KISTI Establishes Strategic Partnerships with Kuwaiti Institutions in AI and Data Science
이정훈 2024-02-07 View. 7,172KISTI Establishes Strategic Partnerships with Kuwaiti Institutions in AI and Data Science
- Laying a foundation for strategic cooperation in the Middle East based on MOUs with KFAS and KCST -
The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced that it signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) and the Kuwait College of Science and Technology (KCST) on January 5 (local time) in Kuwait.
Established in 1976, KFAS is a nonprofit organization directly overseen by the Emir of Kuwait, dedicated to advancing national scientific and technological innovation. KFAS has been fostering science education and talent development initiatives. Its relationship with KISTI began in 2022 with a data education program for Kuwaiti high school students. The partnership is now set to expand, with expectations of driving digital innovation in data utilization for solving challenges in fields such as energy and the environment, as well as enhancing the big data capabilities of Kuwaiti talent.
The MOU signing ceremony with KFAS, held in the presence of Korean Ambassador to Kuwait, includes key initiatives such as ▲ collaborative research and development projects between KISTI and Kuwaiti research institutions, ▲ development and operation of short- and long-term training programs to enhance digital capacities in data, supercomputing, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, ▲ education and training programs in data science to foster future talent and develop STEM-related educational content.
KCST, the second MOU partner, is a private university established in 2008 by an Emir decree. The university offers undergraduate programs in advanced technology fields such as electronics and communications engineering and computer science and aims to establish itself as a leading science and technology institution in the Middle East. Under the agreement, KISTI and KCST will ▲ develop collaborative research projects in national science and technology policies and R&D performance evaluation, ▲ exchange experts for collaborative ICT projects and research, and ▲ facilitate scientific information sharing and collaboration through symposia, conferences, and seminars.
KFAS Director General Dr. Ameenah Rajab Farhan emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating, “Through this agreement, we aim to explore R&D collaborations in artificial intelligence and data science, extending beyond digital capacity building to contribute to the dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge.”
KCST President Dr. Khalid Al-Begain highlighted, “We look forward to developing joint R&D initiatives and fostering the exchange of expertise and infrastructure between the two institutions.”
Korean Ambassador to Kuwait, Chung Byung-Ha, remarked, “Since establishing diplomatic ties in 1979, South Korea and Kuwait have closely collaborated in energy and infrastructure. This partnership between KISTI and key Kuwaiti institutions opens doors for broader cooperation across various fields. The Embassy will continue to provide strong support for sustainable collaborations in science, technology, and education.”
KISTI President Kim Jae-soo added, “This agreement with two prominent Kuwaiti institutions will strengthen cooperation in scientific R&D and education. We plan to leverage KISTI’s expertise in supercomputing, scientific data, and AI platforms to enhance exchanges with Middle Eastern research organizations.”
During its visit to Kuwait, KISTI also engaged with other leading institutions, including the National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI), Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR), Zain Telecommunications Company (Zain), Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST), and Kuwait University (KU). KISTI plans to pursue joint research with DDI on diabetes and other bioinformatics fields, while expanding collaborations in data science, artificial intelligence, and other areas.
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