Jeonbuk National University (JBNU) held the opening ceremony 

of the JBNU–Purdue Research Institute (JPRI) on March 31, 2026, 

at the Industry–University Convergence Plaza, in collaboration 

with Purdue University.

The ceremony marked the official launch of a global joint 

research hub based on a strategic partnership between the 

two universities. Key attendees included JBNU President 

Yang Oh-bong, Purdue University Vice President Dimitrios Peroulis, 

and representatives from major institutions and industry.

Purdue University is a globally recognized research university 

with strong competitiveness in advanced fields such as engineering, 

aerospace, and semiconductors. This collaboration is expected 

to serve as a significant milestone in enhancing JBNU’s global 

research capabilities.

Through this partnership, the two universities plan to expand 

collaboration across education and research, including joint 

research projects, faculty exchange and joint appointments, 

and undergraduate and graduate student exchange programs.

JPRI will serve as a core platform for international joint research 

and industry–academia collaboration, focusing on emerging fields 

such as Physical AI and advanced defense industries.

Based on this initiative, JBNU aims to strengthen its global 

research and education network and grow into a leading 

international hub university.

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