UKC 2026 Symposiums & Forums
Signature Symposiums
Flagship forums of UKC 2026 featuring high-impact, forward-looking topics that define the conference’s core vision.
AI
Exploring cutting-edge advances and real-world applications of artificial intelligence across industries.
Space
Highlighting innovations and collaborations in space science, exploration, and aerospace technology.
Next-generation
Semiconductors
Showcasing breakthroughs shaping the future of semiconductor technologies and global supply chains.
Distinguished Sponsor forums
Premium sponsor-led sessions highlighting strategic initiatives, thought leadership, and long-term impact.
Sponsor Forums
Partner-led sessions presenting industry insights, technologies, and collaborative opportunities.
KSEA Forums
KSEA-organized sessions focused on community leadership, policy, collaboration, and member engagement.
University Leadership Forum
KSEA and KOFST are pleased to host the University Leadership Forum during the 39th U.S.–Korea Conference on Science, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (UKC 2026) in Orlando. This forum provides an excellent opportunity to hear from university presidents from the U.S. and Korea as they discuss emerging topics and strategic directions in higher education.
R&D Leadership Forum
The KSEA R&D Leadership Forum at UKC 2026 brings together leaders from the U.S. and Korea to explore international collaboration opportunities in science and technology. Through keynote insights and roundtable discussions, participants will exchange ideas and best practices to address global challenges and strengthen cross-border research partnerships.
KWiSE - WISET Women Forum
The KWiSE–WISET Women Forum at UKC 2026 brings together leaders and professionals to discuss career development, leadership, and empowerment of women in STEM. Through panels and interactive sessions, the forum explores U.S.–Korea collaboration, work-life balance, and strategies to strengthen global partnerships and support the next generation of women leaders.
Joint Science Policy and Diplomacy Forum
The Joint Science Policy and Diplomacy Forum at UKC 2026 brings together leaders from the U.S. and Korea to discuss science policy development and international collaboration. Through expert panels, the forum explores strategies to strengthen bilateral partnerships and advance global cooperation in basic science.
History Forum
The History Forum at UKC 2026 explores the legacy of KSEA and the historical roots of the Korean-American scientific community. It highlights the importance of preserving and passing on this history to future generations.
KOFST YGF Alumni Forum
The KOFST YGF Alumni Forum at UKC 2026 brings together young global leaders to reconnect, share their journeys, and build meaningful networks. The forum celebrates the legacy of YGF/YPF and fosters continued collaboration among the next generation of scientists and engineers.
KOFST Special Session
This closed roundtable session at UKC 2026 focuses on strategies to connect Korean-American scientists and engineers and strengthen global scientific and technological cooperation between KOFST and KSEA.