CES (Consumer Electronics Show), the world’s largest IT and consumer electronics exhibition, is held annually in Las Vegas, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and products that drive global business innovation. This year’s CES 2025 took place from January 7 to 10 at the Venetian Expo’s Eureka Park Hall in Las Vegas. Seoul National University (SNU) has participated in CES since 2020, marking its fifth consecutive year of involvement. The SNU Pavilion, covering 1,500 square feet, hosted 15 innovative SNU startups, including 10 CES exhibitors and five poster exhibitors. SNU supports startup companies and research labs to create business outcomes based on outstanding technologies and provide opportunities for global partnerships in lab technologies.
Booth of Tommoro Robotics, an exhibitor at CES 2025 in the SNU Pavilion
Featuring Innovative Startups and Research Lab Technologies
The companies participating in this year’s exhibition include: ▲Tommoro Robotics (AI robot platform for logistics automation solutions) ▲MySmax (Edge-based AIoT platform for easily designing personalized smart spaces) ▲Moplat (Integrated smart lighting solution for future vehicles) ▲Integra Semiconductor (World's only 3D NAND flash memory simulator) ▲Innolem (Brainwave-based non-invasive intracranial pressure measurement device) ▲ Provalabs (Preclinical drug efficacy and toxicity evaluation through biomodel verification multimodal sensor system) ▲Coating Solution for You (Innovative fluid diagnostics and nanofilm coating technology solutions) ▲Exerchain (Physical data prediction solution based on home healthcare devices) ▲Pmatch (All-in-one healthcare solution ensuring safe drug treatment) ▲Banf (Intelligent tire-based real-time safety and fuel efficiency improvement solution).
The technologies from SNU research labs featured in this year’s exhibition include: ▲T-ROH (Total solution for radiation-nanoparticle cancer treatment using micro-needles) ▲BioRobotics (Biomimetic, soft wearable robots and prosthetics) ▲VisCure (Advanced chemical material design and manufacturing for electric, electronic, semiconductor, and optical applications) ▲NEXT MI (Simulation-based design and manufacturing process) ▲RS Lab in the Department of Chemistry Education (Technology for real-time detection of various stress signals sensed by plants).
A student supporter showcasing the technology of SNU startups
Strengthening Global Competence through Student Supporters
The SNU Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (SNU E&I) also participated in CES, with student supporters playing a variety of roles to empower students aspiring to launch their ventures and equip them with global competencies. Chosen from various departments, these supporters actively assisted the startups at the SNU Pavilion, leveraging their expertise to help booth visitors, provide business assistance, and support promotional activities. Through one-on-one engagements with participating companies, the student supporters facilitated smooth communication and gained invaluable hands-on experience, building the international acumen and networks essential for entrepreneurship.
SNU E&I student supporters in the SNU Pavilion
One of the student supporters remarked, “Being part of CES that brings together world-class innovation was an invaluable experience. It allowed me to directly engage in business activities within a global environment.” Another supporter shared, “This program went beyond typical supporter activities. It opened my eyes to new perspectives on entrepreneurship and business. I hope future students can also have such meaningful experiences.”
SNU's participation in CES 2025 underscores its commitment to fostering innovation and global partnerships. By showcasing groundbreaking technologies from both startups and research labs, the university continues to lead in fields such as AI, robotics, and healthcare. The involvement of student supporters further emphasizes SNU’s focus on empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing them with invaluable global experience. As SNU strengthens its global presence, it enhances its role in shaping the future of technology and business, solidifying its position as a leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.