Personal profile
In Korean
이병헌 교수(의과대학 의학과)
Education
o (1989) B.S. Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (1991) M.S., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (1995) Ph.D., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (1991) M.S., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (1995) Ph.D., Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
Professional Experience
o (2021-Present) Director, Tumor Plasticity Research Center, Kyungpook National University
o (2018–2020) Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2014-2021) Director, Tumor Heterogeneity and Network Research Center, Kyungpook National University
o (2012-Present) Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2016-2017) Visiting Scholar, Department of Bioengineering, University of Washington, USA
o (2012-2014) Vice Dean for Research & International Affairs, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2007-2012) Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (2003-2007) Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (2001-2003) Visiting Scholar, Sanford Burnham Prebys Institute for Medical Research, San Diego, USA
o (1996-2001) Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Dongguk University, Kyungju, Korea
o (2018–2020) Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2014-2021) Director, Tumor Heterogeneity and Network Research Center, Kyungpook National University
o (2012-Present) Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2016-2017) Visiting Scholar, Department of Bioengineering, University of Washington, USA
o (2012-2014) Vice Dean for Research & International Affairs, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University
o (2007-2012) Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (2003-2007) Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
o (2001-2003) Visiting Scholar, Sanford Burnham Prebys Institute for Medical Research, San Diego, USA
o (1996-2001) Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Dongguk University, Kyungju, Korea
Research Interests
Discovery of peptide therapeutics(tumor-homing peptides, peptide antagonists of cell surface receptors, and inhibitors of protein-protein interaction) using phage display and their applications to molecular imaging,
selective drug delivery, and targeted therapy against cancer
selective drug delivery, and targeted therapy against cancer
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Plant-derived nanovesicles and therapeutic application
Jung, D., Kim, N. E., Kim, S., Bae, J. H., Jung, I. Y., Doh, K. W., Lee, B., Kim, D. K., Cho, Y. E. & Baek, M. C., May 2025, In: Pharmacology and Therapeutics. 269, 108832.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open Access29 Scopus citations -
Strategic Optimization of Nanoparticle Characteristics to Enhance Tumor Targeting and Doxorubicin Delivery
Lee, Y. J., Hong, J., Seo, B. Y., Lee, B. H., Sarangthem, V. & Park, R. W., 2025, In: International Journal of Nanomedicine. 20, p. 6357-6378 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access1 Scopus citations -
Surface-Engineered Natural Killer Cell-Derived Small Extracellular Vesicles Induce Potent Anti-Tumour Effects in Lung Cancer Cells
Kang, S. M., Jung, D., Noh, S., Shin, S., Kim, M., Cho, H., Lee, B., Yea, K. & Baek, M. C., Aug 2025, In: Journal of Extracellular Biology. 4, 8, e70080.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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IL4 receptor targeting enables nab-paclitaxel to enhance reprogramming of M2-type macrophages into M1-like phenotype via ROS-HMGB1-TLR4 axis and inhibition of tumor growth and metastasis
Vadevoo, S. M. P., Kang, Y., Gunassekaran, G. R., Lee, S. M., Park, M. S., Jo, D. G., Kim, S. K., Lee, H., Kim, W. J. & Lee, B., 2024, In: Theranostics. 14, 6, p. 2605-2621 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access36 Scopus citations -
Immune Checkpoint-Blocking Nanocages Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier and Impede Brain Tumor Growth
Kim, M., Yoon, H. J., Lee, C., Lee, M., Park, R. W., Lee, B., Park, E. J. & Kim, S., 8 Jan 2024, In: ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering. 10, 1, p. 575-587 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access12 Scopus citations