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  S. Korea launches consortium to develop next-generation mRNA vaccine platform SEOUL -- South Korea launched a special government-sponsored consortium to develop a next-generation messenger RNA vaccine platform amid growing public disappointment over the delayed launch of homemade COVID-19 vaccines. The consortium aims to develop a new vaccine capable of preventing infections by coronavirus variants. The K-mRNA consortium, launched in a ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Health Welfare on June 29, involves three drug makers -- Hanmi Pharmaceu 2021-06-29
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  State institute develops earth system model for accurate climate change prediction SEOUL -- A state research institute has developed a unique earth system model that can accurately predict the situation of weather affected by climate changes and global warming. Special weather scenarios will be used to predict and understand upcoming weather conditions and climate changes that take place in the future. The earth system mode (ESM) is a complex, coupled computer code based on differential equations of fluid motion and thermodynamics to get time a 2021-06-29
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  LG Uplus applies automated logistics equipment in Busan port warehouse SEOUL -- LG Uplus, a mobile carrier in South Korea, will apply automated logistics equipment based on 5G and mobile edge computing technologies, along with a precise location information solution, as part of efforts to turn the in the southern port city of Busan into a smart port through digital transformation. LG Uplus (LGU+) will cooperate with Russell Robotics, an automated guided vehicle system supplier, to introduce unmanned self-driving forklifts and tr 2021-06-29
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  ​KT partners with university to research AI-based medical diagnosis assistant algorithms SEOUL -- KT, a leading telecom company in South Korea, has partnered with a domestic university to research artificial intelligence-based medical diagnosis assistant algorithms. The medical AI will analyze images and big data through deep learning and develop new diagnostic solutions. Algorithms are basically an instruction manual that contains a list of actions an AI should take in certain situations. AI in medical diagnostics has been widely researched. Based on 2021-06-29
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  SK Telecom forges partnership with U.S. contact center software company Genesys SEOUL -- Genesys, a leading contact center software provider based in California, teamed up with South Korea's top mobile carrier, SK Telecom, to unleash an artificial intelligence contact center solution. They would support the digital conversion of contact centers by companies based on their business-optimized subscription models. SK Telecom (SKT) said its AI technology and experience in operating a customer center would be combined with Genesys' 2021-06-29
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  S. Korea's military endorses development of Iron Dome air defense system SEOUL -- South Korea will push for a 13-year military project to develop the Korean version of Iron Dome, an air defense system designed to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and artillery shells fired by North Korea's long-range artillery deployed along the heavily armed border. The project is aimed at securing a dome-shaped air defense network by installing guided missile launchers at various locations through domestic research and development to prote 2021-06-28
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  Hanjin to demonstrate street view database service using cameras installed on delivery trucks SEOUL -- The transportation and logistics service wing of South Korea's Hanjin Group will kick-start a demonstration to build up the database of street images using cameras installed on delivery trucks. Filmed images will be processed for digital map and other information services including virtual reality and augmented reality. A street view service is provided by companies including Google and South Korean web service companies, Naver and Kakao. The conveni 2021-06-28
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  ToolGen seals technology transfer deal with Australian partner on gene therapy SEOUL -- ToolGen, a South Korean developer of genome editing technology, has a technology transfer deal with Cartherics Pty, a biotech startup in Australia, for the development of next-generation gene therapy using third-generation genetic scissors to cut out genetic information in cells. The Australian company aims to carry out first-stage clinical trials for ovarian cancer in the United States in 2022. Toolgen said it would receive a certain stake in Carther 2021-06-28
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  SK Telecom partners with veterinary college to develop AI-based auxiliary solution for visual diagnosis SEOUL -- SK Telecom joined hands with a veterinary college to develop an artificial intelligence-based auxiliary solution for visual diagnosis. AI reads X-rays to help veterinary surgeons quickly read and diagnose images. The mobile carrier will use its 5G technology and cloud platform so that veterinarians can receive video diagnosis results anytime, anywhere. The veterinary college of Chungnam National University will turn medical big data into non-identify 2021-06-28
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  S. Korea commissions second amphibious warfare ship with enhanced combat capabilities SEOUL -- South Korea commissioned a second amphibious warfare ship that can accommodate amphibious assault vehicles for landing by marine troops. The new ship's combat capabilities have been strengthened by installing new equipment that will contribute to acquiring know-how for the construction and operation of a light aircraft carrier. The 14,500-ton amphibious assault ship named "Marado" designed by Hanjin Heavy Industries is 199 meters and can s 2021-06-28
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  SK Chemicals partners with Huvis to produce polyester yarn using chemical recycling technology SEOUL -- Huvis, a manufacturer of chemicals and fiber materials in South Korea, teamed up with SK Chemicals to produce a high-quality polyester yarn using chemical recycling technology. The new product called "Ecoever CR" will be produced within the third quarter of 2021. Unlike physical recycling that uses post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials by grinding collected polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and other materials into little pieces, 2021-06-28
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  Genexine develops hybrid technology for COVID-19 vaccine SEOUL -- Genexine, a clinical-stage biotechnology company in South Korea, joined hands with a domestic partner to develop hybrid vaccine technology that complements the shortcomings of DNA and messenger RNA vaccines which are in use worldwide to curb the spread of COVID-19. The novel coronavirus is studded with proteins that it uses to enter human cells. Spike proteins make a tempting target for potential vaccines and treatments. DNA vaccines transfect a spec 2021-06-25
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  Researchers develop technique to produce biodiesel from black soldier fly larvae SEOUL -- Researchers have developed a technique to utilize high lipid content extracted from black soldier fly larvae as feedstock for biodiesel production. The renewable energy source can be used for operating vehicles, especially in the logistics sector. Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae are widely researched for their capability to consume food waste. A fly larva can consume food up to twice its normal weight per day. Black soldier flies also proli 2021-06-25
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  KT provides real-time traffic light information thru smartphone navigation app SEOUL -- South Korea's top telecom service operator KT has started providing real-time information on some 910 traffic lights on the southern resort island of Jeju through its smartphone navigation app. The new service will help drivers pick a safe and ideal route to their destinations. Jeju with a population of about 700,000 is a popular tourist spot. Ironically the island has the highest rate of motor accidents caused by tourists. According to government data 2021-06-25
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  LIG Nex1 opens assembly and inspection center for upper-tier missile defense system SEOUL -- LIG Nex1, a defense contractor involved in the development of radar and missile guidance systems, has opened a dedicated assembly and inspection center for an upper-tier missile defense system which is slated to be ready in 2024. South Korea has strived to develop an independent aerial and missile defense system, based mainly on Russian technology. The opening ceremony took place on June 23 in Gimcheon, about 170 kilometers (105 miles) southeast of 2021-06-25
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  Wattpad merges studio division with American subsidiary of Naver's web cartoon wing SEOUL -- Wattpad, a Canada-based website and app for writers to publish new user-generated stories, will merge its studio division with WEBTOON, the American subsidiary of Naver's web cartoon wing, to strengthens the parent company's global leadership in intellectual property, digital comics and web novels. Naver, a top web portal service operator and IT company in South Korea, took over Wattpad to strengthen and diversify its content service targettin 2021-06-24
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  State research body ETRI selected to lead development of 6G telecom technology SEOUL -- A state-funded research body in South Korea's wireless communication domain was selected to lead the development of core technologies for 6G telecommunication. The national project involves dozens of partners including research bodies and companies such as Samsung Electronics and three mobile carriers. in an effort to lead the next-generation telecommunications industry, South Korea is taking a practical first step to secure original technology and lea 2021-06-24
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  SM founder discloses strong desire to expand platforms to metaverse SEOUL -- SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo-man disclosed his strong desire to expand platforms to the metaverse, which is a collective virtual shared space, created by the convergence of virtually enhanced physical reality and physically persistent virtual space, saying culture would be combined with technology to present new content experiences. "Future producers need to be culture scientists, and we need a lot of culture scientists to produce the 2021-06-24
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  KT SAT partners with state broadcaster to commercialize real-time marine satellite TV service SEOUL -- The satellite TV and internet service wing of South Korea's top telecom company KT partnered with a state broadcaster to commercialize a marine satellite TV service for customers who use KT's satellite internet service. Vessel operators will be able to watch the real-time broadcasting of a TV channel without having to add an extra satellite dish. South Korea's satellite internet services use Koreasat 5, the country's first combined civil an 2021-06-24
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  Hyundai Mobis unveils 'clusterless' head-up display for future cars, electric vehicles SEOUL -- Hyundai Mobis, the parts-making wing of South Korea's Hyundai auto group, has developed a "clusterless" head-up display that improved safety and convenience by raising essential driving information to the driver's eye level. The display size of information is 15 inches, and the display can increase the utilization of internal space. The new device that presents data without sequiring users to look away from their usual viewpoin 2021-06-24