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Discover breakthrough technologies and high-potential deep-tech startups emerging from Korea's most powerful research ecosystem.

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March 2026  |  Curated by the DGTA Secretariat

Perovskite Solar Cell
Technology Mar 2026

Next-Gen Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cell (31.2% Efficiency)

KIER's breakthrough tandem solar cell surpasses the Shockley-Queisser limit with a certified 31.2% efficiency under standard test conditions — ready for scale-up licensing.

AI Robot Startup
Startup Mar 2026

NanoBot.ai — AI-Guided Surgical Microrobot Startup

KAIST spin-off developing sub-millimeter surgical robots guided by real-time AI vision. Currently Series A, seeking strategic partners in Germany and Canada for clinical trial expansion.

Biotech Research
Research Mar 2026

CRISPR-Based Diagnostic Platform for Antibiotic-Resistant Pathogens

KRIBB has developed a CRISPR-Cas12a lateral flow assay capable of detecting 14 antibiotic-resistant bacteria in under 30 minutes — without PCR equipment.

Fusion Energy Startup
Startup Mar 2026

PlasmaCore — Compact Plasma Sterilization for Semiconductor Fabs

KFE spin-off commercializing plasma-based dry sterilization tech originally developed for fusion reactor maintenance. Targeting pharmaceutical and semiconductor cleanroom markets.

Satellite Technology
Technology Mar 2026

Low-Power SAR Payload for 6U CubeSat — Open for Licensing

KARI's miniaturized Synthetic Aperture Radar payload enables all-weather, day-night Earth observation from 6U CubeSats. Patent PCT filed. Partners sought for EU Copernicus program integration.

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