Sungwoo Park

• Lead Researcher: Actin-Induced Intervesicular Lipid Nanotube Connection
• Led an international collaborative research with Zhejiang University; conducted on-site research during a 3-week visit
• Gained expertise in advanced microscopy techniques and vesicle-based experimental system
• Designed protocols and taught microscopy and vesicle preparation techniques to lab members
• Mentored international students and facilitated communication between Korean and foreign researchers in the lab

• Collaborated with lab members to exchange and discuss biological concepts in an interdisciplinary environment
• Performed Langmuir-Blodgett experiment and analyzed π-A isotherm data
• Drafted the introduction section for biophysical research proposal
• Proposed and planned independent research topic:

(1) Redox-state dependent hydroquinone interaction with lipid monolayer

(2) Real-time analysis of phospholipase activity using sum frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy

• Acquired core laboratory skills in biological research, including bacterial cell culture, transformation, and membrane protein purification and quantification
• Investigated biophysical properties of Gleobacteria Rhodopsin (GR) through absorption spectroscopy, proton pumping assays, and pKa analysis of critical amino acids
• Calculated proton pumping efficiency and estimated cellular energy production mediated by GR

• Tutored mathematics and science to immigrant students to achieve middle and high school qualification exams.
• Translated English documents related to legal rights and article about immigrant issues.
• Developed and organized community programs for immigrant youth
• Drafted summary and description for interview-based video contents
• Assisted with administrated tasks related COVID-19 support funds for immigrant communities
• Registered Volunteering Hours: 208 hours

• Earned certification as EO leader for KATUSA in Area IV
• Led EO training sessions and educational programs for soldiers
• Evaluated surveys and addressed complaints to improve unit climate
• Promoted awareness and respect for diversity within the unit
• Fostered teamwork and communication between KATUSA and U.S. Soldiers

• Earned certification as Supply Manager and Barracks Manager
• Military logistics and supply chain operation
• Oversaw housing operation for assigned soldiers
• Effectively addressed challenges of quarantine protocols for soldiers with COVID-19 symptoms through barracks
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• Elected by freshman students in the Department of Physics
• Constructed and managed departmental programs, including membership training, academic forums, and school festivals
• Served as a communication bridge between students and the student council
• Successfully resolved long-standing disputes over membership fees by implementing a democratic voting system for semesterly budget plans