SEOUL, April 28 (AJP) - The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology held its annual Research Day on Tuesday at its main campus in Daejeon to recognize faculty achievements and share new technical data. The event, which began in 2016, serves as the university's primary forum for highlighting academic breakthroughs and fostering a collaborative research environment, the prominent research institute said April 28.
Professor Myung Hyun from the School of Electrical Engineering received the Research Grand Prize, the university's highest research honor. Myung was selected for his work on spatial artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous robot navigation.
Since joining KAIST in 2008, Myung has applied his navigation research to wheeled robots, drones, and walking platforms. His technology has won multiple international competitions and is currently being commercialized through a startup venture.
"By focusing on spatial AI and autonomous movement for 17 years, I have been able to contribute to the domestic independence of mobile robot technology," Myung said. He noted that he was grateful for the chance to train the next generation of researchers.
To support a more focused research environment, the university expanded its award pool this year. The number of Research Award recipients increased from two to four, and the Special Research Award was expanded to include two winners.
Several other faculty members were recognized for their academic contributions. Professor Han Jae-hung, Professor Cho Byung-kwan, Professor Joseph Schiering, and Professor Lee Hyun-joo received the Research Award, while Professor Kim Sun-chang and Professor Jo Woo-young were selected for the Special Research Award.
The university also presented the Innovation Award to Professor Kim Jae-kyung and the Convergence Research Award to the team of Professor Cho Him-chan and Professor Lee Jeong-yong. Other honors included the International Joint Research Award for Professor Song Ji-joon and the QAIST Creative Challenge Research Award for Professor Kim Bong-jin.
The event showcased 10 representative research achievements from 2025 and 14 future technologies identified for their socioeconomic potential. These projects are aligned with national strategic technology goals in South Korea.
President Lee Kwang-hyung said Research Day is an opportunity to share innovative ideas and celebrate the work of faculty. Lee stated the institution plans to continue its efforts to lead global science and technology through its research.
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