ICKSMCB 2023 / 2023 International Conference of the Korean Society for Molecular and Cellular Biology / September 28 - 30, 2023 / ICC JEJU

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KSMCB award for women in life science lecture



October 10Thu, 17:50-18:20, Tamna Hall A (5F)

The emerging role of Innate lymphoid cells in chronic respiratory diseases

Hye Young Kim, Ph.D.
Seoul National University, Korea

Chair: Jiyoung Park, Ph.D. (UNIST, Korea)
Moderator : Seungill Kim, Ph.D. (University of Seoul, Korea)

Dr. Hye Young Kim is a prominent immunology researcher known for her work on innate immunity and its implications in chronic diseases. She earned her Ph.D. in Immunology from Seoul National University College of Medicine, where she investigated the roles of NKT cells in auto-antibody-induced arthritis. Dr. Kim furthered her expertise with postdoctoral research at Harvard Medical School, focusing on asthma and allergic diseases under the mentorship of Prof. Dale T. Umetsu. Since joining Seoul National University College of Medicine in 2014 as an Associate Professor, Dr. Kim has made significant contributions to the field of immunology. She was promoted to Professor in 2021, where she continues to lead cutting-edge research on chronic diseases.

Dr. Kim’s research interests cover a diverse range of topics within immunology, with a particular emphasis on innate lymphoid cells and their roles in chronic diseases. Her recent research includes:

  • Investigating the functions of innate lymphoid cells in respiratory diseases and exploring their potential as therapeutic targets.
  • Analyzing the regulation of immune responses in asthma, with a focus on steroid-resistant forms and potential new treatment approaches.
  • Examining the interactions between immune cells and structural cells in the development and progression of various diseases.
  • Identifying new subsets of neutrophils and their contributions to fibrosis and autoimmune diseases.
  • Exploring the epigenetic regulation of immune cells to understand their roles in chronic inflammatory conditions.
Dr. Kim’s work aims to uncover novel molecular targets for improving treatments and developing effective strategies for managing chronic inflammatory diseases. Her research has been widely published in leading scientific journals, reflecting her significant impact on advancing the understanding and treatment of chronic conditions.