In this blog post, I’d like to discuss the social perceptions, traffic conditions, and institutional challenges faced by motorcycle riders in South Korea, as well as the joy and happiness they experience.   The Meaning of Motorcycles and Riders “Motorcycle” is a common term used to refer to both motorized bicycles and two-wheeled motor vehicles; it is also called a “motorcycle” or “bike.”...

In this blog post, we will examine how the regulations on large supermarkets currently in effect in South Korea affect local businesses, traditional markets, consumers, farmers and fishermen, and small and medium-sized suppliers, and consider whether these regulations infringe upon the principles of a market economy and consumers’ right to choose.   Why Were Regulations on Large Supermarkets...

In this blog post, we’ll examine the development of the electrical and electronics industry—one of South Korea’s core industries—as well as the education and research programs at Seoul National University’s School of Electrical and Information Engineering, and explore the opportunities that electrical and information engineering offers across various industries and career paths.   Electrical...

In this blog post, we’ll examine how mobile communications in South Korea has evolved—from car phones through 1G analog mobile communications, 2G CDMA, 3G, and 4G LTE to today’s 5G.   The Evolution of Mobile Communications That Ushered in the Smartphone Era Just a few years ago, Apple and Samsung Electronics were locked in a fierce legal battle over smartphone technology and design. Since...

In this blog post, we’ll take a natural and easy-to-understand look at the principles and types of semiconductors, their applications in everyday life, and the present and future of South Korea’s semiconductor industry.   Semiconductors are one of South Korea’s key industries today. It is no exaggeration to say that semiconductors are used in nearly every electronic device in modern society...

In this blog post, we’ll examine the sacrifices made by Korean independence activists during the Japanese colonial period from the perspective of altruistic behavior, and explore why people engage in actions that don’t directly benefit them using the “costly signaling” hypothesis.   The Independence Movement and Altruistic Behavior “Hey, Samcheonbul! We mustn’t forget us~” Have you seen the...

In this blog post, we examine whether South Korea’s regulations on large supermarkets are effectively achieving their original purpose of protecting traditional markets and local commercial districts, and whether there is a need to maintain this system in the face of a changing retail landscape.   Why Were the Operating Restrictions on Large Supermarkets Introduced? In December 2010, a large...

In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept, characteristics, manufacturing process, and various applications of latex to understand why it has long been a beloved material for bedding.   What is latex, and what are its characteristics? You’ve probably heard the advertising slogan, “A bed is science,” at least once. While this slogan emphasizes the application of various scientific and...

In this blog post, we’ll examine the changes brought about by artificial intelligence technologies, such as deep learning, their future potential, and the impact they will have on human society.   What are artificial intelligence and deep learning? There is an issue that is consistently discussed not only in South Korea but around the world: the shortage of jobs. However, even among humans...

In this blog post, we will examine the structure of drillships—developed for exploring oil and natural gas in deep waters—and their core technology, the Dynamic Positioning (DP) system. We will also explore the background behind South Korea’s shipbuilding industry securing a strong competitive edge in the global drillship market in the early 2010s and discuss its significance today.  ...