Ministry of Industry and Ministry of Science and ICT Hold '2020 Nano Convergence Performance Exhibition'
Ministerial Commendations for Contributors to Nano Technology and Industry
A 3D ID photo of platinum nanoparticles used in the world's first '3D ID photo shooting technology for nanoparticles' developed last April. (Photo by Samsung Electronics)
[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Chaeseok] The top 10 nanotechnologies of the year, including 'Nano power generation device technology for implantable medical devices' and 'Nano heating material technology for improving electric vehicle efficiency,' have been unveiled.
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Ministry of Science and ICT held the '2020 Nano Convergence Performance Exhibition' at 2 p.m. on the 26th at EL Tower near Yangjae Station in Seoul.
Marking its 9th year, the exhibition featured the announcement of the top 10 nanotechnologies of 2020 and awards for contributors. About 50 people from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, the Ministry of Science and ICT, and nanotechnology experts attended.
Among the top 10 nanotechnologies selected through expert review and online voting, two technologies?basic source technology and industrialization promising technology?were presented directly on site.
Professor Kim Sangwoo of Sungkyunkwan University introduced the 'Nano power generation device-based implantable medical device charging technology' that generates and charges electricity through ultrasound-induced static electricity.
CEO Kim Yunjin of Teraon revealed the 'Nano carbon-based high-efficiency heating material and flexible film heater technology' that enhances the energy efficiency of electric vehicles.
Awards were also presented to contributors who advanced nano convergence new technologies and industrial development.
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Commendation was awarded to Team Leader Kim Sehyun of LG Chem, CEO Kim Gibok of Cosma, Professor Kang Minsik of Pohang University of Science and Technology, and Senior Researcher Choi Jiseop of the Korea Institute for Industrial Technology Evaluation and Planning.
The Minister of Science and ICT Commendation went to Professor Kim Jinyoung of Seoul National University, Professor Lee Naeseong of Sejong University, Researcher Kim Junhyun of the National Nano Technology Policy Center, and Chief Researcher Oh Jaeseop of the Nano Convergence Technology Institute.
Student Lee Dajin of Sookmyung Women’s University (Grand Prize in Nano Young Challenge 2020) and student Lim Taegwon of Jeonbuk National University (Grand Prize in Nano Device Contest) received commendations from the Minister of Science and ICT.
Executive Director Oh Seongmin of Daejoo Electronic Materials, a nano material specialized company, delivered a keynote speech titled 'Prospects for the Development of Nano Convergence Materials in the Battery Era.'
An official from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy stated, "The field of nano technology convergence is expanding from semiconductors and displays to bio, energy, and environment sectors," adding, "We will strive to ensure that nanotechnology contributes to the Korean New Deal, carbon neutrality initiatives, and the cultivation of the Big 3 industries (system semiconductors, future cars, bio)."
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy plans to invest 178.1 billion KRW over five years starting next year to support the development of 22 nano convergence innovative products in new industry sectors such as future cars, bio, energy, and environment. Previously, the ministry announced in October last year that the project had passed the preliminary feasibility study.
An official from the Ministry of Science and ICT said, "Many experts participated in preparing the '5th Comprehensive Nanotechnology Development Plan,' which is scheduled to be established early next year," and urged, "We hope for active participation and roles in the policy implementation process to promote nanotechnology development."
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