April 30: Opportunities for Engagement with Japanese Universities and Research Agencies
Explore international research collaboration firsthand in this special session featuring representatives from leading Japanese universities, national institutes, and industry partners.
Panelists will share insights into Japan’s innovation ecosystem, highlight current research priorities, and discuss pathways for building mutually beneficial partnerships with UC Davis researchers.
This is a rare opportunity to connect directly with academic and corporate leaders shaping Japan’s research landscape—and to explore opportunities for joint projects, student exchanges, and more!
Panelists:
Yoichi Oshima, Institute of Science Tokyo (IST)
Asako Baba, IST
Yuriko Osakabe, IST
Tetsuya Kadonosono, IST
Hiroshi Takagi, Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST)
Seika Oiwa, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.
Akio Koike, AGC Inc.
Who should attend: Faculty, post-docs, staff, research administrators, students and industry partners involved in research
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 10:00-10:45
Where: UC Davis Conference Center
About the Research Expo
The annual UC Davis Research Expo is a one-day event that showcases the latest research-related insight, resources, opportunities and tools to help you advance your research. The event includes exhibits, presentations, workshops and opportunities to network with potential collaborators.
We welcome you to enjoy the full event or attend portions that are of particular interest.
Other sessions available:
- Navigating Proposal Development in the Shifting Federal Landscape
- The Rise of Team Research and Its Impact on Career Advancement
- Early-Career Award Recipients Discuss Keys to Success
- Addressing the Pandemic’s Impact on K-12 Education
- Open Access Publishing Support From the UC Davis Library
- Opportunities for Engagement with Japanese Universities and Research Agencies
We welcome you to enjoy the full event or attend portions that are of particular interest.
Lunch will be provided during the open exhibit session.
