Publications by authors named "Yongjoon Shin"

Two-dimensional (2D) devices and their van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures attract considerable attention owing to their potential for next-generation logic and memory applications. In addition, 2D devices are projected to have high integration capabilities, while maintaining nanoscale thickness. However, the fabrication of 2D devices and their circuits is challenging because of the high precision required to etch and pattern ultrathin 2D materials for integration.

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Quantum wells (QWs), enabling effective exciton confinement and strong light-matter interaction, form an essential building block for quantum optoelectronics. For two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors, however, constructing the QWs is still challenging because suitable materials and fabrication techniques are lacking for bandgap engineering and indirect bandgap transitions occur at the multilayer. Here, we demonstrate an unexplored approach to fabricate atomic-layer-confined multiple QWs (MQWs) via monolithic bandgap engineering of transition metal dichalcogenides and van der Waals stacking.

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  • In the MAPK pathway, the V600E mutation in B-Raf kinase leads to constant activation, resulting in excessive activity of downstream kinases MEK and ERK, contributing to melanoma and other cancers.
  • Research indicates that existing drugs often fail due to resistance and can paradoxically activate B-Raf; therefore, new drugs targeting allosteric sites are necessary.
  • By studying a specific α-helix on B-Raf crucial for its interaction with MEK, the research identifies potential new drug targets to inhibit B-Raf's oncogenic effects in melanoma.
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While many technologies rely on multilayer heterostructures, most of the studies on chemical functionalization have been limited to monolayer graphene. In order to use functionalization in multilayer systems, we must first understand the interlayer interactions between functionalized and nonfunctionalized (intact) layers and how to selectively functionalize one layer at a time. Here, we demonstrate a method to fabricate single- or double-sided fluorinated bilayer graphene (FBG) by tailoring substrate interactions.

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Previous studies have suggested that development of Mycobacterium kansasii lung disease (MKLD) was associated with COPD, pneumoconiosis, aging, male, immunosuppression, alcohol, malignancy, and certain occupations such as mining and sandblasting. However, previous studies were outdated and used non-comparative statistical methods. We aimed to determine the current risk factors for developing MKLD in Korea by using appropriate statistical techniques.

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  • Syncope is a brief loss of consciousness and muscle tone that occurs suddenly and resolves quickly on its own.
  • Stellate ganglion block (SGB) is a treatment method that targets nerve pain in the head, neck, and upper parts of the body, and helps manage conditions like trigeminal neuralgia and complex regional pain syndrome.
  • In a reported case, a patient receiving SGB for upper extremity pain also experienced significant improvements in recurrent syncope, chest pain, and overall quality of life.
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Submucosal infiltration and the topical application of epinephrine as a vasoconstrictor produce excellent hemostasis during surgery. The hemodynamic effects of epinephrine have been documented in numerous studies. However, its metabolic effects (especially during surgery) have been seldom recognized clinically.

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