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282024. 11
No. 214 View. 2745
KISTI-Inria-KAIST Hold Joint Collaboration Seminar on AI and HPC
KISTI-Inria-KAIST Hold Joint Collaboration Seminar on AI and HPC - Following the signing of the MOU for collaboration in AI, HPC, and quantum computing, efforts to identify joint research topics intensify - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Lee Sik) announced that it co-hosted a seminar on AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC) on the 27th with the French National Institute for Research in Digital Science and Technology (Inria) and KAIST. The event took place at the Seoul AI Hub Education Center (Yangjae). Inria is a national research institute in France established in 1967 to promote scientific and economic development. It is composed of approximately 4,000 researchers and 225 project teams working in the field of digital science and technology. After signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Inria in June 2023, KISTI identified common interests in AI and HPC in January 2024 and organized the seminar to explore potential joint research topics. The seminar included sessions on the AI research progress at KISTI, Inria, and KAIST, as well as discussions on the latest research in Generative AI and AI technologies using supercomputers. KISTI President Lee Sik expressed his expectation that the seminar will serve as a catalyst for KISTI, Inria, and KAIST, all leaders in the AI and HPC fields, to collaborate and produce excellent outcomes in joint research. -
072024. 11
No. 213 View. 2765
ScienceON Now Offers Science and Technology Lecture Videos, Expanding Video Cont...
ScienceON Now Offers Science and Technology Lecture Videos, Expanding Video Content in Collaboration with KAOS Foundation-Strengthening Accessibility to S&T Information and Enhancing Public Scientific Literacy, Expanding from Literature-Based Information to Video Content- The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI) announced that ScienceON, its science and technology knowledge infrastructure, will now offer basic science video content in collaboration with the KAOS Foundation. * ScienceON (https://scienceon.kisti.re.kr) is an open collaboration research platform that integrates and provides scientific and technological information such as domestic and international papers, patents, national R&D reports, research data, information analysis services, and research infrastructure in one place. This marks an expansion from the traditional literature-based scientific and technological information to video content, and highlights the significance of providing multimedia information, which will be more familiar to academic information users. The KAOS Foundation is a nonprofit public foundation established in 2014 to popularize science and mathematics. A science committee composed of scholars from the scientific community selects topics and participates in delivering scientific knowledge to the public in an easy and engaging manner. ScienceON will provide a variety of scientific video content, including regular ‘KAOS Lectures’ and ‘Expert Interviews’. On the ScienceON website, a Science and Technology Video menu has been added under the Trends category, allowing users to search for these videos along with other information resources. Users now have access to not only papers, patents, reports, trends, and researcher information, but also scientific and technological video content. This provides them with an opportunity to understand science and technology more easily through visual experiences. This change is expected to help the general public access scientific and technological information more efficiently and contribute significantly to raising awareness among a broader audience. KAOS Foundation's General Secretary, Jeon Hoon, stated,“We are delighted to present the foundation's basic science content on ScienceON, which is a leading science and technology knowledge platform with a large number of users. We will continue our efforts to make diverse and in-depth scientific knowledge more accessible and entertaining for the public.” KISTI's Convergence Service Center Director, Yoo Suhyeon, commented, “Scientific and technological information is a constantly evolving field, and there is a need for opportunities to make science and technology more accessible to the public. Through this collaboration with the KAOS Foundation, we aim to enhance users' understanding of academic information by providing high-quality lecture videos and achieve the goal of popularizing scientific and technological information and improving accessibility.” She further added, “We expect that the scientific and technological video content will not only engage users but also help bridge the gap between researchers and the general public. Moving forward, we will expand the range of scientific and technological information and formats available on ScienceON, reinforcing its role as a hub for scientific and technological knowledge.” -
302024. 09
No. 212 View. 2813
KISTI Demonstrates Quantum Key Service Technology at ECOC, Europe’s Largest Opti...
KISTI Demonstrates Quantum Key Service Technology at ECOC, Europe’s Largest Optical Communications Conference - Laying the Foundation for Global Research Collaboration with Domestic and International Quantum Cryptography Networks Institutions - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI) announced that the Quantum Network Research Center became the only Asian research team to present a technical demo at ECOC (European Conference on Optical Communication), Europe’s largest optical communications conference. The 50th-anniversary ECOC conference was held in Frankfurt, Germany, from September 22 to 26, 2024, with a total of eight technical demos being approved. On September 24, local time, KISTI researchers presented a demo of the Smart Quantum Key Supply System (SQSS), a technology for secure quantum key distribution in practical quantum cryptographic communication services. The demo showcased the encryption of securely shared quantum keys using Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) over PQC-TLS, which is more secure than traditional TLS (Transport Layer Security) technology. The demonstration also successfully highlighted a technology capable of intelligently and flexibly selecting encryption methods based on whether the user’s system supports Post-Quantum Cryptography. Lee Wonhyuk, Director of the Quantum Network Research Center, stated, “This technology is a core development for practical quantum cryptographic communication services, contributing technically to the activation of the quantum cryptography industry.” He added,“I expect that this demo will serve as a stepping stone for establishing a global research collaboration framework with domestic and international institutions involved in quantum cryptographic communication networks.” -
272024. 08
No. 211 View. 2818
KISTI Hosts the 2024 Korea-Mekong Youth Group Workshop
KISTI Hosts the 2024 Korea-Mekong Youth Group Workshop - Strengthening Multilateral Cooperation Between Korea and the Mekong Countries Through S&T in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced the hosting of the "2024 Korea-Mekong Youth Group Workshop" from August 19 to 23, a 5-day, 4-night event aimed at strengthening multilateral cooperation between Korea and the five Mekong countries (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam) through science and technology, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Five Korean university students and 25 students from the Mekong countries who participated in this workshop toured KISTI's infrastructure, including the National Supercomputing Center’s 5th supercomputer, Nurion. They also received training from KISTI’s expert staff on topics such as supercomputing utilization, big data analysis, and artificial intelligence applications. Key lectures included ▲ understanding and utilizing supercomputing, ▲ AI-based research using supercomputers, ▲ urban disaster solutions through flood monitoring using Geographic Information System (GIS), ▲ AI-based hydrological applications for the Mekong River Basin, and ▲ smart traffic data analysis, focusing on practical applications and real-world case studies. Additionally, the students were divided into teams of different nationalities to conduct team projects aimed at developing multilateral international cooperation strategies between Korea and the Mekong countries through science and technology. Kim Ji-young, Director of KISTI's Scientific Data Education Center, stated, “We share the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' intention to continuously develop multilateral cooperation between the Mekong countries and Korea. With KISTI’s supercomputing and data science infrastructure and expertise, we hope to contribute to the training of future talents in the field of science and technology convergence for multilateral international cooperation.” Since its establishment in 2018, KISTI’s Scientific Data Education Center has been dedicated to providing specialized training programs using KISTI’s data, supercomputing infrastructure, and data science expertise. The center has been focused on training data science professionals (in DATA, HPC, and AI) and future talent, serving international organizations across industries, academia, research institutions, and government. * Scientific Data Education Center website: https://kacademy.kisti.re.kr/ -
082024. 08
No. 210 View. 1351
KISTI Hosts 2024 DATA·AI Camp for Kuwaiti High School Students
KISTI Hosts 2024 DATA·AI Camp for Kuwaiti High School Students - Enhancing Kuwaiti Youth’s Understanding of AI Technology and Promoting International Scientific Exchange - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo), in collaboration with the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), chaired by H. H. The Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, hosted the "DATA·AI Camp for Kuwaiti High School Students" from July 31 to August 5, 2024. This camp, held for the third consecutive year since 2022, is designed to enhance Kuwaiti youth’s understanding of AI technology and promote international scientific exchange and cooperation. It achieved this through KISTI’s expert-led sessions and visits to its advanced infrastructure. The camp featured topics such as ▲ understanding the Fourth Industrial Revolution, ▲ programming through AI chatbots, and ▲ computational thinking team projects. A total of 16 Kuwaiti high school students participated in this year’s camp. Participants engaged in various activities, including, ▲ touring the Computing and Advanced Visualization Environment (CAVE), ▲ visiting the National Supercomputing Center, ▲ practicing with VlabON, an online math and science platform, ▲ utilizing the MyKSC web service portal for supercomputing. Students also participated in hands-on exercises involving supercomputers and modeling/simulation practices, experiencing firsthand KISTI’s advanced infrastructure. Building on the program’s success over the past three years, KISTI and KFAS signed an MOU in February 2024 to deepen their collaboration. This agreement focuses on ▲ conducting joint research to enhance digital capabilities and ▲ fostering future professionals through educational cooperation. Kim Ji-young, Director of KISTI’s Science Data Education Center, remarked, “This year’s camp marked the first event following the MOU between KISTI and KFAS. We tailored the program to provide students with extensive exposure to Korea’s advanced scientific platforms and culture. By emphasizing hands-on, team-based projects, we encouraged students to take a proactive approach to problem-solving. We hope this experience inspires Kuwaiti students to grow into global scientific leaders who will drive the Fourth Industrial Revolution.” The Science Data Education Center at KISTI develops and operates specialized educational programs for professionals across industries, academia, research institutions and government, as well as for future talent. These programs leverage KISTI’s expertise in scientific data, supercomputing infrastructure, and data science. * Scientific Data Education Center website: https://kacademy.kisti.re.kr/ -
312024. 07
No. 209 View. 1412
KISTI Unveils New Version of KONI, Science and Technology-Specialized Generative...
KISTI Unveils New Version of KONI, Science and Technology-Specialized Generative Large Language Model - Expectation for Accelerating Innovation in Scientific Research through Large-Scale Training Data and RAG Technology - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced on July 31 the release of a new version of its science and technology-specialized generative large language model (LLM), KONI (KISTI Open Natural Intelligence). The new version of KONI offers significantly enhanced performance compared to the original model developed in December of last year and is now publicly available for anyone working in science and technology fields to use. As a national research institute specializing in science and technology information, KISTI continues to lead the development of LLMs specialized in science and technology by consistently collecting and analyzing various national science and technology big data. The newly released version of KONI is available in two models: KONI-Llama3-8B (pre-trained LLM) and KONI-Llama3-8B-Instruct (Chat model). The newly released models were trained with data containing over twice the amount of science and technology information compared to previous models, significantly improving performance in various tasks such as reasoning, writing, and comprehension. Notably, KONI achieved the top rank in the LogicKor benchmark leaderboard (https://lk.instruct.kr/) for comprehensive reasoning ability in Korean LLMs of the same size. KONI LLM, with a model size of just 8B, surpassed a LogicKor score of 8 points, reaching 8.21 points, setting a new milestone in Korean LLM development. KISTI KONI LLMs are available for unrestricted download and use through Hugging Face (https://huggingface.co/KISTI-KONI) and KISTI's AI Data Sharing and Utilization Service AIDA (https://aida.kisti.re.kr/). Additionally, KISTI has developed Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technology, utilizing data from existing information service systems to minimize hallucination phenomena typically occurring in LLMs. By integrating RAG technology with KONI, KISTI has developed a more reliable question-answering system. Performance verification and additional training based on feedback from researchers have further improved KONI's capabilities, particularly in the domain of science and technology-related laws, regulations, and guidelines. Moving forward, KISTI plans to continuously collect national science and technology data and periodically release new versions of KONI in various model sizes with enhanced performance. KISTI will also develop and distribute domain-specific LLMs reflecting the needs of public institutions in sectors such as defense, energy, and policy, as well as national research institutions. KISTI President Kim Jae-soo stated, “With the new version of KONI, we plan to revolutionize the distribution and analysis systems of science and technology information across various fields, including science, technology, and industry, and ultimately build an autonomous AI researcher—an AI Agent framework based on KONI—to support scientific discoveries.” -
132024. 06
No. 208 View. 1398
KISTI Signs MOU with the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency (BRI...
KISTI Signs MOU with the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) to Build S&T Data Infrastructure - Establishing a Foundation for Collaborative Research on the Utilization of S&T Data through HPC Infrastructure and NTIS Development - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced that on June 12, it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency (Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional, BRIN) in Indonesia to jointly build science and technology data infrastructure. * BRIN was established in 2021 by merging several national research institutions in Indonesia. It is an independent agency directly under the President, with the authority to plan national research and development policies and allocate budgets to support Indonesia's research and innovation. Through this MOU, KISTI and BRIN have laid the groundwork for collaborative research on the utilization of science and technology data, which includes ▲ research on the establishment and utilization of science and technology knowledge infrastructure, ▲ research on the development and utilization of supercomputing/HPC infrastructure, ▲ research on big data, AI, and computing technologies, including data exchange, ▲ development and utilization of scientific research networks and cybersecurity, and ▲ collaboration on human resources, equipment, data, and other related resources. Laksana Tri Handoko, Head of the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency, stated, “Through this MOU with KISTI, we have gained an opportunity to learn data utilization know-how, including supercomputing and NTIS operation. I hope this will be a stepping stone to further enhance Indonesia's scientific and technological competitiveness.” KISTI President Kim Jae-soo remarked, “This MOU will serve as a foundation for science and technology collaboration with Indonesia through the expansion of KISTI's research and development capabilities in science and technology data, based on KISTI’s supercomputing infrastructure and NTIS development and operation technologies. It will also present a new opportunity to elevate South Korea's scientific and technological stature on the global stage.” -
032024. 04
No. 207 View. 1370
KISTI Obtains Korea's First Core Trust Seal International Certification
KISTI Obtains Korea's First Core Trust Seal International Certification - KISTI anticipates systematic management and ecosystem development for national research data - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced that it has obtained the Core Trust Seal (CTS) certification, marking the first time in Korea that a research data repository has been accredited for its reliability. The CTS certification, issued jointly by the World Data System (WDS) under the International Science Council (ISC) and the Data Seal of Approval (DSA), guarantees that a repository is a “trustworthy research data repository.” The certification ensures that the research data repository adheres to high standards of reliability and management. CTS certification evaluates the reliability of a research data repository’s systematic management policies and systems. Globally, only 107 research data repositories (out of more than 3,000 listed on the re3data* repository search site) have obtained the CTS certification. The certification process involves assessing 16 key criteria, which are prerequisites for a research data repository, including the repository’s stability, mission appropriateness, technical and organizational infrastructure, data preservation, quality, access, licensing, search, citation, and evaluation. Each criterion must be met for the certification to be granted. * research data search engine The KISTI DataON platform, which recently received the CTS certification, is a national research data platform that supports data-driven research activities such as the collection, storage, search, analysis, and utilization of research data. Since its launch in January 2020, DataON has provided research data repositories to domestic and international institutions, currently securing approximately 1.92 million research datasets for use by researchers. DataON supports individual researchers, project teams upon project completion, and researchers submitting to data journals by helping them register research data that they may find difficult to preserve. Additionally, with the legislative push for the 「National Research Data Management and Utilization Promotion Act」, the importance of DataON is expected to grow. KISTI President Kim Jae-soo stated, “With the first-ever CTS certification in Korea, KISTI is expected to play a leading role in establishing a national research data management system, while building the necessary infrastructure and ecosystem for research data management.” He also added, “Through DataON, KISTI plans to share and disseminate research data management expertise with government-funded research institutions, universities, and national research institutes in the future.” -
182024. 03
No. 206 View. 1405
KISTI Signs Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Centre for Science and Technology St...
KISTI Signs Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS) in the Netherlands - Establishing a sustained mutual research collaboration system for developing science and technology indicators using open data - The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI, President Kim Jae-soo) announced that it signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS) at Leiden University, Netherlands, on January 15 (local time). Both institutions agreed to cooperate on developing transparent and reproducible science and technology indicators utilizing open academic data. The CWTS is a globally recognized research institute specializing in the analysis of scholarly data. It is renowned for its expertise in foundational technologies such as the Leiden Clustering Algorithm and VOSviewer, a software for visualizing scholarly information. CWTS also manages the CWTS Leiden Ranking, which evaluates global universities based on scholarly output and impact. In 2021, KISTI established its Center for Global R&D Data Analysis to address increasing uncertainties in the global science and technology environment and the intensifying competition for technological supremacy. Since 2022, KISTI has collaborated with CWTS on international joint research projects. The two organizations have built mutual trust through collaborations such as constructing a science and technology scoreboard for Korean universities and research institutions and analyzing the mobility of researchers in Korea. These efforts form the foundation for pursuing long-term research cooperation. Under the LOI, the two institutions agreed to ▲ develop reproducible and diverse science and technology indicators using open data, while ensuring transparency in the analysis results and processes, ▲ enhance the visibility of local knowledge from various countries in global scholarly communication, and ▲ jointly collect information necessary for improving quantitative evaluation systems and establish a collaborative framework for reforming research evaluation systems. Additionally, as part of this agreement, KISTI will participate in the UNESCO Chair Programmes hosted by CWTS under the theme of “Diversity and Inclusivity in Global Science.” Through this program, both institutions will monitor diversity and inclusivity in science and collaborate on developing pluralistic perspectives in global scholarly communication. KISTI President Kim Jae-soo remarked, “Through this long-term partnership with CWTS, we aim to establish world-class analytical methodologies to support data-driven R&D decision-making. We also hope that this will serve as a stepping stone for international cooperation, enabling the development and utilization of diverse science and technology indicators to improve quantitative evaluation systems in the global scientific community.” -
072024. 02
No. 205 View. 2990
KISTI Establishes Strategic Partnerships with Kuwaiti Institutions in AI and Dat...
KISTI 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.