National research equipment search is now turning to artificial intelligence (AI). On July 27, 2026, 'ZEUS,' an AI search service designed to help researchers easily and quickly find and utilize national research facilities and equipment they need, has finally begun pilot operation.

Until now, research sites have required enormous time and effort to locate desired equipment from vast lists of national research facilities and equipment. This has led to inefficient equipment search processes, which has been identified as a problem that hampers research productivity and increases the workload burden on researchers who should be focusing on core research.

'ZEUS,' developed to resolve these chronic difficulties and maximize research efficiency, utilizes AI technology to provide optimal equipment information immediately. This service is expected to dramatically reduce the time wasted on equipment searches by enabling researchers to find and utilize needed equipment 'easily and quickly.'

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The commencement of 'ZEUS' pilot operation signals an important breakthrough indicating that an AI innovation wave is now fully blowing through the national research system. Researchers can now obtain accurate information about needed equipment without going through complicated procedures and spending time, and are expected to receive significant help in strengthening research capabilities and improving their work environment.

The successful establishment of this 'ZEUS' service is expected to be a significant turning point that will dramatically improve national research and development (R&D) productivity and create an environment where researchers can dedicate themselves solely to research. As a core driver that will determine future national research competitiveness, attention is focused on 'ZEUS' potential for future development.