The Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) announced on the 17th that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Pohang University of Science and Technology to collaborate on research and to cultivate scientific and technological talents. The two institutions plan to cooperate on common areas of interest, such as the development of 'clean hydrogen,' 'AI robots,' and 'secondary battery' technologies, jointly advance national research and development projects, exchange technology and personnel, and train specialized scientific and technological personnel.
The Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) announced that it held a symposium on the 16th themed 'The philosophy and feasibility of blue technology.' This symposium was organized under the leadership of Professor Lee Eun-ji, gathering experts from diverse fields to discuss the technological and social direction for a sustainable future. Blue technology refers to next-generation sustainable technology that realizes efficient resource utilization, energy conservation, and biodiversity protection based on the principles of natural ecosystem circulation and life-centered design.
The Korea Aerospace Administration announced on the 17th that it held the 'K-Drone Airframe Supply Chain Initiative Launch Ceremony.' The K-Drone airframe supply chain initiative is a cross-government policy aimed at establishing a self-sufficient and competitive drone ecosystem. It aims to prepare a technology and policy roadmap for drone exports, produce airframes and key components domestically, strengthen inter-agency collaboration systems, and develop intelligent drone technology based on next-generation semiconductors. The Aerospace Administration plans to develop specific execution strategies and conduct feasibility studies to support these initiatives.