Koo Hyukchae Highlights Role and Importance of Korean-American Scientists at UKC

Koo Hyukchae, First Vice Minister of the Ministry of Science and ICT, attended the 2025 US-Korea Conference on Science, Technology and Entrepreneurship (UKC) and emphasized the role and importance of Korean-American scientists. He also listened to opinions from the field to strengthen connections and cooperation between domestic and overseas talent.

The UKC is being held in Atlanta, United States, from the 5th to the 9th. Marking its 38th year, the event features keynote speeches by renowned scientists, 14 technical sessions, 9 special sessions, and 22 forums under the theme "Our Future: Advancing Science and Technology for the Benefit of Humanity from Earth to Space."

Koo Hyukchae, First Vice Minister of the Ministry of Science and ICT, is speaking. Photo by Yonhap News

While in Atlanta, Vice Minister Koo met with Georgia State Representative Soo Hong and requested interest and support for expanding cooperation between major research institutions such as the Georgia Institute of Technology and Korean universities and research institutes. He also asked for support to ensure that major Korean companies can successfully establish themselves in Georgia?a key hub for North American expansion?and to promote active Korea-US collaboration in advanced industrial technology sectors such as electric vehicles, semiconductors, and solar energy.

Vice Minister Koo attended the UKC opening ceremony and major forums, urging that the research experience and knowledge of Korean-American scientists in the United States be shared with Korea, and called for their role as a bridge in Korea-US cooperation.

At the opening ceremony, Vice Minister Koo stated, "Cooperation between Korea and the United States is not merely about joint research; it is an investment in the future of both countries and a path to building global leadership through science and technology." He encouraged the participants by adding, "The extensive experience and in-depth research achievements of Korean-American scientists are serving as an important bridge in Korea-US science and technology cooperation."

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