Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2005
Title: Hyun Chang-min: Innovator in Biodegradable Polymers
Introduction
Hyun Chang-min is a prominent inventor based in Seoul, South Korea. He has made significant contributions to the field of biodegradable polymers, particularly through his innovative work on hexa-arm polyethylene glycol (6-arm PEG) and its derivatives.
Latest Patents
Hyun Chang-min holds a patent for "Hexa-arm polyethylene glycol and its derivatives and the methods of preparation thereof." This invention relates to novel hexa-arm polyethylene glycol (6-arm PEG) and its derivatives. The core of 6-arm PEG derivatives is sorbitol, and the end groups can be derivatized into many different reactive functionalities that are useful in conjugating with various targets. The invention also provides a biodegradable polymeric hydrogel-forming composition comprising the 6-arm PEG and its derivatives, along with methods of using such 6-arm PEG derivatives as surgical or biological implants or sealants. He has 1 patent to his name.
Career Highlights
Hyun Chang-min is currently associated with Sun Bio, Inc., where he continues to advance his research and development in the field of biodegradable materials. His work has the potential to impact various applications in medicine and biotechnology.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kwang Nho and Jung-Hun Lee, to further enhance the scope and application of his inventions.
Conclusion
Hyun Chang-min's innovative work in biodegradable polymers exemplifies the importance of research in developing sustainable materials for medical applications. His contributions are paving the way for future advancements in the field.