Science and Environment

Korea Institute of Energy Research (KIER) - Conducts research and development on energy conservation technologies and new green power sources.
http://www.kier.re.kr/

Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) - Non-profit government-funded research organization for IT, with current research, library, jobs open, technology transfer patents, and journal.
http://www.etri.re.kr/

Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) - Government sponsored institute conducting research programs on electric power supply, energy efficiency, environmental protection, electrophysics, power apparatus, superconductivity, power-line telecommunication, and advanced materials.
http://www.keri.re.kr/

Korean Mathematical Society - The official academic society of Korean mathematicians. Details about the group, activities, publications, and membership.
http://www.kms.or.kr/

Center for Advanced Aerospace Materials (CAAM) - Studies range from theoretical inelastic deformation studies to the practical application and development of materials used in engineering of aerospace structures. At Pohang University of Science and Technology.
http://www.postech.ac.kr/center/caam/index_en.html

Science and Technology Policy Institute (STEPI) - Provides the government with policy alternatives based on research and analysis on key issues in science and technology, assists private industries with strategies for innovation, and disseminates information on science and technology policy, indicators and statistics.
http://www.stepi.re.kr/english/index.html

Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) - Conducts research to help Korea achieve self-reliance in nuclear technology by augmenting and improving existing technology.
http://www.kaeri.re.kr/engnew/

Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI) - Performs examinations, research, and investigations in science, technology, computing, and the IT industry.
http://www.kisti.re.kr/

Learn About Korea: Geology - Concise introduction to the geological formations found in the country.
http://www.korea.net/korea/kor_loca.asp?code=A0105

Meteorological Research Institute (METRI) - Seeks more accurate weather forecasting through atmospheric numerical modeling, satellite and radar, climate system modeling, micrometeorology, marine meteorology, earthquake research, and global atmosphere observation.
http://www.metri.re.kr/

Chi-Hwan Lee, Ph.D. Power Electronics Lab - Research topics include motor control, CNC system and HID ballast.
http://www.pwm.pe.kr/

Korea Astronomy Observatory - With current research, listings of Korean observatories, education, traditional astronomy, as well as stellar, lunar and weather information.
http://www.kao.re.kr/html/english/

Korea Institute of Geology, Mining and Materials (KIGAM) - Embraces the maximization of effective Korean land use, environmental geology including underground water contamination, protection against natural disasters and the recycling of mineral and material wastes.
http://www.kigam.re.kr/

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) - Guide to KAIST, admissions, colleges, research, campus life, computing, and visitor's guide. In Daejon City.
http://www.kaist.ac.kr/

Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) - Develops, and tests of new designs of airplanes, supports national development projects, and conducts research and development and launching of artificial satellites.
http://www.kari.re.kr/

National Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology (NIAST) - Surveys and monitors soil, water and climate, conducts impact analysis, and seeks remedies.
http://www.niast.go.kr/

Korea Institute for Advanced Study (KIAS) - School of Mathematics, located in Seoul.
http://www.kias.re.kr/en/programs/math.jsp

Korea Basic Science Institute - Develops and operates state-of-the-art research equipment for joint research projects that are too expensive for individual centers and universities.
http://www.kbsi.re.kr/

National Horticultural Research Institute - State run institute researching breeding, cultivation methods, growth environment conditions, postharvest technology, and seed production of horticultural crops.
http://www.nhri.go.kr/

Institute of Industrial Science and Technology - A research center for long-term projects and future technologies related to POSCO, developing iron and steel manufacturing technologies.
http://www.rist.re.kr/

South Korean Space Activities - Analysis of recent activities compiled by the Federation of American Scientists.
http://www.fas.org/spp/guide/skorea/

Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety - Technical expert organization which performs regulatory functions related to nuclear power plants and radiation facilities. Includes information about nuclear power program, legal requirements, radiation background, and related topics.
http://www.kins.re.kr/