Using AI and IoT-based automatic control, the system reduces classroom energy consumption by 40%Professor Youngtae Chae s research team in the Department of Architectural Engineering at Gachon University, in collaboration with Seed Co., Ltd., has developed an energy-saving system that can dramatically reduce energy consumption in university classrooms.This research was conducted as part of the 2023 Industry-Academia-Research Collabo R D Project led by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. The project is titled Development of IWMS SaaS Solutions to Improve Building Energy and Space Management Services. Gachon University is participating as a joint research and development institution, establishing a living lab in the College of Engineering classrooms to carry out pilot testing.Research Diagram (Cloud-Based AI System and AI-Integrated Control)The research team installed remotely controllable heat pumps for heating and cooling and electronic lighting switches in aging classrooms, building a system that automatically controls energy use based on student occupancy using IoT sensors. The AI-based control program learns from academic schedules, classroom timetables, external weather forecasts, and students space usage patterns to pre-heat before use and automatically shut down after use, preventing unnecessary energy consumption.As a result of the pilot, classrooms in the living lab saw over a 30% reduction in operating hours compared to regular classrooms with the same equipment, and energy consumption was cut by up to 40%.Choi Hyun-woong, CEO of Seed Co., said, Due to the distributed energy systems in university buildings, efficient management has been difficult, but this system reduces energy waste by enabling centralized control and automation. Professor Chaeyoung Tae stated, Classrooms account for over 60% of university facilities. This system combines AI and cloud-based control technology to not only reduce energy consumption but also contribute to creating a comfortable learning environment for students.

Participation of 25 Advanced Companies Providing Practical Employment Support through On-site Interviews and MentoringAt the 2025 Advanced Industry Outstanding Talent Campus Recruiting held by Gachon University on the 30th, students are participating in mentoring sessions with company representatives.On the 30th, Gachon University s University Job Plus Center, in collaboration with IBK Industrial Bank of Korea and the Korea Industrial Technology Promotion Association, successfully hosted the 2025 Advanced Industry Outstanding Talent Campus Recruiting event.The event took place in the first floor and basement lobby of Gachon Hall and featured 25 leading companies representing advanced industries such as semiconductors, IT, electrical and electronics, bio and medical, and machinery and construction. Through on-site interviews and one-on-one mentoring, the event provided Gachon University s current students and alumni with practical employment opportunities.Participating companies included semiconductor firms such as Unisem and Mikoceramics; IT companies like Abakus and SK Shieldus; electrical and electronics companies including Ubiquoss and Youngin Energy Solution; machinery and construction firms like Estate and Advantest Korea; and bio and medical companies such as Dentium, i-Sense, and Ilyang Pharmaceutical. Additionally, leading companies from various industries, including Coway, Sesco, JCNM, and Myunghwa Industrial, also took part..Commemorative Photo from the Opening Ceremony of Gachon University s 2025 Advanced Industry Outstanding Talent Campus Recruiting EventAt the opening ceremony of Gachon University s 2025 Advanced Industry Outstanding Talent Campus Recruiting, key figures attended, including Gachon University s Vice President Wonjung Yoon, Director of Employment and Career Choi Hoimyeong, Korea Industrial Technology Promotion Association s Executive Vice Chairman Seogon Ko, IBK Industrial Bank s Deputy CEO Geonhong Lee, and CEO Youngtaek Lim of Abakus Co., Ltd., representing the participating companies.The event featured several zones: the Recruitment Hall where job interviews took place; the Success Making Hall offering employment skill enhancement programs such as VR interview experiences, personal color analysis, and image making; and the Promotion Hall providing information from the organizing institutions. Additionally, various side events like a job support caf and photo wall received enthusiastic responses from participating students.Notably, Bok Seonghyun, CEO of D3 Co., delivered a special lecture titled Employment Without Losing Your Dream, sharing his unique career design strategies and offering practical employment tips and motivation to students.Vice President Wonjung Yoon stated, This event is a great example of collaboration between industry and university, providing students with real employment opportunities. Gachon University will continue to strengthen industry-academia cooperation linked to advanced industries and expand employment support programs.

Graduates Jeon Se-cheol, Lim Ye-won, Jang Ho-won, Kim Young-jae, Yoon Ye-rim, and Lee Soo-minGraduates Jeon Se-cheol, Lim Ye-won, Jang Ho-won, Yoon Ye-rim, and Kim Young-jae from the Department of Law, and Lee Soo-min from the Department of Social Welfare (from top left in the photo).Six Gachon University graduates passed the 14th Bar Examination announced on the 24th. Theyare Jeon Se-cheol (Class of 13), Lim Ye-won ( 15), Jang Ho-won ( 14), Kim Young-jae ( 17), and Yoon Ye-rim ( 16) from the Department of Law, and Lee Soo-min ( 16) from the Department of Social Welfare.A total of 3,336 people took the bar exam this year, and 1,744 candidates who scored 880.1 points or higher passed, resulting in a pass rate of 52.28%.The first-time pass rate for those who obtained a master s degree from law school this year (14th class) was 74.78%, and the pass rate compared to the law school enrollment quota reached 87.2%. Additionally, the final cumulative pass rate for test takers who used all their five attempts within five years after graduation was 88.29%.

Gachon University Proud Alumni InterviewPraised as a work that once again reminds us of art s power to bring comfort, among other positive reviews Gachon University alumnus Yang Jung-uk has been awarded the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art s 2024 Artist of the Year Award.Yang Jung-uk, a Gachon University alumnus from the Department of Sculpture (Class of 2003), was selected in February as the final recipient of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art s 2024 Artist of the Year Award, jointly hosted with the SBS Culture Foundation. This award recognizes the leading figure in the art world for the year.The Artist of the Year Award annually selects four talented visual artists, providing them with opportunities to create new works and exhibit them. Among these, one artist is chosen as the final winner. Each nominated artist receives a creative grant of 50 million won, and the final awardee is granted an additional 10 million won.Yang Jung-uk s work received high praise from the judging panel, including comments such as a piece that once again reminds us of art s power to bring comfort (Kim Hae-joo, Senior Curator at Singapore Art Museum) and it is moving how the large-scale works and the humble pieces made from leftover materials after the creation process connect and interact (Charles Landbrouet, Head of Research at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Netherlands).At the nominee exhibition held at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Seoul, Yang presented works including In a Field of the Familiar Yet Unknown (2024), Hearts That Care for Each Other (2024), Technology Comes from Devotion, Temporary Map (2024), and The Drawing of One Who Wishes to Remember (2024).After receiving the award, Yang returned to his alma mater on the 15th to give a special lecture for junior students despite his busy schedule. An interview was conducted with him at the university s PR office, where he shared his thoughts on the award.Interview HighlightsQ. Congratulations on winning the 2024 Artist of the Year Award. Please share your thoughts on receiving this honor. The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art s Artist of the Year award was established when I graduated from university. It is one of the highest honors in the Korean art world, on par with the National Art Exhibition (Gukjeon), so I had long aimed to receive it at least once.This award is both a personal honor and a recognition of the artistic trajectory I ve built since graduation, as well as my response to new directions demanded by the art world. Seeing my work being understood and appreciated by both the art community and the public through this award gave me renewed motivation. I feel I ve achieved a major goal as an artist.Q. How did your time at Gachon University s Department of Sculpture influence you as an artist? When I entered, Gachon s art entrance exam had no standardized format, which allowed for a unique and flexible artistic approach. The school looked at me beyond conventional entrance art styles, which was also well known among private academies.Though I majored in sculpture, I also took painting classes to develop my sensibility as a painter and began seriously focusing on sculpture after admission. I won awards in university-hosted art competitions, receiving benefits as an art-specialized student. From my second year, I participated in the then-popular Ssamzie Space exhibitions and took classes with artist Ham Jin, a fellow Gachon alumnus and Venice Biennale invitee, gaining diverse artistic inspiration.At that time, Gachon s art college was nicknamed the barbarian university. While Hongik University held the shield and sword, we were recognized for our original and creative style like a bent trident, which gave students great pride.Many renowned artists also graduated from Gachon. These experiences laid an important foundation for my artistic direction and independence.Q. What was the most difficult moment starting out as an artist, and how did you overcome it? I studied for seven years, repeatedly taking leaves of absence and returning due to financial difficulties while juggling part-time jobs. Professor Kim Yoo-sun understood my situation and personally supported me with scholarships and living expenses. Even after receiving that help, I was so desperate I couldn t return to school immediately. Later, I saved money to repay the professor, but she refused to accept it except for tuition. I have never forgotten that kindness and now try to support young artists myself.Right after graduation, it was hard to make a living from exhibitions, especially with installation and large-scale works. To support myself, I worked as a director at a design company and ran a craft business alongside my art. When struggling, I often visited my alma mater s campus to reflect and sought advice from juniors working late nights.Q. Your moving sculptures convey stories of life. Could you tell us about your philosophy of art? My work starts with people and the heart. People are beings moved by the heart, which in turn moves others and changes the world. Machines run on electricity, but humans act on the heart, and the output is different. Visualizing emotional waves and the energy of the heart is central to my work. I believe I received the Artist of the Year award because, in this era, the movement of the heart and small human stories have become key themes.Q. Your works communicate comfort and connection. Where do you find inspiration for these themes? I ve always been interested in emotional exchange. I see art as a medium that visually captures and shares moments of emotion. From my first year, I pondered questions like Where is the wrist? and delved into the essence of things, which evolved into a philosophical reflection on vocation and influenced later series. I ve sought the essence of emotion within small, subtle feelings and adhesive-like relationships.Q. Your work titles, such as In a Field of the Familiar Yet Unknown and Technology Comes from Devotion, are very unique. How do you choose them? I believe titles must be short but convey a strong message. After putting my child to sleep, I sometimes spend 1-2 hours focused on writing or titling. Titles should stick in people s memories like advertising copy. Writing is occasionally my main occupation because the title is the cover that best explains my work. Since grabbing the audience s attention is crucial, I put great care into naming.Q. What are your future creative plans or projects you want to challenge? I am preparing a series about mothers. Raising a child has made me deeply appreciate the greatness of mothers as creators and nurturers, and I want to express that in my work.Q. What message would you like to share with Gachon University s College of Arts students and young artists? The AI era is an era of opportunity for artists. If you can showcase the uniqueness of your creativity, emotion, and tactile skills, you can definitely get noticed. I encourage students to visit libraries and study magazines from the past five years to learn about trends in architecture, advertising, real estate, etc. At school, it s important not just to learn but to absorb and awaken to new insights. When lost or struggling, following the paths of seniors can help you explore your own way.Art is romantic, but realization requires thorough calculation and execution. How you spend each day and how efficiently matters. Artists must grow not only through imagination but also through realistic planning. Calculate your daily productivity and keep your mind active even on the way to school. From the moment you enter the gate, the work has already begun. I m very proud to be a Gachon University art graduate, and our university is gaining recognition in the domestic and international art scenes. Don t forget this, and I support your future as artists.Thank you.

Reported by Chosun Ilbo, TV Chosun, MBN, and others praised as The World's Youngest-Looking Person Who Could Make It into the Guinness Book TVchosun link The recent status of Gachon University President Lee Gilya has been widely reported by the media, sparking ongoing buzz both online and offline. On the 13th and 14th, major outlets such as Chosun Ilbo, Dong-A Ilbo, Maeil Business Newspaper, and Korea Economic Daily highlighted President Lee s appearance in a university promotional video, where she delivered her message with clear pronunciation, a steady voice, and upright posture showcasing her remarkably youthful look. TV Chosun and MBN each covered the story in segments lasting around five minutes. President Lee Gilya has drawn attention as a symbol of ageless beauty, with features that defy her 93 years such as a youthful appearance, full head of hair, sharp eyes, and a bright e-x-p-r-e-s-s-i-o-n. Media outlets have pointed to several secrets behind her seemingly 60-something physical condition, including genetics, drinking warm water upon waking, never skipping breakfast, regular walking, a positive mindset, and a diligent, disciplined lifestyle. Her commitment to daily stretching, avoiding spicy and salty foods, and complete abstinence from alcohol and smoking is cited as the foundation of her sustained health and vitality. President Lee recently appeared in a university promotional video released on Gachon University s official YouTube channel, where she stated, In the age of AI and platforms, there are no boundaries, expressing a strong determination that Gachon University will leap forward as the top platform university. The video also shows President Lee smiling and engaging warmly in conversation with students. In May 2023, President Lee spontaneously danced to Psy s Gangnam Style in front of students at the university festival. A short-form video of this, produced by the university s PR office and shared on the official YouTube and Instagram channels, has surpassed 5 million views.

A research paper by Professor Joo Ji-young of Gachon University s College of Nursing has been selected as the Top Cited Article among papers published in 2023 by Nursing Open, a journal from Wiley Publishers (Journal Citation Reports; Clarivate).The award-winning paper, titled Fragmented care and chronic illness patient outcomes: A systematic review, was published as a sole-authored article in Nursing Open in 2023.In this study, Professor Joo systematically reviewed the impact of fragmented and short-term care services on patients with chronic illnesses, highlighting how such care leads to increased hospital utilization and rising healthcare costs. The research emphasizes the importance of sustainable, comprehensive, and patient-centered nursing care.This paper ranks among the top 10 most cited articles globally for the year, and marks the third time Professor Joo has been recognized by Wiley Publishers for her research, having previously received both Top Cited Article and Top Downloaded Article honors for other publications.

A Hub for Battery Technology Leading Research and Global Talent DevelopmentShin Youngjun, Former CTO of LG Energy Solution, Appointed as the Inaugural DirectorOn the 11th, Gachon University held an opening ceremony for the Battery Future Technology Research Institute at the university's convention center and took a commemorative photo to mark the occasion.□ Article Link : ① YTN ② MBN ③ DONGA ④ JOONGANGOn April 11, Gachon University held the opening ceremony for the Battery Future Technology Research Institute at the Gachon Convention Center and unveiled its vision to become a Top 10 Global, No. 1 in Korea, World-Class Research Institute. Shin Youngjun, former Vice President and CTO (Chief Technology Officer) of LG Energy Solution, was appointed as the institute's first director. Now serving as a distinguished professor at Gachon University, Professor Shin is a leading expert in Korea s battery industry, known for his work in next-generation battery technologies such as lithium-sulfur and all-solid-state batteries, as well as his leadership in industry-academia collaboration.The event was attended by over 130 guests, including President Lee Gilya of Gachon University; Shin Heedong, President of the Korea Electronics Technology Institute (KETI); Park Taesung, Vice Chairman of the Battery Industry Association; Lee Jihoon, Center Director at Toray Advanced Materials; Won Doyoung, Senior Executive of the ISU Group; university faculty; and professors and graduate students from the School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Battery Engineering.President Lee Gilya of Gachon University delivers a congratulatory address at the opening ceremony of the Battery Future Technology Research Institute, held on April 11 at the university s convention center.The event proceeded with a presentation of the institute and its vision by Director Shin Youngjun, congratulatory remarks by President Lee Gilya and other key figures, and an official appointment ceremony for the institute's director.During his presentation, Director Shin introduced the Battery Future Technology Research Institute as a hub for future battery technologies. He unveiled a vision for the institute to become a world-class leader that immediately comes to mind when thinking of battery innovation, built on three core strategies:△ Strengthening industry-academia-research collaboration△ Enhancing research infrastructure△ Operating practical education programsThe institute plans to identify joint research projects through close collaboration with industry partners, pursue future technology research jointly with KETI, and promote hands-on partnerships by inviting industry-experienced faculty members.In terms of research, the institute will expand its faculty in key fields such as core materials, battery design, and advanced analysis, increasing its team from the current 28 members. Infrastructure development will include constructing a new Industry-Academia Collaboration Building and equipping it with shared analysis facilities. On the educational front, the institute aims to develop trend-driven curricula, deliver hands-on education using KETI s pilot-scale equipment, and operate international joint research and exchange programs to nurture globally capable and practical talent.Director Shin emphasized, Under our Education Research Industry-Academia Double-Up roadmap, we aim to more than double the number of graduate students, published research papers, and collaborative industry-academic projects by 2030. Gachon University established its undergraduate Battery Engineering major in 2022 and admitted its first class in 2023. The university focuses on developing specialized, high-tech talent in the secondary battery field through an intensive and practical education model. It has also created a project-based learning environment with facilities such as a mirror-type lab and a dry room. In 2023, Gachon University received an increase of 50 student slots in the Ministry of Education s advanced field quota allocation, expanding the major s enrollment capacity to 100 students.Additionally, the university was selected for the 2022 Government Joint Secondary Battery Industry Talent Development Project and the 2023 Advanced Field Convergence Innovation University Project. Most notably, in March 2025, Gachon University was the only institution in the country selected for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy s 2025 Advanced Industry Specialized Graduate School Support Program in the battery sector. Through this, the university will receive KRW 15 billion (approximately USD 11 million) over five years.In her congratulatory address, President Lee Gilya stated, The Battery Future Technology Research Institute will serve as a platform for seamless collaboration among academia, industry, and research, and a hub for technological innovation and talent development. Based on our ongoing battery specialization efforts and strategic roadmap, Gachon University is committed to leading the future of the domestic and global battery industry.

A Delegation of 24 Professors Attend, Presenting Papers in Advanced Fields and Strengthening Global NetworkingProfessors from Gachon University pose for a commemorative photo at the 2025 MRS Spring Meeting, held on April 10 at the Seattle Convention Center in the United States.From April 7 to 11, Gachon University sent a delegation of 24 professors specializing in advanced technologies, including semiconductors, to the 2025 MRS Spring Meeting Exhibit, the world s largest international academic conference in materials science, held at the Seattle Convention Center in Washington State, USA. The team presented their latest research findings at the event.It is uncommon for a university to independently send such a large faculty delegation to an international academic conference. Gachon University aims to showcase its research capabilities in cutting-edge technology fields on a global stage, share international research outcomes, and further strengthen its research and educational capacity through this participation.In 2024, Gachon University established Korea s first standalone Semiconductor College and was designated a Ministry of Education Semiconductor-Specialized University. Professors from the Department of Semiconductor Engineering, Department of Electronic Engineering, Department of Semiconductor Physics, Department of Semiconductor Display, and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering attended the conference, presenting a total of 12 research papers.Key presentation topics included:△ Oxide semiconductor-based thin-film transistor technology (Professors Lee Sangryul and Choi Seungwook)△ Textile-based flexible OLED sensor development (Professors Cho Euisik and Lim Moosub)△ Drug screening and treatment technologies using 3D cell-chip platforms (Professors Cho Seongbo and Park Geunju)Other presentations highlighted advanced research achievements in areas such as optoelectronics, quantum dots, and energy harvesting devices, covering display, energy, and bio-convergence fields.The 2025 MRS Spring Meeting featured around 100 detailed symposia, exhibitions, poster sessions, and expert panels centered around nine major themes:△ Electronics, Optics, and Photonics△ Energy Materials△ Soft and Biomaterials△ Quantum Materials and Topological Systems△ SustainabilityAmong the attendees were numerous global scholars, including Nobel and Kavli Prize laureates, making the conference a prime platform for high-level technical networking.Professor Lee Sangryul, Dean of the Semiconductor College, stated, This international academic conference was a valuable opportunity to directly engage with world-renowned scholars and share our research achievements. We hope it leads to further collaborations, including joint research and international academic exchanges. President Lee Gilya remarked, Through our faculty s participation in the MRS, Gachon University will expand its global networking in key advanced technology fields such as semiconductors, batteries, and biotechnology. We will continue to enhance our research infrastructure and industry-academia collaboration systems to strengthen the university s global competitiveness.

Experiments Conducted on Carbon Capture Equipment to Verify the Performance of CO₂ AbsorbentsOn the 3rd, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries signed an Industry-Academia Cooperation Agreement at the university s Gachon Hall and took a commemorative photo to mark the occasion.On the 3rd, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries (CEO Choi Seongan) signed an Industry-Academia Cooperation Agreement for the Development of Future Innovative Technologies and the Nurturing of Outstanding Talent at the medium conference room in Gachon Hall. The signing ceremony was attended by Gachon University Vice President Yoon Wonjoong, Samsung Heavy Industries Vice President Lee Dongyeon, and about ten officials from both organizations.This agreement builds on the first year of collaboration initiated last year and marks the beginning of a second-year partnership. It aims to strengthen Samsung Heavy Industries research network and focuses on developing future innovative technologies, conducting eco-friendly technology research at the Pangyo R D Center, and securing top technical talent.Through this partnership, Gachon University and Samsung Heavy Industries have signed an R D contract to carry out commissioned research projects. As part of this, experiments will be conducted on carbon capture equipment to verify the performance of CO₂ absorbents, leveraging Gachon University s research expertise to meet Samsung Heavy Industries needs for real-ship applications of carbon capture systems. Last year s efforts focused on building a lab-scale onboard carbon capture system (OCCS).Additional research projects include:△ Corrosion cause analysis within the carbon capture system△ Investigation of sodium-based battery and resource recovery technologies△ Development of an AI-based Heat Tint Classification MethodGachon University Vice President Yoon Wonjoong stated, Through this agreement, we aim to further strengthen our collaboration with Samsung Heavy Industries and contribute to the development of future technologies and the cultivation of talent. We will continue leading carbon reduction and eco-friendly technology development through ongoing research efforts. Samsung Heavy Industries Vice President Lee Dongyeon remarked, Last year, we successfully built an onboard carbon capture system in collaboration with Gachon University. This year, we aim to generate tangible research outcomes based on that success and accelerate sustainable technological innovation.

President Lee Gilya: Korea s First and Only Specialized College We Will Provide Tailored Services for International Students On the 19th, Gachon University took a commemorative photo during the 2025 Gachon University International College entrance ceremony held at the University's Yeaum Hall.. Gachon University has established Korea s first college exclusively for international students, named the International College, and held its entrance ceremony on the 19th at the University s Yeaum Hall. The event was attended by Dean Choi Kyungjin of the International College, faculty members, and international students. To enhance the efficiency of international student management, Gachon University launched the International College in December of 2024. The college consists of eight departments: △ Department of Business Administration △ Department of Media and Communication △ Department of Tourism Management △ Department of Psychology △ Department of Computer Engineering △ Division of International Studies (Global Liberal Arts) △ Division of International Studies (Korean Studies) △ Department of Korean Language Education In the spring semester of the 2025 academic year, 580 freshmen were admitted to the International College. With around 400 more students expected to enroll in the fall semester, the total number of new students for the 2025 academic year is projected to reach approximately 1,000. The entrance ceremony began with an opening session, followed by a congratulatory address by President Lee Gilya, an introduction of the faculty, a welcome speech by the Dean of the International College, a freshman oath, the singing of the school anthem, and the closing ceremony. Following the ceremony, an orientation program was held, which included: △ Introduction to the University and international student programs △ Viewing of the university promotional video △ Sexual harassment prevention education △ Education on Korean laws and regulations. A student from the International College, L Thị Linh (Vietnam), reads the freshman oath during the entrance ceremony. Gachon University offers customized general education and major courses for international students, along with a variety of early adjustment programs designed to help students adapt quickly. These include specialized Korean language education, a buddy program, camping events, and the FC Gachon program. In her congratulatory speech, Gachon University President Lee Gilya stated, The International College is a one-of-a-kind college exclusively for international students, and we will provide top-tier specialized services such as dedicated faculty and a counseling center. She added, I hope our international students will transcend borders and races to become global leaders and achieve their limitless dreams.