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Researchers develop mouthpiece-type LED oral cleaning device capable of alleviating gum inflammation
SEOUL -- Researchers developed a mouthguard-like light-emitting diode-based oral care device to provide personalized care services depending on the oral structure. The smart care device is capable of controlling the amount of light required to remove harmful bacteria in the mouth and reduce the inflammation of gums caused by bacterial infection. It is difficult to completely remove germs just by using a toothbrush. Excessive toothbrushing can also generate side effects such as gum
November 2, 2022 -
Hanwha Systems clinches contract to provide thermal optic aiming devices for K15 light machine guns
SEOUL -- Hanwha Systems, a key defense contractor affiliated with South Korea's Hanwha Group, has clinched an arms contract worth about 160 billion won ($113 million) to provide thermal optic aiming devices for K15 light machine guns. It is equipped with telescope sight so that users can quickly aim and shoot day and night. Under a contract with the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA), a state arms procurement body controlled by the defense ministry, Hanwha Systems
November 2, 2022 -
Naver Cloud builds real-time subway train monitoring platform in southern port city
SEOUL -- Naver Cloud, a cloud computing service wing of South Korea's top web portal operator, commercialized a smart inspection platform for subway trains in the southern port city of Busan. The platform collects operation data and stores it in a cloud environment to predict possible malfunctions and take proper action. The condition-based maintenance (CBM) platform for the real-time monitoring of trains' operation data can communicate with drivers and make quick decisions
November 2, 2022 -
Two Koreas locked in unprecedented exchange of intimidating missile shots
SEOUL -- An unprecedented exchange of intimidating missile shots into imaginary targets near territorial waters ratcheted up cross-border tensions on the Korean peninsula, with both sides flexing their muscle with pledges of strong retaliatory action that could lead to a limited conflict at any time like North Korea's artillery attack on South Korea's front-line island in 2020. South Korean fighter jets fired three air-to-surface missiles into high seas north of the eastern
November 2, 2022 -
HK inno.N signs CMO contract to produce clinical trial drugs for stem cell-derived organoid treatments
SEOUL -- HK inno.N, a bio-health company in South Korea, will carry out the consignment production of clinical trial drugs for stem cell-derived organoid treatments under development by Cell in Cells, a domestic bio company which has a pipeline of stem cell-derived regenerative organoid treatments for various diseases. An organoid is a miniaturized and simplified version of an organ produced in vitro in three dimensions that shows realistic micro-anatomy. Organoids are derived from
November 2, 2022 -
Researchers find key electrochemical mechanism of carbon-based catalysts
SEOUL -- Researchers have discovered the key electrochemical mechanism of carbon-based catalyst reactions, paving the way for the development of next-generation catalysts with enhanced performance and lifespan. Currently, the most popular material for catalysts is platinum. Through electrochemical oxygen reduction reactions, catalysts used in hydrogen production, secondary batteries, and fuel cells can reduce oxygen in water or hydrogen peroxide. Platinum catalysts are very expen
November 2, 2022 -
Development of unmanned infantry search vehicle begins for mass production
SEOUL -- South Korea's state defense technology development agency embarked on a military project to complete the development of an unmanned search vehicle for mass production and deployment in mechanized infantry divisions and armored brigades to perform various front-line missions such as search, reconnaissance and vigilance. The project that requires 28.4 billion won ($91 million) by September 2026 is aimed at developing core infantry equipment for the future battlefield,
November 2, 2022 -
Busan to distribute automated external defibrillators to convenience stores to build safety network
SEOUL -- Automated external defibrillators, life-saving electronic devices that deliver an electric shock to people in cardiac arrest to restore their heart rhythm, will be distributed to GS25 convenience stores in South Korea's southern port city of Busan in a plan to build a safety network. First aid classes such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation will be also provided to educate workers at GS25. Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) automatically check the patient's con
November 2, 2022 -
Lotte Shopping introduces Ocado's integrated online business solution
SEOUL -- Lotte Shopping, a retail company affiliated with Lotte Group, partnered with Ocado, a British dedicated online grocery retailer, to strengthen its competitive edge in South Korea's online grocery market with an integrated solution that would be used to improve the inconvenience of consumers in online shopping such as product deterioration and misdelivery and establish a customized online shopping environment. Ocado's smart platform is an "end-to-end" sol
November 2, 2022 -
Government agency develops nickel-free plating procedure to reduce skin disorders caused by jewelry
SEOUL -- A government agency that leads national standards and technical evaluation in South Korea developed a plating technique that uses alternative chemical elements to replace nickel, a heavy metal used to improve the gloss and corrosion resistance of metal accessories. The amount of nickel used in the plating process was regulated as it causes various skin problems such as contact dermatitis, allergies and edema. The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) said the n
November 1, 2022
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Korea's Ramyeon exports hit record high in first quarter
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Yoon, opposition leader sit down for talks for first time
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Price of Korean seaweed skyrockets amid growing demand overseas
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Dongwon F&B, Konkuk University join hands to develop safe pet food
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Korea sees 22% surge in moonlighting workers during 1st quarter
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Korea Western Power secures electricity supply deal in UAE
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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