Inside Korean Culture: Research Projects, Opportunities, and Methodological Approaches

Giuliana De Francesco, Policy Officer, Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (European Commission); 
Tomasz Wierzbowski, Regional Representative (EURAXESS Korea);
Boyun Choe, Professor (Sangji University);
WoongJo Chang, Professor (Hongik University);
Soohye Jang, Lecturer (Leuphana University)

On 19 June 2025, the second meeting of the ENCATC Research Platform turned to cultural research and management in Korea, exploring ongoing projects, methodological approaches and opportunities for cooperation between Korea and Europe. Giuliana De Francesco presented the opportunities that Horizon Europe offers for culture and creativity, and Tomasz Wierzbowski outlined pathways for research exchanges between Korea and Europe. In a panel on research projects and methodologies in Korean cultural studies, Boyun Choe, WoongJo Chang and Soohye Jang highlighted Korea's evolving cultural policies, interdisciplinary approaches and the growing importance of global networks in cultural research. The meeting ended with an open discussion, giving participants first-hand exchange with the experts.