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Representatives from both institutions met this week to sign a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The aim of the agreement is to unite the two organisations in educational and scientific cooperation. This will include exchanging research expertise in shared fields of interest, as well as encouraging research visits between the two organisations.
MPK was established in October 2011 in close cooperation with the Max Planck Foundation (MPI) in Germany to advance foundational and innovative technologies in materials science through international collaboration. Part of its remit is to actively promote global talent training programs in association with Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH).
The initiative is particularly interested in developing cutting-edge functional materials and nanostructures with complex properties, as well as the development of high-tech functional nanodevices with new optical, electrical, and magnetic properties.
Commenting on the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Prof. Jae-Hoon Park, Director of MPK, said:`
Our aim is to unite our expertise and facilities to achieve significant scientific breakthroughs. We strive to develop shared specialised knowledge and increase the effective use of our organisations, while also fostering greater cooperation and mutual support among our colleagues.
Commenting on the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Prof. Jae-Hoon Park, Director of MPK, said:
This agreement paves the way for exceptional opportunities in collaborative research, benefiting both scientists and students from our organisations. We hope to strengthen our scientific partnerships and bring together our considerable expertise across many research areas.
The Max Planck POSTECH/Korea Research Initiative (MPK) is a collaborative effort between the Max Planck Society and POSTECH (Pohang University of Science and Technology) in South Korea. This initiative aims to enhance scientific research and education through international cooperation.
The MPK includes two main centres:
1. Max Planck-POSTECH Centre for Ultrafast science on Quantum Matter: Focuses on ultrafast processes in physics and chemistry, leveraging XFEL and extreme light technology.
2. Max Planck-POSTECH Centre for Complex Phase Materials: Concentrates on the study of complex materials and their properties.
These centres aim to foster collaboration between scientists, facilitate the exchange of knowledge and personnel, and provide joint training for young researchers. The initiative is designed to strengthen Korea’s competitiveness in basic science research and build a robust research infrastructure.
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