In 2013, Samsung Electronics launched a program in South Korea to support creative and innovative R&D in areas of basic science, novel materials, and information and communication technology (ICT). This initiative aims to contribute to catalyzing creative and challenging R&D and building a foundation for technological innovation for the advancement of society by cultivating an environment where high risk, high impact projects and technologies are championed without fear of failure.
Tracking and restructuring memory, defining mathematical principles of machine learning acceleration techniques, etc.
Developing treatment options for hereditary brain nerve system diseases, resolving heat generation in electronic devices, etc.
Addressing biases in AI, verifying errors in third generation software, etc.
We offer programs such as the R&D Exchange Meeting, mentoring for patent applications and expert consulting for business foundation and commercialization.
Candidates evaluated and selected for presentation via blind screening
Presentation for and discussion with judges
R&D exchange meetings, patent mentoring and expert consulting for commercialization
Operation Method
First
With a panel of judges approximately consisting of 1,820 from Korea and 500 from overseas, we ensure expertise, fairness, and objectivity in the project selection stage.
Second
We encourage researchers to take on new challenges and pursue innovation by allowing them to take the lead in decision-making in an environment where risk-taking is encouraged.
Third
We provide multi-faceted support, including funding, to help bring research to fruition.
Fourth
We organize the Samsung Global Research Symposium (GRS) and Global Technology Conference (GTC) to share and discuss information with experts and scholars in each field of technology.