Dept. of BCE
Department of Brain & Congnitive Engineering.
Brain Lab.
Professer: Dong-Joo Kim / Contact: 02-3290-3847
Medical artificial intelligence, which applies the state-of-the-art AI technology for medical data analysis to comprehensively understand the conditions of patients, suggests the optimal therapeutic methods tailored for each patient, and supports medical staff with their diagnosis, is a promising next-generation technology. Medical AI has drawn the most attention among various areas where the AI technology can be applied. Beyond diagnostics, medical AI has been extended to all medical services, including robotic surgery and intelligent health care.
Brain Lab has been working on the development of various technologies with an aim to develop a clinical decision support system (CDSS) that is equipped with decision-making abilities better than those of humans, thereby being ready for clinical use. To realize the system, AI is required to be applied to many areas, including analysis of multi-modal physiological signals, quantitative analysis of medical imaging, and analysis of atypical electronic health records. Along with the CDSS development, the lab conducts research on various AI applications such as brain-computer interfaces, cranial nerve disease simulations, debtor contact systems, and virtual fitting solutions.
Affective Cognition
Professer: Sang Hee Kim / Contact: 02-3290-3538
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Research areas
- Affective cognition lab at Korea University pursues research in the area of emotion and emotion regulation. We combine behavioral and neuroscientific techniques (fMRI, rTMS/tCS, EEG/ERP) to understand the complex nature of emotional processes and the reciprocal interaction between emotion and cognition. Our recent research focuses on the development of cognitive strategies that successfully modulate maladaptive emotional responses, with emphasis on the distinction between explicit and implicit strategies and the role of brain stimulation as a potentiator. Our research is expanded into the domain of emotional intelligence, healthy emotional coping, treatment of emotional disorders, and emotional change with aging.
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Recent research achievements
- Patent: 충동적 행동조절을 위한 통합장치 개발 (2018)
- Research: Examination of emotion reappraisal performance in association with attention bias to emotional faces (2016)
- Research: Successful demonstration of how music influences complex economic decision-making processes (2016)
- Research: Successful demonstration of how emotional traits are predicting brain activation during reward and avoidance learning (2015)
Min Lab
Professer: Byoung-Kyong Min / Contact: 02-3290-3557
We have investigated human intentional mental properties (e.g. top-down cognitive processing). We have tried to find its neurophysiological correlates(EEG, MEG, fMRI), which can be consequently employed as potent brain signals to cognitively control the brain-machine interface (BMI). We have also investigated how to modulate neural and cognitive activities in a noninvasive manner(tCS or Ultrasound), leading to changes in cognitive and behavioural responses. Recently, we focus on the study of Consciousness.
CAMIN Lab (Computational Analysis for Multimodal Neuroimaging Lab)
Professer: BoYong Park / Contact: 02-3290-5924
* MRI preprocessing
- Computer vision-based MRI data preprocessing
- Multimodal MRI preprocessing software development
* Multimodal connectome
- Structure-function coupling using advanced connectivity and machine learning
- Functional dynamic estimation
* Multiscale analysis
- Link macroscale findings to microscale data
- Integration of imaging, neural function, and gene expression data
* Machine learning
- Representation learning for disease diagnosis and prediction
- Generative model for multimodal image synthesis
Neural Engineering and Precision Surgery (NEPS)
Professer: YoonBae Oh / Contact: 02-3290-5926
he Neural Engineering and Precision Surgery (NEPS) Lab takes a multidisciplinary approach to medical research, incorporating medical and surgical knowledge and engineering capability to develop techniques and advanced medical devices for neuromodulation. The mission of the NEPS is to help patients by developing the knowledge and technology needed to effectively modulate central nervous system function. The team works toward these goals: 1)Understand the biological mechanisms of action for neuromodulation. 2) Invent lasting bioelectrical technologies and create devices and procedures for neuromodulation. 3) Translate gained knowledge into medical practice. 4) Train the next generation of leaders in neuroscience neural engineering and functional neurosurgery.
Brain Signal Processing Lab. (BSPL)
Professer: Jong-Hwan Lee / Contact: 02-3290-5922
Our objective is to explore brain functions using diverse neuroimaging modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electroencephalography (EEG), through advanced signal processing, machine learning, and deep learning techniques. Our research encompasses both fundamental neuroscience and brain engineering applications, with the ultimate aim of developing preclinical diagnostic and therapeutic options for mental disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, and substance abuse. We believe that employing robust analytical methods to uncover hidden information in brain and neurophysiological data will lead to a deeper understanding of the human brain, advancements in brain engineering, and ultimately, improvements in quality of life.
Brain and Machine Cognition Lab
Professer: HoJin Jang / Contact: 02-3290-5921
Our lab aims to uncover the computational dynamics that differentiate high-level cognition in humans and machines. We explore the computational principles and neural mechanisms in the brain that enable effortless interaction with our environment and leverage these insights to advance machine models. As machines become integral to daily life, the demand for trustworthy, human-compatible models cannot be overstated. We envision a future where humans and machines work together seamlessly, with technology augmenting human tasks.
Bionics and Photonics Lab.
Professer: Jae-Ho HAN / Contact: 02-3290-5927
- Research on analysis and diagnosis technology for images from optic nerve based on artificial intelligence
- Research on functional holography imaging technology with ultrahigh definition
- Research on next-generation nano electronic devices and bio sensor technology