FY 2020
Tokyo College International Roundtable: ”Living through a Pandemic – Reassessing the Covid-19 Crisis around the World”
| Date | June 2, 2020 |
| Venue | Tokyo College YouTube Channel |
| Overview | This is the first public online event within the framework of Tokyo College “Corona Forum”. We will connect researchers from around the world who are closely related to Tokyo College online to talk about the response of each country to the “Corona Crisis” and the future of the world. Symposium Poster Related link |
| Registration | No pre-registration required |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tcevent[at]graffiti97.co.jp |
FY 2019
The 6th UTokyo Strategic Partnership Symposium -Establishing a sustainable strategic partnership model-
| Date | March 2, 2020 ※The event will be cancelled |
| Venue | Koshiba Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The 6th UTokyo Strategic Partnership Symposium will, building on the activities since its inception in 2014, use examples of fundraising and network-building with private and public-sector stakeholders to think about how to build a sustainable relationship with partnership universities. It will provide an opportunity for trustees, invited guests, and representatives from partnership universities to exchange experiences, showcase examples and ideas, while seeking a holistic direction for the project moving forward. Symposium Poster Related link（Japanese language only） |
| Registration | Registration Form （～ February 26, 2020） |
| Contact | Division for Global Campus Initiatives, the University of Tokyo sp.uni.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Symposium commemorating the establishment of the Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society
Regional revitalization in data-driven society -Towards the second stage of the comprehensive strategy on local area utilizing RESAS-
| Date | February 12, 2020 |
| Venue | 21 Komaba Center for Educational Excellence (21 KOMCEE) West, Komaba I Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society was established on April 1, 2018, as a new Integrated Research System of the University of Tokyo. The organization aims to generate synergy effect in aspects of research, regional cooperation, and human resource development by establishing the integrated platform through the collaboration of 11 departments that deal with regional issues. In the end of 2019, the Japanese government established the national comprehensive strategy for the second stage of regional revitalization, which will accelerate the preparation towards the local comprehensive strategy. Interest will be emerged in the way of regional revitalization in data-driven society, including utilization of Regional Economy Society Analyzing System (RESAS). In this symposium, with the help of specialists from various fields, we would like to provide information about the current status and issues of big data related to regional revitalization, and discuss the future of regional areas facing data-driven society. Symposium Poster（Japanese language only） Related link（Japanese language only） |
| Registration | Registration Form（Japanese language only） |
| Contact | Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society, The University of Tokyo resas[at]frs.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event “Japanese as a Global Scientific Language”
| Date | February 5, 2020 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | How to Develop Japanese with Dictionaries and AI? The lecture will discuss about the advantages of developing Japanese as a global scientific language and the importance of strengthening linguistic and cultural connections with other languages. Japan should be aware of the power of Japanese culture and develop Japanese more actively. Symposium Poster Related link |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tcevent[at]graffiti97.co.jp |
Climate Change and Sustainable Development: Public Health and Policy
| Date | February 17, 2020 |
| Venue | Tetsumon Memorial Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Climate change has been set as one of core policy discussion themes in the SDGs. Indeed, the impact range is diverse; health impact by direct (extreme weather) and indirect (through natural systems such as malaria and wildfires) exposure. The impacts are mediated by public health capability and adaptation and disproportionately more crucial to socioeconomically more vulnerable people. There remains a need to embrace a more interdisciplinary approach in addressing complex environmental issues and exploring the role of public and private stakeholders. Experts in several fields at the University of Tokyo and Seoul National University will participate in broad discussions on the health impact of climate change, global governance structure and policy to create countermeasures for the challenge, and politico-economic strategies to achieve the global goal for sustainable development. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Strategic Partnership Program of the University of Tokyo with Seoul National University intws17feb2020[at]gmail.com |
One Earth Guardians Development Program: The 4th LUC Lecture - Extended -
| Date | November 16, 2019 |
| Venue | Fukutake Learning Theater, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Poster（Japanese language only） Related link（Japanese language only） |
| Registration | Registration Form（Japanese language only） |
| Contact | Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo One Earth Guardians Institution/One Earth Guardians Office one_earth_g[at]ofc.a.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTokyo-NTU Joint Conference
| Date | December 9-10, 2019 |
| Venue | Yayoi Auditorium, etc. |
| Overview | National Taiwan University (NTU) and the University of Tokyo (UTokyo) have been holding Joint Conferences almost every year since 2015. We will have the fourth Joint Conference this year with the theme of “Co-creating the Future Society in Asia.” Researchers and students of both universities from various research fields will participate and discuss in the plenary session and 20 parallel sessions in order to create a glorious future in Asia. At the plenary session, a keynote speech will be given by Prof. Shin-Ichiro Takahashi, Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UTokyo about “One Earth Guardians Development Program.” The program was started to foster human resources who are necessary to create a world where humankind can coexist with everything on the planet even in 100 years from now. Furthermore, students who have participated the joint educational programs will also give presentations about their experiences. |
| Contact | International Student Section/Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences ryugaku[at]ofc.a.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo Forum 2019
| Date | December 6-8, 2019 |
| Venue | Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Tokyo Forum 2019 is a new global forum aiming to promote discussion and exchange of ideas on the challenges that the world and human society face in various areas including politics, economics, culture, and environment. The co-hosts, the University of Tokyo and Chey Institute for Advanced Studies of Republic of Korea, have set the main theme of the forum as “Shaping the Future” and they invite the global leaders relevant to the theme as the keynote speakers and participants. Symposium Poster（Japanese language only） Related link |
| Contact | Tokyo Forum Secretariat tokyoforum2019-reg[at]intergroup.co.jp |
Symposium“Where is the World Going to? ― International Order and Global Environment at the Crossroads”
| Date | November 24, 2019 |
| Venue | Ito Hall and Multi-purpose space in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Poster Related link（Japanese language only） |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Institute for Future Initiatives, The University of Tokyo event191124[at]ifi.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "Facing the Challenges of Global Environmental Problems"
| Date | November 27, 2019 |
| Venue | ENEOS Hall, 1F, RCAST Bldg.3-South, Komaba Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Humans have changed the atmosphere through excessive use of energy from fossil fuels to the extent that the young will inherit an out-of-control environment. The problem is not in the science and technology, but in the lack of political will and financial commitment to achieve environmental goals. This lecture aims to offer some ideas on how to create the world we want by working together. Symposium Poster Related link |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "Challenges of Science to Combat the Global Climate Change"
| Date | November 20, 2019 |
| Venue | Fukutake Learning Theater, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Future Earth, first announced in Rio+20 in 2012, is a joint program proposed to incorporate existing international programs and to expand its activities to tackle global issues. Professor Lee, the president of ICSU at that time, will tell us the idea and philosophy of ICSU on Future Earth and about the prospect of the role of science for human wellbeing in the future. Symposium Poster Related link |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
One Earth Guardians Development Program: The 4th LUC Lecture - Extended -
| Date | November 16, 2019 |
| Venue | Fukutake Learning Theater, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Poster（Japanese language only） Related link（Japanese language only） |
| Registration | Registration Form（Japanese language only） |
| Contact | Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo One Earth Guardians Institution/One Earth Guardians Office one_earth_g[at]ofc.a.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "Japan and the Sustainable Development Goals"
| Date | November 12, 2019 |
| Venue | Yayoi Auditorium, Ichijo Hall, Yayoi Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Transforming our World: The Age of Sustainable Development Four years have passed since the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and actions in Japan toward achieving the SDGs have gained momentum among the public and private sectors, academia, and civil society. Prof. Jeffery Sachs, who is an authority of the SDGs, will update us with the global progresses and challenges toward achieving the SDGs. Furthermore, he will give us his views on Japan's strengths and opportunities for building a more prosperous, fair, and sustainable world. Symposium Poster Related link |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Contribution of Nanotechnology to Sustainable Development Goals
| Date | November 23, 2019 |
| Venue | Koshiba Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Nanotechnology, the science which deals with phenomena occurring on a nanoscopic scale, is highly beneficial to our society. Its interdisciplinary character opens up the frontiers of diverse fields such as environment, energy, health care, information, communication, and electronics. Accessible contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as environment-friendly materials that use fewer scarce resources, devices that generate renewable energy, materials that are less burdensome to patients, and geriatric assistive devices, and social implementation attempts that offer significant potential for Society 5.0 are closer to being accomplished through the use of nanotechnology. On the other hand, the problems peculiar to nanostructures are gradually being clarified. Efforts are being made globally with consideration for the Environment, Health, and Safety implications (EHS) and the Ethical, Legal, and Societal Implications (ELSI) of nanotechnology––under the framework of state-led and international cooperation. It is difficult to say that Japan has been able to adopt this practice of institutionalization prevalent in China, the United States, and European countries; as national initiatives are under way to implement the benefits of nanotechnology to the fullest extent––based on its high technological potential and appropriate institutional designs. In this symposium, we will introduce the latest examples of nanotechnology in Japan, focusing on nanocarbon and cellulose nanofibers. Additionally, we will consider issues concerning the social system and how this system should be. Following that, we will elucidate the contributions nanotechnology can make to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Last, an understanding of the interface between technology and society will be utilized to facilitate a discussion of the potential and challenges of nanotechnology for the coming future. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Institute for Future Initiatives, The University of Tokyo Mr. Sasaki sasak[at]ifi.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The 15th Research Report on Radionuclide Contamination in Agriculture, Food and Forestry
| Date | November 16, 2019 |
| Venue | Yayoi Auditorium, Ichijo Hall, Yayoi Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | We will report on topics related to the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident (the situation of contamination of forests, paddy field environment, and crops). The speaker will be Dr. Kazuki Iijima, Fukushima Environmental Safety Center Sector of Fukushima Research and Development, Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA), as well as the members of the Reconstruction Support Project at the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Details are available on the home page of the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) Related links (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | No pre-registration required |
| Contact | Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo Mr. Tanoi uktanoi[at]g.ecc.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Symposium on Regional CES and GIAHS
| Date | November 29, 2019 |
| Venue | Wakayama Prefectural Cultural Hall |
| Overview | To promote the Regional Circular and Ecological Sphere and the co-creation among industry, government, and academia, this symposium invites the lectures on the concept for transforming the regional structures, the mechanisms based on the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems, and related domestic actions in Japan. During the panel discussion, actual actions in the next steps are proposed by referring to the current on-going projects for regional transformation and sustainability. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form (Japanese language only) |
| Contact | Wakayama Prefecture / Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries e0701004[at]pref.wakayama.lg.jp |
Ito International Research Center Conference the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege’s Special Lecture on “Peace, Justice, and Women’s Rights”
| Date | October 4, 2019 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Since the onset of the violent conflict in DRC in 1996, the civilian death toll is estimated to have reached 6 million. In particular, in eastern DRC, human rights have constantly been violated by the 100-odd armed groups operating in the area. Most of these groups have been funded by both the exploitation and trafficking of rich mineral resources. Related to these mineral dealings and violence, systematic sexual violence has been used as a weapon of war with the aim of destroying the victim, her family, and her community. This event looks to offer a platform to understand the structural causes of sexual violence in a conflict zone and discuss how to realize peace and justice, where human rights of the socially vulnerable are protected. The lecture by Dr. Mukwege will shed more light on the latest situation of sexual violence in the conflict zone of eastern DRC and on his continuous efforts to ensure women’s rights (SDG 5), peace, justice, and democratic stability (SDG 16), and fairness (SDG 10) in the DRC. Moreover, this event will offer an opportunity to discuss with researchers of research institutions engaging in international security and peace building, and aid agencies committed to the resolution of conflict.. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) Related links |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Institute for Future Initiatives, the University of Tokyo (SDGs Collaborative Research Unit) |
Self-Managing Healthy Society Symposium 2019, Phase 3
| Date | October 25, 2019 |
| Venue | Yasuda Auditorium, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Self-Managing Healthy Society , the University of Tokyo Center of Innovation (COI) Project coi [at] coi.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Segregation as a structural stigma ~Disability, gender, addiction and prison
| Date | October 7, 2019 |
| Venue | ENEOS Hall, 1F, RCAST Bldg.3-South, Komaba Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | In the near future, the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is expected to point out the segregation of people with disabilities in Japan, and there is a growing demand for a transition from isolated facilities to the community. On the other hand, in preparation for the UN Criminal Justice Council (Kyoto Congress) to be held in Kyoto in 2020, the Ministry of Justice has just launched a pilot project in which inmates with drug addiction and mental disorders will move from isolated treatment in prison to community support. In this context, we will bring together experts who are deeply involved in these trends, focusing on disability, gender, addiction, and prison, and looking back on the history of segregation caused by structual stigma embedded in societies. In addition, we consider the possibilities of Tojisha-Kenkyu (person-driven studies or user-led research born in Japan) as a means of implementing a non-violent liberation movement towards a society where no one is left behind. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | No pre-registration required |
| Contact | Kumagaya Lab of Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology kumashin[at]bfp.rcast.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The 4th The University of Tokyo - Vietnam National University - Yangon Technological University
Strategic Partnership Joint Symposium
“Vietnam-Myanmar-Japan Joint Symposium on Application of Analytical Instruments in Environmental, Food and Medical Research and Education”
| Date | September 3, 2019 |
| Venue | International Conference Hall Room #201, Makuhari Messe |
| Overview | In the first session of this symposium, the university-industry international collaboration for the development of analytical chemistry education is discussed on the basis of the activities of On-site Education Program on Analytical Chemistry (OEPAC) mainly promoted by Global Center for Engineering Education on the Basis of University-Industry-Collaboration at The University of Tokyo. In the second session, moreover, new analytical techniques for food safety and environmental protection are discussed by participants of various sectors. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | No pre-registration required |
| Contact | Mr.Tsunoda tsunoda [at] icl.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "Kidney Diseases: Taming the Silent Killer"
| Date | September 19, 2019 |
| Venue | Tetsumon Memorial Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Kidneys are important organs which work silently behind the scenes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to maintain homeostasis within the body. Unfortunately, kidney diseases progress asymptomatically and cause significant health impairments before people become aware. One in eight people in the nation and over 850 million people worldwide is diagnosed with some form of kidney disease. How much do we know about the causes? Will we be able to stop its advance? The molecular mechanism of kidney disease progression will be explained using the latest research results. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "Global History"
| Date | September 2nd (Mon) & 4th (Wed), 2019 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo each day |
| Overview | What is global history? Why do we need global history now? Is it possible to discuss identity, which is one of the most important concepts in the contemporary world, in context of global history? The world’s top global historians will discuss these points over two days. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Symposium on Data-Driven Future Society
| Date | September 2, 2019 |
| Venue | Takeda Hall, 5F, Takeda Building, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Utilizing Data in every field and region across the country is mandatory to realize the Society 5.0. In this symposium, leading cases in data utilization including the activities in the University of Michigan as well as the ongoing plan of preparing data exploitation infrastructure are introduced, and we will discuss how to realize the ideal future smart society. Symposium Poster List of Poster Presentations (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Data Platform Promotion Task Force, UTokyo Future Society Initiative dp.jimu [at] ifi.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Healthcare Data Science Research Unit Symposium: 2019 Data health plans to encourage public and society
| Date | August 30, 2019 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | “Data Health” is a new policy scheme for disease prevention and health promotion, and this policy scheme aims to encourage stakeholders committed to realizing those activities in Japan. Health insurers created their own Data Health plans and have carried out the plans for one year. Through this, we have gradually come to understand how insurers made good plans, and which ways and structures effectively improved the health status of those insured through our evaluation and analysis. In this symposium, we will introduce the interim results and some good examples of Data Health plans. Symposium Poster Related links (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Institute for Future Initiatives Healthcare Data Science Research Unit dh-jimu [at] ifi.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The Center for Early Childhood Development, Education, and Policy Research (CEDEP) Public Symposium: Exploring the essence of development and childcare ~ Looking at the nurturing of people and how their nuturing is supported ~
| Date | August 3, 2019 |
| Venue | Yasuda Auditorium, The University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus) |
| Overview | The 2019 Symposium on Early Childhood Development, Education and Policy Research is an annual symposium that will provide a yearly update on the newest research projects conducted by the Center for Early Childhood Development, Education and Policy Research (CEDEP). It will also provide an opportunity to discuss future challenges for improving the quality of early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Japan. English interpretation will not be available. Please register in advance. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | The Center for Early Childhood Development, Education, and Policy Research Graduate School of Education at The University of Tokyo cedep [at] p.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTokyo FSI Symposium "AI for Future Society"
| Date | July 11, 2019 |
| Venue | The venue has been changed to: Yasuda Auditorium, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | This talk will highlight some of Google AI's research and computer systems with an eye toward how they can be used to solve challenging problems, and will relate them to the National Academy of Engineering's Grand Engineering Challenges for the 21st Century, including the use of machine learning for healthcare, robotics, and engineering the tools of scientific discovery. He will also cover how machine learning is transforming many aspects of our computing hardware and software systems. Language: English Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Pre-registration is required. Applications will be closed once the seat limit is reached. Intended for: Students and faculty members of the University of Tokyo. (Priority is given to students/ First-come-first-served basis) [Registration Form for the above UTokyo members] Open to the students of other universities if there's any space available. A lottery may be held if there are many applicants and the result of the lottery including your participation will be sent by July 8th. [Registration Form for non-UTokyo members] |
| Contact | Division for External Relations, The University of Tokyo ext-info.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event "'Dark Tourism' in Japan"
| Date | June 21, 2019 |
| Venue | The venue has been changed to: Tetsumon Memorial Hall, The University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus) |
| Overview | The term “dark tourism” describes visits to sites of tragic and destructive historical events. This talk by Professor Andrew Gordon, Harvard University, will discuss the sites of what one might also call “difficult history” and argue for the importance of allowing for multiple perspectives that recognize the complexity of our shared histories. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Energy scenario analysis to inform policy debate: Climate change mitigation for 2050 and beyond
| Date | May 31, 2019 |
| Venue | Kojima Conference Room, 2F Kojima Hall, The University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus) |
| Overview | Climate change mitigation policy is accelerating globally, and it is receiving great attention as one of the central policy issues at the G20 Osaka summit in June. In April, the Japanese government released a proposal for its mid-century strategy under the Paris Agreement, and the policy debate is shifting toward how to mainstream renewables, discontinuous innovations, and net-zero and possibly negative emissions in 2050 and beyond. In this symposium, we invite leading researchers working on energy scenarios in Japan to discuss climate change mitigation for 2050 and beyond from diverse perspectives. Meeting Information in japanese |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Institute for Future Initiatives, The University of Tokyo sugiyama-staff[at]ifi.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event “The Gothic Cathedral of Science: The Nobel Prize and the Concept of ‘Revolution’”
| Date | May 27, 2019 |
| Venue | Fukutake Learning Theater, The University of Tokyo(Hongo Campus) |
| Overview | This lecture focuses on the concept of revolution and its relevance for the Nobel Prizes in physics, chemistry and medicine. Taking medieval European cathedrals as a metaphor, the lecture will discuss the different ways of viewing scientific development by sociologists of science on the one hand and by natural scientists on the other. It will be suggested that the Nobel Prize ? since it has existed for such a relatively short time ? may have somewhat distorted our view of scientific development. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Tokyo College Event “Envisioning a far more female future of Japan”
| Date | May 15, 2019 |
| Venue | Koshiba Hall, The University of Tokyo (Hongo Campus) |
| Overview | Join us for a public lecture by a leading international journalist, Mr. Bill Emmott, who has made a number of interviews with Japanese female leaders and states that, in 20 years, the innovative energy of Japanese women will contribute greatly to bringing growth and dynamic change back to Japanese society. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Contact | Tokyo College, The University of Tokyo tokyo.college.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Nature 150th Anniversary Symposium: "The Future of Japanese Science - Visions towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals - "
| Date | April 4, 2019 |
| Venue | Yasuda Auditorium, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | This symposium will focus on the current challenges and future directions of science, and discuss with experts how science should be aimed at realizing a better future society symbolized by SDGs, as well as the various challenges facing Japanese and global scientific communities. Language : English Symposium Poster |
| Related links | https://www.natureasia.com/ja-jp/nature/nature-150/anniversary-symposium (Japanese language only) |
| Registration | Registration Form (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Nature Research |
| Cosponsor | The University of Tokyo |
FY 2018
Meet the Biotech Experts, Amgen-UTokyo
| Date | March 28, 2019 |
| Venue | Lecture Room No.15, Faculty of Engineering Bldg.1, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | In this symposium, lectures will be delivered by Dr. Reese (Executive Vice President for Research and Development), and Dr. Galson (Senior Vice President for Global Regulatory Affairs and Safety), at Amgen, a pioneer in bio startups in the U.S. Also, an interactive discussion will be held with these experts as well as Dr. Levy (Senior Vice President for Global Development), and Dr. Miyoshi (Executive Medical Director), answering questions from participants about research and careers. Symposium Poster |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Cosponsor | World-leading INnovative Graduate Study Program for Life Science and Technology (WINGS-LST), the University of Tokyo UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program |
| Contact | Office of WINGS-LST (Ouchi URA) souchi[at]bioeng.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The Fourth Cambridge–UTokyo Joint Symposium: "Sustainability and Innovation For Society"
| Date | March 27, 2019 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The Fourth Joint Symposium between the University of Cambridge and The University of Tokyo: "Sustainability and Innovation For Society" will be held at Sanjo Conference Hall of the University of Tokyo Hongo Campus on 27 March 2019. The Symposium will include talks from the heads of both universities, President Makoto Gonokami and Professor Stephen Toope; they will both talk on "The Contribution of the University to Innovation in Society and Industry". Following this, there will be a panel discussion, where the pro-vice-chancellors and vice presidents of the two universities will be discussing the actual strategies of the two universities. In the afternoon session, showcases of existing and future possible collaborations will be presented and discussed. Symposium Poster Detailed Program |
| Registration | Registration Form |
| Sponsor | University of Cambridge The University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Center for International Affairs, School of Engineering k-kikaku.t[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
IRCN Neuro-inspired Computation Course
| Date | March 21-24, 2019 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The First IRCN Course in Neuro-Inspired Computation is designed for international researchers from diverse fields and backgrounds at the graduate student and postdoctoral career stages to learn about the latest advances in computational modeling of the brain and its use in developing new AI strategies and applications. The course is part of the interdisciplinary research activities of the center and students will have an opportunity to contribute to the generation of new synergistic collaborations and the establishment of the research field of “Neurointelligence” in science and society. Detailed Program |
| Related links | https://ircn.jp/en/events/032124-19-neuro-inspired-computation-course-university-of-tokyo-japan |
| Sponsor | International Research Center for Neurointelligence (IRCN), the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Office of International Research Center for Neurointelligence (IRCN) course[at]ircn.jp |
Inaugural Symposium for the Institute for Future Initiatives, the University of Tokyo: "Imaging a Sustainable Future: SDGs and the Future of Academic Research"
| Date | March 8, 2019 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | In April 2019, the Policy Alternatives Research Institute and Integrated Research System for Sustainability Science will be combined to form the Institute for Future Initiatives. On the occasion of the inauguration of this new Institute, we will be holding an international conference with the title “Imaging a Sustainable Future: SDGs and the Future of Academic Research”. While the UN has proposed a set of goals for creating a sustainable world in the form of SDGs, we nonetheless observe nations to enact policies biased toward protecting their own interests rather than responding to contemporary global issues. In light of this, we would like to consider how academic research organizations can address transnational issues thorough the symposium. Symposium Poster |
| Related links | http://pari.u-tokyo.ac.jp/events/201903/pari/event-12932/ (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI), the University of Tokyo Integrated Research System for Sustainability Science (IR3S), the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI) 03-5841-0555 Integrated Research System for Sustainability Science (IR3S) 03-5841-1539 |
Symposium commemorating the establishment of the Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society: "The Future of Regional Revitalization and Regional Areas"
| Date | March 8, 2019 |
| Venue | Lecture Theater, Komaba Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society was established on April 1, 2018 as a new Integrated Research System at the University of Tokyo. The purpose of the organization is to achieve synergy in the three phases of research, regional cooperation, and human resource development by establishing an integrated platform through the collaboration of 11 departments of the university involved in solving regional issues. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the establishment of the "Headquarter for Overcoming Population Decline and Vitalizing Local Economy in Japan" in 2014. In this symposium, we would like to examine the policies of regional revitalization, and consider the future of regional revitalization and regional areas. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society, the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Office of Collaborative Research Organization for Future Regional Society 03-5465-7548 office[at]frs.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The Fifth UTokyo Strategic Partnership Symposium: "How can UTokyo work together with Asian Universities?"
| Date | March 7, 2019 |
| Venue | Koshiba Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/focus/en/events/z1311_00018.html Language : English (Japanese/English simultaneous translation) Symposium Poster Report of Symposium |
| Sponsor | Division for Global Campus Initiatives, the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Division for Global Campus Initiatives sp.uni.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
ISS Seminar : "The Issues Japan Faces Working Toward Global Inclusion" (Professor Mari Osawa Final Report Meeting)
| Date | March 6, 2019 |
| Venue | FUKUTAKE Learning Theater, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) tend to be viewed primarily as issues for developing countries, but the fifth goal on "Gender Equality" is certainly an issue within Japan. In the first part of this seminar, Professor Mari Osawa, who has been conducting research on Japan's welfare system from a gender perspective, examines the issues required for this system to meet standards for global inclusion. In the second part, the influence and significance of Professor Mari Osawa's research on various academic fields will be shown, and the possibility of future development will be discussed. Seminar Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Related links | https://jww.iss.u-tokyo.ac.jp/research/monthly/2018/20190306.html (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Institute of Social Science (ISS), the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Osawa Lab of ISS (Ms. Hemmi) 03-5841-4950 chigusa.hemmi[at]iss.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
PARI Workshop : "How do think tanks matter in Japan? Past, present, and the future"
| Date | February 28, 2019 |
| Venue | SMBC Academia Hall, International Academic Research Building, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | There is a growing call for evidence-based policy in various policy areas. The 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with their 169 targets and 232 indicators, embody such thinking. Think tanks play a key role in producing and communicating policy-relevant knowledge and evidence to policymakers and stakeholders. In this workshop, we invite Dr. James McGann, a leading scholar on the role of think tanks in public policy and creator and editor of the authoritative, annual Global Go To Think Tank Index. We will discuss the global trends and lessons for Japan's policy institutions. Seminar Poster |
| Related links | http://pari.u-tokyo.ac.jp/eng/event/smp190228_info.html |
| Sponsor | Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI), the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI) pari_forum[at]pari.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTokyo ITS Seminar Series No.34 ITS Seminar in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture
| Date | February 14, 2019 |
| Venue | Piazza Hall, Piazza OMI (Shiga Prefectural Civic Center) |
| Overview | The Seminar aims to create an opportunity to widely consider possibilities for implementing automated driving services in society, a new form of mobility that is expected to become necessary in revitalizing local communities. UTokyo's ITS Center and local industry, government and academia stakeholders will give lectures and discuss automated driving. Seminar Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Advanced Mobility Research Center (ITS Center) in Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Office of ITS Center 03-5452-6565 seminar[at]its.iis.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTokyo Institute of Social Science (ISS) Symposium Series No.30 : "Disaster Prevention / Disaster Reduction and Gender Equality - From the Results of Municipal Government Survey in 2017 -"
| Date | February 1, 2019 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Disasters are much more severe for women, the elderly and people with disabilities. It has been ten years since the National Governors' Association revealed this in its fiscal 2008 survey on municipal disaster prevention policy. Japan has repeatedly experienced grievous disasters such as the Great East Japan Earthquake. Now, how much are the perspectives of gender equality and diversity reflected in disaster prevention and disaster reduction policy? The survey in FY 2017 was conducted for all prefectures and all municipalities, in cooperation with the Gender Equality Bureau Cabinet Office and the National Governors' Association. We will elucidate the current situation from the results of the survey and look into future issues. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Related links | https://www.iss.u-tokyo.ac.jp/symposium/ |
| Sponsor | Institute of Social Science (ISS), the University of Tokyo |
| Contact | Osawa Lab of ISS (Ms. Hemmi) 03-5841-4950 chigusa.hemmi[at]iss.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The 3rd ETHZ-UTokyo Strategic Partnership Symposium on the UN SDGs and Innovation
| Date | January 21-22, 2019 |
| Venue | Chemistry Auditorium, Chemistry Main Building (5F), School of Science, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The 3rd ETHZ-UTokyo Strategic Partnership Symposium will highlight research being carried out in collaboration between the two strategic partner institutions to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and innovation. A plenary lecture will be given by Takafumi Yamamoto, president and representative director of Todai TLO. Symposium Poster |
| Related links | https://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/UTokyo_ETHZ/ |
| Sponsor | The University of Tokyo Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETHZ) |
| Contact | Office of Research Strategy and Development, School of Science (Kate Harris) ura[at]adm.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The University of Tokyo-UNDP Joint Symposium on the Anniversary of Comprehensive Partnership Agreement: “CHANGE THE WORLD: Challenges by the University of Tokyo and UNDP to Co-create a Sustainable Future”
| Date | November 27, 2018 |
| Venue | Sanjo Conf. Hall, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | The heads of UNDP and The University of Tokyo will share insights and visions for creation of a sustainable future and collaborative ways to make it happen. There will be a dialogue session with young generations to discuss what the required actions are to change the future towards a sustainable one. (Language: English) Symposium Poster |
| Sponsor | The University of Tokyo United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) |
| Contact | International Strategy Group intl-strategy.adm[at]gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
Policies and Strategies for Utilizing Data - For a better Data-driven Society -
| Date | November 19, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Pamphlet (Japanese language only) |
| Related links | http://pari.u-tokyo.ac.jp/events/201811/pari/event-11479/ (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | UTokyo Future Society Initiative (UTokyo FSI) Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI) |
| Contact | Policy Alternatives Research Institute (PARI) pari_forum[at]pari.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The University of Tokyo Center of Innovation (COI), Johnson & Johnson, Janssen Pharmaceutical Joint Symposium
| Date | October 31, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Titled "Our Future Healthcare - Innovations for the World," the symposium will introduce the open innovation platform of industry-university cooperation and discuss the standard we should aim for. Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Cosponsor | Self-Managing Healthy Society, The University of Tokyo Center of Innovation (COI) Department of Bioengineering, School of engineering, The University of Tokyo Johnson & Johnson K.K. Janssen Pharmaceutical K.K. |
| Contact | Mr.Tojo tojo.hideaki[at]mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTokyo Research Institute for Biomedical Science and Engineering Symposium: "Activities for Biomedical Science and Engineering at UTokyo, and Efforts Toward Social Implementation"
| Date | October 15, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | UTokyo Research Institute for Biomedical Science and Engineering |
| Contact | Ms.Ouchi souchi[at]bioeng.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
UTIDAHM Symposium 2018: "Adaptive Nature of the Mind"
| Date | October 5, 2018 |
| Venue | Lecture Hall, Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences Bldg., Komaba Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | UTIDAHM Symposium 2018 "Adaptive Nature of the Mind" Symposium Poster (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | UTokyo Institute for Diversity and Adaptation of Human Mind |
| Contact | UTokyo Institute for Diversity and Adaptation of Human Mind utidahm-office[at]umin.ac.jp |
The 1st Community Workshop for Utilizing Research Data
| Date | September 5, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall and Multi-purpose space in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Overview | This workshop aims for the formation of a campus community related to utilizing data. Discussing research activities presented by researchers throughout the University links researchers and projects across departments and promotes cooperation both inside and outside the University. Workshop Poster (Japanese language only) Report of Workshop (Japanese language only) List of Poster Presentation (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Data Platform Promotion Task Force, UTokyo Future Society Initiative |
| Contact | Research Promotion Department, Information Systems Department dp.jimu[at]itc.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The 8th Conference of The Healthy Long Life Loop Society
| Date | August 22, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| URL | http://coi.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/news/304/ (Japanese language only) |
| Sponsor | Self-Managing Healthy Society, The University of Tokyo Center of Innovation (COI) |
| Contact | Ms.Ogawa ogawa.nobue[at]mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The University of Tokyo-UNIDO Joint Symposium: “Young Wisdom, Innovation and SDGs”
| Date | April 16, 2018 |
| Venue | Ito Hall in the Ito International Research Center, Hongo Campus, the University of Tokyo |
| Related links | https://www.unido.or.jp/en/coming/4153/ |
