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DGIST Signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Statistics Korea to Develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) Experts - Plan to expand collaboration by developing AI courses for public servants and reinforcing statistical analysis skills- Expected to contribute to national AI and data-driven policiesThe Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of SciencePresident Kunwoo Lee) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Statistics Korea (Commissioner Hyungil Lee) on April 21 (Monday) at the International Conference Room of the Statistics Center at Statistics Korea in Daejeon, to foster the development of artificial intelligence (AI) experts.Through this MOU, DGIST and Statistics Korea will fully devote themselves to a wide range of collaboration projects, including developing and operating courses to train experts in AI and statistics; strengthening statisticians skills to use AI and big data; and conducting joint research and seminars to promote the use of AI and data.More specifically, the Supercomputing AI Education and Research Center at DGIST and the Statistics Human Resources Development Institute at Statistics Korea will work closely together to jointly develop advanced statistical analysis courses using AI and big data and establish an advanced data analysis system to support the development of national statistics. This MOU is expected to contribute to improving the quality of AI training at the national level, in line with Statistics Koreas policies aimed at strengthening AI-related skills among statisticians and data experts.This MOU will serve as an opportunity to expand technical training collaboration by developing AI courses tailored for public servants and strengthening national statistical analysis skills in the new era where advanced AI technologies are becoming increasingly common, said President Kunwoo Lee of DGIST. He further added, DGIST will establish a solid foundation for training talented individuals in the public sector who are equipped with scientific and statistical skills.Through this collaboration with DGIST, we will be able to strengthen the AI-based statistical production system at Statistics Korea and provide advanced support for data-driven operations in government affairs, said Commissioner Hyungil Lee of Statistics Korea. This MOU is also expected to contribute to the development of AI experts across the public sector, he added.Meanwhile, DGIST and Statistics Korea view this MOU as an opportunity to jointly support the planning and implementation of government policies aimed at strengthening AI skills among public servants while continuing to expand their collaborative relationship from a long-term perspective.

DGIST Convergence Talent Academy Signs MOU with Local Autonomous Public High Schools - Joint educational cooperation with Dasa High School, Posan High School, and Hwawon High School to foster scientific talent- Establishing a foundation for nurturing future scientific talent through educational collaboration between DGIST and the high schoolsThe Convergence Talent Academy at DGIST (President Kunwoo Lee) has signed an MOU with Dasa High School, Posan High School, and Hwawon High School, autonomous public high schools located in Dalseong-gun, Daegu. Under this partnership, the institutions will work together to nurture local scientific talent and cultivate convergence talent for the future.This agreement was established to support local high school students in developing scientific thinking and creativity by leveraging DGISTs advanced educational and research infrastructure, ultimately helping them grow into convergence talent. DGIST and the partner high schools plan to build a sustainable model of educational collaboration through an ongoing partnership.Key areas of collaboration include conducting joint research projects to support the operation of Autonomous Public High Schools 2.0 and foster talent, running scientific research mentoring programs, offering educational programs and special lectures for scientific organizations, and providing instructor support for various educational activities.Building on this agreement, DGIST plans to launch a joint high school education program for local students, offering opportunities for them to deepen their understanding of cutting-edge research and gain hands-on experience through research-based education. The program is scheduled to officially begin in the second half of this year.Chang-won Seok, Director of the Convergence Talent Academy at DGIST, stated, We will actively support students in gaining hands-on experience in scientific exploration through close collaboration with local high schools. We will also fully leverage DGISTs educational capabilities to foster creative and convergence-driven local talent.Meanwhile, DGIST is contributing to the development of future science and technology talent by expanding science education in collaboration with the local community. The institution is also strengthening its role as a regional hub for fostering convergence talent through continuous educational partnerships and program development.

DGIST Enhances Cooperation with Central Asia, Designing a Future Global Campus! - Expanding educational and research collaboration with Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan- Synergy expected through hosting WEEFs ongoing initiatives, such as the establishment of the Graduate School of Technology Management.In Uzbekistan, DGIST visited several institutions in the capital city of Tashkent, including New Uzbekistan University, Pharmaceutical Technical University (PTU), and Tashkent International University. At New Uzbekistan University, DGIST agreed to dispatch IT-focused volunteer groups and conducted an on-site inspection to assess the local educational environment and infrastructure for program implementation. At PTU, the two institutions expanded upon existing agreements by specifying student exchange programs and an intensive summer education course (summer camp). At Tashkent International University, they explored the possibility of joint educational and research programs, with an official agreement anticipated during the universitys reciprocal visit to DGIST this May.In Kazakhstan, DGIST established collaborations with Kazakhstan-British Technical University (KBTU) and KIMEP University. With KBTU, DGIST plans to initiate full-scale educational cooperation focused on student exchange programs in engineering and IT, as well as to share technical education models and promote joint research.The partnership with KIMEP University is particularly noteworthy. Renowned for its excellence in business education in Central Asia, KIMEP University has emerged as a key partner for DGISTs initiative to establish the Graduate School of Technology Management. The two institutions discussed not only student exchange programs but also joint research between faculty and researchers, along with the operation of interdisciplinary programs focused on business educationexpanding the scope of their collaboration. Through the Graduate School of Technology Management, DGIST aims to cultivate masters and doctoral-level professionals in technology management by integrating engineering and business. The collaboration with KIMEP is expected to serve as a foundation for generating tangible educational outcomes.DGIST also held discussions with the Education Center of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Almaty to seek strategic advice on attracting outstanding students from Kazakhstan and to exchange ideas on tailored support measures for international students from Central Asia. They reviewed specific strategies such as those related to enhancing scholarship programs, providing career support aligned with students majors, and strengthening Korean language and cultural adaptation initiatives.During this trip, DGIST also extended invitations to all partner universities to participate in the upcoming World Engineering Education ForumPresident Kun-woo Lee stated, DGIST is actively expanding strategic partnerships with leading universities in emerging countries, based on the recognition that future competitiveness cannot be secured without global collaboration. We will continue to strengthen the foundation for global education and research collaboration and spare no effort in evolving into a global hub for nurturing world-class innovative talent.

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Research DGIST was launched as a national research institute in 2004 as a member of the
Ministry of Science and ICT, With the opening of master's and doctorate courses in 2011
and the opening of academic courses in 2014, education and research functions are It is
the only educational and research institution in Korea that coexists.