BISTEP, 3rd Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex Network Exchange Meeting... Opening the Future of Research Industry Innovation

Discussion on Corporate Cooperation and Growth Vision for Regional Research Industry Development

Sharing Achievements and Best Practices of Research Industry Promotion Complex Development Project

The Busan Institute of Science and Technology Promotion (BISTEP, Director Kim Young-bu) concluded the '3rd 2024 Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex Network Exchange Meeting' on the 11th.

BISTEP is holding the 3rd Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex Network Exchange Meeting and taking a commemorative photo. Provided by Busan Institute of Science and Technology Advancement.

Co-hosted by BISTEP, the Ministry of Science and ICT, the Korea Technology and Information Promotion Agency for SMEs (COMPA), and Busan City, the event was attended by over 80 representatives from companies and related organizations who shared the achievements of the Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex development project and explored cooperation strategies for the advancement of the local research industry.

In his opening remarks, BISTEP Director Kim Young-bu stated, “The Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex has established itself as a core driving force for the regional economy and the research industry ecosystem,” emphasizing, “This exchange meeting is an important opportunity to review achievements and set greater visions.” He added, “We will continue to strengthen cooperation with companies and spare no effort to support the significant growth of contract research companies based in Busan.”

The network exchange meeting featured △ presentations on the 2024 Research Industry Promotion Complex development project achievements △ sharing of best practices △ expert lectures. Notably, the presentation by Hwang Ui-cheol, CEO of Marine Drone Technology, titled ‘Successful Strategies for Overseas Expansion and Marketing of Contract Research Companies,’ was well-received by participants for providing practical insights.

Additionally, the event shared the matching achievements between contract research companies and demand companies promoted by Synergy IB Investment, along with successful cases of linking with investment specialists. An MOU signing ceremony between contract research companies and demand companies was also held on-site, attracting attention.

BISTEP’s Busan Research Industry Promotion Complex development project has been operating various programs since 2023 to support technological innovation and corporate growth of contract research companies. Moving forward, the project plans to expand its scope to build a foundation for the research industry, strengthen cooperation networks among companies, and foster Busan as the center of South Korea’s research industry.

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