Systems and Synthetic Biology Laboratory
The Kwang-il Lim Lab
Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Sookmyung Women's University
Imagine what we can be
Our research lab is at the forefront of systems biology and synthetic biology, engaging in cutting-edge research related to gene therapy, cell therapy, immunotherapy, and disease diagnostics. We strive to push the boundaries of scientific understanding and applications.
Research Focus
We integrate interdisciplinary approaches to solve intricate biological challenges.
Our core research areas include:
Gene Therapy
Innovating cutting-edge techniques to treat genetic disorders by correcting or replacing defective genes.​
Cell Therapy
Utilizing living cells as a therapeutic agent to restore health and combat diseases.
Immunotherapy
Engineering immune cells to amplify the body’s natural defenses against cancer and infectious diseases.
Disease Diagnostics
Developing next-generation diagnostic tools for early and precise disease detection.
Global Collaborations
We cultivate a collaborative research environment, partnering with leading biotechnology companies, major hospitals, global industry pioneers, and other esteemed university research labs. These strategic alliances accelerate the translation of our research findings into real-world applications, benefiting patients and driving medical innovation.