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Scoop
2 days ago
- Science
- Scoop
Nominate Next-Gen Scientists Driving AI And Biotech Innovation
The search is underway for outstanding young scientists whose cross-border research in artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology is addressing some of the Asia-Pacific's most pressing social and environmental challenges. Nominations are now open for the 2025 APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education, or ASPIRE, under the theme 'Toward AI-Bio Convergence: AI-based Inclusive Biotechnology Solving Social Challenges.' In line with APEC 2025's focus on digital innovation and inclusive growth, this year's theme highlights the potential of AI-powered biotechnology to improve health equity, food security, sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience across the region. 'This year's ASPIRE theme reflects the growing need for policy-relevant science that bridges disciplines and borders,' said Rahima Kandahari, Chair of the APEC Policy Partnership on Science, Technology and Innovation (PPSTI). 'By highlighting the convergence of AI and biotechnology, we aim to draw attention to innovations that can deliver practical, inclusive solutions to complex regional challenges, and also reinforces the importance of scientific cooperation and innovation in advancing shared APEC goals.' Each APEC economy may nominate one scientist under the age of 40 for the annual prize. Nominees will be evaluated for their excellence in scientific research, evidenced by scholarly publications, and their dedication to cross-economy collaboration, particularly on interdisciplinary projects aligned with the year's theme. 'Korea places great importance on empowering young researchers to develop innovative solutions to address complex global challenges. That is why we are proud to support this year's ASPIRE, which recognizes excellence in cross-border, interdisciplinary science,' said Sunghoon Hwang, Director General of the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea. 'AI-bio convergence is a key emerging technology with the potential to transform how economies address longstanding issues such as aging populations, health inequities and sustainable agriculture,' Hwang added. Now in its 15th year, the prize supports APEC's broader goals of enhancing science and technology cooperation, strengthening innovation ecosystems, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth. Past winners have contributed to advancements in fields such as nutrition, renewable energy, nanotechnology, and public health. Recent awardees include Dr Zheng Liu of Singapore, who won the 2023 ASPIRE for his pioneering work on two-dimensional materials for sustainable energy and advanced electronics; and Dr Jingzheng Ren of Hong Kong, China, who received the 2022 prize for developing new models that balance economic development with environmental sustainability. Both exemplify the power of cross-border scientific collaboration to solve regional and global challenges. The winner of this year's prize will receive USD 25,000, with prize funding provided by the Ministry of Science and ICT of the Republic of Korea, and will be recognized during the upcoming meeting in Korea on 13 August 2025. Nominations must be submitted by 1 July 2025 at 17:30 Singapore time. For eligibility requirements and submission guidelines, please visit the ASPIRE 2025 web page or contact your economy's PPSTI representative.
Korea Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
CODIT Launches AI Briefs, the World's First Curated AI Tool for Real-Time Policy Monitoring
SEOUL, South Korea, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CODIT, Korea's leading policy intelligence platform, has announced the launch of AI Briefs, the first-ever AI-powered tool that delivers pre-selected, real-time policy briefings tailored to Korea's rapidly evolving legislative and regulatory environment. Designed to help global businesses, policymakers, and legal teams stay informed, AI Briefs provides concise, one-line summaries sourced from legislative activity, government announcements, National Assembly remarks, and verified media reports. "Navigating Korea's fast-changing policy landscape has always been a challenge," said Ji-Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. "AI Briefs was built to solve this — giving users a powerful, real-time solution to monitor, analyze, and respond to policy shifts effortlessly." AI Briefs is fully integrated into CODIT's real-time policy dashboard and currently covers high-priority topics such as APEC 2025, artificial intelligence regulation, online platform governance, ESG, fair trade, and healthcare. It also supports customized topic tracking, enabling users to follow policy areas specific to their organization's strategic needs. To support global teams and cross-border reporting, AI Briefs includes a copy-ready export function, allowing users to instantly copy and share summaries in either English or Korean — perfect for internal reporting, executive updates, or compliance briefings. Following the inauguration of South Korea's new administration on June 4, CODIT has also launched a dedicated "New Administration" tab. This section offers up-to-the-minute tracking of new policy directions, cabinet-level decisions, and regulatory shifts under President Lee Jae-myung's leadership. The launch of AI Briefs comes alongside a broader upgrade of CODIT's legislative monitoring tools. These include customizable Keyword Alerts, an enhanced Lawmaker Directory, and a new Promulgated Bill Tracker that enables users to follow a bill through its full legislative path — including links to the enacted law. Looking ahead, CODIT is preparing to launch Chat CODIT, a personalized AI policy assistant that will allow users to ask questions, compare legislative drafts, and generate customized policy briefings. Designed to reduce manual workload and streamline internal reporting across legal, policy, and compliance teams, the tool is also expected to make it easier for international stakeholders to follow and understand policy developments in Korea with greater clarity and efficiency. "AI Briefs has dramatically cut the time we spend on daily policy reviews," said a regulatory affairs lead at a Fortune 500 company. "We used to manually sift through multiple sources — now we get exactly what we need, in real time, with full source links."
Associated Press
5 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
CODIT Launches AI Briefs, the World's First Curated AI Tool for Real-Time Policy Monitoring
SEOUL, South Korea, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CODIT, Korea's leading policy intelligence platform, has announced the launch of AI Briefs, the first-ever AI-powered tool that delivers pre-selected, real-time policy briefings tailored to Korea's rapidly evolving legislative and regulatory environment. Designed to help global businesses, policymakers, and legal teams stay informed, AI Briefs provides concise, one-line summaries sourced from legislative activity, government announcements, National Assembly remarks, and verified media reports. 'Navigating Korea's fast-changing policy landscape has always been a challenge,' said Ji-Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. 'AI Briefs was built to solve this — giving users a powerful, real-time solution to monitor, analyze, and respond to policy shifts effortlessly.' AI Briefs is fully integrated into CODIT's real-time policy dashboard and currently covers high-priority topics such as APEC 2025, artificial intelligence regulation, online platform governance, ESG, fair trade, and healthcare. It also supports customized topic tracking, enabling users to follow policy areas specific to their organization's strategic needs. To support global teams and cross-border reporting, AI Briefs includes a copy-ready export function, allowing users to instantly copy and share summaries in either English or Korean — perfect for internal reporting, executive updates, or compliance briefings. Following the inauguration of South Korea's new administration on June 4, CODIT has also launched a dedicated 'New Administration' tab. This section offers up-to-the-minute tracking of new policy directions, cabinet-level decisions, and regulatory shifts under President Lee Jae-myung's leadership. The launch of AI Briefs comes alongside a broader upgrade of CODIT's legislative monitoring tools. These include customizable Keyword Alerts, an enhanced Lawmaker Directory, and a new Promulgated Bill Tracker that enables users to follow a bill through its full legislative path — including links to the enacted law. Looking ahead, CODIT is preparing to launch Chat CODIT, a personalized AI policy assistant that will allow users to ask questions, compare legislative drafts, and generate customized policy briefings. Designed to reduce manual workload and streamline internal reporting across legal, policy, and compliance teams, the tool is also expected to make it easier for international stakeholders to follow and understand policy developments in Korea with greater clarity and efficiency. 'AI Briefs has dramatically cut the time we spend on daily policy reviews,' said a regulatory affairs lead at a Fortune 500 company. 'We used to manually sift through multiple sources — now we get exactly what we need, in real time, with full source links.' View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CODIT Corp.
Korea Herald
15-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
AmCham, KOTRA partner to boost bilateral economic ties
The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency on Thursday to enhance trade, investment and regulatory cooperation between Korea and the US. Through the agreement signed at the KOTRA headquarters in Seoul, the two organizations will form a joint working-level committee to identify and address key regulatory challenges based on AmCham's annual reports and member input. AmCham and KOTRA will also co-host regular events such as briefings, roundtables, exhibitions and export consultations, while seeking new areas for bilateral collaboration. The agreement builds on the findings of AmCham's '2025 Business Environment Insight Report: APEC Special Edition,' which highlighted approximately 70 unresolved or emerging regulatory issues across 12 key industries including aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy and the digital economy. 'This MOU lays important groundwork for enabling strategic economic collaboration,' said AmCham CEO James Kim. 'It represents a key step forward in reducing nontariff barriers, strengthening Korea's position as a premier regional business hub, and ensuring the success of APEC 2025.' KOTRA President and CEO Kang Kyung-sung added to the statement, expressing his hope that the partnership will support Korean small and midsized enterprises entering the US market and strengthen business ties between the two countries.
Korea Herald
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
APEC education leaders gather in Korea to tackle learning gaps in digital era
SEOGWIPO, Jeju Island — Education leaders and global experts from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered Wednesday on Jeju Island for the 7th APEC Education Ministerial Meeting, opening a high-level dialogue on advancing inclusive and sustainable education in the era of digital transformation. Hosted by South Korea's 2025 APEC chairmanship, the meeting brought together some 200 participants, including ministerial delegations from 20 out of 21 APEC member economies. The forum convened for the first time in nine years, with the aim of shaping a shared vision for education systems that can adapt to rapid technological and social change. This year's meeting is held under the theme: 'Bridging Educational Gaps and Promoting Sustainable Growth in the Era of Digital Transformation: Innovate, Connect, Prosper,' aligning with the broader APEC 2025 motto of 'Building a Sustainable Tomorrow.' In his keynote remarks at the opening ceremony, acting President and Education Minister Lee Ju-ho emphasized the need to close educational gaps and build a sustainable society where people and technology grow together. Lee highlighted that APEC's legacy of overcoming crises, from the 1997 Asian financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic, must now evolve to address unprecedented challenges such as digital disruption, climate change and demographic shifts. 'This meeting should mark a turning point for deeper APEC cooperation in education,' Lee said, adding that rapid digital transformation and the rise of artificial intelligence have brought humanity to a moment of civilizational challenge that requires renewed global collaboration in education. He emphasized that 'people are at the center of all change,' and that learning and growth are key to not only national competitiveness but also the sustainable prosperity of the global community. Lee introduced South Korea's recent education reforms, including the implementation of AI-based digital textbooks that aim to tailor learning to each student's pace and needs. He also pointed to universities' roles as regional innovation hubs working with industries and public institutions to solve community problems. Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Korea's 5·3·1 Education Reform Plan, a landmark initiative involving cross-sectoral collaboration, Lee said the country's experience demonstrates how bold policy shifts can guide education over generations. While acknowledging different evaluations of the reforms, he noted that the early visions of globalization and digitalization are now being realized. Highlighting South Korea's own experience of achieving both economic growth and social development with the landmark '5·3·1 Education Reform' of 1995, Lee said bold policy shifts can guide education over generations. "118 revolutionary tasks, as a whole, have been an educational compass over the seven administrations," Lee said, noting that while political perspectives may differ, 'there is a general consensus that the reform laid the foundation for digitization and globalization. He called on APEC members to share challenges and strategies openly, affirming that education does not develop in isolation and that cooperation built on mutual respect and shared practice is the only path toward achieving inclusive learning for all. The AEMM is expected to yield a joint statement among participating economies reaffirming commitments to addressing educational inequality and promoting collaboration amid technological advancement.
