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Researchers develop stem cell-derived heart organoid capable of receiving blood
SEOUL -- Researchers developed a stem cell-derived heart organoid that simulates the function and shape of the human heart. The miniaturized heart consists of the biological heart's components such as a ventricle and atrium regularly repeats contraction and relaxation. An organoid is a miniaturized and simplified version of an organ produced in vitro in three dimensions that shows realistic micro-anatomy. Organoids are derived from cells from a tissue, embryonic stem cells, or
November 7, 2022 -
LG Uplus releases smart video conferencing platform capable of removing ambient noise
SEOUL -- LG Uplus (LGU+), a mobile carrier in South Korea, rolled out a smart video conferencing platform that can remove ambient noise while conducting important meetings. Voice conversations won't be interrupted even when the connected network becomes unstable. The solution called "MeetU" can operate on PCs, mobile devices and tablets without installing separate programs. It provides rights to speak for users who can leave notes by attaching sticky notes on the whit
November 7, 2022 -
BTS 'Dynamite' music video transmitted from lunar orbiter to test space Internet communication
SEOUL -- BTS set a milestone in space exploration with the music video of its global mega-hit song, "Dynamite," successfully transmitted to Earth from a lunar orbiter in an experimental program involving NASA and South Korea's state agency. It was the world's first space Internet communication test aimed at verifying data transmission in a space environment where communication is frequently cut off. South Korea's first lunar orbiter, the Korea Pathfinder Lunar
November 7, 2022 -
KT teams up with health food company to provide nutritional management services in Vietnam
SEOUL -- South Korea's top telecom company KT will work with Daesang Wellife, a domestic health food company that produces meals for patients, to create a digital platform that provides nutritional management services for patients suffering from cancer in Vietnam. Personalized meals will be provided based on the physical condition of patients. Daesang Wellife is known for its brand called, "New Care," which contains essential nutrients for patients who cannot eat on
November 7, 2022 -
GS Caltex works with Aekyung Chemical to localize refrigerating machine oil for home appliances
SEOUL -- GS Caltex, a major refiner in South Korea, partnered with Aekyung Chemical, a domestic manufacturer of basic organic chemicals, to localize the production of refrigerating machine oil for home electronic appliances, which have been heavily dependent on imported products. With Aekyung's base oil, the refiner will produce finished products. Refrigerating machine oils are used in air conditioning systems and compressors that use refrigerants. Compatibility is important b
November 7, 2022 -
Hyundai Glovis jumps into renewable energy business using pent electric vehicle batteries
SEOUL -- Hyundai Glovis, the logistics wing of South Korea's Hyundai auto group, jumped into a renewable energy business using pent electric vehicle batteries for residents in remote islands, which have relied on internal combustion engines to generate electricity. Hyundai Glovis said it has signed a business agreement LS Electric, a. manufacturer of electrical power equipment, and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), the state-run operator of nuclear power plants, for
November 7, 2022 -
SK on signs five-year contract to receive key lithium battery material from Chile's SQM
SEOUL -- SK on, a battery maker affiliated with South Korea's SK Group, has signed a five-year contract to receive about 57,000 tons of lithium hydroxide, a key material for electric vehicle batteries, from SQM, a Chilean supplier of plant nutrients, iodine, lithium and industrial chemicals, as part of efforts to reduce its reliance on Chinese raw materials regulated by a U.S. inflation reduction act. Shipment is to begin in 2023. SK on said that the two sides would discuss futu
November 7, 2022 -
Researchers develop highly efficient and stable perovskite solar cells using new technique
SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have developed highly efficient and stable perovskite solar cells using a special technique to create a layer between cell components that would prevent energy loss when solar cells absorb sunlight and convert it to electricity. Currently, silicon-based solar cells are widely used but their maximum energy conversion efficiency is about 30 percent based on the assumptions of perfect sunlight absorption and no energy loss due to non-radiative charg
November 4, 2022 -
Virtual face creator app 'VeryMe' adopts guidelines to address ethical and legal concerns
SEOUL -- LionRocket, an artificial intelligence startup in South Korea, issued ethical guidelines on the use of "VeryMe," the world's first virtual face creator app that allows users to create and use their own unique virtual face based on their real face, to address ethical and legal concerns that may arise from the use of new technologies. VeryMe, unveiled in September 2022, is the first app in the industry to create a virtual face for ordinary people who want to h
November 4, 2022 -
AI-based smart radar sensors installed to protect state seed vault for preserving biodiversity
SEOUL -- LG Uplus has launched an AI-based smart radar service at South Korea's only seed vault, which is run by a state arboretum in a mountainous area to store seeds donated by institutions from all over the world and preserve biodiversity. Smart radar sensors were installed at the seed vault's entrance and archives to automatically detect the movement and location of intruders. A smart radar system in a toilet used by visitors can quickly recognize safety accidents. The
November 4, 2022
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PHOTOS: Exhibition brings Disney's 'Mickey & Friends' to Deoksugung Palace
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Samsung envisions AI integration across product lines
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North Korean Leader threatens to use nuclear weapons, denounces Yoon in verbal tirade
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Yoon to hold talks with Japan's new prime minister in Laos next week
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India, U.S. join hands for battery mineral supply chain cooperation
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Peruvian singer lights up autumnal night with fusion concert in Seoul
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Korea Zinc begins share buyback amid control battle
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Former Singapore minister jailed for corruption
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Avian influenza outbreak kills 48 big cats in Vietnamese zoos
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Junior doctors go on strike in India following rape, murder case