SeoulTech Signs MOU with KIST for Research Collaboration and Talent Development

Strengthening Collaboration in Scientific Research and Education

Seoul National University of Science and Technology announced on April 22 that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) on April 17 at the Techno Cube Building to promote research collaboration and foster scientific and technological talent.

(From left) Donghwan Kim, President of Seoul National University of Science and Technology, and Sangrok Oh, Director of KIST, are posing for a commemorative photo after signing the Memorandum of Understanding. Seoul National University of Science and Technology

The main provisions of the agreement include research collaboration in areas of common interest such as quantum technology development, joint promotion of national research and development projects, mutual exchange of technology and personnel, research infrastructure collaboration for the shared use of facilities and establishment of joint research bases, and nurturing of science and technology professionals.

The two institutions will focus their quantum research collaboration on 'QuantumFab,' the nation’s first full-cycle, light-based quantum chip fabrication facility established by KIST in 2025, and the Department of Quantum Convergence Physics, which Seoul National University of Science and Technology plans to establish in 2027. They also aim to nurture future experts in this field.

During the joint workshop held after the signing ceremony, quantum technology researchers from both institutions participated to share recent research achievements and discuss directions for future joint research and academic exchanges.

Donghwan Kim, President of Seoul National University of Science and Technology, stated, "A university is the starting point for nurturing talent that will lead future strategic technologies," adding, "This agreement will serve as an opportunity to further enhance our quantum curriculum and to cultivate specialists who can immediately demonstrate their capabilities in industry and research settings."

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