The 14th Summer Program for Innovative Engineering Design (SP!ED2026) will be hosted by Inje University in Gimhae, Korea this year! Join us for an unforgettable experience centered on \u201cPractical Innovation Education.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
SP!ED2026 will start with the Online Pre-SPIED from August 3 to 7, 2026, setting the stage for the main event. Then, immerse yourself in the In-Person Main-SPIED from August 20 to 27, 2026, where you\u2019ll collaborate and innovate in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The spirit of SP!ED is encapsulated in four core principles: Friendship, Cooperation, Coordination, and Mutual Understanding. These are not just words, but essential skills for navigating international team projects. They empower you to bridge cultural and academic differences, effectively leverage diverse expertise, and work together seamlessly to drive true innovation and lasting global connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Leverage and Expand Your Expertise!<\/strong> Create Together, Across Borders and Disciplines<\/strong> Host Location: Inje University<\/strong> Unleash your full potential and meet fellow innovators who will help you shape the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Online Pre-Course<\/strong>: Camp Training Main-Course:<\/strong> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Welcome to SP!ED2026 The 14th Summer Program for Innovative Engineering Design (SP!ED2026) will be hosted by I […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1278","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1278","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1278"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1278\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1285,"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1278\/revisions\/1285"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ire-asia.org\/ire\/spied\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1278"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
While this program is primarily intended for students with engineering knowledge in Mechanical, Electronic, and Information Technology fields, that\u2019s not all! We warmly welcome students from diverse fields such as Industrial Design, Economics, Human Sciences, Nursing, and more. This is because we believe true innovation arises from the fusion of different perspectives and knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At SP!ED, students from various countries and specialized fields will gather in one place. Through international team activities, you\u2019ll share your knowledge and experiences, learning practically how to generate new ideas and products. The program kicks off with tutorial lectures delivered by university professors from various fields. These lectures will stimulate your thinking and plant the seeds of creativity. Afterwards, participants will be assigned to international teams and begin collaborative work on concrete projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The host location this year\u2014Inje University<\/strong> in Gimhae, Korea\u2014provides a perfect backdrop for academic and cross-cultural exchange.
Inje University serves as an academic hub, fostering the interdisciplinary and cross-cultural fusion central to SP!ED2026. The city of Gimhae<\/strong>, the historical capital of the ancient Gaya Kingdom, allows you to delve into Korea’s rich history and local culture, fostering a deep understanding beyond simple tourism. Adjacent is Busan<\/strong>, a dynamic international city, offering vibrant energy and ample opportunities for networking. Experiencing the local student life and culture together will strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation within your international team.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSchedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 August 3(Mon)-7(Fri), Pre-SPIED program<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 20(Thu) : Arriving, Onsite Registration
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 21(Fri) : Opening ceremony and Orientation, 2nd presentation
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 22(Sat) : Private consulting, Details design
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 23(Sun): Details design, Prototyping
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 24(Mon) : Prototyping, brush-up
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 25(Tue): Final presentation and Closing ceremony
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 26(Wen) : Culture exchange
\u00a0 \u00a0 Aug. 27(Thu): Departure<\/p>\n\n\n\n