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[Event] Nagoya University's Graduate School of International Development will co-host a public lecture by Dr. Sanae Fujita (University of Essex) on challenges in international development. In person, June 3, 18:30–20:30. Free and open to the public. Details and registration:

Special Lecture: ‘Challenges in International Development’ with Sanae Fujita | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

[Reminder] Nagoya University is hosting an admissions information session with the University of Cambridge.

The event will take place from 12:30 to 14:00 on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the ES Meeting Room on the 1st floor of the Engineering and Science Building. Please note that this is an in-person event only.

The event will start with a short presentation by Dr. Louis Perez from the University of Cambridge, followed by a Q&A session. We encourage you to join even if you cannot stay for the entire session. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about undergraduate and graduate programs, short-term exchange opportunities, as well as PhD programs at the University of Cambridge.

This event is open to current students at Nagoya University, as well as students from other institutions in the Nagoya area.

Please register to the event here: https://forms.gle/cctQBrE5ahoJa4U8A or by scanning the QR-code.

We look forward to seeing you on May 19!

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[Feature] How does international research collaboration actually begin? The latest URA Column from Nagoya University follows a researcher and a research administrator who used personal networks and complementary expertise to build semiconductor research partnerships with universities in Taiwan. Read the full story here:

Nagoya University’s semiconductor collaboration with Taiwan started with people, not paperwork | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

Thinking about studying or researching in Japan? A new video introduces NUPACE, Nagoya University's exchange program, covering everything from coursework to campus life. 🎬

NUPACE, Japan – Nagoya University's Flagship Exchange Programme | Official PR Video NUPACE is Nagoya University’s flagship exchange programme, offering students from partner universities the opportunity to study or conduct research in a worl...

[Campus Life] Nagoya University's men's lacrosse club made history in December 2025 by becoming the first team from the Tokai region to reach the national university championship final. Behind the achievement was a season of hard work, team-wide reform, and strong community support. Read the full story:

Student athletes and supporters unite to carry Nagoya University men’s lacrosse club to its first-ever national final | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

[Feature] What drives decades of innovation in robotics research? For one Nagoya University professor emeritus, the answer lies in genuine curiosity and the connections formed with fellow researchers. Read the full interview to learn about his vision for a future where humans and robots learn from each other.

Professor Emeritus Toshio Fukuda draws on curiosity and collaboration to build a future of human-robot coexistence | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

[News] Three members of the Nagoya University community received the Order of the Sacred Treasure from the Government of Japan in the Spring 2026 conferment for their outstanding contributions to education, research, administrative affairs, and public health.

Government of Japan confers decorations to members of Nagoya University community (Spring 2026) | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

The second (rolling) round of G30 graduate school applications is about to open!

The applications will be open from May 8th to May 21st. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible so we can assist you in case any documents are missing or need to be revised.

Most programs require you to contact a prospective supervisor before submitting your application. This is a crucial first step in the application process. You can find a list of available research groups on each graduate program’s program page.
https://admissions.g30.nagoya-u.ac.jp/graduate-programs/

For detailed application guidelines and program-specific requirements, please visit the Graduate School Admissions page:
https://admissions.g30.nagoya-u.ac.jp/admissions/graduateprograms/

Don’t forget to watch the G30 Graduate School Admissions Webinar on our YouTube channel, Nagoya G30:
https://youtu.be/KqpjtSNhW_Q?si=HnMBmzleahbmZ44L

Please note that only a select group of graduate programs are available during the 2nd/rolling round: https://admissions.g30.nagoya-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/G30-Graduate-Programs-open-for-applications-in-May-2026.jpg

We look forward to receiving your applications!

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[Research] 🧬⚗️ Researchers at Nagoya University have developed a new method called SMART that makes the process of improving enzymes faster and less expensive. Enzymes are used in industries such as food production, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Read more: https://bit.ly/420xrYI https://doi.org/q4qx

Scientists pave the way for fast, cost-effective custom enzyme development | News & Events | Nagoya University Stay informed about research breakthroughs, university announcements, and opportunities to engage with Nagoya University's dynamic global community.

[Researcher in the News] Assistant Professor Tomonaga Ueno is developing ultra-lightweight materials with exciting potential for sound absorption and energy efficiency. Check out this video feature from the Prime Minister's Office of Japan!

Prime Minister's Office of Japan 36 likes. "INNOVATIVE MATERIALS From Japan"