Past Events
Seminar"Complex viscoplastic flows in superhydrophobic channels"Hossein Rahmani
Language: English
OIST Representation Theory Seminar
TSVP Seminar: "Future directions in topological recursion" by Kento Osuga
TSVP Seminar: "Future directions in topological recursion" by Kento Osuga
[Seminar] Prof. Masafumi Udagawa "Local detection of Majorana zero mode in Kitaev’s chiral spin liquid"
https://oist.zoom.us/j/96323578691?pwd=ZkpFUXkxbVZTb3RCQ3pDM2x2MzBWUT09
Target audience: Interns, Students, PostDocs, and those who are interested in the same research field. Language: English
[Mini-course]: Metric geometry on the configuration space | Professor Kohei Suzuki, Durham University
Abstract: The configuration space Y(X) over a base space X is the space of all Radon point measures on X. The space Y(X) has been studied in many fields such as algebraic geometry (e.g., the hyperplane arrangement with X=Grassmannian), algebraic topology (e.g., the braid group with X=Euclidean plane), representation theory (e.g., the L^2-representation of diffeomorphism groups on manifolds X), statistical physics (e.g., interacting particle diffusions with X=Euclidean space). In this series of lectures, I will focus on the metric geometry of Y(X) induced by the 2-Wasserstein distance. As Y(X) does not support the volume doubling property, the established theory of PI spaces does not apply. The goal of the series is to elaborate on
Metric geometry on Y(X); Curvature analysis on Y(X); Applications to infinite particle diffusion processes (including e.g. infinite particle Dyson Brownian motion); Open questions.Lecture 1 | L4E01 August 29, 2023 10:00 - 11:00
Lecture 2 | L4E01 August 30, 2023 10 :0 0 - 11 :00
Lecture 3 | L4F01 August 31, 2023 10 :0 0 - 11 :00
Lecture 4 | B700 September 1, 2023 10 :0 0 - 11 :00
Register here*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
This lecture be accessible to senior math undergraduate and anyone above the level.【Seminar】Semi-discrete modeling of systems of disclinations and dislocations by Prof. Marco Morandotti
Dr. Marco Morandotti, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences of Politecnico di Torino
Seminar: Mindful Communication (No Registration Required)
Mindful Communication:
This public speaking seminar covers the crucial elements of any oral engagement. Topics include: finding common ground, sharing personal connection, focusing the central theme, painting vivid examples, and posing baby steps forward. For the OIST community, there will be examples from science, administration, and policy. Finally, the seminar poses ways to keep repetitive information fresh and interesting for everyone involved.
Okinawan Traditional Tea Ceremony (Buku Buku tea)* Filled to Capacity
Buku-buku tea is a traditional tea of Okinawa with a unique flavour with giant white bubbles rising from the tea bowl and the fragrance of roasted rice. By using a large wooden bowl called "Buku-Buku- Sara" and a large whist to make Buku-Buku tea. There are no rules such as how to make or drink this tea. Just enjoy Okinawan atmosphere. It was considered a summer drink for caring thirst; now, it is a drink in all seasons.Buku-Buku tea was consumed at celebrations, especially to celebrate the beginning of the journey. It is entirely different from the Japanese Tea Ceremony called "Sado". This tea style belongs "Furicha" Group.(f.g Bata-Bata tea from Niigata, Bote-Bote tea from Shimane)
ブクブクー茶は、茶碗から盛り上がった白い豊かな泡と煎り米の香りが特徴的な沖縄の伝統茶です。大きな茶せんとブクブクー皿と呼ばれる茶道具を使ってブクブクー茶を点てます。お茶の点て方や飲み方には決まったルールが無いので、お気軽に沖縄の雰囲気を楽しみながら、お飲み下さい!かつては、夏に喉を潤す飲み物とされていましたが、現在では季節を問わず楽しまれています。ブクブクー茶は、縁起の良い物=(カリーナムン)とされ、特に旅立ちの祝いに用いられていました。
ブクブクー茶は、日本の茶道とは全く異なります。種類としては”振り茶”に当たります。(新潟県のバタバタ茶、島根県のボテボテ茶等と同様)
Please contact Rikako Kuwae and send an application email for a waiting list.OIST SANSHIN LESSON Summer Semester (July 20th ~ October 26th)
For those who have never played sanshin before or those who used to play but have forgotten how to play Sanshin.
You will be able to play “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” in the first class!
In this class, you will be introduced to a brief history of Sanshin and basic skills like how to use a pick, how to hold the Sanshin, and how to read the notes. We will practice the first three songs below for a month to make friends with sanshin J Then gradually move onto Okinawan traditional songs/POP songs. In this class, you will be able to read notes and play:
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star(きらきら星) Froggy song(カエルの歌) Orion Beer Song from BEGIN(オジー自慢のオリオンビール) Aha-bushi – Okinawan fork song(安波節) Asadoya-Yunta – Okinawan fork song(安里屋ユンタ) Shimanchunu Takara (Treasure of Islander) from BEGIN(島人の宝) Experienced Class 19:15-20:15For those who can read Ko-ko-shi (sheet music) easily ♩ This classes are held throughout the year, so you can join each time. Please make a reservation with the instructor by Wednesday, the day before the day you would like to attend class due to the spots are limited.
This is a class for those can reads notes fluently. I take any requests, Okinawan folk songs, POPs, Ryukyuan Classical music, in this class. You will enjoy your favorite songs.
Example of requested songs|リクエスト曲の例:
・Nada soso(涙そうそう)
・Sanshin no Hana(三振の花)
・Warbigami(童神)
・Songs for Eisa (Okinawan traditional drum dance) (エイサー曲)
・Onna-bushi (Ryukyuan classical song)(恩納節)
etc. *Please kindly understand that the last class date may changed depending on the instructor's availability.
TSVP Seminar: "WKB for \(\mathcal{q}\)-difference equations" by Fabrizio Del Monte
TSVP Seminar: "WKB for \(\mathcal{q}\)-difference equations" by Fabrizio Del Monte Informal discussion session
[Seminar] “Why do chromosomes look like chromosomes – and not like a ball of yarn?”
[Seminar] “Why do chromosomes look like chromosomes – and not like a ball of yarn?”
Seminar "Applied and computational rheology advances from extrusion to additive manufacturing" Patrick Anderson
Language: English
Carroll black holes
Visitor seminar hosted by Quantum Gravity Unit Speaker: Dr. Daniel Grumiller, Institute for Theoretical Physics, Vienna University of Technology Title: Carroll black holes
Cancelled [Seminar] Natural analogues provide valuable insights on the potential mechanisms for fish adaptation and acclimation in the face of changing ocean conditions
Speaker: Dr. Davide Spatafora, Shimoda Marine Research Centre (SMRC), Tsukuba University, Shimoda City, Shizuoka, Japan
Hosted by: Professor Timothy Ravasi, OIST Marine Climate Change Unit
Abstract: Natural analogues are characterized by temporal and spatial environmental fluctuations and are home to pre-adapted ‘biodiversity’ (e.g., organisms chronically exposed to high CO 2 conditions). Therefore, these spots provide a unique opportunity to investigate the ability of the fish to acclimate or adapt to future ocean conditions thus informing us about how they may adjust in a future world. (...)
TSVP Seminar: "Quantum phase transition and Resurgence: Lessons from 3d \(\mathcal{N}=4\) SQED" by Masazumi Honda
TSVP Seminar: "Quantum phase transition and Resurgence: Lessons from 3d \(\mathcal{N}=4\) SQED" by Masazumi Honda, YITP for researchers working in the same or similar areas
OIST-RIKEN Brain Symposium
The first joint symposium between RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS) and OIST is organized by Ph.D. students and professors in both institutes. The symposium aims to provide a platform for young scientists from both institutes to develop stronger ties and find solutions to shared research interests using different approaches/model organisms. The deadline for registration is 15th June 2023.
Seminars by Prof. Mahir Bilen Can (Tulane University) and Prof. Andrew Lobb (Durham University), L4F01
Speaker 1: Mahir Bilen Can (Tulane University)
Title: Graded locally semialgebraic spaces and graded Nash manifolds.
Speaker 2: Andrew Lobb (Durham University)
Title: Four-sided pegs fitting round holes fit all smooth holes.
Planets in bullet-time: inside Ne(wt)o(n)'s apple
A physics lecture for non-physicists. Title: Planets in bullet-time: inside Ne wt o n's apple. Speaker: Yasha Neiman.
[Seminar]New Developments in Low-Valent and Early Transition Metal Ions, Metal-Ligand Multiple Bonds, and Catalytic Reactions Involving Methane by Prof. Daniel Mindiola, University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Daniel Mindiola, Brush Family Professor of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania.
[Seminar]Synthesis and Property of Transition Metal Complexes Having a Lewis Acidic Group 13 Ligand by Prof. Makoto Yamashita, Nagoya University
Dr. Makoto Yamashita, Professor, Department of Molecular and Macromolecular Chemistry Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University
Efficient information usage by cells – and cell biologists by Prof. Keita Kamino, Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica
Efficient information usage by cells – and cell biologists by Prof. Keita Kamino, Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica
Uke Club Meeting - Seaside Lounge OR Beach!
This week we will patrol Onna's beaches looking for ukuleles that were washed ashore by the typhoon, which we will rehabilitate and release back into the wild.
The roles of the habenula-interpeduncular pathways in the integration of interoception and exteroception for decision making.
Functional heterogeneity: relationship between group performance and individual behavioural differences
By Prof. Isaac Planas-Sitjà from Department of Biological Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University ( https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Isaac-Planas) Zoom Link:
https://oist.zoom.us/j/95993904953?pwd=MEZpZk1uVGxJQUxGZnpyOEoxbVVKUT09
Meeting ID: 959 9390 4953 Passcode: 782775
Abstruct:
Animals face daily decisions, such as where to forage or nest, which can be critical for their fitness. In social animals, these decisions are complicated by a potential conflict of interests among group members, which nonetheless must collectively reach some form of agreement if the group is to remain together. Insects have been model organisms to study collective behaviour and advance our understanding of mechanisms leading to optimal and successful decisions. While it is clear that there are no two identical individuals, a debate still exists on whether heterogeneity of behaviour among group members could improve, or not, group performance. In fact, the question of how identical or dissimilar units, with same average properties, give rise to different collective processes goes beyond behavioural ecology. During this talk, I will introduce some of the mechanisms involved in collective behaviour (e.g., information sharing, social feedback and social interactions), and discuss how these mechanisms coupled with individual differences can lead to more accurate decisions, from gregarious to eusocial insects.
[Seminar] "Water and Graphene: a Quaint Quantum Couple" by Prof. Mischa Bonn (Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research)
Title: Water and Graphene: a Quaint Quantum Couple
[Seminar] The SOKOBAN random walk by Ofek Lauber Bonomo
The SOKOBAN random walk by Ofek Lauber Bonomo1 and Shlomi Reuveni, School of Chemistry, Center for the Physics & Chemistry of Living Systems, Tel Aviv, Israel.
Seminar in L4E26, welcome to anyone being interested.
QG group meeting: Supersymmetry, Localization and BV-polyvectors (part 1).
Quantum Gravity group meeting Speaker: Slava Lysov Title: Supersymmetry, Localization and BV-polyvectors (part 1)
POC Program Open Hours
We have biweekly open hours at OIST Innovation where you can come and talk with us about anything related to the Proof of Concept application process.
Children's School of Science open class 2023
The details will be updated
BeActive Fitness - Abs of Steel with Rachel *BARBIE WEEK - wear PINK*
Abs of steel with Rachel!
When: Wednesday morning 8am - 8:35am
Where: Village Center Meeting Room
Bring: Yoga mat, towel, water bottle and indoor shoes (optional)
*BARBIE WEEK - wear PINK*
REGISTRATION NO LONGER REQUIRED - IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THE CALENDAR FOR REMINDERS, THEN PLEASE REGISTER VIA QR CODE!
[Time changed] Seminar: "Conjugated polymers as photocatalysts for solar fuels generation" by Dr. Sebastian Sprick, University of Strathclyde
Dr. Sebastian Sprick, Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, University of Strathclyde
A bottom up approach for analyzing circuits underlying navigation in vertebrates by Head of Research. Claire WYART, Paris Brain Institute/INSERM
A bottom up approach for analyzing circuits underlying navigation in vertebrates
by Head of Research. Claire WYART, Paris Brain Institute/INSERM
[Seminar] "Graphene Oxide as a Super Material" by Prof. Shinya Hayami (Department of Chemistry, Kumamoto University)
Title: Graphene Oxide as a Super Material
[Seminar] "Quasi-universal scaling of brain activity: from real neurons to artificial intelligence." by Prof. Miguel Munoz.
[Seminar] "Quasi-universal scaling of brain activity: from real neurons to artificial intelligence." by Prof. Miguel Munoz.
Community Cooking Series - Class 7
The Community Cooking Series aims to bring the OIST community and residents of Onna closer through a shared love of food. Each session will be focused on one dish, taught by someone with a personal connection to the recipe (perhaps you?).
ONNA×OIST Children's School of Science 2023
The details will be updated
Child Development Center Annual Art Exhibition
OIST Child Development Center (CDC) annual art exhibition. This year's theme is "nature". Come enjoy the art made by our creative students!
【Seminar】Bridging Mechanics and Chemistry in Deformable Solids By Prof. Fernando P. Duda
Dr. Fernando P. Duda, Professor and Head Department of MEchanical Engineering,
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,
Language: English
TSVP Talk: "Analytical Validation of Variational Models for Epitaxially Strained Thin Films: A Review" by Paolo Piovano
TSVP Talk Language: English (no interpretation). Target audience: General audience / everyone at OIST and beyond. Freely accessible to all OIST members and guests without registration (also via Zoom).
//Rescheduled//Seminar "Diverging current fluctuations in critical Kerr resonators" Prof. Mark Michison, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
Speaker: Prof. Mark Michison, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
Kite and Triangle diagrams through Symmetries of Feynman Integrals
Visitor seminar hosted by Quantum Gravity Unit Speaker: Dr. Subhajit Mazumdar,Center for Theoretical Physics, Seoul National University Title: Kite and Triangle diagrams through Symmetries of Feynman Integrals
Silver workshop VI
This 6th workshop is a continuation of the previous workshop in a series. This workshop discuss the modularity and duality, geometric group, cohomological theory, singularity theory, and knot theory. All talks on the black board are expected. The online participation of Zoom will be possible by the registration in advance.
[Canceled] Seminar "Variable Energy Flux in Turbulence" by Prof. Mahendra K. Verma
[Speaker] Prof. Mahendra K. Verma, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
POC Program Open Hours
We have biweekly open hours at OIST Innovation where you can come and talk with us about anything related to the Proof of Concept application process.
OIST Workshop "New trends of conformal theory from probability to gravity"
OIST Workshop | Website | Main organizer: Shinobu Hikami (Mathematical and Theoretical Physics Unit) | OIST members are welcome to attend all scientific sessions (registration required).
Autism as an invisible disability: What you see is NOT everything
A lack of societal understanding and acceptance of autism is a serious issue that is associated with loneliness and mistreatments of autistic people in criminal justice system or employment. Autism is not a disorder or impairment that needs to be treated or cured. What needs to be changed is the societal understanding of autism.
In this talk, from the societal model and neurodiversity paradigm, I will highlight lived experiences of autistic people including my own and latest research and cover topics such as sociality, loneliness, and mental health in autism. There will be a Q&A session at the end.
Speaker:
Dr Kana Grace
Kana is an English-Japanese bilingual psychologist specializing in Autism. She is an Honorary Research Fellow at the Center for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE) at University College London where she completed her PhD, and a research collaborator at Autism Spectrum Australia. She has been featured in major media such as BBC, Scientist, and Spectrum. Kana is autistic and an ADHDer, and is passionate about advocacy for autism and neurodiversity.
Fee:
1,000 yen/person
I will send you the details via email.
Booking:
Please email to valtameri.grace@outlook.com
Email title: "talk" Email text: please write down your preffered session (English or Japanese) and numbers of people who are coming. I will reply to you to confirm your booking. First-come-first-served basis of 20 capacityLocation:
Seminar Room, Seaside House, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)
Date and time:
Saturday, July 29
11:00 am - 12:15 pm Japanese
14:00 pm - 15:15 pm English
I will do the same talk at different times. Choose the one you prefer!
自閉症という見えない障がい:見えるものが全てではない
自閉症という見えない障がい:見えるものが全てではない
自閉症に対する社会の理解欠如は、孤独や刑事司法制度・雇用における当事者の不当な扱いに繋がる深刻な問題です。自閉症は「病気」ではなく、自閉症者を「治す」・「変える」必要はありません。変えていくべきなのは社会の自閉症に対する理解です。
この講義では、障害の社会的モデル・ニューロダイバーシティの目線から、講師自身を含めた当事者の経験と最新の研究に焦点を当て、自閉症における社会性・孤独・メンタルヘルスなどのトピックについて革新的な情報をお話しします。質疑応答の時間もあります。
講師:
Dr Kana Grace (カナ・グレイス博士)
カナは、自閉症専門の英日バイリンガル心理学者です。現在、博士号を取得したユニバーシティカレッジロンドンの自閉症研究所の名誉研究員・オーストラリアの自閉症チャリティー団体Autism Spectrum Australiaの共同研究者です。BBC, Scientist, Spectrum など国外の主要なメディアでも注目される自閉症研究者・活躍家です。カナは、自閉症・ADHD当事者で自閉症・ニューロダイバーシティの 擁 護活動に熱意を持っています。
経歴:
博士, ユニバーシティカレッジロンドン, 英国
修士(カウンセリング心理学), ボストンカレッジ, 米国
PgCert(自閉症), シェフィールドハラム大学, 英国
理学士,ノースイースタン大学,米国
参加費:
1000円/1人 お支払い詳細はメールにてお伝えします。予約:
valtameri.grace@outlook.com へEメールを送信。
メールタイトル:「講演会」 メールの本文:希望のセッション(日本語化か英語)・参加人数をご記入ください。 予約完了の返信を致します。 定員20名の先着順です。場所:
沖縄科学技術大学院大学(OIST)
シーサイドハウス内、セミナールーム
日時:
7月29日、土曜日
11:00 am - 12:15 pm 日本語
14:00 pm - 15:15 pm 英語
日本語と英語で違う時間帯に同じ講演をします。どちらかをお選びください。
OIST Representation Theory Seminar: Quantum wreath product
[Seminar] "Organic Ionic-Electronic Mixed Conductors-Based on 3D Bioelectronic Interfaces, Reconfigurable Neuromorphic Circuits, and 3D Neuronal Cell Cultures" by Prof. Myung-Han Yoon
Prof. Myung-Han Yoon, Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)