Kwon Research Group

Our mission is to develop innovative therapies that improve lives, by transforming new chemical entities, established drugs, and biologics into safe and effective medications for patients. Specializing in pharmaceutics, we bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and real-world treatments. Our work spans the design, formulation, and delivery of novel therapeutics, with a focus on harnessing nanotechnology to solve critical challenges in medicine. We partner with renowned researchers at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, top-tier universities, and organizations worldwide. We boast a strong record of achievement, including, peer-reviewed publications in prestigious scientific journals, recognition through journal awards, and multiple patents and licensed technologies. Alumni are leaders in the pharmaceutical industry and tenure-track professors at pharmacy schools across the globe. Join us on our journey to discover and develop the next generation of nanomedicines—where science meets compassion, and innovation transforms lives.