Luncheon Seminar
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September 06 (Sun)
11:40-12:10Luncheon Seminar 01. Bruker Korea Co., Ltd.Room 101-102 -
Recent technological advances in multiphoton microscopy have dramatically propelled exploration of neural circuits and brain function within the neuroscience community. Developed through collaboration with leading labs, the latest Ultima 2Pplus multiphoton workstation is enabling many in-vivo imaging and optogenetics experiments that illuminate brain function with resolution and precision at the scale of small networks, single cells, dendrites, and individual spines. This talk will delve into Bruker’s newest multiphoton capabilities including the NeuraLight 3D holographic optogenetic activation module, NeuraLeap rapid focusing module, and OptoVolt voltage imaging module. Attendees will gain insights into the transformative impact of these technologies on neural activity imaging and the broader understanding of brain function, while also learning about recent customer successes and future developments in the field.
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OrganizerSoohyun Lee (Bruker Korea Co., Ltd.)
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ModeratorDohoung Kim (Pohang University of Science and Technology)
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Speaker
Imaging the dynamics of the nervous system
YiKai Wu (Bruker Nano Surfaces Fluorescence Microscopy)
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September 06 (Sun)
11:40-12:10Language: KoreanLuncheon Seminar 02. Korea Brain Research InstituteRoom 103-104 -
Neuroscience is rapidly evolving toward an integrated research paradigm that combines human brain data, single-cell and spatial omics, advanced animal models, organoids, and artificial intelligence. The Korea Brain Research Institute (KBRI) is establishing a comprehensive research ecosystem that enables this convergence and accelerates discoveries from fundamental neuroscience to translational applications. This luncheon seminar will introduce KBRI's vision, state-of-the-art research infrastructure, and internationally connected collaborative platforms, highlighting ongoing initiatives in neuropsychiatric disorders, neurodegeneration, and brain technologies. Beyond institutional introduction, the seminar aims to foster new scientific partnerships and present opportunities for outstanding researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and students to build the next generation of brain science together with KBRI.
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OrganizerMinyoung Jung (Korea Brain Research Institute)
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ModeratorJawook Koo (Korea Brain Research Institute)
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Speaker
Building global brain science together: Research, collaboration, and career opportunities at KBRI
Jawook Koo (Korea Brain Research Institute)
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September 06 (Sun)
11:40-12:10Luncheon Seminar 03. MacrogenRoom 105-106 -
OrganizerSangyoon Shin (Head of Technology Strategy Office, Macrogen)
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ModeratorSangyoon Shin (Head of Technology Strategy Office, Macrogen)
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Speaker
Behavior as a Supervision Signal: Same-Cell Imaging and Transcriptomics for Model-Driven Cell Biology
Shawn Levy (Cellanome)
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September 07 (Mon)
13:10-13:40Language: KoreanLuncheon Seminar 04. Bio-Medical Sciences Co., Ltd.Room 101-102 -
In this seminar, we present a novel mRNA-lipid nanoparticle (LNP)-based platform for the rapid generation of highly pure, excitatory glutamatergic neurons with forebrain identity from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs). By leveraging this LNP-mediated delivery of Neurogenin-2 (NGN2) mRNA, our streamlined approach provides a highly efficient, non-integrating alternative to traditional viral or transgenic overexpression systems. Furthermore, we will demonstrate the extensibility of this platform by establishing robust co- or tri-culture systems, utilizing both STEMCELL Technologies' specialized differentiation media and our high-quality pre-made cells.
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OrganizerYounghoon Jeong (Bio-Medical Sciences Co., Ltd.)
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ModeratorYounghoon Jeong (Bio-Medical Sciences Co., Ltd.)
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Speaker
Rapid generation of hPSC-derived functional forebrain neurons via mRNA-LNP technology and its extensibility to advanced co-culture systems
Jongsoo Woo (STEMCELL Technologies Inc.)
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September 07 (Mon)
13:10-13:40Luncheon Seminar 05. VIVO SolutionsRoom 103-104 -
High-resolution 3D imaging of cleared tissue is transforming neuroscience, but conventional light-sheet microscopes remain out of reach for most labs due to cost and complexity. This seminar introduces SLICE, a compact benchtop platform that makes high-performance volumetric imaging of cleared biological specimens accessible. SLICE implements Projected Light-Sheet Microscopy, validated in Nature Biotechnology, featuring dual-sided illumination, real-time refractive shift correction, and compatibility across clearing methods. Designed for individual labs, SLICE requires no optical engineer, dedicated facility space, or specialized infrastructure; it integrates perfectly into your current workflows to add high-quality 3D structural data to your research.
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OrganizerChang Man Ha (Korea Brain Research Institute)
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ModeratorChang Man Ha (Korea Brain Research Institute)
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Speaker
SLICE: A compact, accessible light-sheet microscopy platform for high-resolution 3D imaging of cleared tissue
Veronica Pessino (MBF Bioscience)
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September 07 (Mon)
13:10-13:40Luncheon Seminar 06. IVIM Technology, Inc.Room 105-106 -
OrganizerJisu Yang (IVIM Technology, Inc.)
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ModeratorSujin Park (IVIM Technology, Inc.)
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Speaker
Longitudinal intravital in vivo brain imaging in rodents: awake states, disease models, and cellular dynamics
Juheon Lee (IVIM Technology, Inc.)
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September 07 (Mon)
13:10-13:40Luncheon Seminar 07. RWD Life Science Co., Ltd.Room 107-108 -
OrganizerJillian Xue (RWD Life Science Co., Ltd.)
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ModeratorJillian Xue (RWD Life Science Co., Ltd.)
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Speaker
Quantitative imaging of neuromodulator dynamics in vivo by constructing new GRAB sensors
Yulong Li (Peking University)
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September 08 (Tue)
11:50-12:20Luncheon Seminar 08. Scitech Korea Inc. (Diagnostics Biochips)Room 101-102 -
Human brain organoids derived from induced pluripotent stem cells are promising models for disease research, but conventional electrophysiology captures only surface activity. We used an automated system to insert multi-channel silicon probes into intact organoids, enabling high-resolution recordings from deep neural circuits. Approximately 2,600 well-isolated single units were recorded and compared with hippocampal and cortical neurons from freely moving mice. Organoid neurons exhibited spontaneous periodic spiking across a broad frequency range and synchronized population events, indicating recurrent network activity despite limited phase synchronization. APP-mutant organoids showed higher dominant firing frequencies that persisted after amyloid-beta reduction. These findings demonstrate that brain organoids exhibit complex neuronal dynamics, supporting their use for functional disease modeling and drug discovery
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OrganizerMinwoo Park (Sciech Korea Inc.)
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ModeratorMaesoon Im (Korea Institute of Science and Technology)
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Speaker
Circuit electrophysiology from inside intact brain organoids reveals spiking periodicity, synchrony, and rich spontaneous activity patterns
Fan Wu (Diagnostics Biochips)
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