Past Events
Speaking to Think or Thinking to Speak: A Communication Exploration
Join us for a discussion on the relationship between thinking and speaking. We'll explore how our thought processes influence our communication styles and how this can impact group dynamics and meetings.
Date: November 1st
Time: 2PM to 3:30PM
Location: Lab2 c600b
English Level: Intermediate and aabove
TOMY Exhibition on October 29th, 30th 14:00-15:00
セミナー日程;10月29日(火)、30日(水)
場所;L5 DE14
時間;14:00~15:00
zoomも同時開催いたします。
10/29(火)日本語
The 30th East Asia Joint Symposium
The EAJS was initiated as a joint research conference between the Institute of Medical Science of the University of Tokyo and the Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Seoul National University (Korea) in 1994 and has been held annually for recent twenty-seven years. During the twenty-seven years, the EAJS has expanded by inviting other seven institutes.
Onna no Eki (Fruits and Vegetables)
Onna no Eki is coming to OIST every Friday, 12:30-13:30
Medix Exhibitions on October 23rd
Okinawa Medix will hold exhibitions collaborating with Merck, FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical and SPT Labtech on October 23rd at Center building B503.
RAM2024 Alumni Stories Mixer
As part of Researcher Appreciation Month (RAM), join us for a dynamic and friendly session where OIST alumni share honest, insightful, and perheps unconventional perspectives on life after OIST.
Industry-Science Talk: Introducing the "Quantum Rocket"
OIST Innovation and Applied Cryptography Unit invite the OIST community to join an insightful talk by Mark Medum Bundgaard, Chief Product Officer of Partisia . Partisia is a global leader in the field, specializing in secure computing technology and Multiparty Computation, and has been providing solutions since 2008, initially for high-stakes auctions. Today, their technology supports various applications, including data security. Mark will explore how their technology helps protect data today to ensure its security in the future. He will also discuss the exciting potential of building "the Quantum Rocket" together and present Partisia's innovative solutions that create real impact in the digital world.
RAM2024 Lab Tours
This week, from 7th to 11th, RAM will take you on seven unique Lab Tours , thoughtfully designed by your friends and colleagues. Good news — there are still spots available! Don't miss the opportunity to sign up for one or more tours and see how the labs operate.
Unlock the Power of Sentence Stress
Unlock the Power of Sentence Stress!
Join us for an engaging seminar on Stressing Keywords in a Sentence .
Date: October 4th Time: 3:00 PM Location: Lab 2, Room C600B
Discover how to make your speech more dynamic and impactful by learning the art of sentence stress. Avoid the monotone trap by emphasizing the right words and enhancing your communication skills.
Boost Your English Pronunciation: /r/ and /l/ Seminar - 英語の発音を上達させる: /r/ と /l/ セミナー
Date: September 27th Time: 2 PM
Learn effective techniques to:
Pronounce /r/ and /l/ clearly and confidently Avoid common pronunciation mistakes Improve your overall English fluencyLimited spots available! Secure your place today: https://forms.office.com/r/zJKnAR29Yj
Gateway to Global Impact: Innovation Starting from Okinawa
We welcome startups from OIST and Okinawa Prefectural Government-certified partner venture capital firms as guests and host an event to discuss the innovation that begins in Okinawa and at OIST.
*Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation will be provided.
OIST Townhall
OIST Town Hall with President Markides
Thank you for "RU OK?" Day donation.
Ganjuu Wellbeing Service thanks those who donated, stopped by, and participated in the "Compassion Chain" artwork.
RU OK? Day
Ganjuu Wellbeing Service "RU OK? " Day event
Date & Time: September 12th 11:30-13:30
Place: Outside of Cafeteria@ Center Building
Fundraising Event & Compassion Chain Art Work
Welcome Ceremony for the Class of 2024
Welcome Ceremony for new faculty members joining OIST, and PhD students joining the Class of 2024.
The ceremony is open to all OIST community members and will be held at the Auditorium.
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
Call for Travel Award-MIRAI Global Challenges Winter School
MIRAI Global Challenges Winter School is an onsite program in the scope of the four global challenges and designed to attract early career researchers (ECRs) from diverse fields, including humanities and social sciences.
Last Day to Register---Enhancing Web Presence Workshop Series---Module 2 of 6 on August 27
Deadline for Registration--- Enhancing Your Professional & Scientific Web Presence Workshop Series, Module 2: Developing an Ecology of Different Platforms and Processes . Please register if you plan to attend at least one of the modules in the series, which are open to all OIST members.
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
Career Chat with Professor Joshua Goldberg
We are pleased to announce a "Career Chat with Professor Joshua Goldberg", TSVP Visiting Scholar.
Please join us for a career discussion with Professor Joshua Goldberg, Hebrew University of Jerusalem. In a casual setting, he will, among other topics, be sharing his experiences as a neuroscientist in the medical device industry. He is open to any questions you may have and happy to discuss topics you are interested in.
Join Us for a Relaxing Watercolor Painting Workshop!
Whether you're new to painting or have some experience, this workshop is perfect foreall levels. You'll learn essential watercolor techniques, explore color mixing theory, and create beautiful landscape paintings. Plus, all materials are provided!
Date & Time: August 18, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM Location: Ocean View Room, OIST Fee: ¥2500 for OIST students, ¥3000 for others
Class will be taught in English.
Please wear old clothing or bring a smock to protect clothing from paint. All other materials will be provided.
Registration is required in advance to keep your spot!OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
FLEA MARKET
The flea market will be held @ OUTSIDE TUNNEL near the pond.
Please feel free to sell and buy pieces of stuff if you would like!
DATE:
Friday, 16th August from 4:30pm - 7:30pm
VENUE:
OUTSIDE TUNNEL near the pond
if you need any assistance or have questions, please contact ECOCLUB@GMAIL.COM or OIST_ECOCLUB via instagram. Thank you so much !!
Fireside Chat Career Talk with Professor Hirokazu Shirado
We are pleased to announce “Fireside Chat Career Talk with Professor Hirokazu Shirado”, TSVP Visiting Scholar.
Please join us for a career discussion with Professor Hirokazu Shirado, School of Computer, Carnegie Mellon University, USA. In a casual setting, he will be sharing his experiences in academia in Japan and the US, industry in Japan, and exploring STEM and social science fields. It will be a great opportunity to learn insights of academia hiring process, building a strong CV, academia vs industry, differences in Japan and the US for academia/industry, career paths within academia, etc. He is open to any questions you may have and happy to discuss topics you are interested in. Please join us!
[Workshop]Unlock the Secrets of Soy Sauce
Join Us for a Unique Soy Sauce Workshop and Discover the Art of Soy Sauce Making!
We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive workshop hosted by Mr. Kajita, CEO of Kajita Shoten , a 150-year-old soy sauce brewery in Ehime Prefecture. Kajita Shoten is one of the very few soy sauce breweries in Japan that handles every step of the production process, from sourcing raw materials to manufacturing, entirely in-house.
Last Day to Register---Writing Workshop Series---Module 1 of 6 on August 15
Deadline for Registration---Writing Workshop Series, Module 1: Writing as Process and Story. Please register if you plan to attend at least one of the modules in the series, which are open to all OIST members.
Fun With Patterns - Registration required in advance!
A pattern is a design with shapes or lines that repeat again and again. In this class we will be using watercolor paints to create a background and then using pens to draw interesting patterns on top. The class will be taught in English.
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
Sunset Social for OIST-KEIO International Research Summer Camp 2024
All OISTers and family are welcome! OIST-KEIO "Sunset Social" will be held as a part of the "OIST-KEIO International Research Summer Camp 2024". This is a great opportunity for the campers from KEIO University Medical School and OISTers to interact and network. Please join to meet the campers and and enjoy food trucks, live music, outdoor games as the Sun goes down!
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
Uchinaaguchi 101 -Let’s learn Uchinaaguchi (Okinawan language) and its history! with KEIO students! -
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
Grants in Practice: How to Write a Successful MSCA Application
"Grants in Practice" session will be held at OIST on July 25th, for students and researchers interested in learning ways to successfully apply to grants, like the European MSCA
おまけ回 大学職員向け勉強会 / Supplementary Study Session for OIST Staff (JPN)
*Japanese session. English sessions will be held from September to December.
おまけ回「疑問の解消と理解の掘り下げ」 (日本語) Presenter: Mizuki Shimanuki, Provost Office. Facilitator: Ayumi Nagai, C-HubOIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
第4回 大学職員向け勉強会 / #4 Study Sessions for OIST Staff (JPN)
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .
OIST Innovation open-hours
OIST Innovation opens its doors to OIST community every Friday .


































