Will There Be COVID-19 Contributors... Accepting Applications for Science and Technology Contributors

Minister of Science and ICT Choi Ki-young (right) is giving opening remarks on the 1st at the Seoul Government Complex in Jongno-gu, Seoul, ahead of a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education Yoo Eun-hye to discuss cooperation on establishing a remote education infrastructure. Photo by Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@

[Asia Economy Reporter Junho Hwang] The Ministry of Science and ICT announced on the 27th its plan to designate individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the development of science and technology in Korea as Science and Technology Meritorious Persons.

The designation targets those who have contributed to social development through new technology development or technology improvement, those with remarkable academic achievements such as recipients of world-class science and technology awards, or those who have significantly contributed to the advancement of a specific field through continuous research and development.

Science and Technology Meritorious Persons will be honored with a certificate issued in the name of the President, induction into the Hall of Fame, and other honors and conveniences. Additionally, support will be provided for social activities such as science and technology lectures.

Applications for candidates are accepted year-round, but to be considered for this year's review, applications must be submitted by the 29th of next month. The government will conduct a three-stage review of candidates who are either publicly nominated or discovered, and make the final designation by the end of this year. Since 2017, the Ministry of Science and ICT has designated a total of 60 individuals as Science and Technology Meritorious Persons.

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