SeoulTech and Doosan Enerbility Deepen Cooperation on Next-Generation Nuclear and SMR Technology

Seoul National University of Science and Technology and Doosan Enerbility have agreed to build a cooperation framework for nuclear design research and workforce development, including work on next-generation reactors and small modular reactors.

The two institutions signed the memorandum of understanding on Sept. 2 at SeoulTech. Their cooperation will cover core nuclear equipment technologies, innovative design and reliability assessment. They also plan to examine possible research services and develop channels for technical and personnel exchanges.

The agreement calls for the partners to consider joint research, share research facilities, cooperate on infrastructure for research hubs and operate programs to train specialists. Seminars and symposiums will provide additional opportunities for academic and technical exchange. The memorandum sets out a basis for identifying future projects rather than confirming a particular research assignment or business venture.

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This agreement establishes a foundation for industry-academic cooperation to enhance technological competitiveness in next-generation reactors and SMRs and train specialists who will lead the future nuclear industry.

SeoulTech said it wants to combine its academic research capabilities with Doosan Enerbility’s industrial experience in nuclear plant design. The partnership is intended to link industrial technology needs with university research and education, while strengthening practical skills among researchers working in nuclear design and reliability assessment.

SeoulTech President Kim Dong-hwan said, “This agreement establishes a foundation for industry-academic cooperation to enhance technological competitiveness in next-generation reactors and SMRs and train specialists who will lead the future nuclear industry.” He added that the university would expand practical cooperation with industry and contribute to the competitiveness of South Korea’s nuclear sector.

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Through this agreement, we will revitalize research and technology exchanges with Doosan Enerbility in nuclear design and closely connect industrial technology needs with the university’s research capabilities in next-generation reactor and SMR design and reliability assessment.