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Seokmann Hong is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Bioscience and Biotechnology at Sejong University. With a Ph.D. in Immunology from Vanderbilt University (2000) and postdoctoral training at HHMI/UCSF (2000-2002), he has maintained a faculty position at Sejong University since 2002.
- Education: Ph.D. in Immunology (Vanderbilt University, 2000), B.S. in Molecular Biology (Seoul National University, 1992)
- Affiliation: Department of Integrative Bioscience and Biotechnology, Sejong University
His research focuses on immune regulatory cells like natural killer T (iNKT) cells in autoimmune diseases (EAE, IBD, AD) and immunomodulatory natural products/nanomaterials. Recent work highlights graphene oxide's anti-inflammatory effects, iNKT-B cell interactions in sepsis, and chromatin remodeling factors in macrophage/T cell regulation.
The 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) span immunotherapy, nanomaterial applications, and autoimmune disease mechanisms. Key themes include iNKT cell polarization, Th2 response suppression, and mitochondrial DNA release by B1a cells.
His lab, the Cellular Molecular Immunology Laboratory, investigates dendritic cell phenotypes, macrophage polarization, and natural product screening for immune modulation. While no specific awards are listed, his work on IL12 reporter mouse models and SRG3 overexpression has driven advancements in sepsis and colitis models.
