Science

Technology
Policy
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY THAT CHANGES WORLD,
POLICY THAT CARES ABOUT HUMANITY
www.stepi.re.kr

Science and Technology Policy Institute

5-7th Fl., Building B, Sejong National Research Complex 370,

Sicheong-daero, Sejong-si, 339-007, KOREA

T. 82.44.287.2000 F. 82.44.287.2068

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Science and Technology
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As a global think tank specialized in S&T policy,

STEPI constantly communicates with society
while reflecting on the spirit of the times

We are looking forward to seeing how science and technology

bring greater hope and happiness to our country.

STEPI will do its best to suggest relevant policy alternatives through

which science and technology can enrich quality of life and create greater values in the future.

STEPI strives to become a global leader in S&T policy research.

CONTENTS

04 | Presidents Message
06 | Vision & Goals
08 | History
10 | Organization
12 | Research Areas
16 | Highlights
18 | Network
20 | Seminar & Conference
22 | Publications
24 | Online Service
26 | The Frontier Spirit
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Presidents Message

STEPI is committed to becoming a global think tank in S&T

policy research that leads the advancement of science
and technology for the sake of economic revitalization,
increased quality of life, and global prosperity

The Korean economy can be revived through the creative economy, and the key to realizing the creative
economy is innovation in science and technology. To this end, STEPI is faithfully fulfilling its duties to
implement national policy agendas and meet the prevailing demand for scientific and technological
advancement.

To guide the development of the national policy agenda and lead foresight research in Korea, STEPI
has established the Center for Strategic Foresight, and is also operating a program called Young
Innovators Talk with the goal of promoting entrepreneurship, a critical element in realizing the creative
economy, the current governments top priority in its national policy agenda. STEPI has also opened
the International Innovation Cooperation Center (IICC), which is tasked with the important mission of
exploring specific measures to promote Koreas national interests and its status in the international
community by implementing ODA through science, technology, and innovation.

Currently, STEPIs utmost priority is promoting convergence and collaboration across diverse disciplines
of policy research. The social issues facing the nation, which are the consequences of the quantitative
and qualitative growth of our economy, cannot be solved by taking a unilateral perspective or approach in
a single area. Now, an opportunity to engage in effective interdisciplinary policy research is emerging as
multiple government-funded research institutes have gathered together in the Sejong National Research
Complex. Building on this development, STEPI will strive to promote convergence and collaborative
research not only among research institutes in economics, humanities, and social science but also with
government-funded science and engineering research institutes. STEPI is also committed to promoting
an R&D system designed for challenging R&D projects, which are often subject to market failure, and
investigating and realigning the roles and responsibilities of government-funded research institutes so as
to assist small- and medium-sized companies.

For the past 70 years, Korea has been a fast follower, closely following the development paths of
other countries, but now, for the next 70 years, the country needs to adopt a so-called first mover
strategy in order to become a leader for other nations. As such, STEPI is proud to serve as a leading
global think tank in S&T policy research while endeavoring to tackle these national challenges. We look
forward to your continued interest in and support of STEPI. Thank you.

Jong Guk SONG

President
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Vision & Goals
STEPI conducts S&T policy research
to transform Korea into a country full of hope and happiness

STEPI is dedicated to developing national S&T policy and

contributing to the advancement of science and technology
by carrying out research and analyses of S&T-related
activities and other relevant socioeconomic issues.

STEPI is a think tank in S&T policy research that Three

contributes to the nations economic revival and the Core Values Strengthen national competitiveness
well-being of the Korean people by developing S&T
policies that encompass the people, society, and the Develop S&T policy that enhances
spirit of the times. quality of life

Contribute to the advancement

of the international community

To serve as an S&T policy think tank that

contributes to Koreas economic revival and Vision
the well-being of the Korean people

Management
Philosophy Lead efforts to develop a national
Five agenda through forward-looking
policy research
Management
To develop S&T policy that communicates Goals Expand open and cooperative research to
better respond to environmental changes
with people and societies worldwide based
on the nature of current trends
Establish a system for disseminating the
results of policy research

Establish a merit-based human

resources management system

Stabilize and adapt the organizational culture to

fit STEPIs new era in Sejong City
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History
STEPI has led S&T development in Korea through
its relentless pursuit of research
Since its establishment in 1987, STEPI has contributed to enhancing national competitiveness
and presented effective strategies for the future by leading the development of mid- to long-
term national S&T development plans and guiding the planning of national R&D projects.
STEPI will never cease in its endeavors to achieve growth through S&T policy.
January 1987
The Center for Science and
Technology Policy (CSTP)
was established as an
affiliate institute of KAIST
March 1987
Dr. Jongwook Lee was
inaugurated as the 1st
President
July 1989
Dr. Youngwoo Kim was
inaugurated as the 2nd
President
1987
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February 2016
Entrepreneurship & SME
Research Center and
Technology & Regulation
January 2014 Research Center were
The International launched under STEPI
Innovation
Cooperation Center
and Department April 2016
of S&T Policy The First issue of
Information were Entrepreneurship Korea
launched under STEPI was published
August 2011
Dr. Jong Guk SONG was September 2014
inaugurated Dr. Jong Guk SONG
as the 12th President was inaugurated
May 2002 as the 13th President
January 1999 Dr. Youngrak Choi was inaugurated October 2011
STEPI was re-established as a member as the 9th President
The Center for Strategic December 2014
institute of the National Research Council for Foresight was launched
March 1991 Economics and Social Sciences in accordance
The relocation of the
Dr. Younghwan Choi was inaugurated July 2005 under STEPI STEPI headquarters
with the Law on the Establishment, Operation, STEPIs affiliation was changed to Sejong City was
as the 3rd President
and Promotion of Government-Funded Research
Institutes
from the National Research Council
for Economics and Social Sciences
completed 2016
February 1993 to the National Research Council
Dr. Wonhoon Park was inaugurated for Economics, Humanities, and
as the 4th President
February 1999
The key responsibilities of the planning, Social Sciences in accordance
evaluation, and management of national R&D with the revision of the Law on
2014
May 1993 projects were transferred to the Korea Institute the Establishment, Operation,
The CSTP was renamed as the Science and of Science and Technology Evaluation and and Management of Government
Technology Policy Institute (STEPI) under the Korea Planning (KISTEP) Research Institutes
Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) (as of May 31, 2005)
April 1999
May 1993 The policy research function of ITEP was October 2005 2013
Dr. Youngwoo Kim was inaugurated merged with STEPI Dr. Sungchul Chung was The 1st Young Innovators Talk
as the 5th President inaugurated Forum was held
as the 10th President 2012
May 1999 The 1st STEPI
February 1996 Dr. Gwangnam Kang was inaugurated International Foresight
Dr. Insoo Kim was inaugurated as the 8th President August 2008 Symposium was held
as the 6th President Dr. Suk-Joon Kim was inaugurated 2010
2010
as the 11th President The first issue of
May 1999 STI Policy Review,
May 1998 A new STEPI with merged policy research an English language
The policy research functions of STEPI and ITEP were function was launched journal, was
merged, and STEPI was restructured to be affiliated published
with the National Research Council for Economics 2009
and Social Sciences The first issue of Future
2006 Horizon was published
August 1998
Dr. Moonho Chang was inaugurated 2000 2001
The 1st STEPI
The 1st Trilateral
Science and
as the 7th President Technology Policy
International Seminar was held
1998 Symposium
1992 The S&T Policy Forum was was held
The Technology and Policy initiated
1990 1991
The first issue of
(TAP) Training Program for S&T
policymakers from developing
Science and Technology
countries was launched
Policy was published
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Organization
STEPI has now been restructured into an organization Social Technology Innovation Research Unit
capable of effectively merging expertise from diverse fields Division for Innovation
Human Resources Policy Research Unit
R&D System Renovation Team
Policy Research R&D Evaluation and Impact Assessment Team

To be well-prepared for the future, far-reaching foresight is needed. Division for Industrial Service R&D Research Center
Green biotechnology Research Team
Innovation Research
Healthcare Innovation Research Team

To strengthen its foresight research capabilities in this era of liberalization and cooperation Global Policy
Research Center
and actively participate in international cooperation programs, STEPI has restructured its Center for Strategic
organization so as to achieve greater convergence and consilience of expertise from diverse Foresight
Vice
fields. President Technology & Regulation
Research Center

Entrepreneurship & SME Entrepreneurship Research Team

Research Center SME Research Team
Organization
Department of S&T Policy Trend & Industrial
Policy Information Indicator Analysis Team
Public Relations &
2 Research Divisions Publication Team
3 Departments
President
Department of Research Planning Team
Strategy & Planning Planning & Budget Team

Department of Personnel
5 Research Centers Administration Management Team
Financial
Research Inspector Management Team
Advisory General Information
Committe Management Team

International Innovation
Cooperation Center
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Research Areas
STEPI conducts research on topics
that reflect the common needs of the time
S&T policy needs to be developed in line with the needs of society and the pace of
innovation. In order to present S&T policies that can keep abreast of the ever changing
environment and the needs of the time, STEPI is conducting comprehensive research and
cooperation activities.
Exploring future S&T policy directions and
innovation strategies at the national level
Division for Innovation Policy Research
The Division explores the future directions of S&T
innovation policies and develops policy alternatives
to better respond to socioeconomic changes in the
future. Its areas of research include the S&T innovation
system and its governance, S&T policy coordination and
development strategy, and analysis and evaluation of
S&T policies and R&D results.
Social Technology Innovation Research Unit
Development of innovation policy to overcome societal challenges
Research on enhancing innovative capability of social economy
Transition of socio-technical system
Innovation and civil society
Human Resources Policy Research Unit
Policy planning and performance analysis of S&T human resources
Analysis of research and educational activities of universities and
research organizations
Analysis of the labor market of S&T human resources, including
their demand and supply
Analysis of S&T human resources statistics
Collection of information on S&T human resources policy and
analysis of policy trends
R&D System Renovation Team
Diagnosis of the structure of, plans and researches R&D projects
Research on NIS and R&D system
Division for Innovation
Policy Research Research on R&D system and system innovation
Research on science and technology legislative system
R&D Evaluation and Impact Assessment Team
Impact assessment of R&D investment
R&D efficiency and/or productivity analysis
Societal impact analysis of public R&D
Effectiveness of STI policy instruments
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Technology &
Regulation Research
Division for
Industrial
Center
Innovation
Research
Searching for new growth engine and means of
strengthening industrial competitiveness
Improving the regulatory policy and Researching
Division for Industrial Innovation Research on technological and industrial convergence
The Division explores innovation policies with the goal Technology & Regulation Research Center
of strengthening industrial competitiveness based on
an understanding of the characteristics of industrial The Center study regulatory policy to promote
innovation and corporate innovation activities. It also innovation of technology and industry. Centers main
engages in sectoral innovation research, mainly focused research is on policies and strategies geared toward
on emerging technologies, such as ICT, biotechnology, technological and industrial convergence.
and nanotechnology.
Finding solutions for regulatory issues on technology and
industry
Service R&D Research Center Developing pre-feasibility/post impact, and other such
Service R&D Research Center executes R&D in the field of service assessment methodologies for regulatory improvement
for Koreas service industry to serve as an effective growth engine Study of institutions such as public procurement, certification
by achieving sustainable competitiveness reinforcement and and standards
productivity elevation of Koreas service industry. Policy research on convergence R&D
Developing strategies for regulatory improvement measures
Presentation of R&D policy projects for the advancement of
based on innovation studies for promoting convergence
service industry
Examining the trends of service R&D in Korea and the world industries
and researching government-level support policies of major
countries
Exploration of potential service industries via evaluations of
competitiveness by categories of service R&D business types
and international comparative studies
Establishment of database of various kinds of statistics and
research materials related with service R&D
Green biotechnology Research Team
Planning for green biotechnology R&D policy
Research on brand new R&D programs of green biotechnology
Analysis of green biotechnology R&D performance
Establishment of databases and library for green biotechnology
Coordination for agriculture innovation forum
Healthcare Innovation Research Team
Research on Innovation strategy of healthcare industry
Research on foresight of healthcare industry
Analysis on policy for healthcare industry
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Entrepreneurship
& SME Research
Center
Global Policy
Research Center
Encouraging the entrepreneurship in Korea and
Supporting technology-based startups and SMEs
Entrepreneurship & SME Research Center
The center researches the corporate ecosystem in general
including technology-based startups and SMEs. The
entrepreneurship research team studies enterprise-related
issues and startup trends to suggest effective and timely
policies and acts as a bridge between the government
and the private sector. The SME research team conducts
research on business growth, collaborative ecosystem,
reinforcement of competition, educational-industrial
cooperation, etc., based on the technological innovation
competency of SMEs.
Entrepreneurship Research Team
Monitoring entrepreneurship in Korea
Study cases of young innovators and startups based on S&T
Research startup trends in major countries and comparative
studies on the levels of entrepreneurship
SME Research Team
Analysis of SMEs technological innovation competency and
evaluation of global strategies
Efficiency studies of SMEs technological innovation support
Performance analysis of SMEs technological innovation support
International
Innovation
Cooperation
Center
Center for Strategic
Foresight
Promoting exchange and cooperation in
S&T policy
Global Policy Research Center
The Center explores optimal policies for S&T-related
diplomacy, globalization, and cooperation, and
identifies issues in multilateral cooperation, including
cooperation with international organizations, and
explores policies designed to respond to global S&T-
related regulations, such as free trade agreements
(FTAs), and S&T counterstrategies in the Northeast
Asian region.
Policy research on S&T-related diplomacy, globalization,
and cooperation
Research on issues in multilateral cooperation, including
cooperation with international organizations
Preparation of responses to new S&T-related international
regulations, including FTAs
Analysis of S&T policy trend in China
Analysis of S&T counterstrategy in Northeast Asia
Analysis of S&T system in North Korea and inter-Korean
cooperation
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Supporting S&T policy research through accurate analysis of
Department of up-to-date information
S&T Policy
Information
Department of S&T Policy Information
The Department collects and analyzes S&T policy trends from both at
home and abroad.
It also supports the management and efficient use of S&T statistics and
indicators and conducts research on the global innovation scoreboard.
Collection and analysis of domestic and foreign S&T policy information
Support for the management and use of S&T statistics and indicators
Forecasting and preparing for future changes in society
Center for Strategic Foresight
The Center explores future strategies for coping with the
uncertainties stemming from the radical socioeconomic changes
occurring in nations around the world. It also conducts research
on methodologies for systematically analyzing future social issues
and policy alternatives for tackling these issues.
Projections of S&T-based future vision and future society
Establishment of Korean-style knowledge base for future forecasting
Development of foresight research processes and methods
Development of foresight crisis assessment and policy alternatives
Scanning of foresight issues
Supporting developing countries by implementing joint
projects with partners in developing countries
International Innovation Cooperation Center (IICC)
The Center explores projects that meet the demands of
developing countries who aspire to learn from Koreas S&T-based
development experience.
The Center also conducts policy planning for S&T infrastructure
and research on STI cooperation that contribute to the
advancement of developing countries.
Carrying out of technology cooperation projects aimed at strengthening
the capabilities of developing countries based on a comprehensive
understanding of their needs
Identification of business opportunities and utilization of local resources to
turn opportunities into tangible businesses
Development and operation of short- and long-term training programs for
developing countries
Analysis of basic data of partner countries and post-monitoring of their
performance after the implementation of S&T cooperation projects
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Highlights
STEPI has laid the foundation for national S&T policy
by carrying out insightful research and promoting the spirit of
participation
Since its inception in 1987, STEPI has conducted S&T foresight research through S&T
Forecasting 1987(1986~2005), which helped Korea develop mid- and long-term S&T
development plans.
Based on its research expertise in various fields, STEPI has presented an efficient
implementation mechanism for national S&T policy, promoted scientific and technological
advancement through international cooperation, and made significant achievements in
foresight research.
1987
Led S&T policy research in Korea as an independent research entity
specialized in S&T policy research
Established the foundation for the development of a mid- and long-term national
development plan by conducting a project called S&T Forecasting 1987(1986-2005)
Analyzed the future direction of national R&D projects, which progressed at an
accelerated pace throughout the 1980s due to the increase in government R&D
investment
1993 Established a big picture for the national S&T plan
Developed the blueprint for national S&T policy and technology development by drawing
up the Long-term S&T Development Plan for 2010
Presented a model for the efficient planning and evaluation of national R&D projects
through its planning of the G7 Projects, thereby presenting detailed implementation
policies going beyond overall S&T policy
Pursued international cooperation with developing countries by helping Indonesias
BPPT (S&T Evaluation Bureau) and LIPE (National Academy of Science) build a research
management system
Analyzed characteristics of technology innovation in domestic industries by conducting
technology innovation surveys of domestic manufacturing industries
1999
Played a pivotal role as an overarching research institute in S&T policy
Defined a new direction for the national innovation system, moving from an imitative to
a creative system, and presented detailed working plans
Developed a plan to establish an efficient regional innovation system in Korea by
drawing up the Comprehensive Plan for Promoting Regional S&T
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Presented a Grand Design of international S&T cooperation and carried out S&T policy
consulting and training programs (e.g., Technology and Policy [TAP] and APEC Research
and Technology [ART] programs) for developing countries, such as Indonesia, Algeria,
Tunisia, and Vietnam
Analyzed the trends and competitiveness of new technologies, such as IT, BT, NT, and
ET, which underwent rapid development in the 2000s
Presented a future policy direction for the development and utilization of high caliber S&T
human resources by forecasting mid- and long-term (2001-2010) supply and demand of
such human resources, which form the basis of national S&T development
2005 Presented a strategy for future national S&T investment
Proposed a new paradigm and detailed policy alternatives in S&T policy, thereby
contributing to improving the peoples quality of life by moving away from the old
paradigm of mainly supporting national economic growth
Contributed to the development of new policy themes and by defining policy directions,
concrete visions, and implementation initiatives for the establishment of a science and
technology-centered society
Defined a desirable direction for Koreas S&T budget by conducting various research
projects, including one titled Defining the Direction for National R&D Project Investment
Contributed to the development of the National Strategy and Five-Year Plan for Green
Growth, which has become a new growth engine for Korea
Developed a governance system for global S&T cooperation during the G20 Summit to
help Korea become a global leader in science and technology
2011 Solidified STEPIs position as a global leader in S&T policy researchh
Strengthened international cooperation networks by signing MOUs with various
international organizations and agencies and offered packaged ODA programs for
developing countries
Enhanced future strategy research, which serves as a fundamental foundation for the
long-term development of a country, and participated in the EU Framework Program as
part of this effort
2014 Presented S&T policy alternatives with the goal of contributing to
economic revival and the well-being of the Korean people
Presented policy alternatives through investigation and analysis of the efficiency of the
government R&D system and identification of R&D innovation measures
P resented policy alternatives and carried out technology innovation capability
assessments and diagnoses of entrepreneurship and incubation environments, based on
international comparison studies, so as to support small- and medium-sized companies
Presented a new paradigm for S&T innovation and contributed to the development of
the nations future strategy through S&T-based foresight research focused on solving
social problems
Preemptively developed policy alternatives, including inter-Korean ICT cooperation, to
promote inter-Korean S&T cooperation in preparation for Korean unification
Pursued close cooperation with relevant ministries, established lead agencies
responsible for ODA in S&T, and conducted surveys on the technology cooperation
needs of developing countries in order to promote ODA in S&T
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Network
STEPI is building a far-reaching global network
to keep pace with the current era of accelerated liberalization
and cooperation.
To keep pace with the everaccelerating changes in S&T and implement S&T policy in a
timely manner, close cooperation and communication are crucial.
By building networks with major universities, research institutes, and local governments
in Korea as well as with leading global educational institutions and policy research
organizations, STEPI aspires to accelerate its acquisition of up-to-date information and
conduct in-depth research.
cooperation
Domestic Network
10 universities including Korea University, Graduate School of Convergence Science & Technology of
Seoul National University, and University of Science and Technology (UST)
9 regional institutions including local governments and their affiliated research institutes such as Gyeonggi
Research Institute, Daejeon Development Institute, and Seoul Institute.
32 research institutes and other related institutes including Korea Institute of Science & Technology
Evaluation and Planning (KISTEP), Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI), Korea
Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (KOFST),
Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and Korea Entrepreneurship Foundation (KEF)

International Network

Middle East
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK)
The Iranian Research Organization for Science and Technology (IROST)

America
Centro de Investigacin y Asistencia en Tecnologa y Diseo del Estado de
Jalisco A.C. (CIATEJ)
National Council on Science and Technology (CONACYT)
SRI International
Administrative Department of Science, Technology and Innovation
(COLCIENCIAS)
The Public Company YACHAY EP
The National Council for Science, Technology and Technological Innovation
(CONYTEC)
Ministry of Economy, El Salvador (MINEC)
Asia
Asian Science Park Association (ASPA) Europe
National Institute of Science and Technology Policy (NISTEP)
Institute of Policy and Management, Chinese Academy of Science (IPM/CAS) Fraunhofer Institute for Systems Technology and Innovation Research (ISI)
Shanghai Institute for Science of Science (SISS) International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
Henan Science & Technology Exchange Center with Foreign Countries (HSTE)
Henan Academy of Social Sciences (HASS)
Chinese Academy of Science and Technology for Development (CASTED) Africa
Shanghai Academy of Science and Technology (SAST)
Shanghai Institute of Science and Technology Management (SISTM) Ministry of Science and Technology of the Federal Democratic
China Beijing Environment Exchange (CBEEX) Republic of Ethiopia (MoST)
Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission (BMSTC) Science and Technology Infornation Center (STIC)
The Science & Technology Policy Research and Information Center, National Applied Research Laboratories (STPI, NARL) Mekelle University
National Institute for Science and Technology and Strategy Studies (NISTPASS) Addis Ababa Institute of Technology
National Institute of Science, Technology, and Development Studies (NISTADS) Academy of Scientific Researches and Technology (ASRT)
University Brunei Darussalam (UBD) Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST)
Badan Pengkajian Dan Penerapan Teknologi (BPPT) African Academy of Sciences (AAS)
Indonesian Institute of Science (LIPI) The National Commission for Science, Technology & Innovation of the Republic
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) of Kenya (NACOSTI)
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Seminar & Conference
STEPI provides new opportunities for synergy through International events
active academic exchanges and open policy discussions
STEPI International Symposium
STEPI hosts various events where policy-makers, R&D experts, and experts from industry, This is an annual international symposium where domestic and foreign experts give
universities, and research institutes come together to share information on S&T policy and presentations and engage in discussions on S&T policy and technology innovation in

seek opportunities for mutual cooperation. order to share information on the S&T policy of their respective countries and build
global cooperation networks.

STEPI International Foresight Symposium

This is an annual international symposium where domestic and foreign experts
share their opinions on key foresight issues and explore new strategies and policy
alternatives from new perspectives.

Domestic events Trilateral Science and Technology Policy Seminar

This is an international joint seminar where five research institutes conducting
S&T innovation research in Northeast Asia gather together to share the progress
S&T Policy Forum
and results of their research projects through presentations and discussions. The
This is a forum where experts from government organizations,
seminar is aimed at strengthening the research capabilities of participating institutes
universities, and research institutes present and exchange their
and exploring measures to jointly cope with regional issues.
opinions on S&T policy in an effort to explore desirable policy
directions and alternatives.
Joint Korean-German Conference
This is an international joint conference where Korea and Germany, both of
Young Innovators Forum
which are leading global innovators, share their best practices in technology
These are a series of forums that introduce young innovators
development and innovation and pursue mutual cooperation for sake of scientific
and entrepreneurs who are trying to create a new future instead
and technological advancement.
of simply following the conventional path. At the forum, young
Korean innovators have opportunities to discuss and present policy
improvement ideas on how to overcome the barriers or obstacles Technology and Policy (TAP) Training Program
they face. This is a training program, jointly hosted by the Korea International Cooperation
Agency (KOICA), which invites high-ranking government officials and researchers
from developing countries involved in S&T policy planning and research to learn
Science and Technology ODA Forum
about Koreas accomplishments in S&T policy. It is also an opportunity for STEPI
This is a forum in which experts from universities, government, and
to promote policy sharing and mutual understanding among participants. Through
research institutes affiliated with local governments take part to share
these activities, STEPI contributes to building S&T cooperation networks with
their opinions and experiences with ODA projects. The forum is,
developing countries and promoting S&T exchanges with them.
therefore, aimed at promoting the efficiency of ODA projects and the
science and technology of developing countries.
APEC Research and Technology (ART) Program
This program serves to create connections among member economies of the
Research Exchange Forum
Asia-Pacific region by helping them build international networks in science and
This forum comprises a community of experts, through which
technology. The program also provides Korean participants with opportunities to be
researchers in S&T policy exchange research interests and conduct
exposed to different experiences unique to each APEC member state.
networking activities through online and offline channels. At the
forum, participants present their academic and creative research
results by specialty and promote cooperation with internal and International Conference on S&T Innovation and Development
external experts. This international conference focuses on discussing the roles of science and technology
in the national development of developing countries and developing an integrated
cooperation model for S&T innovation and development by promoting ODA in science
and technology and related academic research.
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dissemination
Publications www.foresight.kr

STEPI is a leader in the dissemination of research outcomes

and sharing of knowledge and information www.stepi.re.kr

STEPI strives to contribute to the advancement of global S&T policy by disseminating research
outcomes and sharing knowledge and information with those in the field worldwide.

To this end, STEPI offers a wide range of information on research outcomes in the field of
science and technology through the active publication of research reports, academic journals,
and other periodicals.

STEPI publications

www.stipolicyreview.net

STI Policy Review Trend & Issues

This is an English journal This is an online

Research Reports
These research reports
are published in the
three categories: policy
research, analysis
research, and policy
briefs. The policy research
reports are aimed at
presenting mid- and long-
term policy initiatives and
policy alternatives to the
government, while the
analysis research reports
are focused on analyzing
the statistics of S&T policy
and technology innovation.
The policy briefs are
developed for policy-
makers and as reference
materials for researchers.
Science and
Technology Policy
This is a monthly journal
that mainly discusses
issues or current
challenges facing S&T
innovation activities, both
at home and abroad,
analyzes S&T policy
trends from diverse
perspectives, and provides
relevant information to the
government so that is may
conduct effective S&T
policy-making.
STEPI Insight
This is a semimonthly
publication that
explores S&T policy
responses to the major
socioeconomic policy
issues currently facing
Korea, including green
growth, future challenges,
growth potential, aging
population, bi-polarization,
environment, and security.
Future Horizon
This is a quarterly journal
focused on future studies
and the exploration of core
science and technology
and S&T policy measures
that seek to capitalize on
future opportunities. The
journal also promotes
communication on future
studies between experts
and citizens.
published by STEPI for issue paper published
the purpose of sharing frequently, when the need
empirical knowledge arises, to promptly analyze
in science, technology, current S&T policy issues
and innovation (STI) and present proper policy
with readers of diverse responses.
interests all around the
world.
Entrepreneurship Korea
This is a quarterly magazine that provides
policy implications on entrepreneurship
and startup ecosystem in Korea. Through
its constant monitoring and analysis
on national trends, it aims to stimulate
active communication between public
policy makers and private sectors.
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Online Service
STEPI provides information services
in the digital environment

Going beyond traditional spatial constraints, STEPI is now operating on-line

communication channels in an effort to reach out to the world.

Such Internet-based communication channels include STEPIs main and family websites,
which provide information on the activities and achievements of STEPI, and its Facebook International
page, which offers specialized information and news. Innovation Cooperation
Center (IICC)
iicc.stepi.re.kr

STEPI Family This website is an on-line communication

and cooperation channel aimed at promoting
Websites Sites information sharing and building international
cooperation networks. To that end, the
website offers data, from foreign and
domestic sources, on developing
countries as well as information
on technology innovation.

Homepage Center for Strategic

www.stepi.re.kr Foresight
www.foresight.kr
eng.stepi.re.kr
This website offers information on the
STEPI offers open access research papers Centers key projects, research reports, and
and publications as well as up-to-date Entrepreneurship
details of its foresight research, including
S&T information Center definitions and methods of
eship.stepi.re.kr foresight research.

This website offers up-to-date data, including

indicators of the venture incubation ecosystem.
Visitors are free to access research
reports, other information on domestic and
global trends in incubation and STEPI International
entrepreneurship activities and Symposium
events for Young Innovators on
the website as well. sis.stepi.re.kr

This website offers information on

Facebook
www.facebook.com/STEPIPR
As a useful channel for bi-directional
communication, STEPIs Facebook page
offers a wide range of information,
including information on STEPI-hosted
events and recruitment. Visitors can also
make on-line suggestions.
the history of the Symposium as well as
the topics, speakers,
and presentation materials of
the current year.
STI Policy Review
www.stipolicyreview.net
This website allows visitors to read the
on-line version of the STI Policy Review,
an English language journal published
by STEPI for the purpose of sharing
key S&T innovation policy issues
with readers throughout the
world.
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The Frontier Spirit
Inspired by the spirit of pioneers,
STEPI is leading the bright future of science and technology

STEPI believes that technological advancement is not the ultimate

goal. Therefore, it strives to come up with policies that help
maximize the values gained from the use of advanced technologies.

By guiding the development of science and technology based on the

spirits of creation, innovation, convergence, and cooperation, STEPI
is fully committed to opening up a new horizon in S&T policy
research by developing policies capable of expediting future-oriented
science and technology and enhancing the quality of the peoples
lives.

STEPI is a pioneer forging ahead in a new frontier.

STEPI promises to keep marching toward a

new future with the pioneers mindset that
all challenge can be overcome.
Research Goals
Lead the creative economy by exploring new directions in the national innovation system
Establish a national R&D project operation and management system in response to the creative economy
Present strategies and policy directions that serve to strengthen the innovation capabilities of the private sector
Lead the development of specific S&T policy measures with the goal of solving social issues
Spearhead the development and implementation of new cooperation strategies in order to effectively respond
to the changing paradigm of international S&T cooperation