Seyun Kim

Seyun Kim is an Associate Professor in the BIO department at KAIST. Their research focuses on Biochemistry, Cell Biology, and Molecular Biology. The Kim lab investigates the biological functions and molecular mechanisms of metabolism-based signaling regulations. Current research employs biochemical, cell biological, and mouse models to study how nutrients or hormones regulate physiological functions of metabolic tissues and organs. Major interests include the inositol polyphosphate biosynthetic pathway and its signaling roles in controlling major physiologic processes in mammals. The lab aims to develop improved treatments for medical conditions such as diabetes, inflammation, and cancer.

Seyun Kim is an associate professor of Biological Sciences at KAIST, specializing in Biochemistry, Cell Signaling, and Inositol. His research explores the molecular mechanisms of signaling pathways, particularly focusing on hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and its role in cellular processes through protein S-sulfhydration. He investigates how inositol pyrophosphates regulate insulin sensitivity, weight gain, and synaptic exocytosis. Additionally, his work examines the cytoskeleton's role in translation and disease, including cancer stemness and neuronal adaptations. Kim's research also addresses the interplay between amino acid signaling, mTOR pathways, and neurological disorders such as L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia.