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Minovia Therapeutics Announces FDA Clearance of IND Application for a Phase Ib Clinical Trial of MNV-201 in Low Risk Myelodysplastic Syndrome

MNV-201 is a mitochondrial cell therapy product composed of autologous hematopoietic stem cells enriched with allogeneic mitochondria In pre-clinical studies, MNV-201 demonstrated improved engraftment and bone marrow reconstitution potential of patient derived hematopoietic stem cells In vitro data also demonstrated improved ability to differentiate to erythroid cells, supporting potential for improvement in biomarkers of anemia HAIFA, Israel, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) [...]

In South Korea, a 20-Year Effort Brings Bears Back From the Brink

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – Two decades after its inception, South Korea’s ambitious project to restore the Asiatic black bear population has exceeded expectations, transforming from a conservation effort into a lesson in coexistence between humans and wildlife. The Ministry of Environment and the Korea National Park Service announced they will host a policy forum [...]

North Korea’s Smartphone Boom: Millions Embrace Technology Despite Restrictions

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – North Korea has experienced a rapid surge in smartphone adoption since easing pandemic-related lockdowns two years ago, with a recent analysis suggesting that the number of smartphone users in the country may have reached up to 7 million. Martin Williams, a researcher at the U.S. think tank Crimson Center, published [...]

Dinos Ace Kyle Hart Loses Bid for Triple Crown

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — NC Dinos ace Kyle Hart has lost his bid to become just the second foreign pitcher to win a Triple Crown in Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) history. Hart’s dreams of accomplishing the rare feat evaporated after he served up two home runs in an 8-2 loss to the SSG [...]

Electric Vehicle Market Sees Size Divide Between Domestic and Export Sales in South Korea

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – As the global electric vehicle (EV) market navigates through a period of slowing demand, a clear divergence in consumer preferences is emerging between South Korea’s domestic market and its export destinations. According to data from the Korea Automobile & Mobility Association (KAMA), small electric vehicles are gaining traction domestically, while [...]

T’way Air Signs Lease Deal with Avolon for Airbus’ A330-900 Neo Aircraft

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean low-cost carrier T’way Air Co. said Thursday it has signed a deal with global aircraft leasing firm Avolon Holdings Ltd. to introduce A330-900 Neo aircraft units manufactured by Airbus. The agreement calls for Avolon to lease five A330-900 Neo units to T’way Air sequentially starting in 2026. [...]

South Korea Develops AI to Boost Egg Farm Efficiency

JEONJU, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant leap for smart farming technology, South Korean researchers have developed an artificial intelligence system capable of identifying non-laying hens in commercial egg operations, the Rural Development Administration (RDA) announced on September 25. The innovative technology, a result of collaboration between the National Institute of Animal Science, Jeonbuk [...]

Hyundai Motor, Kia Launch Joint Cathode Material Tech Project for EV Battery Development

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp., South Korea’s leading automotive companies, said Thursday they have launched a joint project to develop cathode material technology for producing LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries for electric vehicles. The joint project, also involving Hyundai Steel Co. and Ecopro BM Co., aims to develop [...]

Gov’t, PPP Agree to Provide New Scholarships to Graduate Students of Science

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — The government and the ruling People Power Party (PPP) agreed Thursday to provide new scholarships to 1,000 graduate students in science and engineering fields from next year. A scholarship of 5 million won (US$3,750) will be granted to each student annually as part of efforts to foster talents in [...]

Unprecedented Tiebreaker Game Possible for 2 Clubs Vying for Last KBO Postseason Spot

SEOUL, Sept. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — The battle for the final playoff spot in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) could come down to an unprecedented tiebreaker game. The KT Wiz and the SSG Landers are fighting for one remaining postseason ticket in the top South Korean league. Through Wednesday’s action, the Wiz were clinging to [...]