i-STICK as the Pioneer for the Future of Human Civilization
We create the pathway for the future by gathering intelligence.
We search for real world problems and potential solutions that will transform our lives.
Our team strives to find a better way of living for the society.
We search for real world problems and potential solutions that will transform our lives.
Our team strives to find a better way of living for the society.
Research
Institute of Smart Technology, Information, Culture and Knowledge (i-STICK) is a research organization in the College of Engineering at Seoul National University that conducts research in ICT policy area. Our research team focuses on studying the areas emerging from or expanding due to the advancements in digital technologies and the rapidly changing ecosystem of smart technologies and information. Furthermore, we strive to incorporate both technology and humanism in our ‘human-centered’ approaches, and thereby lead the way to ‘smarter’ intellectual culture.
1. ICT Policies and Regulations
- Telecommunications and broadcasting policy
- Spectrum management and frequency allocation
- ICT industry development and policy frameworks
- Smart media policy and digital content regulation
- Cybersecurity, privacy policy, and resilience
- Internet governance and policy for emerging technologies (IoT, cloud computing, etc.)
2. Human-Centric Technology, Society, and Urban Environments
- The impact of technology on quality of life, well-being, and urban living
- Design and development of appropriate technology solutions for diverse communities
- The role of technology in shared economy, collaborative consumption, and urban sustainability
- Ethical considerations, cultural implications, and social equity in technology development
- Smart city concepts and human-centric urban planning
3. Technological Innovation, Strategy, and Sustainable Development
- Fostering technology-driven industry growth and regional development
- Formulation of innovation strategies and policy interventions
- Analysis of technological patents, intellectual property rights, and licensing
- Open innovation ecosystems and collaborative research initiatives
- Technological convergence strategies and interdisciplinary approaches
- Smart city concepts for sustainable, resilient, and integrated urban systems
4. Knowledge Management, Digital Content, and Urban Informatics
- Human-computer interaction and user-centered design in urban contexts
- Knowledge management systems, strategies, and platforms for urban decision-making
- The evolution of knowledge in the digital age and its implications for urban environments
- Innovation in digital content creation, distribution, and consumption in city settings
- The dissemination and diffusion of digital content, information, and urban analytics