The Asian Scientist 100
Kim Eunjoon
Institution
Institute for Basic Science
Country
South Korea
Field
Biomedical Sciences
Kim, director of the Institute of Basic Science’s Center for Synaptic Brain Dysfunctions, received the 2018 Asan Award in Basic Medicine for his research on synaptic adhesion proteins. (Photo: Institute for Basic Science)
Related articles
Asia’s Scientific Trailblazers: Kim Eunjoon
By studying the proteins involved in neural synapses, Professor Kim Eunjoon seeks to bridge knowledge gaps in the field of brain disorders, potentially paving the way for improved treatments.
2019 Edition Of Asian Scientist 100 Announced
Each year, Asian Scientist Magazine highlights 100 outstanding thinkers and innovators from Asia who are pushing the envelope with their research.
Four Scientists To Receive 2018 ASAN Awards
Professor Kim Eunjoon, who demonstrated the principles behind the formation and functions of synapses, has been named the 2018 recipient of the ASAN Award in Medicine.