Latest news from National Research Council of Science and Technology on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/maintaining-bridge-safer-digital-sensing-based-monitoring-system/?sc=rsin /articles/maintaining-bridge-safer-digital-sensing-based-monitoring-system/?sc=rsin Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:15:30 EST Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) developed a smart monitoring system that applies digital sensing technology to maintain and manage small- and medium-sized aging bridges. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/photon-qubits-challenge-ai-enabling-more-accurate-quantum-computing-without-error-correction-techniques/?sc=rsin /articles/photon-qubits-challenge-ai-enabling-more-accurate-quantum-computing-without-error-correction-techniques/?sc=rsin Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:00:54 EST Dr. Hyang-Tag Lim's research team at the KIST has implemented a quantum computing algorithm that can estimate interatomic bond distances and ground state energies with chemical accuracy using fewer resources than conventional methods, and has succeeded in performing accurate calculations without the need for additional quantum error mitigation techniques. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/discarded-nut-shells-transformed-into-eco-friendly-ship-fuel/?sc=rsin /articles/discarded-nut-shells-transformed-into-eco-friendly-ship-fuel/?sc=rsin Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:00:46 EST A research team led by Dr. Choi, Young-chan from the Clean Air Research Laboratory at the Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has successfully converted cashew nut shells, discarded during cashew nut food product manufacturing, into an eco-friendly biofuel. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/krict-develops-new-lithium-composite-material-to-enhance-performance-and-safety-of-next-generation-lithium-rechargeable-battereis/?sc=rsin /articles/krict-develops-new-lithium-composite-material-to-enhance-performance-and-safety-of-next-generation-lithium-rechargeable-battereis/?sc=rsin Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:29 EST Groundbreaking material technology from the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology effectively prevents lithium dendrite growth, tackling the main cause of reduced lifespan in lithium-metal batteries. This innovative material, easily produced through a streamlined process, is set to become a game-changer for next-generation lithium rechargeable batteries. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/new-clinical-study-confirms-the-anti-obesity-effects-of-kimchi/?sc=rsin /articles/new-clinical-study-confirms-the-anti-obesity-effects-of-kimchi/?sc=rsin Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:34 EST The World Institute of Kimchi(WIKIM) has announced that the regular consumption of kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented food, is effective in reducing body fat and may serve as a promising dietary strategy to combat obesity. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/no-wires-needed-quick-and-safe-docking-with-automated-mooring-for-autonomous-ships/?sc=rsin /articles/no-wires-needed-quick-and-safe-docking-with-automated-mooring-for-autonomous-ships/?sc=rsin Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:53 EST The Korea Institute of Machinery & Materials (KIMM) has successfully developed an advanced automated mooring system aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of docking operations for autonomous vessels. Designed to overcome the limitations of conventional wire-based mooring methods, this innovative system is projected to be commercially available by 2025, significantly contributing to the progress of smart port technology. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/visible-light-3d-printing-encompasses-speed-precision-and-smart-materials/?sc=rsin /articles/visible-light-3d-printing-encompasses-speed-precision-and-smart-materials/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:00:41 EST The research team from the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) led by Dr. Dowon Ahn, has made significant strides in addressing the key challenges of photoresponsive, visible light 3D printing. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/cracking-the-code-of-performance-degradation-in-solid-oxide-cells-at-the-atomic-level/?sc=rsin /articles/cracking-the-code-of-performance-degradation-in-solid-oxide-cells-at-the-atomic-level/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:52 EST Dr. Hye Jung Chang and Dr. Kyung Joong Yoon (Director) of the Hydrogen Energy Materials Research Center at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have announced that they have elucidated the mechanism of the initial degradation phenomenon that triggers the performance drop of high-temperature solid oxide electrolysis cell systems, using advanced transmission electron microscopy. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/etri-fu-credit-information-co-ltd-opens-a-new-path-for-ai-based-professional-consultation/?sc=rsin /articles/etri-fu-credit-information-co-ltd-opens-a-new-path-for-ai-based-professional-consultation/?sc=rsin Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:00:42 EST Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced that at the end of August, they reached an agreement to cooperate with F&U Credit Information Co., Ltd., a company that specializes in customer management & consultation, to develop a new AI-based technology to support next-generation counseling. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/breakthrough-idea-for-ccu-technology-commercialization-from-carbon-cycle-of-the-earth/?sc=rsin /articles/breakthrough-idea-for-ccu-technology-commercialization-from-carbon-cycle-of-the-earth/?sc=rsin Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:11 EST The research team led by Dr. Hyung-Suk Oh and Dr. Woong Hee Lee at the Clean Energy Research Center at Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) has developed a silver-silica composite catalyst capable of reversible local pH control through a silica-hydroxide cycle, inspired by Earth's natural cycles. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/etri-demonstration-of-8-photon-qubit-chip-for-quantum-computation/?sc=rsin /articles/etri-demonstration-of-8-photon-qubit-chip-for-quantum-computation/?sc=rsin Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:00:43 EST Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced that they have developed a system capable of controlling eight photons using a photonic integrated-circuit chip. With this system, they can explore various quantum phenomena, such as multipartite entanglement resulting from the interaction of the photons. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/krict-sets-new-world-record-for-large-area-perovskite-solar-cells-accelerating-commercialization/?sc=rsin /articles/krict-sets-new-world-record-for-large-area-perovskite-solar-cells-accelerating-commercialization/?sc=rsin Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:52 EST KRICT sets a new world record for large-area perovskite solar module efficiency and accelerates commercialization National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/developing-advanced-recycling-technology-to-restore-spent-battery-cathode-materials/?sc=rsin /articles/developing-advanced-recycling-technology-to-restore-spent-battery-cathode-materials/?sc=rsin Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:00:56 EST The Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) has developed a cost-effective and eco-friendly recycling process that addresses the limitations of traditional direct recycling methods for spent batteries. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/etri-developing-core-technologies-to-secure-a-leading-position-in-6g-communication/?sc=rsin /articles/etri-developing-core-technologies-to-secure-a-leading-position-in-6g-communication/?sc=rsin Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:00:46 EST Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced that they will develop new key technologies for wireless access and wireless backhauling to realize large-capacity and ultra-precision services in ultra-high frequency bands. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/kriss-partners-with-domestic-university-hospitals-to-develop-disease-diagnosis-and-treatment-technology-alleviating-patient-burden/?sc=rsin /articles/kriss-partners-with-domestic-university-hospitals-to-develop-disease-diagnosis-and-treatment-technology-alleviating-patient-burden/?sc=rsin Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:34 EST The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) announced that they have developed an advanced disease diagnosis and treatment system based on nanomaterials. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/high-performance-inkjet-print-head-enhances-bioprinting-productivity/?sc=rsin /articles/high-performance-inkjet-print-head-enhances-bioprinting-productivity/?sc=rsin Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:57 EST The Bionics Research Center team, led by Dr. Byung Chul Lee at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), has developed a bio-ink inkjet print head using the piezoelectric material PMN-PZT. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/fabrication-of-4-inch-wafer-scale-heterostructure-via-pecvd-drives-ai-semiconductor-performance-innovation/?sc=rsin /articles/fabrication-of-4-inch-wafer-scale-heterostructure-via-pecvd-drives-ai-semiconductor-performance-innovation/?sc=rsin Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:05 EST The research team led by Senior Researcher Hyeong-U Kim of the Semiconductor Manufacturing Research Center of the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) has achieved the world's first successful fabrication of a 4-inch heterostructures semiconductor with using plasma technology. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/kriss-paves-the-way-for-room-temperature-2d-topological-spin-structure-technology/?sc=rsin /articles/kriss-paves-the-way-for-room-temperature-2d-topological-spin-structure-technology/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:00:15 EST The Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) has, for the first time in the world, generated and controlled skyrmions at room temperature in a two-dimensional (2D) materials. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/etri-protects-public-safety-from-illegal-drones/?sc=rsin /articles/etri-protects-public-safety-from-illegal-drones/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:00:09 EST Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced that they have developed technology to detect and track illegal drones using an EO/IR (Electro-Optics/Infrared) linked radar system. The institute has successfully commercialized the technology by transferring it to Samjung Solution Co., Ltd., and it is now close to being deployed in the field. National Research Council of Science and Technology /articles/discovery-of-rapid-covid-19-replication-mechanism-and-expanded-treatment-options/?sc=rsin /articles/discovery-of-rapid-covid-19-replication-mechanism-and-expanded-treatment-options/?sc=rsin Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:10 EST Dr. Seong-Jun Kim's team from the Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) recently reported in a research paper that the rapid proliferation of COVID-19 is due to altered roles of mitochondria (responsible for energy production in human cells) and EGFR (responsible for growth signal transmission in cells). National Research Council of Science and Technology