Prof. Wonjae Lee | Chiral Separation | Best Researcher Award
Chosun University, College of Pharmacy, South Korea
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
His academic journey began with a B.S. in Chemistry from Seoul National University. He furthered his studies with an M.S. in Chemistry at KAIST. His pursuit of excellence led him to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, where he earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry . This robust academic foundation provided him with the skills and expertise necessary for impactful research in analytical chemistry.
💼 Professional Endeavors
His career has been marked by significant contributions across academia, industry, and research institutions: Medical Synthetic Lab, KIST, Korea : Worked as a researcher, honing his skills in medical synthetic research, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA : Served as a teaching and research assistant during his doctoral studies, later continuing as a postdoctoral researcher, LG Chem R&D, Korea: Played a pivotal role as a senior researcher at the Analytical Center, contributing to advancements in analytical techniques, College of Pharmacy, Chosun University : Advanced from Assistant to Full Professor, leading innovative research and shaping the next generation of scholars, Held prestigious administrative roles, including Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Dean of the Graduate School of Clinical Pharmacy.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
His research primarily focuses on: Enantiomer Separation: Developing analytical methods for chiral compound separation to ensure the purity and efficacy of pharmaceutical agents, Chiral HPLC Column Development: Innovating chiral stationary phases to enhance the resolution and efficiency of chromatography techniques, Chiral Recognition Mechanism: Investigating the molecular interactions underlying chiral recognition, with implications for drug design and safety.
🌍 Impact and Influence
He has significantly impacted both academia and industry: He has pioneered methods that have transformed pharmaceutical analysis and chiral separation technologies, enabling the development of safer and more effective medications. As Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Analysis Division of the Korean Pharmaceutical Society (2014–2015), he shaped policies and initiatives that promoted innovation in pharmaceutical research.
📚 Academic Citations and Publications
Through his extensive research, Professor Lee has contributed to numerous high-impact journals and conferences. His work has garnered global recognition, reflecting his dedication to advancing analytical and pharmaceutical sciences.
👩🏫 Teaching Experience
As a professor at Chosun University, He has not only conducted cutting-edge research but also mentored numerous students and researchers. His dedication to teaching ensures the continuous development of skilled professionals in pharmacy and analytical chemistry.
🏆 Legacy and Future Contributions
His illustrious career continues to inspire researchers worldwide. His pioneering work in chiral analysis and pharmaceutical sciences will have long-lasting impacts on both academic and industrial sectors. Moving forward, he aims to further innovate in chiral column technologies and contribute to global pharmaceutical advancements.
📖Notable Publications
- Enantiodiscrimination and molecular docking study of chiral amines as 2-hydroxynaphthaldimine derivatives using amylose derived chiral selectors
- Authors: Adhikari, S.; Kang, I.; Bhujbal, S.; Lee, W.
- Journal: Analytical Science and Technology
- Year: 2024
- Chiral recognition and discrimination studies of tyrosine enantiomers on (−)-18-crown-6-tetracarboxylic acid as a chiral selector by nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and docking simulations
- Authors: Lee, G.; Adhikari, S.; Lee, S.; Lee, W.; Bang, E.
- Journal: Chirality
- Year: 2024
- Chiral LC–MS/MS method for the discrimination of triiodothyronine enantiomers on a crown ether-based chiral stationary phase
- Authors: Choi, B.; Adhikari, S.; Ji, M.-G.; Lee, G.; Lee, W.
- Journal: Chirality
- Year: 2023
- Liquid chromatographic enantioseparation of several amino acids as nitrobenzoxadiazole derivatives on polysaccharide trisphenylcarbamate derived chiral stationary phases
- Authors: Adhikari, S.; Bhandari, A.; Lee, W.
- Journal: Analytical Science and Technology
- Year: 2023
- Development of Ultra High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry Method for Enantiomer Resolution of Thyroxine on a Chiral Crown Ether Derived Chiral Stationary Phase
- Authors: Lee, J.; Adhikari, S.; Lee, W.; Yoon, H.-R.
- Journal: Chromatographia
- Year: 2023
- Enantioseparation and molecular modeling study of chiral amines as three naphthaldimine derivatives using amylose or cellulose trisphenylcarbamate chiral stationary phases
- Authors: Adhikari, S.; Bhujbal, S.; Paik, M.-J.; Lee, W.
- Journal: Chirality
- Year: 2023
- Comprehensive Targeted Metabolomic Study in the Lung, Plasma, and Urine of PPE/LPS-Induced COPD Mice Model
- Authors: Kim, H.-Y.; Lee, H.-S.; Kim, I.-H.; Kim, S.-H.; Paik, M.-J.
- Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
- Year: 2022