KAIST and LG Energy Solution develop EV battery capable of charging in 12 minutes and driving 800km

SEOUL, September 04 (AJP) - A joint team of researchers in South Korea has developed a powerful new battery that can charge in just 12 minutes and allow electric vehicles to drive up to 800 kilometers on a single charge. This new battery's performance also lasts for over 300,000 kilometers and could help solve some of the biggest problems in the EV industry. The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) said on Thursday that a research team led by Professor K

September 4, 2025

[K-Tech] UNIST develops AI system to spot microscopic assembly defects in seconds

SEOUL, September 02 (AJP) - The Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology said Tuesday it had developed an artificial intelligence-based inspection system that can detect microscopic assembly defects in less than three seconds, a breakthrough that could speed up manufacturing and cut costs across multiple industries. The system, designed by a team led by Professor Jung Im-doo of the university’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, uses a “smart jig” &m

September 2, 2025

KAIST uncovers hidden mechanism in next-generation memory technology

SEOUL, September 02 (AJP) - Researchers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have successfully visualized, for the first time, how tiny particles inside memory devices move and interact when data is written and erased. The discovery could help make future memory chips faster, smaller, and more reliable — a major breakthrough for next-generation computing and artificial intelligence. On September 2, 2025, KAIST announced that two research teams, l

September 2, 2025

KAIST develops AI that restores clear video through fog and distortion

SEOUL, September 01 (AJP) - The Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) has developed an artificial intelligence system capable of restoring sharp images from video footage that is blurred or distorted by fog, frosted glass, or other scattering effects. The research was carried out by Professor Jang Moo-seok of KAIST's Department of Bio and Brain Engineering and Professor Ye Jong-chul of the Kim Jaechul Graduate School of AI. Their team created what they d

September 1, 2025

KAIST and Princeton University launch Net-Zero Korea project

SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - South Korea's prestigious research institute, the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST), and Princeton University have launched a joint initiative called Net-Zero Korea, aimed at helping South Korea accelerate its transition to carbon neutrality. The project was announced on August 27 at the World Climate Industry Expo in Busan. It will be led by Professor Jeon Hae-won at KAIST's Graduate School of Green Growth and Sustaina

August 27, 2025

[K-Tech] Shining light on brain cuts urge to drink, Korean researchers report

SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - South Korean researchers say they have found that shining near-infrared light on the brain can significantly ease alcohol cravings and dependency, opening a potential new path for addiction treatment. The Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) said Wednesday that, in a clinical study, patients who received the therapy showed measurable reductions in both their urge to drink and overall dependency levels. The research, conducted jointly

August 27, 2025

KAIST creates AI capable of detecting defects in smart factories with frequent machine replacements

SEOUL, August 26 (AJP) - Researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) have developed an artificial intelligence system that can keep detecting defective products in smart factories even when machines are replaced or production conditions change. The breakthrough solves a long-standing weakness in factory AI systems, which often fail when equipment or operating environments are altered. The research team, led by Professor Lee Jae-gil of KAIST

August 26, 2025

[K-Tech] Samsung-Johns Hopkins team honored for breakthrough in cooling technology

SEOUL, August 25 (AJP) - Samsung Electronics said Sunday that a joint project with Johns Hopkins University’s Applied Physics Laboratory has been recognized among the world’s top 100 innovations at this year’s R&D 100 Awards, an annual competition that highlights advances in science and engineering. The joint research centers on “next-generation Peltier cooling technology,” a method that uses electricity rather than chemical refrigerants to regula

August 25, 2025

[K-Tech] LG CNS unveils enterprise AI platform, aiming to redefine workplace

SEOUL, August 25 (AJP) - LG CNS on Monday introduced what it described as South Korea’s first full-scale platform for “agentic AI,” a new class of artificial intelligence designed to make decisions and carry out tasks without human oversight. At a press conference at LG Science Park in Seoul, the IT services arm of LG Group announced two flagship offerings: AgenticWorks, a modular platform for building enterprise-grade agentic AI services, and a:xink, a workplace p

August 25, 2025

South Korea turns to drone technology to guard against fires, bird strikes

SEOUL, August 20 (AJP) - South Korea has selected two consortiums to develop specialized drones for firefighting and airport bird control, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said Wednesday. This came as the country moves to strengthen disaster-response capabilities following a series of deadly incidents. The ministry said it reviewed 22 proposals from 119 companies before awarding the projects. One consortium will focus on building heavy-duty drones to fight wildf

August 20, 2025