Bio Summary:
Myungsuk Kim, a Senior Research Scientist at the Natural Product Research Center, Korea Institute of Science & Technology (KIST), and an Assistant Professor at the Division of Bio-Medical Science & Technology, University of Science and Technology (UST), KIST School. Additionally, I serve as an Adjunct Professor at Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine. My research primarily focuses on nutritional biology, with a particular emphasis on systems genetic analysis of atherosclerosis and gut microbiota.
Education:
Ph.D. in Nutritional Biology, University of California, Davis, USA (September 2021)
M.Sc. in Life Science & Biotechnology, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea (February 2013)
B.Sc. in Bioengineering & Biotechnology, B.B.A. in Business Administration, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea (February 2011)
Research Focus:
My research revolves around the intricate interplay of genetics, nutrition, and microbiota in the context of atherosclerosis. Specifically, I have delved into systems genetic analysis using a Diversity Outbred F1 mouse population to unravel the complexities of this multifaceted condition. My work extends to areas such as musculoskeletal traits, osteosarcopenia, and the impact of various natural products on health.
Professional Journey:
Senior Research Scientist, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (March 2022 – Present)
Graduate Student Researcher, USDA Western Human Nutrition Research Center, USA (October 2017 – August 2021)
Research Scientist, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Republic of Korea (February 2013 – September 2017)
Research Assistant, Yonsei University, Department of Biotechnology (February 2011 – August 2012)
Honors & Awards:
Young Investigator Research Award, Korean Society of Molecular and Cellular Biology (September 2022)
Best Presentation Awards in various scientific programs (2020-2022)
Asan Biomedical Sciences Scholarship, Asan Foundation (January 2020)
HENRY A. JASTRO Graduate Research Award, University of California, Davis (October 2019)
KIST Fellowship, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (September 2017)
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
I have contributed to several impactful publications in renowned journals, addressing topics such as the microbiota’s role in cardiovascular disease, the effects of natural compounds on liver damage, and the modulation of hepatic transcriptional profiles. My work has been recognized with awards, and I continue to actively publish in esteemed scientific journals.
Title: Fucosterol inhibits matrix metalloproteinase expression and promotes type‐1 procollagen production in UVB‐induced HaCaT cells
- Authors: MS Kim, GH Oh, MJ Kim, JK Hwang
- Journal: Photochemistry and Photobiology
- Year: 2013
- Volume: 89
- Issue: 4
- Pages: 911-918
- Citations: 97
Title: Youngiasides A and C Isolated from Youngia denticulatum Inhibit UVB-Induced MMP Expression and Promote Type I Procollagen Production via Repression of …
- Authors: M Kim, YG Park, HJ Lee, SJ Lim, CW Nho
- Journal: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
- Year: 2015
- Volume: 63
- Issue: 22
- Pages: 5428-5438
- Citations: 85
Title: Apigenin isolated from Daphne genkwa Siebold et Zucc. inhibits 3T3-L1 preadipocyte differentiation through a modulation of mitotic clonal expansion
- Authors: MA Kim, K Kang, HJ Lee, M Kim, CY Kim, CW Nho
- Journal: Life Sciences
- Year: 2014
- Volume: 101
- Issue: 1-2
- Pages: 64-72
- Citations: 69
Title: Boesenbergia pandurata Attenuates Diet-Induced Obesity by Activating AMP-Activated Protein Kinase and Regulating Lipid Metabolism
- Authors: DY Kim, MS Kim, BK Sa, MB Kim, JK Hwang
- Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
- Year: 2012
- Volume: 13
- Issue: 1
- Pages: 994-1005
- Citations: 67
Title: Modulating the microbiota as a therapeutic intervention for type 2 diabetes
- Authors: MN Huda, M Kim, BJ Bennett
- Journal: Frontiers in Endocrinology
- Year: Not specified
- Volume: 12
- Pages: 632335
Published in journals with significant impact factors, including Cardiovascular Research, Frontiers in Genetics, and Nutrients.
Co-first or corresponding author in multiple publications.
Recognized through awards such as Best Presentation Awards and Young Investigator Research Award.
Citations: 889 citations by 845 documents
Documents: 41
h-index: 20
Research Timeline:
2011-2012: Research Assistant at Yonsei University
2013-2017: Research Scientist at KIST (including Military Service)
2017-2021: Graduate Student Researcher at USDA Western Human Nutrition Research Center, USA
2022-Present: Senior Research Scientist at KIST
