“Great Support for Mind Science Research”… Hanmaeum Seonwon Supports UNIST Mind Science and Consciousness Science Research

Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch and Ven. Hyeja
20 Years of Contributing to Local Talent Development

UNIST (President Jongrae Park) received a development fund of 130 million KRW from Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and Ven. Hyeja on the 24th.

UNIST President Jongrae Park (right) is receiving a development fund from Hyeja Sunim of Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch and posing for a commemorative photo. Photo by UNIST

The donation was composed of 30 million KRW from Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch and 100 million KRW from Ven. Hyeja's personal contribution. It will be used to advance research in mind science and consciousness science at UNIST.

The fund transfer ceremony took place at the university headquarters. Attendees included Ven. Hyeja, the general secretary of Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch, Ven. Hyedam, the treasurer, UNIST President Jongrae Park, and Development Fund Operations Director Woongkyu Jung.

President Park said, "We deeply appreciate the meaningful sharing shown by Hanmaeum Seonwon Ulsan Branch and Ven. Hyeja," adding, "The precious donation will be used to support research in consciousness science and mind science, encompassing all sciences including advanced science."

Ven. Hyeja expressed, "Since UNIST is dedicated to realizing social values through good deeds, the donation naturally came together," and added, "I expect UNIST's outstanding research capabilities to achieve great results in the field of mind science as well."

After the ceremony, the donors visited UNIST's core research facilities, including UCRF (Research Support Headquarters) and Jigwanseoga, to observe the research environment. This donation is expected not only to further strengthen UNIST's research capabilities but also to lay the foundation for the advancement of research in mind science.

Hanmaeum Seonwon, established in 1972 by Seonsa Daehang, is a Buddhist meditation center that guides modern people toward the path of freedom through "mind study," which illuminates the fundamental nature of Buddha-nature within each individual. Since its opening, the Ulsan Branch has continuously carried out scholarship programs for nurturing local talents for over 20 years.

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