Greener Mobility Ideathon

Are you passionate about transforming urban transportation into a more sustainable and efficient system? Join us for the Greener Mobility Ideathon, a hands-on event focused on developing actionable solutions that promote greener, more efficient urban mobility.

Building on the momentum from the previous Sustainable Transport Hackathon, this Ideathon invites participants to collaborate with leading experts in transportation, data, and cloud computing to optimize ideas through SMART goals (Sustainable, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely). Together, we'll tackle real-world challenges, brainstorm impactful solutions, and design plans to drive lasting behavior change.

The Ideathon’s discussion topics will focus on:

• Evaluating the reliability and accessibility of transportation services and ride-sharing apps.
• Creating integration plans for public bus timetables and other modes of transport.
• Designing a scalable cloud computing platform for data management and support.
• Developing a geographical database for location-based transportation services.

This community-driven event is your chance to co-develop forward-thinking mobility solutions, refine ideas, and turn concepts into action for greener cities!

Background

This one-day Ideathon is organized by the EU-Japan EIG Concert Japan Project:
"A proactive Social-based framework for SMART transportation (SO-SMART)" project on Sustainable Mobility in Okinawa.

SO-SMART brings together experts from EU and Japanese labs over a period of three years to develop practical solutions using an eco-design process involving local citizens. The project aims to develop a platform that is not just useful for Onna/Okinawa, but can act as a reference for future developments in Japan and Europe.

OIST's Visiting Program (TSVP) is the local host of this "Ideathon" at OIST, consisting of keynote lectures followed by group discussions. OISTers and local residents will work together with experts to find solutions to improve sustainable mobility in the Onna-Ishikawa area.

Key Details 

• Expert-Led Collaboration: Work with top mobility and data integration experts. 
• Team-Based Innovation: Collaborate in small teams to address key challenges. 
• Hands-On Problem Solving: Define solutions using SMART goals to drive measurable impact. 
• No Prior Experience Needed: Whether you're a transportation expert or a curious participant, your perspective is welcome. 

Agenda Overview 

09:00 - 09:30 | Welcome Coffee
09:30 - 09:45 | Opening and So-Smart Project Introduction
09:45 - 10:00 | Welcome by Gil Granot-Mayer (Executive Vice President for Technology Development and Innovation, OIST)
10:00 - 10:35 | Keynote Talk: Akihiko Hoshi (Director for Transport and Tourism, Cabinet Office in Okinawa)
10:35 - 10:50 | Coffee Break and Group Photo
10:50 - 11:25 | Keynote Talk: Prof. Yudai Honma (University of Tokyo)
11:25 - 12:00 | Keynote Talk: Dr. Koichi Fujisaki (Japan Transport and Tourism Research Institute)
12:00 - 13:00 | Lunch Break
13:00 - 13:30 | Recap of previous Hackathon: Shivani Sathish (Atierra)
13:30 - 13:45 | Team Formation
13:45 - 14:30 | Review of Current Condition and Identifying the Potential Areas of Improvement
14:30 - 14:45 | Coffee Break
14:45 - 15:30 | Mid-Point Check-In and Expert Feedback
15:30 - 16:00 | Final Refinements and Pitch Preparation
16:00 - 17:00 | Team Presentations
17:00 - 17:30 | Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks

Invited Speakers

• Prof. Yudai Honma (University of Tokyo)
• Dr. Koichi Fujisaki (Japan Transport and Tourism Research Institute)
• Akihiko Hoshi (Director for Transport and Tourism, Cabinet Office in Okinawa)

Project Team Members

• Prof. Shoko Wakamiya (Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Japan)
• Prof. Eiji Aramaki (Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Japan)
• Prof. Wan-Jou Lavender She (Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan)
• Prof. Panote Siriaraya (Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan)
• Prof. Teriitutea Quesnot (University of Western Brittany, France)
• Prof. Christophe Claramunt (ISblue project, France / Visiting Scholar at OIST)
• Prof. Attila Kertesz (University of Szeged. Hungary)
• Prof. Ismail Rakip Karas (Karabuk University, Türkiye)
• Prof. Yasin Ortakci (Karabuk University, Türkiye)
• Dr. Jonas Fischer (Project Coordination, OIST)

Access to OIST Seminar Room L4E48

Registration Closed

Ready to make an impact? Secure your spot in this transformative event and contribute to the future of sustainable urban mobility! 

Registration Closed (Deadline: 28 November 2024)
 

Let’s co-create smarter, greener transport solutions!

 On the day of the event, a public relations staff member will be taking photographs at the venue.

※ Please note that photos may be taken during the event. These are intended for publication online (on the OIST website, social media, and other outlets. If there are any individuals who do not wish to have their face shown, please notify the staff on the day of the event.)※