ABOUT IDIS

Mission & Vision

The mission of the Institute for Data Innovation in Science (IDIS) is to spearhead groundbreaking advancements in all areas of sciences through the utilization of data-driven approaches.

The mission of the Institute for Data Innovation in Science (IDIS) is to spearhead groundbreaking advancements in all areas of sciences through the utilization of data-driven approaches. This entails leveraging statistical methodologies, data science principles, and mathematical techniques to revolutionize research across various scientific disciplines. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and promoting innovative research culture, the institute aims to drive forward the frontiers of knowledge and facilitate transformative discoveries. Through its endeavors, the institute seeks to harness the power of data to address complex scientific challenges, propel scientific progress, and contribute to the betterment of society.

The Institute for Data Innovation in Science (IDIS) is situated within the College of Natural Sciences at Seoul National University. The core mission of IDIS is to spearhead data-driven innovation across all scientific domains, leveraging data to tackle intricate scientific hurdles, advance scientific frontiers, and foster societal progress.

The vision of IDIS is to become a global leader in pioneering data-driven innovation at the intersection of science and technology. Through cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and impactful partnerships, IDIS aims to revolutionize scientific discovery, drive technological advancement, and shape a better future for society.

To accomplish these visions, the institute hosts five interrelated centers. Among those, the Data Discovery Center, Biodata Science Center and Center for Data-driven Research for Materials and Universe host more than 50 researchers from all areas of science, and are devoted to foster interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex scientific challenges. The Statistics Research Center is aiming at advancing core methodologies in Statistics and Data Science. The Statistical Consulting and Education Center provides statistical consulting, both professional and public-level lectures in statistics, data analytics and data sciences.

IDIS is currently designated as the focused research institute by the SNU Center for LAMP project, and is funded by the G-LAMP project of the Ministry of Education (South Korea).