This program aims to intensively support in-depth research by world-class researchers in order to advance novel scientific knowhow and develop new technologies.

• Funded Fields / Science and engineering
• Funded Period / 9 years (3+3+3 years, Creative Research), 10 years (5+5 years, National Scientist)
• Eligibility / Researchers in universities (including part-time researchers), researchers in public and private institutes
• Budget / KRW 500~800 million per project (Creative Research), KRW 1.5 billion (National Scientist)
• Program Description /
  – Creative Research: Developing and supporting the next generation of global research leaders who have creative ideas?
  – National Scientist: Contributing to the nation’s economy and the development of science and technology by supporting world-class scientists