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Scientists Develop Foldable Nano-Material Inspired by Kirigami Paper Art

Scientists Develop Foldable Nano-Material Inspired by Kirigami Paper Art

SEOUL, Dec. 24 (Korea Bizwire) — An international research team has developed a new foldable porous nano-material based on the principles of kirigami, a variation of origami that involves both folding and cutting paper. According to an announcement made by Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) on December 23, the collaborative research team, including [...]

Veteran Firefighter Invents Special Stretcher for Child Safety in Ambulances

Veteran Firefighter Invents Special Stretcher for Child Safety in Ambulances

DONGDUCHEON, Dec. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – A South Korean firefighter with two decades of experience has developed a specialized stretcher attachment designed to safely transport children in ambulances.  Lee Soo-jung, a fire lieutenant at the Dongducheon Fire Station, identified a critical gap in emergency medical transport safety. “While child car seats are mandatory in regular vehicles, [...]

Korean Researchers Win Top Award for Modular Robotic Furniture System

Korean Researchers Win Top Award for Modular Robotic Furniture System

SEOUL, Dec. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – The Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) announced on December 18 that its team, led by senior researcher Kwak Sona from the Intelligent Interaction Research Center, received the top award in the Innovative Prototype category at the International Conference on Social Robotics (ICSR). Their winning entry, the oOoBOT, [...]

Korean Companies Boost Generous Incentives to Encourage Births

Korean Companies Boost Generous Incentives to Encourage Births

SEOUL, Dec. 5 (Korea Bizwire) — Amid South Korea’s declining birthrate, corporations are stepping up with innovative and generous measures to support employees who choose to have children. From cash incentives to tailored family support policies, the private sector is playing a growing role in addressing the country’s demographic challenges. Buoyed by a groundbreaking policy [...]

Genesis Introduces ‘Proactive Care Service’ for Enhanced Vehicle Safety

Genesis Introduces ‘Proactive Care Service’ for Enhanced Vehicle Safety

SEOUL, Nov. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Genesis announced the launch of its Proactive Care Service on Saturday, a cutting-edge offering aimed at improving the driving experience for its customers through real-time remote diagnostics. The service proactively detects vehicle malfunctions or irregularities during operation and provides notifications via the My Genesis app or SMS. Depending on the [...]

South Korea Advances Solutions to Combat Floor Noise in Apartments

South Korea Advances Solutions to Combat Floor Noise in Apartments

SEOUL, Nov. 25 (Korea Bizwire) — In an effort to tackle persistent floor noise issues in apartments, Korea Land and Housing Corporation (LH) unveiled the country’s largest soundproofing testing facility, the ‘Decibel 35 Lab,’ located at the Sejong Housing Performance Research and Development Center. This new facility simulates real apartment environments, allowing for in-depth testing [...]

Surveillance Streetlights in Wonju Prove Effective in Crime Prevention and Investigation

Surveillance Streetlights in Wonju Prove Effective in Crime Prevention and Investigation

WONJU, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – Surveillance-equipped streetlights in Wonju, South Korea, are playing a pivotal role in crime prevention and resolution, including providing crucial evidence in a recent sexual assault case. According to city officials on Friday, footage from a security camera embedded in a streetlight in the Dange-dong area earlier this year was instrumental [...]

Yongsan District Opens Digital Photo Booth for Life’s Milestone Moments

Yongsan District Opens Digital Photo Booth for Life’s Milestone Moments

SEOUL, Nov. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – The Yongsan District Office has unveiled a new digital photo booth where visitors can capture their life’s significant moments, from weddings to childbirth, marking a modern upgrade to the traditional government office experience. The “Yongsan Happiness Photo Zone,” which opened on November 18, features a dedicated digital photo booth installed [...]

Korean Scientists Create Super-Adhesive Skin Patch Inspired by Barnacles and Armadillos

Korean Scientists Create Super-Adhesive Skin Patch Inspired by Barnacles and Armadillos

ULSAN, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean researchers have developed a revolutionary skin patch that maintains strong adhesion during vigorous physical movement while being easily removable without irritation, potentially changing the future of wearable medical devices.  The breakthrough, announced on November 18 by the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), comes from a [...]

South Korean Scientists Develop MRI Technology to Predict Onion Storage Quality

South Korean Scientists Develop MRI Technology to Predict Onion Storage Quality

SEOUL, Nov. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – In a breakthrough that could significantly reduce food waste, South Korean agricultural researchers have developed and patented a novel technology using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to predict the quality of stored onions. The Rural Development Administration (RDA) announced on November 18 that the new technology addresses a persistent problem in [...]