Sahmyook University Professor Han Kyung-sik Honored with Dairy and Food Science Academic Award

Professor Han Kyung-sik from Sahmyook University's Department of Bio-Convergence Engineering has been honored with the prestigious 'Academic Award' by the Korean Society of Dairy and Food Science. This recognition celebrates his significant contributions to the field of dairy and food science in South Korea.

The award ceremony took place during the society's 92nd regular academic conference and symposium at Konkuk University. Professor Han has consistently published outstanding research findings in leading academic journals, including the society's official publication, the 'Journal of Dairy Science and Biotechnology.'

A key area of his research involves the probiotic strain 'Lactobacillus reuteri SYU308,' isolated from kimchi, a traditional fermented food. Professor Han's team elucidated the strain's Reuterin production capabilities and probiotic characteristics. Reuterin is a natural antimicrobial substance that inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria. His research has been lauded for significantly enhancing the industrial application value of native microbial resources.

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It is a great honor to receive the Academic Award from the Korean Society of Dairy and Food Science, an organization with a rich history and tradition in leading the academic and industrial development of Korea's dairy industry.

Beyond fundamental research, Professor Han has actively fostered industry-academia collaboration. He successfully transferred the core technologies related to the 'Lactobacillus reuteri SYU308' strain to relevant industries, demonstrating a commitment to practical commercialization and contributing to the establishment of an industrial ecosystem. This practical impact was a significant factor in the award committee's decision.

Reflecting on the honor, Professor Han expressed his gratitude, stating, "It is a great honor to receive the Academic Award from the Korean Society of Dairy and Food Science, an organization with a rich history and tradition in leading the academic and industrial development of Korea's dairy industry." He pledged to continue his innovative research in bio-convergence and dairy food science, aiming to deepen academic knowledge and contribute practically to domestic industries while nurturing future talent.

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I will continue to deepen academic knowledge through innovative research in bio-convergence and dairy food fields, and will also focus on research that provides practical benefits to domestic industries and nurtures talent.