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Virtual university entrance ceremony garners attention from aespa fans
SEOUL -- A video showing a virtual entrance ceremony at a South Korean university that was held in collaboration with K-pop girl band aespa is gaining popularity on YouTube, exceeding 10 million views. Many overseas fans complimented the group's special performance in the video where various facilities including the school's gate and street were actualized in a metaverse world. Soonchunhyang University, based in Asan some 85 kilometers (52 miles) south of Seoul, broke
September 15, 2022 -
Researchers discover new enzymes to produce formic acid from carbon dioxide
SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have discovered a new enzyme that can produce formic acid, a hydrogen storage substance, from carbon dioxide. They described the new method as the core of high-value-added material production through the recycling of carbon dioxide into resources. Formic acid is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most notably in some ants. Industrially, formic acid is produced from methanol. A major use of formic acid is as a pre
September 15, 2022 -
Krafton's virtual human ANA releases first digital single 'Shine Bright'
SEOUL -- ANA, a virtual human created by South Korea's game developer Krafton, debuted as a singer through her digital single SHINE BRIGHT. The full-English song released in collaboration with American music producer Cha Cha Malone showcases the virtual artist's natural joint movements and human-like voice. "ANA's unique voice contains the message she wants to convey to the world. We ask for your support for her further activities as a singer," an unname
September 15, 2022 -
Seoul Semiconductor applies UV-C LED sterilization to Hyundai's G90 sedan
SEOUL -- Seoul Semiconductor, a developer of light-emitting diodes in South Korea, has applied its ultraviolet-C (UV-C) LED sterilization technology to Hyundai Motor's new Genesis luxury flagship sedan G90. UV-C, also called Deep UV, emits ultraviolet light with short wavelengths. UV-C radiation is a known disinfectant for air, water and surfaces that can help mitigate the risk of acquiring an infection. GV90's backseat armrest storage box was installed with a UV-C LED ster
September 15, 2022 -
Iljin Materials develops new Elecfoil copper foil with high tensile strength and elongation
SEOUL -- Iljin Materials, the producer of core materials for lithium batteries in South Korea, has developed a new copper foil with characteristics of high tensile strength and elongation that can dramatically improve the mileage, power, and stability of electric vehicles. The company has expanded its warranty period from five months to one year by upgrading its technology to prevent oxidation. Iljin said the tensile strength of its ISS-T9 ISS-T9 Elecfoil, a thin copper foil used as
September 15, 2022 -
CJ Freshway's plant-based burger to be offered as school meals
SEOUL --The food material distribution wing of South Korean conglomerate CJ Group released a plant-based burger that will be offered as a school meal. At schools in Seoul, vegetarian meals have been given twice a month since April 2021 as education offices try to popularize vegetarianism so students can get used to a vegetarian diet from a young age. The number of vegans has steadily increased in South Korea thanks to the increased awareness of health and well-being. Data released
September 15, 2022 -
Hanwha Q Cells and Samsung Electronics propose integrated energy solution to reduce heating costs in Europe
SEOUL -- Hanwha Q Cells, the solar cell-making wing of South Korea's Hanwha Group, will combine its solar power supply system and an eco-friendly heating system developed by Samsung Electronics to provide an efficient energy solution that can reduce heating costs in Europe, which is suffering from energy shortages due to the suspension of Russian gas supply. Hanwha Q Cells said that the solution supplies solar power to heat pumps using an energy management smartphone app. Thro
September 15, 2022 -
Dong-A ST signs license-out and equity investment contract with U.S. biotech company NeuroBo
SEOUL -- NeuroBo Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage biotech company in the United States, will become an overseas base for the development and sales of new drugs from Dong-A ST, a pharmaceutical company in South Korea, under a global license-out and equity investment contract. The goal is to become NeuroBo's largest shareholder if it succeeds in raising funds. NeuroBo will be given the global exclusive development rights of DA-1241, a new drug candidate for the treatment of typ
September 15, 2022 -
SK Telecom and Ericsson complete performance verification of AI-based link adaptation technology
SEOUL -- In wireless communications, link adaptation denotes the matching of modulation, coding and other signal and protocol parameters to radio link conditions. SK Telecom, a leading mobile carrier in South Korea, and Ericsson, a Swedish networking and telecom company, have completed the performance verification of artificial intelligence-based link adaptation technology applied to base stations. This is the first case of applying an AI solution to base station equipment, SK Telec
September 15, 2022 -
Research center succeeds in vertical cultivation method for watermelons
SEOUL -- A state-run agricultural research center in South Korea has vertically cultivated watermelon, a prostrate vegetable that grows horizontally allowing vines to crawl on the ground, using supports and ropes to raise vines upward. Vertical growing allows farmers to effectively prevent pests as it is advantageous for ventilation and lighting between watermelon leaves. The Chungcheongbuk-do Agricultural Research and Extension Service (CBARES) has tested its vertical watermelon c
September 14, 2022
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Seoul unveils new slogan for iconic landmark 'Dongdaemun Design Plaza'
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VIDEO: Dongdaemun Design Plaza celebrates 10th anniversary
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Korean e-commerce firms vying to lure customers quitting Coupang over fee hike
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N. Korean leader inspects test-firing of new multiple rocket launcher shell
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Korean football team fails to qualify for Olympics for first time in 40 years
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Seoul aims to revitalize Han River into leisure, tourism hub
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Education startup Mathpresso makes TIME's top edutech company list
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Vietnamese schools adopt AI-based Korean learning platform
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VISUALS: Premier electric vehicle fair underway in Seoul
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HYBE takes legal action against NewJeans agency CEO amid management control feud