Sang-Gyu Kim

Sang-Gyu Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of BIO at KAIST. His research interests include Biochemistry, Ecology, Molecular Biology, and Plant Biology. Dr. Kim's work focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying plant responses to environmental stimuli and the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites. His laboratory explores how plants produce valuable natural products and how these processes can be engineered for biotechnological applications. Dr. Kim's research has led to several publications in prominent journals, including Plant Biotechnology Journal, Nature Communications, and the Plant Cell. His work often involves collaborations with other researchers at KAIST and institutions across Korea.

Sang-Gyu Kim is a researcher in the Department of Biological Sciences at KAIST, focusing on Plant Ecology, Molecular biology, and Analytical chemistry. His work explores the molecular mechanisms underlying plant responses to environmental stresses, such as drought and salinity, through the study of transcription factors and signaling pathways. Kim's research also investigates DNA-free genome editing techniques in plants using CRISPR-Cas9 ribonucleoproteins, contributing to advancements in plant biotechnology. His studies on membrane-associated NAC transcription factors highlight their roles in regulating growth, stress responses, and hormone signaling in Arabidopsis. Additionally, he examines the interplay between circadian rhythms and metabolic processes in plants, emphasizing the importance of alternative splicing and environmental stress conditions.