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[SDG 17]17.2.3 International collaboration data gathering for SDG

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Chonnam National University recognizes the importance of international cooperation and is expanding its global network by establishing a variety of collaborative relationships with institutions and universities around the world. This cooperation is focused on mutual enhancement of educational and research capabilities, academic exchange, cultural understanding, and joint efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The university's international cooperation takes various forms, including student exchange programs, joint research projects, hosting academic conferences, and exchanges among professors and researchers. Through these activities, the university aims to raise students' awareness of global issues and cultivate talents equipped with the knowledge and skills needed in a global society.

Furthermore, Chonnam National University actively participates in international development cooperation programs, with a special focus on research and support for education, health, and agricultural development in developing countries. These programs contribute to the sustainable development of local communities and represent one way the university fulfills its international responsibilities.

Through such international collaborations, Chonnam National University is responding to global issues and strengthening its role in the international community by maintaining ongoing relationships with universities and institutions worldwide. These efforts enhance the university's international reputation, improve the quality of education and research, and contribute to expanding the boundaries of knowledge within the framework of global cooperation.

Chonnam National University Summary Table of Overseas Agreements Concluded

This table displays the status of agreements concluded by Chonnam National University with overseas universities and institutions in the 2023, and their current management status in terms of whether they are maintained or terminated, leading to a total of 617 agreements.

This data demonstrates that Chonnam National University is actively engaged in international cooperation, particularly emphasizing the establishment and maintenance of a global network in education and research through collaborations with overseas universities and institutions. Such agreements facilitate international cooperation in various ways, including the exchange of students and professors, joint research projects, and cultural exchanges.

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17.2.3_1 Chonnam National University's Status of Overseas Agreements Concluded
17.2.3_2 Chonnam National University's Overseas Agreements (Concluded in 2023)

International Collaboration on Inhibiting Cancer Cell Growth: Elucidating the Role of the MEIS1 Gene

Chonnam National University and Boston University have achieved significant results through international collaboration by uncovering the role of the ‘MEIS1’ gene in cancer cell growth. This research revealed that inhibiting the MEIS1 gene, which plays a critical role in the stemness and growth of cancer cells, results in changes in cell cycle regulation genes, thereby reducing cancer cell growth and division. Furthermore, analysis of clinical patient samples verified that high expression of this gene is closely associated with malignancy. These findings provide a vital foundation for developing new cancer treatment strategies focused on inhibiting cancer cell growth.

Supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea, this study was published in the international journal Animal Cells and Systems. By sharing accessible data and insights with the global research community, the study demonstrates the importance of data collection and international collaboration in advancing cancer research and developing new treatments. Through this collaboration, Chonnam National University is enhancing research quality, expanding its global research network, and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Evidence: [News Article] https://today.jnu.ac.kr/WebApp/web/HOM/COM/Board/board.aspx?boardID=147&bbsMode=view&page=1&key=1065&keyWord=%ED%95%B4%EC%99%B8&searchTarget=content

International Collaboration for Orchard Digitalization Technology

Chonnam National University’s Professor Kyunghwan Lee and his team in the Department of Convergence Bio-system Mechanical Engineering have developed a technology that identifies the number, size, and location of fruits in an orchard using drones and AI. This technology represents a significant step toward orchard digital twin technology, allowing precise management of orchard environments in a 3D virtual space. The team’s research includes transforming orchard footage captured with multi-camera drones into 3D digital representations, enabling detailed analysis of each tree's fruit characteristics, including GPS-mapped locations.

This technology garnered international attention at the 2022 FIRA USA symposium on agricultural robotics, leading to collaboration proposals from advanced robotics companies and large agricultural firms in Israel. Currently, the research team has submitted a joint research proposal to the Korea-Israel Industrial R&D Foundation and is pursuing commercialization and export opportunities with companies in Silicon Valley.

This collaborative research contributes to SDG 17 by leveraging international partnerships to advance agricultural data collection and technology development. Through these efforts, Chonnam National University enhances its role in global research, setting a foundation for sustainable agriculture practices supported by digital innovation.

Evidence: [News Article] https://today.jnu.ac.kr/WebApp/web/HOM/COM/Board/board.aspx?boardID=147&bbsMode=view&page=1&key=1035&keyWord=%ED%95%B4%EC%99%B8&searchTarget=content

International Cooperation in Bioenergy Research at IEA: Appointment of Chonnam National University Professor as IEA Bioenergy Operating Committee Member

Professor Jeong-hwan Bae from the Department of Economics at Chonnam National University was recently appointed as an Operating Committee member in the bioenergy sector of the International Energy Agency (IEA). Established to enhance cooperation on energy issues among major energy-consuming nations, the IEA promotes alternative energy development and oversees emergency petroleum distribution among member countries.

As a member of the IEA Bioenergy Operating Committee, Professor Bae will represent South Korea in the IEA’s Research and Technology Committee’s biannual meetings, overseeing the management of 11 ongoing projects and reviewing new bioenergy initiatives. He will also contribute to the drafting and review of the IEA Bioenergy Annual Report.

South Korea has actively participated in the IEA's Renewable Energy Working Party (REWP) under the Committee on Energy Research and Technology (CERT) since 2002, focusing on renewable energy trends and international collaboration. South Korea is involved in technological cooperation programs for five renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, hydrogen, bioenergy, and solar thermal.

Professor Bae’s role at the IEA supports SDG 17 by fostering international collaboration and sharing data on bioenergy, thereby contributing to sustainable energy solutions globally.

Evidence: [News Article] https://today.jnu.ac.kr/WebApp/web/HOM/COM/Board/board.aspx?boardID=148&bbsMode=view&page=3&key=8340&keyWord=%EA%B5%AD%EC%A0%9C&searchTarget=title