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Jeonbuk National University rises in QS World University Rankings 2027

Jeonbuk National University strengthened its global standing with significant improvements across major indicators in the QS World University Rankings 2027, the university said Thursday. The university ranked 23rd in Korea and third among the country’s national flagship universities, while its global ranking rose by 27 places from the previous year to 677th worldwide. It showed growth across research, education and internationalization, with scores improving in six of the nine evaluation indicators. The QS World University Rankings is a globally recognized university evaluation system that assesses institutions across nine indicators in five key areas: research quality, employability, learning environment, internationalization and sustainability. It is widely regarded as one of the key benchmarks for measuring a university’s global competitiveness. In the QS evaluation, Jeonbuk National University was found to have further strengthened the quality and global impact of its research performance, with an increase in the citations per faculty indicator, which reflects research competitiv

Jun 19, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Jeonbuk National University rises in QS World University Rankings 2027

Sungkyunkwan University researchers develop technology for brain-like balanced learning

A Sungkyunkwan University research team has developed a technology that can strengthen or weaken the memory of an artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductor device simply by changing the color of light. The university said Thursday that the team has devised a next-generation synapse for artificial neural networks by utilizing the “disorder” and “defect” characteristics — long regarded as inherent challenges of semiconductor materials — as a means of maintaining memory homeostasis. It added that the technology mimics the human brain by allowing important information to be retained for a long time, while weakening access to unnecessary information. The team, led by professors Jo Sae-byeok and Yang Woo-seok at the university’s School of Chemical Engineering, said the technology is expected to be applied to next-generation artificial intelligence chips to consume less power, as well as “see-and-remember” artificial eyes. The findings were published May 18 in the international science journal Nature Communications under the title, “Disorder-mediated Non-equilibrium Photocu

Jun 19, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Sungkyunkwan University researchers develop technology for brain-like balanced learning

Trainees from overseas visit redevelopment site for field study hosted by University of Seoul

Trainees from 11 countries visited a housing redevelopment project site near Hansung University Station in Seoul on June 5, as part of a field study organized by the International School of Urban Sciences at the University of Seoul. The university said Wednesday that the site visit was conducted under the Master’s Program in Urban Development Smart Infrastructure Policy (MUDSIP). MUDSIP is a long-term invited master’s degree training program supported by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and the International Contractors Association of Korea. The on-site program was organized for the eighth cohort of MUDSIP trainees, who are expected to lead urban and infrastructure development in their respective countries. The university said the trainees had the opportunity to observe firsthand Korea’s innovative urban regeneration and housing redevelopment models, which have helped address housing challenges caused by rapid urbanization. They also exchanged views with field professionals on the implementation processes and technical aspects of urban renewal and redevelopment pro

Jun 18, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Trainees from overseas visit redevelopment site for field study hosted by University of Seoul

KHNP selects candidate sites for new nuclear reactors

The state-run Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) said Wednesday it has picked candidate sites to host two new nuclear reactors to be built by 2038. Yeongdeok, North Gyeongsang Province, was selected as the candidate site for two nuclear reactors with a total of 2.8GW capacity, and Busan's northeastern Gijang County, was picked as the site to host a 0.7GW-generating small nuclear modular reactor (SMR). The move came as the government confirmed plans to build two large-scale nuclear reactors between 2037 and 2038. Reversing an earlier stance opposing the construction of new nuclear power plants, the government decided earlier this year to stick to the country's plan to build additional nuclear reactors, citing growing power demand driven by the growth of the artificial intelligence (AI) sector and the need to increase the use of clean energy. The two candidate cities have shown interest in hosting the new nuclear reactors, according to the nuclear power operator.

Jun 17, 2026By Yonhap
KHNP selects candidate sites for new nuclear reactors

Kookmin University to run master’s program jointly with International University Sports Federation

Kookmin University has signed an agreement with the International University Sports Federation (FISU) to jointly develop and operate a new master’s degree program in sports education, the school said Tuesday. The agreement was signed by Kookmin University President Jeong Seung-ryul and FISU Secretary General and CEO Matthias Remund at the university campus in northern Seoul on Monday. Kookmin University Foundation Chairman Kim Ji-yong and FISU Master Director Delise O’Meally also attended the signing ceremony. “This agreement marks a meaningful starting point that will expand the connection between international university sports and higher education, extending beyond a conventional institutional partnership,” Jeong said. “We expect the combination of Kookmin University’s educational capabilities and FISU’s global platform to create synergy in nurturing future leaders in the sports field.” After the ceremony, officials of the university’s College of Physical Education and the FISU held a working-level meeting to discuss how to launch and run the FISU master’s program. T

Jun 17, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Kookmin University to run master’s program jointly with International University Sports Federation

University of Seoul holds youth flag football championship

The University of Seoul and the Korea American Football Association (KAFA) co-hosted a flag football championship for youth and children at the university’s campus in northeastern Seoul, June 6. The university said the 2026 University of Seoul President’s Cup Youth and Children Flag Football Championship was organized to promote the development and popularization of flag football. “American football and flag football are sports that emphasize teamwork and collaboration,” said Won Yong-kul, president of the university. “I hope this championship will provide all participating young athletes with cherished memories and serve as an opportunity for them to take another step forward in their growth.” “With flag football having been adopted as an official sport for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, we expect significant growth potential for the sport in Korea as well. KAFA has set a goal of developing 1,000 flag football teams nationwide,” said KAFA Managing Director Hong Dong-hyuck. He added, “We ask the University of Seoul to continue supporting the establishment and expansion

Jun 17, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
University of Seoul holds youth flag football championship

Sejong University wins A+ rating in Seoul RISE Project evaluation

Sejong University has received an A+ rating, an excellent grade, in the first-year evaluation of the Seoul Regional Innovation System and Education (RISE) Project. The university said Tuesday that its RISE Project was highly recognized in the evaluation for its strong alignment between the Seoul RISE Project’s strategy and the school’s own implementation strategy. In addition, the university scored high marks for exceeding most of its performance goals compared with the targets through systematic performance management. The evaluation was the first official performance assessment conducted for 28 universities participating in the Seoul RISE Project. It was aimed at comprehensively reviewing the achievement of performance goals and the implementation processes of each university, while improving participants’ project management system and fostering collaborative outcomes between municipal authorities and universities. The Seoul RISE Project is a Seoul Metropolitan Government-supported program aimed at strengthening cooperation among universities, industries and communities. It seeks

Jun 17, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Sejong University wins A+ rating in Seoul RISE Project evaluation

Sungkyunkwan University research team designs crystal for artificial neuronal cell mimicking

A Sungkyunkwan University research team has developed an optoelectronic synaptic device that mimics the functions of human neurons and synapses at the device level, the university said Tuesday. The team led by Kim Tae-sung, professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering, has designed a van der Waals (vdW) crystal through a single-step sulfurization process using mixed plasma. The developed device operates under optical stimuli, offering a structural solution to configure semiconductor materials for brain-inspired computing. A van der Waals crystal is a type of layered material in which atoms or molecules are held together mainly by van der Waals forces rather than strong chemical bonds such as ionic, covalent or metallic bonds. The team’s research findings were published online in the international journal Advanced Materials on June 3, under the title, “Designable van der Waals Crystal for Artificial Neuronal Cell Mimicking.” Professor Kim is the corresponding author of the study. Co-first authors include Lee Jin-hyoung, Kim Gun-hyoung, Lee Dong-ho, Son Seo-woo and Seok Hyun-ho.

Jun 16, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
Sungkyunkwan University research team designs crystal for artificial neuronal cell mimicking

University of Seoul, Hanyang University researchers develop wearable electrical stimulation suit

A research team at the University of Seoul has developed a textile-based electrical stimulation suit capable of delivering both full-body tactile stimulation and therapeutic functions in collaboration with Hanyang University researchers. The findings were published in April in the international scientific journal Nature Communications under the title, “A lightweight durable full-body electrical stimulation suit for haptic feedback and therapeutic applications.” The University of Seoul said the study has been highly recognized as a next-generation neural interface technology that integrates electrophysiological stimulation-based tactile interfaces with therapeutic functions. The university’s team was led by Kim Sun-hong, professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering, and Park Dong-wook, professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The Hanyang University team was led by Jung Yei-hwan, professor at the Department of Electronic Engineering. The developed suit is a wearable system designed to deliver electrical stimulation throughout the human body, enabling who

Jun 16, 2026By Park Yoon-bae
University of Seoul, Hanyang University researchers develop wearable electrical stimulation suit

From wild grasses to traditional crafts, Korean gardens trace deep roots of K-culture

The letter “K” seems to be used everywhere these days for nearly anything Korean. Yet long before the Latin alphabet reached the Korean Peninsula, there were mountains and flowers and people who lived alongside them. That is why gardening, bringing together traditional culture and Korea’s natural landscape, is emerging as a new language of Koreanness. The theme for this year's competitions, held as part of the Seoul International Garden Show, was “The Wave of Seoul.” The show, which opened May 1 and runs through Oct. 17, challenged participants to capture Seoul’s identity and cultural appeal through the language of gardens. Winners were selected in three categories: international, student and citizen. Although they each presented interpretations of their own, all the participants agreed that their inspiration came from Korea’s landscapes and traditional culture. Putting overlooked wild grasses center stage Gardening is increasingly becoming less confined to landscape specialists and more accessible as a hobby for ordinary citizens. The winners of the citizen category, Cho Ki

Jun 16, 2026By Hankookilbo
From wild grasses to traditional crafts, Korean gardens trace deep roots of K-culture
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