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The Korea Institute of Science and Technology
(KIST) was established in 1966 under the auspices of Korean
and US governments. The mission of KIST was to assume a central
role as the first comprehensive research agency for the promotion
of the nation’s economic growth and the modernization
of engineering fields. It has since developed into the foremost
R&D organization and the foundation of technological development
in Korea.
KIST, with its accumulated knowledge and experience, now aims to become one of
the world's top ten research institutes by the year 2016. In keeping with that vision,
KIST is proud to open the International R&D Academy.
Since 1990, KIST has produced more than 1,766 professionals with M.S. and Ph.D.
degrees through KIST-Academia Collaborative Education Program, which is carried out in
partnership with prominent universities in Korea. KIST has also continuously developed and
provided training programs for professionals in close collaboration with the Korean Ministry
of Environment, the Korea Industrial Technology Association (KOITA), the Korea International
Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and other organizations. With such diverse experience in research
and education accompanied by superior researchers, state-of-the-art equipment, and an abundance
of funds, KIST aims to offer international educational programs that will produce high-quality
professional human resources. Such professionals can lend their experience and expertise in the
development of industrial technology in developing countries. Those who complete this educational
program will be ready to immediately contribute to the industrial development of their respective countries.
KIST will provide a tutorial system in which the educational process produces individuals with not only
knowledge but also actual research experience. Such a system is available through close cooperation between
industry and the academy, which will provide unique educational programs for the training of professionals
needed in the technological advancement of developing countries. KIST will ensure the fullfillment of the
individual’s aim, to be at the forefront of technological development, and to meet the fierce challenges of
the 21st century. Those with the vision and enthusiasm are welcome to join the International R&D Academy
for a bright future and a better society!
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President Hong Thomas Hahn |
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