The DGFEZ team visited Daegu-Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology to learn about DGIST Center for Core Research Facilities. Cheol Gi, KIM, Director of CCRF introduced some of the core infrastructures in DGIST.
 
Q1. Could you introduce DGIST and Center for Core Research Facilities?
DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science & Technology) was founded in 2004 as a research institution supported by the Korean government and grew into a research-oriented university by opening graduate program in 2011 and undergraduate program in 2014. In 2010 Dec. DGIST Hyunpoong campus and Central Device and Fabrication Center were constructed and Center for Core Research Facilities was established to be an operator next year.

Q2. Could you explain 7 major core infrastructures in DGIST?
DGIST has set a master plan to establish 7 major core infrastructures and has taken gradual steps to secure devices and infrastructures. The 7 major core infrastructures are as follows: Material Analysis, Device Clean room, Animal Lab, Advanced Bio Analysis, Super Computing, Measurement & Simulation, and Machining Lab facilities.

Q3. Who can benefit from DGIST core infrastructures?
Most of the 7 major core infrastructures are open to the public as it is supported by the government. Every educational institutes, organizations, and companies can use it. Designated experts prepare contact consulting for technical difficulties or device usage tips. For the visitors, DGIST provides infrastructure tours.

Q4. Are there any incentives to use Center for Core Research Facilities?
DGIST Center for Core Research Facilities offers several incentives for both inside and outside users. Especially, companies designated as a local company or industrial-educational cooperative company can benefit from 10~20% discount on device usage fee and facility rental fee. DGIST enables direct use of devices through a well-designed training program, which is distinct from other institutes. More information can be found at DGIST website.