JAIST-OIST Joint Symposium "Advanced Science and Technology × Gendered Innovation"

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JAIST-OIST Joint Symposium "Advanced Science and Technology × Gendered Innovation"

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 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.

Official Website/ Program

As part of the ongoing partnership between OIST and JAIST, a joint symposium will be held at *JAIST on November 26. *This symposium is for onsite participation only and will not be broadcast online.

Session Topics:

1. The Future of Humanity and Emerging Intelligences -- Toward New Knowledge Rooted in Diversity (RRI + AI × Gendered Innovation)
2. Advances in MedTech and Inclusive Futures -- Developing Medical Technologies that Embrace Sex and Gender Diversity (eMEDX × Gendered Innovation)
3. Quantum Research and Social Impact -- Rethinking Quantum Technology as Inclusive Innovation (Quantum × Gendered Innovation)

Please find event detailed and up-to-date information from the official page on the JAIST website.   

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Speakers from OIST

Kenji Doya (Neural Computation Unit)
Saacnicteh Toledo Patino (Molecular Bioengineering Group)
Nicolo Lo Piparo (Quantum Information Science and Technology Unit)
Ivana Kurecic (Technology Development Section, OIST Innovation)
Milena Menezes Carvalho (Neural Coding and Brain Computing Unit)
Tanomi Yamamura (Former member of Neurobiology Research Unit) *Current affiliation: National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)

Flash Talk Presenters from OIST

Yuji Kanagawa (Neural Computation Unit)
Jorge Emiliano Herrera Perez (Molecular Bioengineering Group)
Jose Alberto Leon Gonzalez (Molecular Bioengineering Group)
Daniel Lopez Lopez (Molecular Bioengineering Group)
Sarai Vasquez Reyes (Molecular Bioengineering Group)

Co-hosts

• Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
• Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University

Contact

Please email academic-partnerships@oist.jp if you have any questions.