세계 주요 해양연구기관과의 비교 분석을 통한 시사점 도출

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the present condition of Korea’s marine research institutes based on a comparative analysis with major institutions around the world, and to derive strategic directions for better performance from the results. By comparing Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST) and National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) with 8 world`s major institutes, we derived implications for the improvement of marine research institutes in Korea. Performance factors were categorized into input factors and output factors, and the z-score for each assessment indicator was used in the analysis. The results for output factors can be summarized as follows. First, Korea’s institutes were poorly ranked both qualitatively and quantitatively in terms of publications. However, they showed great promise for development as the rate of increase in the annual number of publications was higher than overseas institutes. Quantitative growth is essential to improve overall performance in publications, and publications of higher quality should be sought by considering CPP and IF. This can also be achieved by engaging in international research with outstanding researchers outside of Korea. In terms of patents, marine research institutes in Korea fared well compared to major institutions of oversea. This demonstrates that Korea’s research achievements have practical implications on related industries. Further efforts should be made to ensure that industries continue to benefit from research conducted by Korea’s marine research institutes. As for infrastructure, Korea’s institutes fell under the middle- or lower-rankings compared to major institutions. Since marine research relies heavily of large-scale infrastructure, it is necessary to acquire more marine research vessels and unmanned submarines for the advancement of research institutes in Korea.