Current research projects. 1) Isolation, Identification, preservation, and management of marine microorganisms (Banking system; www.mebic.re.kr). 2) Genomic analysis of valuable thermophilic and/or anaerobic microorganisms. 3) Biodegradation of toxic organic matters including petroleum oil, dioxin etc. 4) Isolation, characterization, and application of biomass converting microorganisms.