[ About ]
▩ First Author, “Orexin-Induced Upregulation of
OX1R And BDNF Suggests an Adaptive
Neuroprotective Mechanism Against Oxidative
Stress”
▩ Accepted for publication : International Journal of
High School Research, 2026 Feb
▩ Gold Medalist, KSEF International, 2026 January
2025.01 - 2026.01
Recorded and analyzed sleep data and dream journals before advancing to laboratory research on orexin signaling, glial resilience, and neuroprotective pathways associated with sleep disturbance. Conducted lentiviral transduction on human glial cells to examine OX1R and BDNF expression, resulting in publication in the International Journal of High School Research and a Gold Award at the Korea Science and Engineering Fair (KSEF).
Phase II : Sleep Research
THE SWEET DREAM PROJECT
Driven by my own sleep deprivation and nightmares, I initiated a series of projects examining sleep and dreams, first as a personal inquiry and later as a way to support others.
Developed a multi-phase project exploring sleep and dreams through ergonomic design, neuroscience research, digital art, AI-assisted counseling, and clinical sleep research. Conducted research spanning orexin signaling, glial-cell resilience, polysomnography, and EEG analysis, resulting in a research publication and KSEF Gold Award. Translated research into practical applications through a patented pillow concept, dream-based NFT portfolio, and student sleep-health counseling initiative.
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Phase I Sweet Dream Pillow
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Phase II Sleep Research
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Phase III Artist of Dream
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Phase IV Sleep Counseling
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Phase V Polysomnography