| Abstract | After the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential to anticipate the future society in which the next generation will live and contemplate strategies for adapting to the future. Artificial intelligence, data, virtual reality combined with digital transformation, among other factors, are expected to play key roles in shaping the future. For the proactive spread and utilization of artificial intelligence, essential considerations include data collection, infrastructure development, and the establishment of data networks for processing artificial intelligence.
It can be speculated that as people interact more actively with artificial intelligence, virtual and mixed realities will advance, making communication between artificial intelligence or robots and humans increasingly important. Beyond the ongoing digital transformation in our society, there seems to be a digital paradigm shift underlying these changes. Therefore, this study aims to explore the future outlook by focusing on the keyword "digital transformation."
Given the rapid progression of digital transformation, especially centered around artificial intelligence, research on future technologies, including artificial
intelligence, bioengineering, and quantum technology, is deemed necessary. While artificial intelligence and bioengineering have consistently shown growth trends since 2019, quantum technology is still considered an emerging technology with limited leaps in the innovation trigger phase.
Although the significance of quantum technology is acknowledged, its societal and industrial value remains uncertain, necessitating in-depth analysis of its
present and future. Therefore, quantum technology is deemed a crucial technology to be addressed in medium to long-term future outlook studies, requiring a proactive presentation of innovation in quantum technology.
Digital transformation, as discussed in this context, differs from conventional digital conversion. While digital conversion primarily involves digitizing overall
systems in business management or strategy, digital transformation in this study extends to both industrial and societal aspects, envisioning a complete shift to a digitally driven economic and social landscape.
The objective of this research is to advance future studies, enhance policy applicability, and formulate a long-term vision for Korea with a focus on digital
transformation. Ultimately, the goal is to explore the direction of scientific and technological innovation to support the future envisioned by the public. This
involves exploring the direction of policies, including scientific and technological innovation to reach the future vision desired by the public. The study looks at a generation spanning 30 years, envisioning the future of 2050 when digital transformation is anticipated. It also involves a detailed analysis of quantum
technology, the key technology of digital transformation. Additionally, the research evaluates accumulated achievements and methodologies of STEPI Future
Studies, analyzes internal and external perspectives on future studies, and presents the identity and future directions of STEPI Future Studies. Finally, the study explores collaboration opportunities with global future research institutions for the advancement of future studies, proposes directions for domestic future research, and identifies significant future research topics. |
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