Biography
Ph.D. Purdue University, Sociology/Gerontology
M.S. Purdue University, Sociology
B.S. Michigan State University, Sociology
M.S. Purdue University, Sociology
B.S. Michigan State University, Sociology
Research Interests
Dr. Seoyoun Kim's research interests lie at the intersection of social gerontology, epidemiology, multi-omics, and cardiovascular health. Her work explores how social and environmental factors shape health outcomes, particularly in aging populations. She examines the impact of paid and unpaid productive engagement on the well-being of older adults, shedding light on the social determinants of health.
Her research also integrates multi-omics approaches to unravel the complex interactions between genetic, epigenetic, and environmental influences on health and aging. Additionally, she studies the psychosocial and inflammatory mechanisms that contribute to cardiovascular disease, emphasizing the intricate connections between mental and physical health. Through her interdisciplinary work, Dr. Kim aims to advance scientific understanding of the biological and social pathways that drive health disparities and aging-related conditions.
Her research also integrates multi-omics approaches to unravel the complex interactions between genetic, epigenetic, and environmental influences on health and aging. Additionally, she studies the psychosocial and inflammatory mechanisms that contribute to cardiovascular disease, emphasizing the intricate connections between mental and physical health. Through her interdisciplinary work, Dr. Kim aims to advance scientific understanding of the biological and social pathways that drive health disparities and aging-related conditions.