The Chungnam Institute of Industry-Academia Collaboration (CIUC) is an institution established in July 2014, dedicated to facilitating the development of human resources in the Chungnam region, fostering industry-academia R&D cooperation, promoting work-study programs, and providing customized education for businesses. It aims to create new job opportunities and drive innovation and growth for enterprises, serving as a central hub for the West Coast era.
CIUC aims to establish a human resources base closely tied to the region and create a systematic approach to workforce development through open education.