On the morning of March 27, 2026, the Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology (VKU), Da Nang University, held a working session with Planck Lab (Korea), facilitated by MYSC, to exchange ideas and explore opportunities for cooperation in technology, research, and training.

Overview of the working session

Attending the working session on behalf of VKU were Dr. Tran The Son – Vice Rector, along with representatives from relevant departments and faculties. Representing Planck Lab were Dr. Seokbeom Kim – CEO, Mr. Jinwoo Ro – Director, and Mr. Jaehun Lee – Chief Engineer. From MYSC, Ms. Shin Young Kim – Manager, also participated.

Dr. Tran The Son – Vice Rector of VKU delivered a speech

Speaking at the working session, Dr. Tran The Son – Vice Rector of the university expressed his pleasure in welcoming the Korean delegation to VKU, and extended his sincere thanks to MYSC (Merry Year Social Company) – a leading social innovation consulting firm and impact investor in South Korea – for facilitating this meaningful exchange.

He also provided an overview of VKU’s development orientation as an application-oriented university, with strategic focus areas including information technology, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and semiconductor technology. He emphasized VKU’s strong commitment to expanding international partnerships and strengthening collaboration with enterprises to enhance the quality of education and research.

Dr. Seokbeom Kim – CEO of Planck Lab – shared his insights

Speaking at the session, Dr. Seokbeom Kim, CEO of Planck Lab, introduced the organization’s collaborative ecosystem. In this model, KOICA serves as the development support agency, MYSC plays the role of connector and innovation promoter, and Planck Lab provides advanced technological solutions. He also presented Planck Lab’s core technology: a maskless photolithography system integrated into microscopes. This innovative solution enables the implementation of a cost-effective “Fab-in-the-Lab” model, which can be easily deployed in university and research institute laboratories. This technology is particularly well-suited for education and research in semiconductors, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), biotechnology, and interdisciplinary fields.

Technology Product “Maskless Photolithography Microscope”

Based on the discussions, both parties agreed on several key directions for future collaboration. These include evaluating the feasibility of implementing Planck Lab’s technology solutions at VKU and establishing a laboratory dedicated to training and research in microchips and semiconductor technology. In addition, both sides expressed their willingness to expand cooperation in the next phase through continued exchanges and concrete implementation of agreed initiatives. Proposed activities include organizing summer school programs on microchips and semiconductors for students and faculty, as well as progressing toward the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize long-term collaboration.

The meeting was conducted in an open and positive atmosphere, clearly reflecting the strong goodwill for cooperation between VKU and its Korean partners. This serves as an important foundation for both sides to continue exchanging ideas and concretizing future collaboration initiatives, thereby contributing to enhancing the quality of education and research, as well as fostering the innovation ecosystem at VKU.

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