INHA Launches AI Innovation Headquarter

Inha University held the inauguration ceremony for its new AI Convergence Innovation Headquarters on December 2 at the Orakai Songdo Park Hotel.

The AI Convergence Innovation Headquarters will serve as a comprehensive AI governance system encompassing education, research, and industry–academic cooperation. It was established to strengthen future innovation capabilities and reinforce the foundation for collaboration with the local community.

By integrating Inha University’s AI-specialized capabilities—including the College of Software Convergence, the BK21 AI Education & Research Group, and the AI Convergence Research Center—the new headquarters aims to become a university-centered AI hub that systematically manages AI talent development, advanced R&D, and industry partnerships.

Building on this foundation, Inha University plans to accelerate the convergence of AI technologies with key regional strategic industries—such as biomedical, logistics, maritime, new drug innovation, future mobility, and manufacturing innovation—ultimately creating an AI-driven innovation ecosystem that will lead broader industrial transformation.

During the event, Inha University also signed an MoU with KINX and LS ELECTRIC to build an AI-based innovation ecosystem.

Under the agreement, the three institutions will strengthen cooperation in various areas supporting regional innovation, including:

• Developing AI convergence–focused professional talent

• Joint R&D for digital transformation in Incheon’s strategic industries

• Sharing human and physical resources

They will jointly carry out core tasks under the I-RISE initiative—such as developing AI-based educational programs and conducting collaborative research in AI and digital transformation—while also expanding academic and research exchanges.

President Myungwoo Cho stated, “With the launch of the AI Convergence Innovation Headquarters, we expect Inha University’s AI education, research, and industry–academic cooperation to become more systematically integrated and expanded. We will continue building a consistent framework for AI technology development, real-world testing, and professional talent cultivation to strengthen Incheon’s future competitiveness.”

▲President Myungwoo Cho delivers remarks at the inauguration ceremony.

▲Executive Vice President Seonghyeon Baek presents on the mission and structure of the new AI Convergence Innovation Headquarters.

▲KINX Director Jonghong Won, President Myungwoo Cho, and LS ELECTRIC CEO Daeseok Chae pose for a commemorative photo after signing the MoU.

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