Dr. Wook-Chul Kim is a researcher at the Department of Medical Science, Soonchunhyang University, Asan, Republic of Korea. Kim’s research focuses on the discovery and development of bioactive compounds and functional ingredients derived from natural products, with particular emphasis on marine bioresources and their by-products. His research interests include muscle health and sarcopenia, skin health, hair loss, metabolic disorders, and inflammatory diseases. He employs integrated experimental approaches using cell-based assays, zebrafish models, and mammalian models to investigate the biological activities and underlying molecular mechanisms of natural products, hydrolysates, peptides, and other bioactive compounds. His research also aims to promote the sustainable utilization and high-value valorization of marine resources for applications in functional foods, nutraceuticals, and biomedical fields.