Prof. Dr. Tae Sung Jung is an internationally recognized researcher in aquatic animal diseases, fish immunology, and antimicrobial resistance, with a strong focus on variable lymphocyte receptors (VLRs) and outer/extracellular membrane vesicles (OMVs/EVs) in multidrug-resistant bacteria. His research integrates fundamental immunology and applied biotechnology, advancing novel passive immune vaccines, biomarkers, and immunoprophylactic strategies for aquaculture health. He has made landmark contributions to understanding pathogenesis, host–pathogen interactions, mucosal and antiviral immunity in teleost fish, and vesicle-mediated antibiotic resistance transfer, publishing extensively in high-impact journals such as Veterinary Research, Fish & Shellfish Immunology, Scientific Reports, and The Journal of Immunology. With numerous highly cited publications, sustained leadership as a corresponding author, and editorial contributions to international scientific books, his work demonstrates exceptional academic impact, innovation, and translational relevance, making him a strong exemplar of excellence in academic research.