The Korea Institute of Materials Science and the Gyeongnam National Police Agency signed a memorandum of

understanding on Tue. June 29 for the progress of scientific investigations. 

The MOU was concluded to advance investigation skills by applying science and technology. Both institutions aim

to introduce new equipment and strengthen investigators' competency in preparation for crimes targeting larger areas

and new forms of crime due to advancements in scientific technology. The two parties will carry out scientific and

technological support for the investigation, conduct R&D (developing bulletproof/sword-proof materials, illegal drug

detection), and establish a cooperative network of science and security.

The president of KIMS, Jung-hwan Lee, said, "KIMS has a number of research achievements that can help crime

investigation, such as the optical sensor materials for detecting drug components in sweat and fuel cell for unmanned

aerial vehicles." "KIMS and Gyeongnam NPA will organically cooperate and do our utmost so that residents live in

a safer environment.”