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Dr. Hong Thomas Hahn Inaugurated as the 21st President of KIST (8.27)
- Date : 2009-08-28
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Dr. Hong Thomas Hahn was inaugurated as the 21st President of KIST
Dr. Hahn stated in his inaugural address that the government is promoting the WCI (World Class Institute) initiative and expects KIST to be reborn as a world-class research institute.
Addressing management objectives to which Dr. Hahn will give priority during his term of office, he mentioned "creating an environment for creative research"; "promoting large scale projects the nation requires"; "having KIST take a leap as a global research institute furnished with an internationally open mind"; and, "strengthening the role of KIST in cooperative efforts among industries, universities, and research institutes."
During the inaugural ceremony, Dr. Hahn expressed his appreciation to Dr. Dongwha Kum, Former President of KIST, for his devoted efforts in the management of the institute over the past three years.