EKC2025

DIVISIONS

MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH (MR)

The Multidisciplinary Research Division advances collaboration and integration across diverse academic disciplines to address complex societal challenges and drive transformative research outcomes. By synthesizing disciplinary expertise with broader societal and industrial needs, the division serves as a bridge between academic inquiry and real-world impact. We champion inclusive, cross-sectoral approaches that promote knowledge transfer, foster technological innovation, and cultivate leadership within an evolving research ecosystem.

Programme Committee

DR. OH, Yoojin (오유진)

Johannes Kepler University Linz

yoo_jin.oh@jku.at

Show Profile

Yoojin Oh is currently senior scientist (Group leader) at the Institute of Biophysics, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria. She received her PhD in Condensed Matter Physics from Ewha Womans University, Korea 2009 and completed her Habilitation in Biophysics at Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria 2022. Her research focuses on nano scale properties of biomaterials, employing a comprehensive range of nanoscopic and microscopic techniques. She is particularly interested in pathogenic systems, aiming to establish interdisciplinary, medically-oriented research by integrating engineering, physics, biophysics, and microscopy.

[MR1] Inclusive Development 1 - Science, Technology, and Society

Date / Time	2025-08-27 13:00 -- 14:30
Room	SGE04
Conveners / Chairs	MR. JUNG, Kangsoo Inria MS. PARK, Mindy Global Development Institute
Synopsis	This session aims to bring together researchers from diverse fields, including science and technology studies, philosophy of science, technology policy and governance, to explore the intersection of technological advancement and socio-political needs. By facilitating interdisciplinary discussions, the session will encourage participants to reflect on their roles as scientists, engineers, and policymakers in shaping a just and inclusive future.
Speakers	MS. PARK, Mindy (Global Development Institute) [ 13:00 - 13:10 ] Title: [Session Introduction] Science, technology, innovation and inclusive development DR. HWANG, Ji-hyun (Folkuniversity Affiliated With Stockholm University) [ 13:10 - 13:50 ] Title: Diversity, inclusion, and transdisciplinary collaboration for sustainable, human-centered innovation MS. LEE, Yeonsu (University Of Leeds) [ 13:50 - 14:10 ] Title: Do Science and Technology Remain Complete Apolitical? Focusing on South Korea’s Responses to the Fukushima Water Release MISS. KIM, Minjoo (Ecole Polytechnique - Hec Paris - Télécom Paris) [ 14:10 - 14:30 ] Title: How can a hybrid company avoid mission drift while maintaining dynamic growth?

[MR2] Inclusive Development 2 - Appropriate Technologies

Date / Time	2025-08-27 15:00 -- 16:30
Room	SGE04
Conveners / Chairs	MS. PARK, Mindy Global Development Institute DR. JUNG, Kangsoo Inria
Synopsis	This session aims to explore how appropriate technologies can be leveraged to address global challenges while ensuring inclusivity and sustainability. It will provide a platform for interdisciplinary discussions on the role of technology in achieving the SDGs and fostering innovation that prioritizes human and environmental well-being.
Speakers	MR. LEE, Dong-geun (Iter Organization) [ 15:00 - 15:20 ] Title: Exploring Considerations for Fusion Energy Deployment in Africa DR. AHN, Insung (Korea Institute Of Science And Technology Information (kisti)) [ 15:20 - 15:40 ] Title: Global Partnerships for Transboundary Disease Surveillance: Multidisciplinary Strategies in a Warming World DR. JUNG, Kangsoo (Inria) [ 15:40 - 16:30 ] Title: Bridging the Social Divide with AI and IT: Lessons from Educational and Entrepreneurial Initiatives in Indonesia and Tanzania

[MR3] Bringing research out of academia – paths to technology commercialisation

Date / Time	2025-08-27 16:50 -- 18:20
Room	SGE04
Conveners / Chairs	DR. HAN, Ju Yeon (june) Part qualified patent attorney
Synopsis	This session explores pathways of commercialising technology from the lab to the market. Drawing on exemplary cases of academia-led tech transfer from leading institutions in Europe, we will examine key success factors for the technology transfer process. Particularly, we aim to answer the questions below. How do we decide whether a technology should be commercialised? What are the strategies for generating commercial values from IP? What should researchers be cautious about during the commercialisation process? How do we scale up technology commercialisation - is spin-out the best answer? How should negotiations be handled when private investments are involved? How can inventors directly profit from their innovations? The session also highlights existing collaboration between European and Korean institutes in the tech transfer sector, and how these model practice were brought into place. Emphasis will be placed how these practices guided and optimised innovation frameworks that ensure mutual benefit for researchers, institutions, and investors— and across Korean - European collaboration.
Speakers	DR. HAN, Ju Yeon (Keltie LLP) [ 16:50 - 16:55 ] Title: Introduction DR. SOVIC, Tanja (Head of Patent & Licence Management, TU Wien) [ 16:55 - 17:20 ] Title: The Innovation Journey: From Lab to Launch through Technology Transfer MR. KIM KANG, Jae Hee (Venner Shipley Llp) [ 17:20 - 17:40 ] Title: How to obtain commercially valuable patents DR. KIM, Hyein (hailey) (Innovation Office, University Of Basel) [ 17:40 - 18:00 ] Title: Global Innovation Through Collaboration: The University of Basel Innovation Office & Superpella DR. CSEPEI, Lenard (Fraunhofer Igb Biocat) [ 18:00 - 18:20 ] Title: Tapping on strategic cooperations between Fraunhofer IGB and South Korean stakeholders

[MR4] Bridging Science and Society: Inclusive Approaches to Communicating Science in Korea

Date / Time	2025-08-28 09:00 -- 10:30
Room	SGE04
Conveners / Chairs	DR. LEE, Seung-hun Dankook University Show Profile B.Sc., M.Sc., Korea University, Ph.D. Jacobs University Bremen, Chemistry Postdoctoral Researcher, Kyung Hee University Senior Deputy Researcher/Senior Researcher, Seoul National University Lecturer, Dankook University Adjunct Professor, Gwangju University Session Chair, Cocotea 2018 Session Chari, EKC2024 Steering Committee Member, The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition (2022, 2024) Steering Committee Member, The Korean Society of Coffee Science(2020 ~) Steering Committee Member(2020 ~ 2022), Director(2023 ~), The Korean Federation of Science Culture and Education Societies Scientific advisor, Korea Coffee Producers’ Association(2023 ~) Excellence Award, Minister of Science and ICT, 2022 Feel the Science Grand Prize, Minister of Science and ICT, 2023 Science and culture content idea hackathon PROF. CHO, Sook-kyoung Korea Institute of Energy Technology (KENTECH) Show Profile Prof. CHO Sook-Kyoung had Ph.D. in History & Philosophy of Science with a thesis titled “The Special Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus, 1876: The Beginning of the Science Museum of London and the Popularization of Physical Science” from Seoul National University (SNU) in 2001. Before that, she studied at the Dept. of History & Philosophy of Science and Mathematics, King’s College London (KCL) for MA and at the Dept. of Physics Education, SNU for B.Sc. Prior to joining KENTECH in 2021, she had worked at the government-funded agencies such as Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity (KOFAC) and Gwangju National Science Museum for 20 years. There, she executed a number of science communication and science education programmes either at national level or provincial level. Among them, the “Space-sharing Project” with Joong-ang Ilbo newspaper and a special exhibition “2030 Future Cities” with three national science museums for the first time in Korea were the most representative ones. Since 2002, she served as a Scientific Committee member for Public Communication of Science and Technology (PCST) Network - a global network for science communication. And she hosted the 9th International Conference for PCST in Seoul for the first time in Asia. This event enhanced the importance of science communication and the issue of “Science and Society” for the Asian countries such as Japan, China and Indonesia. From 2023, she has been serving as the president of PCST Network, the first time as an Asian. Now, she is trying to set up the PCST Korean Society and to enhance the public awareness of science and energy science. She published more than 10 books and translations. “12 Big Questions raised by Science (클래스가 남다른 과학고전)” is the most recent book, which introduce 12 science classics written by scientists, historian & philosophers of scientists. She also translated a well-known BBC book of “Man Masters Nature” and co-translated a book of “The Patterns of Discovery”.
Synopsis	The session will address the following key areas: 1. The Role of Science Communication in Bridging Research and Industry: How can science communication facilitate collaboration between academia and industry, ensuring that scientific discoveries translate into real-world applications? 2. Innovative Tools and Platforms for Public Engagement: From social media to virtual reality, what are the most effective tools for communicating complex scientific concepts to the public? 3. Cultural and Policy Perspectives on Science Communication in Korea: How do cultural attitudes and government policies influence the way science is communicated in Korea, and what can be learned from global best practices? 4. Inspiring the Next Generation: How can science communication inspire young people to pursue careers in science and technology, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent for future innovation? By bringing together voices from different generations and backgrounds, this session will highlight the evolution of science communication in Korea and its potential to drive societal and economic progress. It will also provide a platform for sharing innovative strategies and fostering international collaboration, aligning with the EKC2025 theme of bridging research, industry, and society. Ultimately, this session aims to underscore the significance of science communication as a catalyst for global innovation and prosperity. By engaging the public in meaningful ways, we can ensure that scientific advancements are not only understood but also embraced as tools for building a better future. Session Language and Format Announcement This session is designed to be interactive and will be conducted in both English and Korean. · Lectures & Q&A (9:00 - 10:05): The presentations and the following Q&A will be in English. · Interactive Panel Discussion (10:05 - 10:30): To encourage a lively and open discussion with both the panelists and the audience, this part of the session will be conducted primarily in Korean. Contributions in English are also warmly welcomed. We will help bridge the conversation to ensure all voices are heard.
Speakers	PROF. SOOK-KYOUNG, Cho (Kentech) [ 09:00 - 09:05 ] Title: PCST movement in Korea- based on collaborative works among Korea, Japan and China DR. LEE, Seung-hun (Dankook University) [ 09:05 - 09:25 ] Title: Coffee, Music, and Science: From a Communicator’s Method to a Community’s Ecosystem PROF. KIM, Mihye (Chungbuk National University) [ 09:25 - 10:45 ] Title: From Speaking, Listening, and Writing to Expressing, Empathizing, and Reasoning DR. KIM, Jung-ho (Universitat Rovira I Virgili) [ 09:45 - 10:05 ] Title: Warming Up for Effective Science Communication with the Public Panel Discussion and Open Q&A (Please note: To encourage a more in-depth dialogue, this segment will be conducted primarily in Korean. Questions and comments in English are warmly welcome.) [ 10:05 - 10:30 ]

[MR5] Bridging Business and Technology: Transforming Data into Insights for Industry Prosperity

Date / Time	2025-08-28 11:00 -- 12:30
Room	SGE04
Conveners / Chairs	DR. KANG, Esther University of Bristol Business School Show Profile Esther Kang, Ph.D., is a Lecturer in Marketing at the University of Bristol, UK. Her research interests include consumer learning, memory, information search/overload, and information processing. Substantively, she investigates consumer psychology and behaviour related to technological experience, social media usage, and search engine inquiries. Prior to joining the University of Bristol, Esther worked as Assistant Professor of Consumer Psychology and Behaviour at the University of Cologne, Germany. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing with a focus on Consumer Behaviour from the State University of New York at Buffalo, USA.
Synopsis	The session on "Bridging Business and Technology" aligns with the EKC 2025 theme, Global Innovative Frontier: Bridging Research and Industry, Exploring Fundamentals and Driving Prosperity. This session will explore the critical role of technology and data analytics in driving impactful decision-making and strategic management practices, which pave the way for the future success of emerging technologies. It delves deeply into how innovative approaches to data collection, analysis, and interpretation are reshaping traditional business strategies and driving organizational performance to new heights. This session is significant for both researchers and industry professionals, as it explores the real-world implications of bridging the gap between theoretical research and industry practice. The session will discuss how emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and big data, are revolutionizing the way organizations collect, process, and leverage data to gain valuable insights into market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive management. Furthermore, the session will delve into the pivotal role of data analytics in driving informed decision-making and strategic planning processes. Participants will gain valuable insights into how organizations leverage data-driven strategies to optimize operations and enhance customer experiences. In summary, the session "Bridging Business and Technology" offers a comprehensive exploration of how technology, data analytics, and strategic management intersect to drive impactful change and fuel industry growth. Through thought-provoking discussions, real-world case studies, and actionable insights, participants will gain the knowledge and inspiration needed to chart a course for success and prepare for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in an increasingly digital and data-driven business landscape.
Speakers	DR. YIM, Mark Yi-cheon (University of Massachusetts Lowell) [ 11:00 - 11:20 ] Title: The Persuasive Power of Touch: Investigating Social Robots as a Novel Sales Promotion Channel DR. PARK, Changwon (Brunel University London) [ 11:21 - 11:38 ] Title: Do We Need the Whole Path?: Rethinking Sequence Length in Human Mobility Prediction using LSTM DR. SHIN, Jiyoung (University of Bristol Business School) [ 11:39 - 11:56 ] Title: What transforms Uncertainty into Certainty? Impact of location and responsibility claims by terrorist organizations on FDI inflows DR. LEE, Eunji (Chalmers University Of Technology) [ 11:57 - 12:14 ] Title: Can an AI Chatbot Replace Therapists? End Users’ Insights from a Mobile Health Project DR. KANG, Esther (University Of Bristol Business School) [ 12:15 - 12:30 ] Title: Connected but Disengaged: How Online Social Ties Redirect Attention from Content to Connections

[MR6] Strategic Evaluation and Performance Management for Research and Innovation Excellence