A research paper by Professor Joo Ji-young of Gachon University s College of Nursing has been selected as the Top Cited Article among papers published in 2023 by Nursing Open, a journal from Wiley Publishers (Journal Citation Reports; Clarivate).The award-winning paper, titled Fragmented care and chronic illness patient outcomes: A systematic review, was published as a sole-authored article in Nursing Open in 2023.In this study, Professor Joo systematically reviewed the impact of fragmented and short-term care services on patients with chronic illnesses, highlighting how such care leads to increased hospital utilization and rising healthcare costs. The research emphasizes the importance of sustainable, comprehensive, and patient-centered nursing care.This paper ranks among the top 10 most cited articles globally for the year, and marks the third time Professor Joo has been recognized by Wiley Publishers for her research, having previously received both Top Cited Article and Top Downloaded Article honors for other publications.

A Hub for Battery Technology Leading Research and Global Talent DevelopmentShin Youngjun, Former CTO of LG Energy Solution, Appointed as the Inaugural DirectorOn the 11th, Gachon University held an opening ceremony for the Battery Future Technology Research Institute at the university's convention center and took a commemorative photo to mark the occasion.□ Article Link : ① YTN ② MBN ③ DONGA ④ JOONGANGOn April 11, Gachon University held the opening ceremony for the Battery Future Technology Research Institute at the Gachon Convention Center and unveiled its vision to become a Top 10 Global, No. 1 in Korea, World-Class Research Institute. Shin Youngjun, former Vice President and CTO (Chief Technology Officer) of LG Energy Solution, was appointed as the institute's first director. Now serving as a distinguished professor at Gachon University, Professor Shin is a leading expert in Korea s battery industry, known for his work in next-generation battery technologies such as lithium-sulfur and all-solid-state batteries, as well as his leadership in industry-academia collaboration.The event was attended by over 130 guests, including President Lee Gilya of Gachon University; Shin Heedong, President of the Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI); Park Taesung, Vice Chairman of the Battery Industry Association; Lee Jihoon, Center Director at Toray Advanced Materials; Won Doyoung, Senior Executive of the ISU Group; university faculty; and professors and graduate students from the School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Battery Engineering.President Lee Gilya of Gachon University delivers a congratulatory address at the opening ceremony of the Battery Future Technology Research Institute, held on April 11 at the university s convention center.The event proceeded with a presentation of the institute and its vision by Director Shin Youngjun, congratulatory remarks by President Lee Gilya and other key figures, and an official appointment ceremony for the institute's director.During his presentation, Director Shin introduced the Battery Future Technology Research Institute as a hub for future battery technologies. He unveiled a vision for the institute to become a world-class leader that immediately comes to mind when thinking of battery innovation, built on three core strategies:△ Strengthening industry-academia-research collaboration△ Enhancing research infrastructure△ Operating practical education programsThe institute plans to identify joint research projects through close collaboration with industry partners, pursue future technology research jointly with KETI, and promote hands-on partnerships by inviting industry-experienced faculty members.In terms of research, the institute will expand its faculty in key fields such as core materials, battery design, and advanced analysis, increasing its team from the current 28 members. Infrastructure development will include constructing a new Industry-Academia Collaboration Building and equipping it with shared analysis facilities. On the educational front, the institute aims to develop trend-driven curricula, deliver hands-on education using KETI s pilot-scale equipment, and operate international joint research and exchange programs to nurture globally capable and practical talent.Director Shin emphasized, Under our Education Research Industry-Academia Double-Up roadmap, we aim to more than double the number of graduate students, published research papers, and collaborative industry-academic projects by 2030. Gachon University established its undergraduate Battery Engineering major in 2022 and admitted its first class in 2023. The university focuses on developing specialized, high-tech talent in the secondary battery field through an intensive and practical education model. It has also created a project-based learning environment with facilities such as a mirror-type lab and a dry room. In 2023, Gachon University received an increase of 50 student slots in the Ministry of Education s advanced field quota allocation, expanding the major s enrollment capacity to 100 students.Additionally, the university was selected for the 2022 Government Joint Secondary Battery Industry Talent Development Project and the 2023 Advanced Field Convergence Innovation University Project. Most notably, in March 2025, Gachon University was the only institution in the country selected for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy s 2025 Advanced Industry Specialized Graduate School Support Program in the battery sector. Through this, the university will receive KRW 15 billion (approximately USD 11 million) over five years.In her congratulatory address, President Lee Gilya stated, The Battery Future Technology Research Institute will serve as a platform for seamless collaboration among academia, industry, and research, and a hub for technological innovation and talent development. Based on our ongoing battery specialization efforts and strategic roadmap, Gachon University is committed to leading the future of the domestic and global battery industry.

A Delegation of 24 Professors Attend, Presenting Papers in Advanced Fields and Strengthening Global NetworkingProfessors from Gachon University pose for a commemorative photo at the 2025 MRS Spring Meeting, held on April 10 at the Seattle Convention Center in the United States.From April 7 to 11, Gachon University sent a delegation of 24 professors specializing in advanced technologies, including semiconductors, to the 2025 MRS Spring Meeting Exhibit, the world s largest international academic conference in materials science, held at the Seattle Convention Center in Washington State, USA. The team presented their latest research findings at the event.It is uncommon for a university to independently send such a large faculty delegation to an international academic conference. Gachon University aims to showcase its research capabilities in cutting-edge technology fields on a global stage, share international research outcomes, and further strengthen its research and educational capacity through this participation.In 2024, Gachon University established Korea s first standalone Semiconductor College and was designated a Ministry of Education Semiconductor-Specialized University. Professors from the Department of Semiconductor Engineering, Department of Electronic Engineering, Department of Semiconductor Physics, Department of Semiconductor Display, and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering attended the conference, presenting a total of 12 research papers.Key presentation topics included:△ Oxide semiconductor-based thin-film transistor technology (Professors Lee Sangryul and Choi Seungwook)△ Textile-based flexible OLED sensor development (Professors Cho Euisik and Lim Moosub)△ Drug screening and treatment technologies using 3D cell-chip platforms (Professors Cho Seongbo and Park Geunju)Other presentations highlighted advanced research achievements in areas such as optoelectronics, quantum dots, and energy harvesting devices, covering display, energy, and bio-convergence fields.The 2025 MRS Spring Meeting featured around 100 detailed symposia, exhibitions, poster sessions, and expert panels centered around nine major themes:△ Electronics, Optics, and Photonics△ Energy Materials△ Soft and Biomaterials△ Quantum Materials and Topological Systems△ SustainabilityAmong the attendees were numerous global scholars, including Nobel and Kavli Prize laureates, making the conference a prime platform for high-level technical networking.Professor Lee Sangryul, Dean of the Semiconductor College, stated, This international academic conference was a valuable opportunity to directly engage with world-renowned scholars and share our research achievements. We hope it leads to further collaborations, including joint research and international academic exchanges. President Lee Gilya remarked, Through our faculty s participation in the MRS, Gachon University will expand its global networking in key advanced technology fields such as semiconductors, batteries, and biotechnology. We will continue to enhance our research infrastructure and industry-academia collaboration systems to strengthen the university s global competitiveness.

Experiments Conducted on Carbon Capture Equipment to Verify the Performance of CO₂ AbsorbentsOn the 3rd, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries signed an Industry-Academia Cooperation Agreement at the university s Gachon Hall and took a commemorative photo to mark the occasion.On the 3rd, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries (CEO Choi Seongan) signed an Industry-Academia Cooperation Agreement for the Development of Future Innovative Technologies and the Nurturing of Outstanding Talent at the medium conference room in Gachon Hall. The signing ceremony was attended by Gachon University Vice President Yoon Wonjoong, Samsung Heavy Industries Vice President Lee Dongyeon, and about ten officials from both organizations.This agreement builds on the first year of collaboration initiated last year and marks the beginning of a second-year partnership. It aims to strengthen Samsung Heavy Industries research network and focuses on developing future innovative technologies, conducting eco-friendly technology research at the Pangyo R D Center, and securing top technical talent.Through this partnership, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries have signed an R D contract to carry out commissioned research projects. As part of this, experiments will be conducted on carbon capture equipment to verify the performance of CO₂ absorbents, leveraging Gachon University s research expertise to meet Samsung Heavy Industries needs for real-ship applications of carbon capture systems. Last year s efforts focused on building a lab-scale onboard carbon capture system (OCCS).Additional research projects include:△ Corrosion cause analysis within the carbon capture system△ Investigation of sodium-based battery and resource recovery technologies△ Development of an AI-based Heat Tint Classification MethodGachon University Vice President Yoon Wonjoong stated, Through this agreement, we aim to further strengthen our collaboration with Samsung Heavy Industries and contribute to the development of future technologies and the cultivation of talent. We will continue leading carbon reduction and eco-friendly technology development through ongoing research efforts. Samsung Heavy Industries Vice President Lee Dongyeon remarked, Last year, we successfully built an onboard carbon capture system in collaboration with Gachon University. This year, we aim to generate tangible research outcomes based on that success and accelerate sustainable technological innovation.

President Lee Gilya: Korea s First and Only Specialized College We Will Provide Tailored Services for International Students On the 19th, Gachon University took a commemorative photo during the 2025 Gachon University International College entrance ceremony held at the University's Yeaum Hall.. Gachon University has established Korea s first college exclusively for international students, named the International College, and held its entrance ceremony on the 19th at the University s Yeaum Hall. The event was attended by Dean Choi Kyungjin of the International College, faculty members, and international students. To enhance the efficiency of international student management, Gachon University launched the International College in December of 2024. The college consists of eight departments: △ Department of Business Administration △ Department of Media and Communication △ Department of Tourism Management △ Department of Psychology △ Department of Computer Engineering △ Division of International Studies (Global Liberal Arts) △ Division of International Studies (Korean Studies) △ Department of Korean Language Education In the spring semester of the 2025 academic year, 580 freshmen were admitted to the International College. With around 400 more students expected to enroll in the fall semester, the total number of new students for the 2025 academic year is projected to reach approximately 1,000. The entrance ceremony began with an opening session, followed by a congratulatory address by President Lee Gilya, an introduction of the faculty, a welcome speech by the Dean of the International College, a freshman oath, the singing of the school anthem, and the closing ceremony. Following the ceremony, an orientation program was held, which included: △ Introduction to the University and international student programs △ Viewing of the university promotional video △ Sexual harassment prevention education △ Education on Korean laws and regulations. A student from the International College, L Thị Linh (Vietnam), reads the freshman oath during the entrance ceremony. Gachon University offers customized general education and major courses for international students, along with a variety of early adjustment programs designed to help students adapt quickly. These include specialized Korean language education, a buddy program, camping events, and the FC Gachon program. In her congratulatory speech, Gachon University President Lee Gilya stated, The International College is a one-of-a-kind college exclusively for international students, and we will provide top-tier specialized services such as dedicated faculty and a counseling center. She added, I hope our international students will transcend borders and races to become global leaders and achieve their limitless dreams.

Professor Jiwoong Choi's research team from the Department of Pharmacology at Gachon University College of Pharmacy has identified S1P4, one of the sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptors, as a novel pathogenic factor in ischemic stroke, an intractable disease. The team has also proposed a new therapeutic strategy targeting S1P4.S1P receptors (S1P1-5) regulate various physiological functions and are known to act as key factors in numerous diseases. While previous research has predominantly focused on S1P1, due to the absence of selective modulators for other receptors, particularly S1P4, studies on these receptors have been limited.Recently, the research team developed a novel S1P4-selective antagonist (NXC736), which has been transferred to NextGen Bioscience and successfully completed Phase 1 clinical trials. The team previously demonstrated the pathological role of S1P4 in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH, formerly known as NASH) in a study published in Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology in 2022.In the latest study, the team synthesized NXC736 and investigated its S1P4-selective activity. They discovered that S1P4 acts as a novel pathogenic mechanism in ischemic stroke and that inhibiting S1P4 using NXC736 alleviates brain damage.Ischemic stroke, accounting for 87% of all strokes, is a condition characterized by blocked cerebral blood flow, leading to neuronal damage and death. Using an animal model of ischemic stroke, the researchers found that S1P4 regulates neuroinflammatory responses, including neuronal apoptosis, disruption of the blood-brain barrier, and activation of microglia. Notably, S1P4 mediated the activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome and related signaling pathways in activated microglia, resulting in brain injury. Furthermore, they demonstrated that inhibiting S1P4 with NXC736 effectively reduces both acute and chronic brain damage associated with ischemic stroke, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic approach.The study, titled "Blocking S1P4 signaling attenuates brain injury in mice with ischemic stroke", has been accepted for publication in the prestigious Journal of Advanced Research (IF=11.4) in February.This research was supported by the Mid-Career Researcher Program of the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Gachon University Research Fund (2020).

Professor Choi Jeongsil of Gachon University College of Nursing received the "Nurse of the Year Award" in the Nursing Education category at the 95th Regular Delegates General Meeting of the Korean Nurses Association. The event was held on February 26, 2025, at Lotte Hotel Seoul. Professor Choi was honored for her contributions to advancing nursing education and enhancing professional development.Professor Choi Jeongsil has played a pioneering role as an infection control expert for nearly 30 years since the early stages of infection control in Korea in 1996. As an educator and leader in healthcare institutions, academic societies, nursing colleges, and the community, she has significantly contributed to building a national infection control system. Through preventive education targeting healthcare professionals, nurses, and the general public, she has raised awareness of the importance of infection control and driven practical changes.At Gachon University and Konyang University, Professor Choi established specialized education courses for infection control nurses. Since 2022, as the chairperson of the Association of Infection Control Nurse Education Institutions, she has led the standardization of educational curricula across 11 institutions nationwide, improving the quality of practical training and managing the professional nurse examination system.In 2024, she developed and distributed the "Medication and Clinic-Level Infection Control Education Guidelines" and the "Practical Infection Control Guide for Clinics" to healthcare institutions nationwide. Additionally, she introduced updated practical training courses for nurses, promoting the professionalism and expansion of nursing education.During the COVID-19 pandemic, Professor Choi went beyond professional education for healthcare workers and launched lifelong education programs for the general public at Incheon Citizen University. She organized 10 lectures under themes like Infection in Daily Life: Effective Prevention Methods and Infection Prevention! The First Step Toward Healthy Living. These efforts have contributed to public health awareness and quality of life improvements.Her dedicated efforts have set a significant milestone in the development of infection control education and practice within the Korean nursing community, greatly contributing to the innovation and sustainable growth of the national healthcare sector.

150 billion KRW to be invested over five years to cultivate master s and doctoral-level experts who will drive innovation in the battery field. Gachon University was selected on the 12th for the "2025 Advanced Industry Specialization Graduate School Support Project (Battery)" organized by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. As a result, the university will receive 15 billion KRW annually for five years, totaling 150 billion KRW. This project aims to establish and operate advanced industry specialization graduate schools to foster master's and doctoral-level innovative talents who will lead the nation s advanced strategic industries, while also building a system to utilize them. This year, Gachon University was the only university nationwide to be selected, while last year s selections included Yonsei University, POSTECH, and Hanyang University. With this selection, Gachon University will receive approximately 3 billion KRW annually over five years to build research equipment and educational environments, develop and operate educational programs, and carry out industry-academia projects in collaboration with companies. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy evaluated universities based on submitted documents and presentation assessments, examining their existing capabilities, graduate school operation plans, industry-academia cooperation activation plans, education and research capacity expansion plans, and the potential impact and applicability of the projects. With this project selection, Gachon University plans to establish the Battery Specialization Graduate School within the first half of the year, building a sustainable industry field-responsive battery practical talent cultivation education leading model. The school will train master s and doctoral-level professionals who can be directly deployed in key areas, including battery core materials, cell design, and advanced analysis. Over the next five years, Gachon University aims to nurture around 150 highly skilled technical personnel at the master s and doctoral levels. The current Battery Engineering major has a capacity of 84 students (74 master s and 10 doctoral candidates). Gachon University has accumulated battery-specialized curricula and secured outstanding faculty through collaborative projects, such as the Ministry-led secondary battery talent cultivation project and the Advanced Field Innovative Convergence University Project. The university has also established systematic educational infrastructure, including dry rooms and practical training facilities required for the full-cycle process of secondary batteries. In February, Gachon University also held an agreement ceremony with the Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI), an electronic and IT specialized production research institute under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, to establish and operate the Battery Specialization Graduate School. The two institutions will collaborate on joint research and academic-industry programs in the secondary battery field, utilizing Gachon University s educational infrastructure and KETI s operational expertise and research know-how. Both institutions will also share their high-cost analysis and evaluation infrastructure. Additionally, during vacations, the university plans to conduct on-site training for graduate students at the Battery Pilot Line at the Chungbuk Battery Industry Support Center in Ochang, North Chungcheong Province. The school will operate a close-guidance education system, in which each student is jointly supervised by one Gachon University professor and one KETI researcher. To further enhance practical skills, researchers from KETI s Next-Generation Battery Research Center will be appointed as adjunct professors at Gachon University. In addition, Gachon University has taken the lead in battery specialization education and research by hosting international symposiums on the Future of Secondary Battery Technology. Last year, Professor Arumugam Manthiram from the University of Texas was invited as a speaker, followed by Professor Y. Shirley Meng from the University of Chicago this year. President Lee Gilya of Gachon University stated, We will continue to produce highly skilled professionals with global competitiveness in the secondary battery industry, supplying the talent needed by the nation and contributing to advancing the secondary battery industry into the global market.

▲Scene from the pharmacy graduation ceremony held on February 19.Gachon University achieved a remarkable milestone of a 100% pass rate for three consecutive years on the National Pharmacist Licensing Examination. The 76th examination, organized by the Korea Health Personnel Licensing Examination Institute, was held on January 24, 2025. All 35 graduating students from Gachon University College of Pharmacy passed the exam.The 2025 National Pharmacist Licensing Examination had a total of 2,184 applicants, of whom 2,073 passed, resulting in a national pass rate of 94.9%.Dean Shin Dongyun of the College of Pharmacy stated, Gachon University College of Pharmacy not only provides fundamental education in core pharmacy subjects but also actively conducts customized education through the G-ACE program, fostering strong interaction between professors and students. We will continue to focus on developing a more substantial and creative curriculum and strengthening our research capabilities to produce outstanding pharmacists.

Joining hands to secure R D competitiveness in the battery field and cultivate key talent.Sharing research expertise and technological infrastructure to provide graduate students with practical, cutting-edge research experience.Gachon University President Lee Gilya (right in the photo) and Korea Electronics Technology Institute President Shin Heedong (left in the photo) take a commemorative photo after signing the MOU for the Battery Specialization Graduate School at the Gachon Convention Center on the 19th. □ news link : ① KBS ② YTN ③ MBN ④ chosun ⑤ dongaGachon University and the Korea Electronics Technology Institute (President: Shin Heedong, KETI) held a signing ceremony for the "Gachon University-KETI Battery Specialization Graduate School Establishment and Operation Agreement" at the Gachon Convention Center on the 19th. The collaboration aims to secure competitiveness in the battery R D field and foster talent.KETI, established in 1991, is a specialized research institute under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, focusing on electronics and IT. The signing ceremony was attended by around 50 representatives from both institutions, including President Lee Gilya and President Shin Heedong.Gachon University President Lee Gilya (right in the photo) and Korea Electronics Technology Institute President Shin Heedong (left in the photo) are taking a commemorative photo after signing the MOU for the Battery Specialization Graduate School at the Gachon Convention Center on the 19th. Through this agreement, Gachon University and the Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI) will convert the current Battery Engineering major in the university s graduate school into the Battery Specialization Graduate School within the first half of this year. They plan to continuously recruit outstanding master's and doctoral students, fostering the school as the nation s top battery-specialized graduate institution. Over the next five years, they aim to train approximately 150 highly skilled professionals at the master's and doctoral levels. The current Battery Engineering major has a capacity of 84 students (74 master's and 10 doctoral candidates).Gachon University will leverage its battery education infrastructure to conduct joint research and academic-industry collaboration programs in the secondary battery field. The university will provide space and infrastructure, while KETI will offer operational support and research expertise. The two institutions will also jointly utilize high-cost analysis and evaluation infrastructure. In particular, students from the Battery Specialization Graduate School will participate in field training at the Chungbuk Battery Industry Support Center in Ochang, North Chungcheong Province, during school breaks.A close guidance system will be implemented, in which each student is jointly supervised by one Gachon University professor and one KETI researcher. Additionally, researchers from KETI s Next-Generation Battery Research Center will be appointed as adjunct professors at Gachon University to enhance students practical skills.In 2022, Gachon University established the Battery Engineering major at the undergraduate level and recruited its first group of students in 2023. Through technology-intensive education specialized in the secondary battery field, the university has been nurturing key talent. It has also developed a project-based learning environment, including field-mirroring labs and a dry room. In 2023, the university increased the program s capacity to 100 students after receiving approval from the Ministry of Education to expand by 50 seats in the advanced field quota allocation.Furthermore, Gachon University has been actively leading battery specialization education. In 2022, it was selected for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology s collaborative project to develop technical personnel for the secondary battery industry. In 2023, it was also selected for the Ministry of Education and National Research Foundation s Advanced Field Innovative Convergence University Project, operating the Secondary Battery Innovative Convergence University Project Group. Last month, on the 9th, Gachon University hosted its second international symposium at the university s convention center under the theme The Future of Secondary Battery Technology, inviting world-renowned scholars, including Professor Y. Shirley Meng from the University of Chicago, to discuss future advancements in the field.The signing ceremony of the MOU for the Gachon University-Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI) Battery Specialization Graduate School. In his congratulatory address, KETI President Shin Heedong stated, "KETI is conducting extensive research ranging from the development of materials for next-generation batteries to advanced manufacturing technologies, ensuring that various types of secondary batteries, such as lithium-ion and all-solid-state batteries, can be utilized safely and economically. Through this agreement, we plan to share our top-level research know-how and technological infrastructure and actively provide graduate students with hands-on, cutting-edge research experiences."Gachon University President Lee Gilya remarked, "Cultivating high-level talent in the battery industry is a crucial element for technological innovation, industrial growth, and sustainable energy transition. Through this collaboration with KETI, we will further enhance the battery specialization education we have pursued since the undergraduate level by advancing it at the graduate level with innovative ideas and research, ultimately fostering master s and doctoral-level key talents who will thrive in the future core technology field of batteries.