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Seungeun Oh

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Seungeun Oh is a postdoctoral researcher currently affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Physics from MIT, where she studied from 2003 to 2010. She also completed her undergraduate studies in physics at Seoul National University.12

Academic and Professional Experience

  • Postdoctoral Researcher: Seungeun is engaged in research within the Marc Kirschner lab at MIT, focusing on nonlinear Raman microscopy methods. This role allows her to develop and teach advanced microscopy techniques.2
  • Instructor: She has served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School from June 2017 to June 2023, where she contributed to educational initiatives in applied biophysics and biomedical optics.1
  • Research Background: Prior to her current position, she was a postdoctoral researcher at Harvard Medical School for seven years and has extensive experience in the field of biophysics and biomedical optics.12

Research Interests

Seungeun Oh's research primarily revolves around biomedical optics, particularly in developing techniques for imaging and quantifying biological systems. Her work includes various publications in notable journals, focusing on topics such as cell dynamics, imaging techniques, and the physical properties of biological materials.3

Outreach and Mentoring

In addition to her research, Seungeun is involved in educational outreach, particularly aimed at K-12 students. She has a passion for mentoring young people in science, specifically physics, and has participated in programs that support underprivileged students.2

Current Role

As of now, Seungeun Oh holds a position as an assistant professor at UCSD, where she is jointly appointed in the Department of Physics and the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Her lab focuses on integrating physics with biological research to advance understanding in these fields.4

Highlights

‪Seungeun Oh‬ - ‪Google Scholar‬

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Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts