Overview of Bioengineering and Nano-Bioengineering Subjects

• Pathogenic Microbiology

  This course will focus on the isolation, culture, and classification of disease-causing pathogenic microorganisms and the factors contributing to their pathogenicity.

• Seminars on Response to Environmental Stress

  This course provides a molecular biological understanding of the evolved regulatory systems to allow microorganisms to grow, reproduce, and adapt by sensing environmental changes and responding appropriately. Through a combination of lectures and seminars, students will explore the ecological relevance of these phenomena.

• Signal Transduction System

  This course will introduce the results of physiological, biochemical, and molecular genetic studies to help students understand the nature and interrelationships of the various signaling systems that allow organisms to respond appropriately to changes in their internal and external environments.

• Seminars in Current Bioengineering

  This course will include lectures, seminars, and discussions with external experts on recent research trends to give students a broader understanding of biotechnology.

• Research in Current Bioengineering

  In this course, students will explore and apply the latest research methods and technologies to current research in biotechnology laboratories.

• RNA Biology

  Recently, the mechanisms of gene expression regulation through RNAs that do not carry genetic information have been discovered. Small RNAs called microRNAs, expressed in eukaryotic cells, have been found to regulate the expression of target genes in the post-transcriptional process of mRNA.
  In this course, we will focus on the process of miRNA production and the molecular functions of miRNAs to regulate gene expression. We will also explore the latest trends in RNA biology, including RNA binding proteins, RNA-based therapies, post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression, non-coding RNAs, and RNAi, through the latest research papers.

• Special Topics in Molecular Cell Biology

  In this course, we will study and review the molecular structure of the cell and the regulatory functions and mechanisms of processes such as DNA translation.

• Advanced Medicinal Chemistry

  This course provides an understanding of the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of pharmaceuticals in the body based on knowledge of organic chemistry, enzymology, proteomics, and physiology. It also includes understanding how these drugs exhibit bioactivity in the body and how to develop new ones with excellent physical properties.

• Advanced Organic Chemistry

  The course includes carbon-carbon bonding reactions, transition metal reactions, pericyclic reactions, instrumental analysis of organic compounds (NMR, Mass, UV, IR), and bioorganic chemistry.

• Seminars in Current Molecular Biology

  The field of molecular biology has been developing rapidly in recent years. In this course, we will analyze the latest research papers on molecular biology, present seminar presentations, and review current trends in molecular biology.

• Advanced Endoocrinology and Metabolism

  This course provides students with an understanding of the functions of various endocrine organs that are essential for regulating human physiology and basic knowledge of the regulation of metabolic physiology. Students will also learn to understand diseases associated with endocrine system disruption and learn detailed pathogenesis.

• Seminars in Current Genetic Engineering

  In this course, the latest research and industrialization trends in technologies and applications using genetic manipulation will be identified, presented, and discussed through the basic principles of technology and reference research.

• Advanced Microbial Metabolic Engineering

  In this course, we will explore specific studies on identifying the functions of various biosynthetic enzymes in microorganisms and their use to develop new functional materials through metabolic engineering approaches.

• Advanced Genomics

  This course analyzes various research papers on the genome of single microorganisms and metagenomic analysis of environmental samples due to advances in next-generation sequencing technologies. Then, students will explore the research areas related to the study of microbial diversity and the discovery of valuable genetic resources.

• Advanced Biomedical Engineering

  Biomedical engineering is the study of using biological materials to build systems to improve human health.
  In this course, students will learn about biological materials such as cells, proteins, and nucleic acids to analyze life phenomena and diagnose and treat various diseases.

• Advanced Cell Engineering

  The biopharmaceutical market is proliferating, and R&D is being conducted worldwide. In this course, students will learn about the production processes of biopharmaceuticals and understand the latest technologies involved in each process, such as cell line production and cell culture.

• Tissue Engineering and Stem Cell

  In this course, students will understand the research methods of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for effectively regenerating damaged tissues. The course will focus on research cases on stem cells, biomaterials, polymeric materials, drug delivery, artificial organs, 3D printing, and medical engineering. Students will also learn the basics of molecular biology and anatomy and information on various animal experiments.

• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Engineering

  In this course, students will understand the concepts of various diagnostic engineering technologies and their principles and examine how the diagnosis has been made specifically through actual research papers. They will also discuss how the diagnosis of diseases can be integrated with treatment technologies through the example of cancer diagnosis and treatment and practice presentations by identifying the latest research trends related to their research.

• Advanced Biomaterials

  Functional biomaterials are being applied to replace and regenerate tissues or organs such as the cardiovascular system in artificial hearts and blood vessels, the musculoskeletal system in orthopedics and plastic surgery, the peripheral and central nervous systems, and dentistry based on their excellent biocompatibility. Students will learn about functional biomaterials' design and physicochemical and biological evaluation in this course. In addition, students will learn about recent research trends using functional biomaterials.

• Biomolecular Engineering

  In this course, students will learn about the structure and biological functions of nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids, the various molecules that makeup living organisms. Applications of these molecules, such as nucleic acid nanostructures, protein nanostructures, carbohydrates, and biosurfactants, will be discussed at the molecular scale. In addition, students will be introduced to the latest research trends related to their research topics and practice presentations.

• Advanced Industrial Microbiology

  This course explores how various microorganisms in the natural world can be utilized to produce materials needed in real life and industry and their applications in each industrial field. We will also discuss how these technologies can be further developed.

• Animal Study:Presentation and Practice

  This course provides the fundamental knowledge of small animal experiments that are essential in the preclinical stage and explores the ethics of animal experimentation, animal experiment design, surgical techniques, and basic principles of histology. Students will learn about the preparation for animal experiments, surgical procedures, tissue collection, tissue pretreatment, histology slide preparation, and various diagnostic methods based on microscopic images through case studies.

• Topics on Current Nanotechnology

  In this course, the principles and applications of the latest technologies and research trends in nanotechnology and nanobiotechnology will be introduced, presented, and discussed by surveying the latest research materials.

• Topics in Applied Microbiology

  This course will introduce various areas where humans have efficiently utilized microorganisms, including the mass production of valuable microorganisms, microbial fermentation, and the production and isolation of secondary metabolites.

• Cell Signaling and Diseases

  In this course, students will learn about various cell signaling systems and the molecular mechanisms of diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases caused by malfunctioning cell signaling.

• Chemical Genomics

  In this course, students will learn techniques and processes for developing new drugs and discovering functional materials by searching for bioactive substances that target specific genes or proteins. They will also learn the process of identifying the function of genes by analyzing the intracellular binding proteins of these bioactive substances and determining the mechanism of action at the molecular level.

• Advanced Nucleic Acid Nanoengineering

  This course provides basic theoretical knowledge on nucleic acid biomaterials using DNA and RNA, as well as various nucleic acid nanostructure fabrication techniques and physicochemical properties of the structures. It will also cover the applications of nucleic acid nanotechnology in biophysics, synthetic biology, therapeutic diagnostics, nanoparticle and protein assembly, and drug delivery.

• Advanced Biosensor

  This course covers the principles of biomolecular analysis and measurement techniques required for life science and biotechnology research and applications. It will also introduce high-sensitivity bio-nano-detection analyzers and various biosensor technologies utilizing biochips and microfluidics.

• Synthetic Biology

  Synthetic biology is a discipline that combines knowledge of biological phenomena with engineering principles to realize new biological phenomena. Synthetic biology can be used to explore the fundamental principles of life and is a powerful tool in a wide range of fields, including chemistry, medicine, environment, and materials. This course will provide an overview of the latest synthetic biology research and its applications.

• Microbiome Engineering

  All life on Earth has an intimate relationship with microorganisms. With an understanding of the microbiome (community of microorganisms), we can fully explain the phenomena of life. Additionally, the ability to intentionally manipulate the microbiome is expected to profoundly impact many fields, including medicine, agriculture, and the environment. In this course, we will focus on the role of the microbiome in occupying a variety of habitats and the technologies available to modify and reconstitute the microbiome.

• Introduction of Glycobiology

  It has been reported that cellular mechanisms and various physiological phenomena are regulated by the role of specific glycoconstructs located on the cell surface. Therefore, comprehending the structure and function of particular glycoconstructs can help us understand physiological phenomena that have not been solved so far. In this course, we will acquire methods and knowledge that can be solved from the sugar structures on the cell surface.

• Posttranslational modification of Protein

  Once proteins are made, their detailed functions are regulated through various modification processes. This course is designed to understand the different protein modification processes and examine the changes in protein function due to protein modification, which are linked to the pathogenesis of various physiological phenomena and diseases.

• Advanced Nano-Biomaterials

  This course will provide an in-depth understanding of various nano-bio materials' synthesis, properties, and processing methods. In particular, it introduces the latest developments and applications of nano-biomaterials from a multidisciplinary perspective. This course will also include nanomedicine, bioimaging, nanodevices, and biosensors using the latest nano-bio materials.

• Advanced Biopolymer Engineering)(Aquatic Microbiology

  This course will give students an in-depth understanding of the structure, function, properties, and applications of various biomedical engineering and medicine bio-polymers. In particular, it covers biopolymers' synthesis, characterization, functionalization, and structure-function correlation.

• Brain Disease

  This course will introduce students to human brain disorders. It involves the intellectual acquisition of the brain's basic structure and how it perceives the world. Specifically, it will raise the following brain disorders: schizophrenia, autism, Alzheimer's, Huntington's, Parkinson's, epilepsy, and tinnitus. Finally, students will learn about the technical methods of diagnosing and treating these disorders.

• Electrophysiolgy

  This course focuses on understanding the electrophysiology of the brain. It involves identifying the basic generation principles of the membrane electrophysiology of single neurons and understanding the electrical activity of entire neural circuits. Through these studies, students will be able to understand how humans perceive the world and will further learn about brain imaging.

• Advanced Nano-electronic Materials

  This is a multidisciplinary course on the convergence of nano, electronics, and materials, covering nanoelectronic materials' properties (dielectric, piezoelectric, superconducting, magnetic, optical, etc.). It also covers each nanoelectronic device's primary operating principles and various applications.

• Advanced Bio Electronics

  This course will introduce bioelectronic devices using math and simulation tools for students in related majors.

• Advanced Nano-Optics

  This course will introduce nanoimaging and patterning processes based on mathematical thinking and application to bioengineering students.

• Advanced BioMEMS

  In this course, students will learn the basics of MEMS, a rapidly developing interdisciplinary field, and explore its applications in the biomedical field using real-world examples.

• Advanced Microbiology

  This course covers the following topics.
  1) Basic structure and function of microorganisms,
  2) Microbial physiology,
  3) Gene expression and regulation,
  4) Concepts of viruses and examples of bio-industrial applications of microorganisms.

• Advanced Tissue Engineering

  Advanced Tissue Engineering is designed to provide students with engineering theories and techniques for structurally and functionally simulating human organs and tissues for therapeutic purposes and using them to develop human organs and tissues. In addition, students will learn about the applications of tissue engineering and the fields that can be integrated with it to explore the development direction of tissue engineering.

• Advanced Carbon Nanomaterials

  This course will introduce the synthesis, functionalization, and properties of the latest carbon nanomaterials, such as carbon nanotubes and graphene. In particular, various biomedical and electrical applications of carbon nanomaterials will be discussed through recent papers.

• Advanced Nano-Bio Technology

  This course will provide an understanding of nanotechnology and biotechnology's fundamental principles and characteristics. Students will learn about the development and application possibilities of convergence technologies emerging from combining these two technologies.

• Advanced Cancer Biology

  This course will introduce the characteristics of tumor cells and the mechanisms and functions of related molecules that regulate tumorigenesis and metastasis. In particular, the latest papers will discuss various regulatory mechanisms involved in tumorigenesis and metastasis.

• Nano-bioengineering Seminar I

  This course will be mainly seminar-based. Graduate students will present recent, highly referenced research within the last 3 years, and discussions will follow. Upon request, seminars may be organized with experts in related fields. Through this course, students will learn how to conduct seminars and are expected to contribute to expanding scientific knowledge in a particular area.

• Nano-bioengineering Seminar II

  This course will be mainly seminar-based. Graduate students will present recent, highly referenced research within the last 3 years, and discussions will follow. Upon request, seminars may be organized with experts in related fields. Through this course, students will learn how to conduct seminars and are expected to contribute to expanding scientific knowledge in a particular area.

• Mechanobiology

  This course will provide an understanding of the effects of physical and mechanical stimuli and biochemical stimuli on cellular behavior and explore applications that utilize newly discovered biological fundamentals.

• Advanced Bioimaging

  Imaging has been instrumental in the study of biotechnology, so in this course, students will learn about imaging techniques and instruments and their applications in bioengineering.

• Advanced Infectious Disease

  This course will focus on the following topics:
  1. Characterization and structure of infectious microorganisms.
  2. Molecular biological approaches to pathogenesis.
  3. Host-microbe interactions and the latest research and technologies for their treatment and prevention.

• Thesis Research(Bioengineering and Nano-Bioengineering

  This course is designed for students who are preparing for their degree thesis. Students will be guided by their advisor through the entire process, including data collection, the overall organization, and the presentation of the thesis summary.