College of Science
Center for Electromagnetic Metamaterials
Center for Electromagnetic Metamaterials was established in September 2014 as part of the Global Frontier project. Five faculty members and dozens of researchers are involved in research on new metamaterials. The research group is developing a variety of new technologies using metamaterials and basic principles for the interaction of light and matter in the natural world. Especially, we are developing various advanced technologies such as optical energy control and stealth technology using metamaterials, ultrafine sensing, ultrahigh resolution imaging, hologram display and nano laser, and through active exchange with other universities and government research institutes, Contributing to development.
Director: Prof. Park, Q-Han, Department of Physics, College of Science
Tel.: 02- 3290-3523
Center for Nano Science
The research team of the ultra fine nanostructured device window led by Professor Park Hong-Gyu intends to develop ultra-high density nano optic integrated circuit by developing nano optical devices smaller than wavelength and efficiently combining these optical devices into one chip. Specifically, we aim to achieve research goals such as the implementation of highly integrated plasmonic circuits, the development of various electric pumping nano-lasers, the development of high-efficiency nanowire solar cells, and the synthesis of new nanowires. This will enable us to build core technologies of future optical industries such as high-efficiency optical computers and artificial retina.
Director: Prof. Park, Hong-Gyu, Department of Physics, College of Science
Tel.: 02- 3290-3524
Center for Molecular Spectroscopy and Dynamics
Center for Molecular Spectroscopy and Dynamics at Korea University is developing new spectroscopy and imaging methods with high temporal and spatial resolution and applying them to chemical reactions and biologically important molecular systems. Observing the rapid movements of molecules involved in various life phenomena in real time is like taking molecular motion pictures, and there are no research methods and measurement techniques that can achieve this. Molecular spectroscopy and dynamics The research team is studying the method of capturing the movement of molecules using extremely short pulsed laser light, developing a new imaging method capable of capturing molecular motion and structure, We are conducting theoretical and computational studies on complex systems. Newly developed high-speed and ultra-high resolution spectroscopy methods have always attracted great attention due to their applicability. The development of molecular imaging measurements and microscopy techniques with high spatial resolution is also one of the main research topics of interest to this research group. Based on the understanding of the principle of interaction between matter and light, it is necessary to explain the life phenomenon at the chemical molecular level, and to understand the properties of new and functional materials that will play an important role in solving energy and environmental problems. We are developing dynamical methodology.
Director: Prof. Cho, Minhaeng, Department of Chemistry, College of Science
Tel..: 02- 3290-3133
Webpage: https://cmsd.ibs.re.kr
The Institute of Basic Science
The Institute of Basic Science (IBS) was born in 1971 as the Basic Science Research Institute affiliated with Korea University to oversee research assistance for every basic science area and perform fundamental research in thec field of pure and applied sciences. Expanded and restructured as IBS in 2010, it now administers several research institutes under the auspices of the College of Science of Korea University. IBS strives to efficiently manage research funds as well as research achievements and fulfill its responsibilities as an institute comprehensively supporting basic science studies. In particular, IBS is mainly focused on providing administrative support for faculty members to secure research grants, managing the progress of research projects, promoting interdisciplinary, international, and industry-academia-research joint research projects, securing research support facilities such as a joint equipment room, and hosting research presentation conferences.
Director: Prof. Yang, Seong-Deog, Department of Mathematics, College of Science
Tel.: 02- 3290-4263
Website: https://bsr.korea.ac.kr
Institute for Mineral Resource Research
In March 1991, with the support of the Korean government, the Institute for Mineral Resource Research (IMRR) was designated one of the Science Research Centers (SRC), a first among KU centers. Since then, IMMR has led initiatives in research on adults and the characteristics of strategic mineral resource reserves by type.
In particular, IMRR provides access to cutting-edge research equipment and devices, including ICP-AES, ICP-MS, AAS, IC, GC, Gas-Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer, EPMA, SEM, and XRD, thus actively implementing its support to meet diverse internal and external demands for analysis studies.
Director: Prof. Yun, Seong-Taek, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, College of Science
Tel.: 02-3290-4268
Research Institute for Natural Sciences
Selected as a Priority Research Center for Science in 2010 by the National Research Foundation, the Research Institute for Natural Sciences conducts studies on photo- and electro- responsive ∏-conjugated molecular system led by a faculty team from the Department of Chemistry. Paving the way for the future generation of scientists, the Research Institute provides support for full-time researchers and maintains close collaboration with, among others, Japan’s Waseda University and China’s Jillin University.
Director: Prof. Choi, Dong Hoon, Department of Chemistry, College of Science
Tel.: 02-3290-4283
Website: https://rins.korea.ac.kr