Prof. Won-Bo Shim | Food Science and Technology | Best Researcher Award
Assistant Professor of Gyeongsang National University, South Korea
Prof. Won-Bo Shim is an esteemed Associate Professor at Gyeongsang National University in the Department of Food Science and Technology, located in Jinju, South Korea. With a career spanning from his undergraduate studies at Gyeongsang National University to post-doctoral research in Moscow and Florida, Prof. Shim has garnered extensive expertise in food science and technology. His research focuses on innovative methods for detecting foodborne pathogens, mycotoxins, and pesticides using advanced immunoassays and biosensors. Recognized for his contributions to the field, Prof. Shim has received notable awards from the Korean Society of Food Science and Technology and the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety. Fluent in Korean and English, he actively engages in international collaborations and maintains memberships in several prestigious societies. ππ§ͺπ
Professional Profile:
Educationπ
Prof. Won-Bo Shimβs educational journey is marked by dedication and expertise. He earned his Bachelorβs degree in Food Science and Technology from Gyeongsang National University in 2001 ππ. He continued his studies at the same institution, completing his Masterβs in Applied Life Science in 2003 π. His academic pursuit culminated with a Ph.D. in Applied Life Science from Gyeongsang National University in 2006 π. His rigorous training laid a solid foundation for his distinguished career in food science and technology. ππ
Professional Experience πΌ
Prof. Won-Bo Shim has an extensive and diverse professional background. After completing his Ph.D., he undertook a Post-Doc position at Moscow State Universityβs Department of Enzyme Chemistry from December 2006 to December 2007 π§ͺπ·πΊ. He then returned to Korea as a Research Professor at Gyeongsang National Universityβs Institute of Agriculture and Life Science from March 2008 to March 2010 πΎπ°π·. Prof. Shim broadened his experience further with a Post-Doc Fellowship in Florida State Universityβs Department of Nutrition, Food, and Exercise Science from April 2010 to March 2012 π΄π΄. Following that, he worked as a Research Fellow at Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology from 2012 to 2014 π¬. He continued his career as a Senior Researcher at the World Institute of Kimchi from 2014 to 2015 π₯’. Additionally, he served as the Executive Director of the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety from 2013 to 2015 π . Since 2015, Prof. Shim has been an Associate Professor at Gyeongsang National University, contributing significantly to his field ππ.
Research interestπ
Prof. Won-Bo Shimβs research interests are centered around advanced methods in food safety and technology. He is dedicated to developing colorimetric LAMP assays for the rapid detection of foodborne pathogens and viruses π¦ π¬. His work also includes creating monoclonal antibodies and immunochromatographic assays for detecting mycotoxins, antibiotics, food pathogens, and pesticides π§ͺπ΄. Prof. Shim is pioneering the development of monoclonal antibodies specific to pork fat π₯© and innovative biosensors for identifying food fraud ππ. His research extends to simultaneous immunoassays for detecting multiple mycotoxins and studying protein arrays for the detection of mycotoxins, antibiotics, and pesticides in food πΎπ½οΈ.
Award and Honorπ
Prof. Won-Bo Shim has earned significant recognition for his contributions to food science and technology. He was awarded the 1st Prize by the Korean Society of Food Science and Technology in 2006 for his work on βSimultaneous Detection Immunochromatography Using Two Colloidal Gold-Antibody Probes for Analysis of Aflatoxin B1 and Ochratoxin Aβ ππ¬. In 2008, he received another 1st Prize from the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety for developing a fluorescence polarization immunoassay (FPIA) for imidacloprid and its metabolite 6-chloronicotinic acid π π§ͺ. These accolades highlight his exceptional achievements and ongoing impact in the field of food safety and technology. πποΈ
Research Skillπ
Prof. Won-Bo Shim possesses a diverse and advanced set of research skills. He excels in the development of colorimetric LAMP assays for rapid pathogen detection π¦ π¬ and is adept at creating monoclonal antibodies and immunochromatographic assays for identifying mycotoxins, antibiotics, and foodborne pathogens π§ͺπ΄. His expertise extends to designing biosensors for detecting food fraud ππ and simultaneous immunoassays for multi-toxin detection π§¬. Prof. Shim is also skilled in protein array studies, which are crucial for simultaneous detection of various contaminants in food πΎπ½οΈ. His innovative approach and technical proficiency continue to advance the field of food science and technology. ππ
Achievementsπ
- 1st Prize from the Korean Society of Food Science and Technology (2006) for developing a simultaneous detection immunochromatography method ππ¬.
- 1st Prize from the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety (2008) for creating a fluorescence polarization immunoassay for imidacloprid π π§ͺ.
- Extensive experience as a Senior Researcher at the World Institute of Kimchi, contributing to advancements in food safety and technology π₯’π¬.
- Held the role of Executive Director of the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety, demonstrating leadership in the field π π¨βπ«.
- Developed innovative biosensors and colorimetric LAMP assays for rapid food pathogen detection ππ.
- Pioneered the creation of monoclonal antibodies and immunoassays for detecting various food contaminants π§ͺπ΄.
Projectsπ
- Development of colorimetric LAMP assays for rapid detection of foodborne pathogenic bacteria and viruses π¦ π¬.
- Creation of monoclonal antibodies and immunochromatographic assays for detecting mycotoxins, antibiotics, food pathogens, and pesticides π§ͺπ΄.
- Development of monoclonal antibodies specific to pork fat to enhance food safety π₯©π.
- Design of biosensors for identifying food fraud and ensuring product authenticity ππ΅οΈ.
- Development of simultaneous immunoassays based on membrane technology for detecting multiple mycotoxins at once π§¬π.
- Study of protein arrays for the simultaneous detection of mycotoxins, antibiotics, and pesticides in food πΎπ½οΈ.
Publicationsπ
- Direct competitive ELISA based on a monoclonal antibody for detection of aflatoxin B1. Stabilization of ELISA kit components and application to grain samples
π Authors: AY Kolosova, WB Shim, ZY Yang, SA Eremin, DH Chung
π Year: 2006
π Citations: 306 - An aptamer-based dipstick assay for the rapid and simple detection of aflatoxin B1
π Authors: WB Shim, MJ Kim, H Mun, MG Kim
π Year: 2014
π Citations: 242 - Chemiluminescence competitive aptamer assay for the detection of aflatoxin B1 in corn samples
π Authors: WB Shim, H Mun, HA Joung, JA Ofori, DH Chung, MG Kim
π Year: 2014
π Citations: 176 - A regeneratable, label-free, localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) aptasensor for the detection of ochratoxin A
π Authors: JH Park, JY Byun, H Mun, WB Shim, YB Shin, T Li, MG Kim
π Year: 2014
π Citations: 160 - Development of immunochromatography strip-test using nanocolloidal gold-antibody probe for the rapid detection of aflatoxin B1 in grain and feed samples
π Authors: WB Shim, ZY Yang, JS Kim, JY Kim, SJ Kang, GJ Woo, YC Chung, β¦
π Year: 2007
π Citations: 135 - A structure-switchable aptasensor for aflatoxin B1 detection based on assembly of an aptamer/split DNAzyme
π Authors: Y Seok, JY Byun, WB Shim, MG Kim
π Year: 2015
π Citations: 131 - Detection of ochratoxin A (OTA) in coffee using chemiluminescence resonance energy transfer (CRET) aptasensor
π Authors: EJ Jo, H Mun, SJ Kim, WB Shim, MG Kim
π Year: 2016
π Citations: 119 - Fluorescence polarization immunoassay based on a monoclonal antibody for the detection of ochratoxin A
π Authors: WB Shim, AY Kolosova, YJ Kim, ZY Yang, SJ Park, SA Eremin, IS Lee, β¦
π Year: 2004
π Citations: 105 - Fluorescence polarization immunoassay based on a monoclonal antibody for the detection of the organophosphorus pesticide parathion-methyl
π Authors: AY Kolosova, JH Park, SA Eremin, SJ Kang, DH Chung
π Year: 2003
π Citations: 100 - Immunochromatography using colloidal goldβ antibody probe for the detection of atrazine in water samples
π Authors: WB Shim, ZY Yang, JY Kim, JG Choi, JH Je, SJ Kang, AY Kolosova, β¦
π Year: 2006
π Citations: 98 - Comparative study of three immunoassays based on monoclonal antibodies for detection of the pesticide parathion-methyl in real samples
π Authors: AY Kolosova, JH Park, SA Eremin, SJ Park, SJ Kang, WB Shim, HS Lee, β¦
π Year: 2004
π Citations: 95