Past Events

Innovation to Impact: Meet & Greet with Nigerian Women Tech Entrepreneurs

2025-08-27
OIST Innovation (Core 1 - Gathering Space)

Come meet a special delegation of innovators from Nigeria (West Africa) along with JICA Specialists, Nigerian government representatives, and three trailblazing women entrepreneurs driving digital transformation in HealthTech, FemTech, and Women’s Health at OIST Innovation.  

VC Mentoring Hours: DEEPCORE

2025-08-27
Online (Zoom)

In collaboration with leading venture capital firms, OIST Innovation offers startups and entrepreneurial researchers or students the opportunity to connect directly with venture capitalists for one-on-one mentoring and discussion.
Each round begins with an open seminar-style introduction, where participants can learn about the VC firm's investment focus and characteristics. This is followed by private, closed-door mentoring sessions between startups/researchers/students and the VC representatives.

The featured VC for this round is DEEPCORE.

OIST Innovation Open Hour

2025-08-22
Lab 3 A731 — OIST Innovation lounge

OIST Innovation opens its doors to the OIST community every Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your discoveries could lead to a patent or startup? Curious about what happens at OIST Innovation? Have an idea for a product or service? Want to apply for Round 14 of the Proof of Concept (POC) Program? We welcome your ideas and questions!

OIST Innovation Open Hour

2025-08-15
Lab 3 A731 — OIST Innovation lounge

OIST Innovation opens its doors to the OIST community every Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your discoveries could lead to a patent or startup? Curious about what happens at OIST Innovation? Have an idea for a product or service? Want to apply for Round 14 of the Proof of Concept (POC) Program? We welcome your ideas and questions!

OIST Accelerator Teams 2025: Project Introductions

2025-08-12
Seminar Room C210 - Ctr Bldg

All the teams selected for the 2025 OIST Innovation Accelerator are coming together!

Meet the promising startups tackling pressing social challenges as they present their projects and visions for the future.
Don't miss this opportunity to witness their bold journey firsthand—join us at the venue and be part of the excitement!

OIST Innovation Open Hour

2025-08-08
Lab 3 A731 — OIST Innovation lounge

OIST Innovation opens its doors to the OIST community every Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your discoveries could lead to a patent or startup? Curious about what happens at OIST Innovation? Have an idea for a product or service? Want to apply for Round 14 of the Proof of Concept (POC) Program? We welcome your ideas and questions!

OIST Innovation Open Hour

2025-08-01
Lab 3 A731 — OIST Innovation lounge

OIST Innovation opens its doors to the OIST community every Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your discoveries could lead to a patent or startup? Curious about what happens at OIST Innovation? Have an idea for a product or service? Want to apply for Round 14 of the Proof of Concept (POC) Program? We welcome your ideas and questions!

VC Mentoring Hours: GX Partners [Japanese Only]

2025-07-29
Online (Zoom)

In collaboration with leading venture capital firms, OIST Innovation offers startups and entrepreneurial researchers the opportunity to connect directly with venture capitalists for one-on-one mentoring and discussion. The featured VC for this round is GX Partners. Please note: This session will be conducted in Japanese only.

OIST Innovation Open Hour

2025-07-25
Lab 3 A731 — OIST Innovation lounge

OIST Innovation opens its doors to the OIST community every Friday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your discoveries could lead to a patent or startup? Curious about what happens at OIST Innovation? Have an idea for a product or service? Want to apply for Round 14 of the Proof of Concept (POC) Program? We welcome your ideas and questions!

Pitch Mastery 2-Day Workshop for US Market Entry & International Expansion by LAUNCHSTARZ

2025-07-24 to 2025-07-25
Day 1: Chura Hall / Day 2: C700

A hands-on, 2-day workshop to help startups explore overseas markets—focusing on U.S. entry but valuable for anyone looking to go global. Includes pitch refinement, market insights, and personalized feedback.

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