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📺 EF Polymer highlighted by NHK Global🌱 Last month, EF Polymer Private Limited garnered attention from NHK Global for their innovative approach to combating drought using biodegradable polymers derived from fruit peels. Witnessing their journey unfold and delving into the philosophy of Founder Narayan Lal Gurjar during this 15-minute documentary is truly inspiring. Gratitude is also expressed for shining a light on the contributions of OIST Innovation. For those who didn't catch the broadcast, fear not! The archived episode is available online, so seize the opportunity to tune in. Remember, Mother Nature has a solution to every problem!🌱 ✨

💡 Spotlight on Academic-Industry Collaboration: OIST x NTT Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Professor Satoshi Mitarai is collaborating with NTT on the development of "Global Environmental Futures Forecasting Technology Proactively Adapting to Extreme Weather Events." 🌀🌀🌀 To improve the accuracy of forecasting extreme weather events, #OIST and #NTT are developing a system to directly observe typhoons. This contrasts with the conventional method of remote observation using satellites. In November 2022, the collaborators successfully monitored data that cannot be captured by satellite observations, such as rapid decreases in air pressure and water temperature, as well as wave heights exceeding 9 meters. 🎥 Check out the video! [EN] https://lnkd.in/gVCZ5jbk [JP] https://lnkd.in/gZWQfzyG However, it remains challenging to develop a system that can reliably function in the harsh conditions of a typhoon. The research teams are working to accelerate technology development to overcome these challenges. This work is an example of OIST research making an impact on society through partnerships like the one we have with NTT. #OISTInnovation #innovation #climatechange #typhoons

🚀 Exciting Announcement: OIST Innovation Accelerator 2024 Cohort Revealed! The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology is thrilled to unveil the four exceptional startups selected for the 2024 cohort of the OIST Innovation Accelerator Program! 🎉 Astrek Innovations: Founders Robin Kanattu Thomas and Jithin Vidya Ajith Develops prosthetics that integrate advanced robotics, sensors, and control systems to support the rehabilitation of people with physical disabilities and enhance the performance of workers in industries such as construction and manufacturing. Circular Powder: Founders Jasel Alvarez Gaona and Sergio Godoy Develops alcohol-free, antioxidant-rich compounds for the health food and healthy beverage industries by repurposing surplus wine for a more sustainable production cycle. ExSURE PVT. LTD.: Founders Abhishek Dutta and Swastika Paul Develops an exosome-based anti-cancer drug delivery platform that can target both cancer and cancer-stem cells. Veritus: Founders Manas Kala and Anh Ngo Develops software to simplify and integrate complex tasks in research and development by leveraging generative AI and large language models (LLM). These awesome startups will receive from #OIST: ⚡ Funding to fuel their growth ⚡ Access to OIST's state-of-the-art facilities and equipment ⚡ Comprehensive entrepreneurship training and mentorship ⚡ Facilitated introductions to our global network of companies and investors With this support, these entrepreneurs will spend the next year embarking on a new chapter of their startup journey in the vibrant Okinawa ecosystem. 🌴 Congratulations! We can't wait to work together to grow your startup. 🤝 🙏 Huge thanks to our program sponsors the Okinawa Prefectural Government and the OIST Bioconvergence Center of Innovation, and to our entrepreneurship trainer Frans Nauta! Learn more about the startups and the program: https://lnkd.in/gWMMYbGp Gil Granot-Mayer | Anna Nagamine | Shigefumi Asage | Andrea Pensado | Miki Takashina | Lauren Bic Ha | Takanari Ichikawa | Nicholas Luscombe | Yasunobu Tanaka #OISTInnovation #OISTInnovationAccelerator #Startup

On March 24, 2024, more than 60 members from Keizai Doyukai (Japan Association of Corporate Executives) and the Okinawa Keizai Doyukai visited OIST and participated in a symposium. https://ow.ly/qYnH50R86xm Keizai Doyukai Chairperson Takeshi Niinami (Representative Director, President & CEO, Suntory Holdings Ltd.) delivered the opening address and explained common issues and the aim of the symposium, after which OIST President and CEO Karin Markides introduced OIST's role and mission and emphasized that OIST is actively leading industry-academia-government collaboration and is working on a multi-layered collaboration model. 沖縄・日本・そして世界へ ― 加速する産学官連携 #経済同友会 によるOIST視察・シンポジウムが行われました。詳しくはこちら: https://lnkd.in/gkktd8ft

🎉 Congratulations to the Eternal Air team - Jolan Bonelli, Josefine Reuschenbach, Jonas Sonnenschein - for being selected as finalists in The OpenAir Collective's Carbon Removal Challenge 2024! 🌎 In December 2023, the team participated in a carbon removal hackathon organized by OIST Innovation and Lifetime Ventures. After the hackathon, the team, with support from Prof. Mahesh Bandi who served as a judge, built a prototype and submitted a proposal to the global challenge. 🇯🇵 We are thrilled to announce that the Eternal Air team is the only finalist selected from Japan, winning an all-expense paid trip to New York to present their project at the prestigious Carbon Unbound conference in May. We wish them the best of luck in this exciting opportunity! ✈ ✨ 👏 Kudos to the hackathon organizers, Shivani Sathish and Koshu K., for their great work. Let's keep up the momentum and continue driving innovation in this critical field! #OISTInnovation

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 Global Startup Program Official Account is finally happening next month! We are honored that OIST Innovation will be participating as an ambassador. Additionally, we will have a booth at the Japan Pavilion showcasing startups from OIST. 🎉 We are really looking forward to connecting with everyone at the event! #OISTInnovation

🚀 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐭 OIST Innovation 🚀 Are you passionate about translating groundbreaking research into practical applications? Do you thrive in dynamic, interdisciplinary environments where innovation is at the forefront? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! 🔬 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 🌏 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (𝐎𝐈𝐒𝐓) 🌟𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐮𝐬: OIST Innovation serves as the technology commercialization hub at OIST, driving the transformation of groundbreaking research discoveries into practical applications. We facilitate collaborations with industry partners, support innovators, and nurture startups through a comprehensive suite of programs, networks, and resources. 🔍𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: As a Technology Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in managing R&D projects and facilitating the transfer of OIST technologies to successful commercial development. This includes: Managing Proof of Concept (POC) Projects  Building connections within the university setting Collaborating with the broader team to achieve IP protection, licensing, and industry partnerships 🤝𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐬? Be part of a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary team Work in a supportive and innovative environment Contribute to the translation of exciting discoveries into real-world impact 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: POC Program: https://lnkd.in/gKDzsN22  POC projects: https://lnkd.in/gAgsswUu https://lnkd.in/gUXDQEXY Lauren Bic Ha | Gil Granot-Mayer | Angela Ares | Paola Butler-Zanetti | Ryohei Yoshida | Benjamin Heidt | Anna Nagamine

🗞 Nikkei shines a spotlight on efforts by the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology to nurture innovation in Okinawa 🗞 Plans for expansion of incubator buildings on the #OIST campus have been prominently featured by the Nikkei publication. These new facilities will not only enhance our capabilities to support innovative new ventures 🚀, they will also serve as a gathering space for our industry collaborators and investors. 🤝 Watch this space for more news of all we do to support #innovation and #entrepreneurship! https://lnkd.in/gcytfHCh

👩🎓 The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology hosts a visit by Kyushu University's Kyusoukai student fellows 👨🎓 Kyusoukai is a year long program for high potential students at Kyushu University focused on developing their mindset to tackle society's greatest challenges. This unique program was established through a philanthropic donation from Dr. Tadahisa "Hardy" Kagimoto, MD and is operated by the Kyushu University Robert T. Huang Entrepreneurship Center (QREC). Under the guidance of experienced #mentors, the Kyusoukai fellows gain valuable wisdom to propel their visions towards tangible solutions benefiting society. 🌏 More about QREC: https://lnkd.in/eqUwrbWB During the visit to OIST, these aspiring young #changemakers engaged with our university community and explored opportunities to collaborate on ways to cultivate the Kyushu-Okinawa regional #innovation ecosystem. 🎉 Thank you to the #QREC team and the Kyusoukai students for this enriching experience. Working together to nurture innovative young minds is key to uplifting communities and building a more sustainable, equitable world. Angela Ares | Andrea Pensado | Shivani Sathish | Megumi Takata | Umer Sadiq | Yuka Watanabe | Lauren Bic Ha | Gil Granot-Mayer | Daisuke Kaga | Julie-Anne Lucchetti

Only 1 day left until the application deadline for OIST-Lifetime Startup Elevate❤️🔥 Healthcare and sustainability startups looking to scale globally - act now and submit your application! Don't miss this opportunity to take your innovative venture to the next level. Apply now!🚀