OIST-Keio Showcase Talk Series Vol. 8 "Science Meets Society: Twist, Flow, and Instability"

The 8th OIST-Keio joint symposium explores the interplay of fluid mechanics, wave phenomena, and structural transformations, highlighting their impact on science and society. From gravity waves and multiphase reactors to extreme wave events, evaporating drops, and geometric linkages, six talks will showcase cutting-edge research at the intersection of physics, engineering, and applied mathematics. Additional topics will be explored in a poster session. The event aims to foster a dialogue between Keio and OIST researchers, enabling innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration.

As a continuation of the Greener Mobility Ideathon held in December last year, this mid-term workshop serves as a platform to share interim results and engage stakeholders, including local citizens, in shaping the next phase of development. The project aims to explore practical and community-driven solutions for sustainable transportation, combining digital tools, behavioral insights, and collaborative design.

Language: English and Japanese (partially)　発表は日本語通訳つき
Location: Seminar Room Lab 4 E48 at OIST

You are invited to present your poster(s) at RAM 2025 Poster session combined with Opening ceremony and Teatime to share your research with the OIST Community!

Date: 2nd of October
Time: from 16:00
Location: Atrium in Lab 5, level D

 This event is a collaborative initiative between Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) and Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST), aimed at advancing new research developments in Gendered Innovation through the integration of both institutes’ strengths in advanced science and technology.
Gendered Innovation offers critical perspectives not only for promoting femtech but also for applications in drug discovery, medical technologies, and materials development. Incorporating viewpoints on gender and broader diversity from the earliest stages of basic research is key to enhancing the quality and value of science. It also serves as a foundation for sustainable research and development that extends through applied research and ultimately contributes to social impact.
In particular, Gendered Innovation is gaining global attention as a framework aligned with Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) and with the promotion of fairness in research practices.
By bridging diverse fields such as quantum science, materials science,
and AI—alongside OIST’s core strengths in neuroscience, biology, and environmental science—this event seeks to foster interdisciplinary collaboration through the fusion of advanced research domains.
The event aspires to create a platform where researchers from both institutions can share knowledge, explore emerging challenges, and shape new possibilities for future-oriented, transdisciplinary research.

As part of the ongoing partnership between OIST and The University of Tokyo, a joint symposium will be held in Tokyo on August 19. 

Event Details and registration: https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/focus/ja/events/z0701_00040.html

Speaker: Sumati Surya (Raman Research Institute in Bengaluru) / Kristina Giesel (FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg) / Silke Weinfurtner (Nottingham University)

Date and time: 1^st July Tuesday at 14:00
Location: L4F01
Language: English

Title: Representation Theory and Topological Data Analysis: Latest Advances

This symposium is part of the TSVP Thematic Program "Topological Data Analysis, Persistence And Representation Theory Intertwined". The program will run from June 23 to August 9, 2025.

Symposium: Aspects of Generalized Symmetries

From June 16-21, 2025 at OIST Lab 5 D23

This symposium is part of the TSVP Thematic Program "Generalized Symmetries in Quantum Matter". The program will run from May 12 to July 5, 2025.

In this talk, Bianca Oudshoff explores how to move beyond academic publishing to create real-world impact by collaborating with industry, policymakers, and entrepreneurs. It highlights pathways for translating research into practical solutions, the challenges of launching science-based businesses, and the importance of interdisciplinary and international collaboration. Through real-world examples and personal insights, the talk provides practical guidance on how to bridge the gap between research and innovation.

COI Annual Symposium 2025
Convergence: Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Solving Complex Problems

Time: 14:00 Feb 25 – 16:30 Feb 26
Venue: Sydney Brenner Lecture Theater (B250)