Joon myong Song | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Joon myong Song | Composite Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Seoul National University, College of Pharmacy, South Korea

Profiles:

📝Introduction

Prof. Joon Myong Song, Ph.D., is a distinguished figure in the realm of cancer research and nanomedicine. Serving as the Director of the Anticancer Immune Cell Research Center at the College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, South Korea, he has made significant strides in developing innovative cancer therapies and drug delivery systems.

🎓Academic Journey 

Prof. Song’s academic journey began at Sogang University, Seoul, Korea, where he earned his BS and MS in Chemistry in 1991 and 1993, respectively. His quest for knowledge led him to Kyushu University in Japan, where he completed his Ph.D. in Molecular Science and Technology in 1997.

🏛️Professional Experience 

Prof. Song’s career in research began as a Research Associate at Iowa State University (1998-2000) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (2000-2003). He then transitioned to academia as an Assistant Professor at Chungnam National University (2004-2005). In 2005, he joined the College of Pharmacy at Seoul National University, where he ascended through the ranks, becoming a full Professor in 2013. His global expertise was further enriched during his tenure as a Visiting Scientist at the University of Utah in 2011-2012.

📚Editorial Roles 

Prof. Song’s expertise is recognized in the scientific community, where he serves as an Associate Editor for Nano Convergence and a member of the Editorial Board for Chemosensors since 2020.

🔬Research Interests 

Prof. Song’s research is at the intersection of cancer therapy, nanotechnology, and drug delivery systems. His pioneering work includes:

  • X-Clarity: Transparent Tumor Imaging: Developing transparent tumor imaging techniques to enhance drug delivery systems in challenging tumor microenvironments.
  • Synthesis of Therapeutic Agents: Creating anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antidiabetic agents, including ruthenium-based compounds and insulin-mimetic vanadyl-Schiff base complexes.
  • 3D Bioprinting: Innovating bioassays with spheroids and studying cardiotoxicity using cardiac tissue models.

📜Contributions to Science 

With 140 publications in prestigious SCI(E) journals, Prof. Song has made substantial contributions to various fields, including oncology, nanotechnology, and pharmacology. His research has been widely recognized, with notable works such as transparent tumor imaging and innovative drug delivery systems.

🌐Professional Memberships 

Prof. Song is an active member of several esteemed scientific societies, including the Korean Biochip Society, the Korean Society of Analytical Sciences, the Korean Pharmaceutical Society, the Korean Chemical Society, and the American Chemical Society. His leadership is highlighted by his role as the President of the Korean Biochip Society in 2023.

📖Publications:

Paper Title: Striking hypoxic cancer cell killing effect of a tumor-responsive nanodrug carrier in tumor microenvironment

  • Authors: Hong, S., Balwe, S.G., Samson, A.A.S., Song, J.M.
  • Journal: Nano Today
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: GRP78 blockade overcomes acquired resistance to EGFR-tyrosine kinase inhibitors in non-small cell lung cancer

  • Authors: Park, J., Purushothaman, B., Hong, S., Song, J.M., Kang, K.W.
  • Journal: Life Sciences
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: High-Resolution In Situ High-Content Imaging of 3D-Bioprinted Single Breast Cancer Spheroids for Advanced Quantification of Benzo(a)pyrene Carcinogen-Induced Breast Cancer Stem Cells

  • Authors: Hong, S., Song, J.M.
  • Journal: ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces
  • Year: 2023

Paper Title: Verification of Nanomaterial-Induced Size-Dependent Human Etherà-Go-Go-Related Gene Potassium Channel Blockage Using Three-Dimensional Bioengineered Functional Cardiac Tissue Constructs

  • Authors: Samson, A.A.S., Balwe, S.G., Hong, S., Song, J.M.
  • Journal: Chemistry of Materials
  • Year: 2023

Paper Title: Drug delivery in transarterial chemoembolization of hepatocellular carcinoma: Ex vivo evaluation using transparent tissue imaging

  • Authors: Hong, S., Choi, W.S., Purushothaman, B., Song, J.M., Choi, J.W.
  • Journal: Acta Biomaterialia
  • Year: 2022