Mrs. Sohyun In | Life Sciences | Innovative Research Award

R&D Center/LG H&H Co., Ltd. | South Korea

Mrs. Sohyun In, an accomplished researcher in the field of cosmetic dermatology and life sciences, has established herself as a leading figure in innovative skin research through her strong academic background, extensive professional experience, and significant scientific contributions. She earned her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and subsequently completed her Master’s degree in pharmaceutical synthesis chemistry at Seoul National University, where she specialized in the development of novel compounds with dermatological applications. Currently serving as an Advanced Researcher at the R&D Center of LG H&H Co., Ltd. in South Korea, she is engaged in cutting-edge research projects that explore the physiological relationships between cosmetic formulations and skin health. Her research interests focus on skin barrier repair, exfoliation mechanisms, and anti-photoaging effects, as evidenced by her published works on lysophosphatidylcholine’s anti-photoaging function, L-carnitine’s exfoliation efficacy monitored by NMR, and the role of amino acids in disrupting calcium-dependent adhesion of the stratum corneum. She possesses advanced research skills in spectroscopy, skin physiology analysis, and cosmetic formulation design, which enable her to integrate molecular-level findings into practical applications with industrial and consumer relevance. Her contributions include several publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, with a citation index, alongside industry collaborations that bridge fundamental science with applied innovation. She has also contributed to patents and maintains professional collaborations with international experts in dermatological sciences. Recognized for her dedication and impactful work, she has been nominated for the Best Researcher Award, reflecting her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and its translation into real-world solutions. In conclusion, Mrs. Sohyun In’s educational foundation, professional expertise, innovative research, and dedication to bridging academia and industry make her a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with strong potential for future leadership in global cosmetic science.

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Featured Publications

• Guermi, I. N. E. H., Bensiradj, N. E. H., Saal, A., Almi, M., & Nassar, M. (2024). Theoretical approach to the protonation of Anderson type polyoxometalate [XM₆O₂₄]ⁿ⁻ (X = I, Te, and Sb, M = Mo and W, and n = 5,6,7). Computational and Theoretical Chemistry, 1235, 114504.

• Miles, F., Djellouli, F., Bensiradj, N., & Dahmani, A. (2023). Pharmaceutical cocrystal consisting of ascorbic acid with p-aminobenzoic acid and paracetamol. Physical Sciences Reviews, 8(6), 202100199.

• Yousfi, H., Bensiradj, N. H., Khedidji, M., Saal, A., & Ouamerali, O. (2023). Theoretical investigation of the structure and spectroscopy of uranium oxide species. Theoretical Chemistry Accounts, 142, 2.

• Ababneh, R., Smadi, M., Bensiradj, N. E. H., Al-Akhras, M. A., Al-Hiari, Y., Jum’h, I., Abu-Dahab, R., Al Bataineh, Q. M., & Telfah, A. (2023). UV–Vis, FTIR and DFT studies of the fluoroquinolone [pyrido pyrolo quinoxaline (PPQ)] tethered to gold nanoparticles as a novel anticancer. Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 33, 4683–4696.

• Bensiradj, N. E. H., Ouamerali, O., & Dekhira, A. (2022). Ab initio calculations of the ground and excited states of the ZnTe molecule and its ions ZnTe⁺ and ZnTe⁻. Research Square.