Convergence Research Center(CRC)

Directorate for Basic Research in Science & Engineering

Develop the global competitiveness of core research areas and improve Korea’s national basic research capacity by identifying and fostering outstanding research groups which possess creativity and capability

Produce creative, convergence-oriented researchers for the next generation through the promotion of group research and support the creation of quality jobs for young researchers

Research areas: Convergence

Eligibility: University research groups with 10-15 researchers

Summary: Produce creative deliverables for various social issues and the needs of the public, and create new, world-class knowledge by fostering interdisciplinary convergence research groups

Period: Up to 7 years

Funding: Up to KRW 2 billion (USD 1.818 million*) annually

 * approximation based on exchange rate of 1 USD = 1,100 KRW

Shin, Hui Jin; Group Research Programs (hjshin@nrf.re.kr)