Established in 2008 as a branch of the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST),
KIST Jeonbuk has rapidly grown and become a world-class research center
in the field of advanced composite materials.

Over the past 16 years, we have achieved a number of major milestones,
with our state-of-the-art research facilities and team of exceptional researchers.

As the 7th director of the Jeonbuk branch, I aim to lead KIST Jeonbuk’s Quantum Jump beyond its
accomplishments over the past 16 years by implementing the following three research strategies.

1. Research to secure Superiority in the field of composite materials
2. Research to promote Sustainability that can create new innovation systems
3. Research to maintain Superconnectivity through research networks and AI

As part of these 3S strategies, we are planning to develop the Advanced Composite Material Entrepreneur (ACME)
Program, which signifies "Advanced Composite Material Technology Development and Business Creation."
Through mission-driven research via the ACME Program,
KIST Jeonbuke will tackle challenging problems in the field of composite materials, secure world-leading
technologies, and foster the cultivation of top-tier researchers and international collaboration
as a leader in global composite material research.

Together with the members of KIST Jeonbuk,
I am dedicated to meeting the expectations of
our region and our nation.
I kindly ask for your continued support.