A new Physical AI technology cuts driving time for robots in logistics centers and smart factories by up to 30%, improving navigation efficiency through social behavior modeling. The tech allows robots to forget unnecessary information, share important details, and achieve more efficient cooperative navigation.
The researchers successfully developed an optical interferometer-based sensor system that can simultaneously measure ultra-precise force and depth information. The sensor system uses principles of optical coherence tomography (OCT) and Fabry–Pérot interferometry, enabling stable measurements even with inconsistent speed.
A new surface modification technology has been developed using a novel polydopamine-based coating, showing great promise for medical patches, wearable sensors, and other applications. The coating demonstrates strong antibacterial and antiviral properties while being safe and non-toxic.
The research team developed an artificial plant device that simulates plant transpiration, collecting and purifying radioactive cesium using sunlight alone. The technology significantly reduces the concentration of cesium in contaminated soil within 20 days.
A research team at DGIST has successfully developed a drop-and-spread inkjet printing technique to fabricate high-sensitive biosensors. The technology enables precise sensor fabrication without expensive equipment, showing potential for early diagnosis and real-time monitoring of neurological diseases.
Researchers at DGIST developed a high-performance color-conversion layer that delivers vivid color reproduction while maintaining performance even when stretched by more than 50%. The new technology enables direct linkage of quantum dots with stretchable polymers, overcoming challenges in commercializing flexible displays.
Researchers at DGIST developed an implantable wireless neural interface capable of delivering drugs precisely to deep brain regions without external equipment. The device's micro-pump and microchannel structure enable precise drug infusion, overcoming the blood-brain barrier's limitations.
A research team at DGIST developed a Direct Optical Lithography (DOL) technology that patterns Quantum Dots (QDs) at ultra-high resolution, improving color reproduction and device performance. The technology achieved 2 μm patterning with excellent precision and stability.
The study demonstrates the clinical feasibility of simultaneous cell isolation technology, capturing tumor cells and microenvironment cells with high efficiency. The technology improves sensitivity and precision of liquid biopsy, increasing accuracy of early diagnosis and treatment response monitoring.
A new organic HTL material incorporating dibenzofuran improves both efficiency and lifetime of quantum-dot light-emitting diodes (QLEDs). The material achieved a high external quantum efficiency of 25.7% and a device lifetime of approximately 1.46 million hours, significantly longer than conventional devices.
A team of scientists has identified a novel DNA damage repair pathway in human cells, revealing that proteins present in the nuclear membrane directly interact with damaged DNA. This breakthrough could lead to the development of new cancer treatments that target this pathway and overcome treatment resistance.
A study by DGIST researchers reveals that protein-absorptive microplastics disrupt brain cell functions and induce inflammatory responses. The research team used proteomics analysis to examine how microplastics bind to proteins and alter cellular functions.
A research team at DGIST has developed an 'ultrasound-based wireless charging technology' that can fully charge a commercial battery within two hours, even inside the human body. The technology achieves world-class energy efficiency by combining output from two piezoelectric layers.
A team of scientists at DGIST has created a new catalyst that boosts the performance and longevity of hydrogen fuel cells. By combining platinum with calcium, they achieved levels surpassing 2025 targets, paving the way for widespread adoption in hydrogen vehicles and power generation.
Researchers at DGIST have developed a deep learning-based technology to distinguish lung cancer gene mutations by measuring the stiffness of exosomes. The study enables rapid and precise analysis of individual exosomes, showing promise for a next-generation liquid biopsy platform.
The developed three-phase EDS system uses a wind-powered rotational triboelectric nanogenerator to generate high voltage, achieving efficient dust removal and restoring solar panels' conversion efficiency. This technology reduces maintenance costs and can be applied across various environments.
Researchers developed a technology that efficiently converts carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide by precisely controlling the interaction between rhodium and a zinc-based carrier. This breakthrough enables selective conversion at lower temperatures than previously possible, increasing production rates of useful industrial materials.
Researchers at DGIST successfully developed thin-film solar cells with a narrow band gap that can operate at low temperatures and achieve high efficiencies on transparent substrates. The technology enables the production of bifacial solar cells that can generate power from both front and back sides, increasing overall efficiency.
Researchers at DGIST developed a high-efficiency PV-based hydrogen production technology using eco-friendly ternary quantum dots. The team successfully controlled the synthesis mechanism of copper indium sulfide, eliminating heavy metals and producing hydrogen using sunlight.
A research team at DGIST developed an algorithm that allows inexpensive sensors to detect transparent obstacles like glass walls. The probabilistic incremental navigation-based mapping (PINMAP) algorithm accumulates rare point data and calculates the likelihood of glass wall presence, achieving detection performance comparable to expen...
Researchers developed a new nanomaterial and fiber structure that improves power output of piezoelectric fibers, generating enough electricity to light LEDs or run small devices. The fiber sensor can detect external forces and transmit data wirelessly for real-time landslide detection systems.
The DGIST research team has identified a molecular mechanism that coordinates the operation of NMDA glutamate receptors, key to regulating excitatory synapse function in the brain. This discovery provides clues for developing treatments for brain diseases such as autism spectrum disorders.
A study by DGIST researchers found that brain inflammation leads to overactivity in NMDA glutamate receptors, causing repetitive behaviors in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Administering memantine, a treatment for Alzheimer's disease, reduced symptoms and restored normal activity.
Researchers have successfully produced eco-friendly solar hydrogen for the first time using a quantum semiconductor nanocluster, consisting of 26 atoms. The breakthrough could expand into various possibilities in energy, environment, and quantum science.
The researchers developed a next-generation AI electronic nose that can distinguish scents like the human olfactory system and analyze them using artificial intelligence. The device uses a laser to process a thin carbon-based material and incorporates a cerium oxide nano catalyst to create a sensitive sensor array.
A research team at DGIST has developed a world-first perovskite-based betavoltaic cell with stable power output and high energy conversion efficiency by embedding carbon-14-based quantum dots into the electrode and enhancing the perovskite absorber layer's crystallinity. The technology offers a promising next-generation energy solution...
Scientists have successfully induced ferromagnetism in pure vanadium oxide by controlling its oxidation states, offering a promising approach to developing advanced magnetic materials. The study demonstrates that by adjusting the oxidation levels of vanadium ions, researchers can engineer ferromagnetic behavior in the material.
Researchers developed a next-generation exosome-based combination therapy to effectively treat metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). The therapy regulates metabolic abnormalities, inflammation, and fibrosis simultaneously by attaching FGF21 and miRNA-223 to the surface of exosomes.
The researchers developed a platform technology that stably attaches functional substances to the surface of exosomes without structural damage or functional degradation. This approach enables the production of tailored exosomes for targeted cancer treatment, improving anticancer efficacy.
Researchers at DGIST have identified a key regulator of the process, MYB74, which guides the transformation of residual cells into epidermal cells. This discovery could lead to advancements in agricultural and food production technologies, optimizing crop productivity and contributing to food security.
Researchers observed and identified the water-induced degradation mechanism of perovskite at the atomic scale, proposing strategies to enhance its stability. Coating nanocrystal surfaces with ligands or hydrophobic polymers slows down degradation rates, providing critical insights into the fundamental stability issues of perovskite.
The DGIST research team successfully fine-tuned the Rabi oscillation of polaritons by leveraging changes in electrical properties induced by crystal structure transformation. This allows for precise control over quantum particle states, enhancing the feasibility of practical quantum technology.
Researchers developed a technology that dramatically enhances the stability of ultra-thin metal anodes using electrolyte additives, improving both lifetime and efficiency of lithium batteries. This advancement enables longer-lasting batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
A team led by Professor Jeong Youngtae has discovered the identity and differentiation process of human cervical stem cells using organoid models. Lactic acid bacteria were found to inhibit the development of cervical cancer by secreting lactic acid that impedes the effects of the human papillomavirus.
Researchers at DGIST have made a breakthrough in eco-friendly solar cells by increasing their power conversion efficiency to up to 8.26%. The new technology uses silver bismuth sulfide nanocrystals with a special mixed structure, allowing electricity to flow better and maintaining performance even in thicker layers.
The research team developed a soft-actuated cuff electrode that securely encases nerves without causing damage. The electrode features a three-dimensional structure that reduces direct contact with the nerve while enhancing adhesion, allowing for accurate neural signal detection.
Researchers at DGIST have developed high-capacity, high-safety anode materials that can significantly increase the driving range of electric vehicles. By setting a high initial activation charging voltage, they prevented nano-cracks and structural collapse, leading to improved battery performance and safety.
Researchers from DGIST develop a catalytic technology that effectively removes additives hindering plastic recycling, using sugar-derived cyclodextrin. This breakthrough provides an alternative to complex processes and suggests expandability into environmental remediation.
Researchers developed a smart patch that integrates sensors and drug delivery systems, enabling real-time biometric signal monitoring and immediate drug administration. The technology has high applicability across various medical fields, including glucose management and chronic disease treatment.
The researchers developed a system that generates electricity and light simultaneously using motion and pressure, stably producing up to 60V and 395nA without degrading performance. This technology has the potential to improve safety in disasters and sports, as well as reduce environmental impact through energy harvesting.
A research team at DGIST developed innovative artificial muscle fibers that can produce and store energy, mimicking real muscles. The fibers, made from eco-friendly poly(lactic acid) and bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane, demonstrated exceptional durability and performance, with applications in advanced textiles, medical robotics, a...
A research team developed semiconductor fibers that emulate the five human senses, measuring changes in light, chemicals, pressure, pH, and mechanical strain. The fibers' unique structure allows precise control of their three-dimensional spiral shape, enabling them to detect a variety of environmental information.
The discovery of a '1/3' fractional quantum Hall state in twisted graphene could lead to the development of more efficient electronic devices. The researchers used a unique structure comprising two slightly twisted layers of graphene, observing new patterns that create different rules for governing electron movement.
The study successfully developed a controlled nucleation doping method to induce stable and precise doping in ZnSe semiconductor nanocrystals. This technology eliminates the use of heavy metals, addressing environmental concerns while enabling practical applications for advanced electronic devices.
A novel nitrogen-doped porous carbon material improves lithium-sulfur battery performance by increasing sulfur loading and reducing lithium polysulfide migration. The battery achieves a high capacity of 705 mAh g⁻¹ under rapid charging conditions, demonstrating excellent stability.
The triple-layer solid polymer electrolyte battery developed by DGIST improves fire safety and lifespan, addressing structural limitations and dendrite issues common in conventional batteries. The battery retains about 87.9% of its performance after 1,000 charging cycles, demonstrating a notable improvement in durability.
The research team created a high-performance self-charging energy storage device using transition metal-based composite materials. The device demonstrated improved energy density (35.5 Wh kg⁻¹) and power density (2555.6 W kg⁻¹), with minimal degradation during repeated charge and discharge cycles.
Researchers at DGIST developed a novel algorithm that analyzes envelope features of radar signals to improve target differentiation. This breakthrough technology enables nearly double the resolution without increasing bandwidth or requiring new hardware, enhancing object recognition precision in automotive and aerospace applications.
Researchers at DGIST have developed a novel brain stimulation technology using an ultra-small coil to stimulate specific areas of the brain with high precision. This approach eliminates the need for large devices and minimizes risk of brain tissue damage.
A study by DGIST researchers found that Piezo channels detect food accumulation and trigger swallowing behavior in C. elegans. The discovery sheds light on the fundamental question of how internal sensations regulate food intake and may provide clues for treating digestive disorders.