Kyoto University North American Center（京都大学北米拠点）

📣Information about "High-Resolution Digital Parasite Slide Database from Kyoto University"📣

📣Information about "High-Resolution Digital Parasite Slide Database from Kyoto University"📣

A high-resolution digital parasite slide database has been developed at Kyoto University to support practical and efficient learning of parasite morphology.

Specimens were digitized using Whole Slide Imaging (WSI) and organized into a structured, searchable platform. As a virtual slide system, the database provides access anytime and anywhere. Multiple users can observe the same slide simultaneously without concerns about specimen deterioration. An intuitive interface allows smooth zooming and navigation from low to high magnification, supporting detailed morphological observation and systematic learning.

The platform operates on a secure server system and can be accessed through a standard internet connection without special software. This enables stable performance and smooth sharing with institutions in different locations.

Currently, around 80 specimens from Kyoto University and collaborating institutions are included. The database is already being shared with universities in several countries.

Details of this initiative were published in Scientific Reports:
Kanahashi T, Yamada M, Ibuki K, Takakuwa T.
Construction of a preliminary digital parasite specimen database for parasitology education and research.
Scientific Reports 15, 20711 (2025).
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-07673-4

Access to the database is managed through a secure ID and password system. Institutions interested in obtaining access are warmly invited to contact us.

We welcome collaboration with educational and research institutions worldwide and look forward to further developing this platform together with international partners.

Contact
Toru Kanahashi, Ph.D.
Human Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University
606-8507 Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-cyo 53, Kyoto, Japan
Email: [email protected]

The 1st Joint Symposium of Kyoto University's Three North American On-site Labs, subtitled "Transformative Innovations in Medical and Life Sciences", was held in San Diego, USA, on 28 February 2023.

The 1st Joint Symposium of Kyoto University's Three North American On-site Labs: Transformative Innovations in Medical and Life Sciences The 1st Joint Symposium of Kyoto University's Three North American On-site Labs, subtitled "Transformative Innovations in Medical and Life Sciences", was held in San Diego, USA, on 28 February 2023.

Announcement:
Kyoto University is pleased to share these upcoming opportunities with our partner universities. Save the date and join us for these two unique opportunities presented by Kyoto University in February 2023!
Registration is open, and we would love to have you at one or both events either in-person or online.

On February 27, 2023 from 1:00-4:30PM PT, Kyoto University’s Graduate School of Medicine will host the 4th Kyoto University Life Sciences Showcase at UC San Diego. This event primarily aims to introduce Japanese biotech venture companies to US investors, but foreign companies and researchers are also welcomed to participate. Many Japanese investors are following this event, so it would be an excellent opportunity to expand in Japan.

Please find more information from the link below and register for Showcase:
https://sites.google.com/kuhp.kyoto-u.ac.jp/kuls2023

On February 28, 2023 from 1:00-5:00PM PT, Kyoto University’s three on-site labs in North America are co-hosting their 1st Joint Symposium titled: Transformative Innovations in Medical and Life Sciences. This inaugural event will take place at UC San Diego in the Roth Auditorium, Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine. The symposium features keynote speaker Dr. Shinya Yamanaka, Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine 2012, and technical presentations on stem cell and reprogramming; quantum science, nanomedicine, radiation therapy; and cancer immunotherapy. The symposium will be followed by a reception at the Bella Vista Cafe. Kyoto University leadership, including President Nagahiro Minato, will attend the special symposium.

Please find more information from the link below and register for the symposium:
https://sites.google.com/kuhp.kyoto-u.ac.jp/oslsympo/home

Home Tuesday 28 February 2023 13:00-17:00 (PST) (Wednesday 1 March 6:00-10:00 (JST))

[ Invitation to Kyoto University Voices Webinar ]

Kyodai Collaborative (*) and Kyoto University are partnering on a webinar featuring prominent Kyoto University Voices. Join the discussion on “How New York City Zoning Laws Impacted Manhattan.”

*Kyodai Collaborative: a new U.S.-based non-profit organization designed to bring Kyoto University alumni and friends together

Webinar will be held Tuesday, April 19th, 8:00PM EDT; 5:00PM PDT (Wednesday, April 20th 9:00AM JST). This event is free of charge. The first 1000 registrants to sign into the webinar will be admitted. The recording will be available following the event.

Speakers:

Mr. Yuji Kaneko,
AIA, Registered Architect (NY, NJ, CT),
NCARB Certified,
Kyoto University & Columbia University Alumnus

Moderator:

Ms. Azusa Saito,
Attorney at Law, Nishimura & Asahi NY LLP, Kyoto University Alumna

Language: English (Simultaneous interpretation provided in Japanese)

Learn more and register here:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FmefR5TmTd6xGC90oX_oPQ

Registration deadline: Monday, April 18, 2022 EDT

Inquiries: kunac_webinar*mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp (replace * with @)

【UCLA – Kyoto University Online seminar series #3: New developments in Cancer Research】

The third UCLA – Kyoto University Online seminar series: New developments in Cancer Research will be held on March 23 (9:00-10:30am, Kyoto time and 5:00-6:30pm on March 22, UCLA time).

For more details:
https://www.qnmc-e.icems.kyoto-u.ac.jp/activities/seminar-series
(Quantum Nano Medicine Research Center Website)

【Call for participants of the 3rd KU-Life Science Showcase Diego 2022】

Kyoto University Research Center San Diego will hold the 3rd Kyoto University Life Science Showcase Diego 2022 on Tuesday, March 1st from 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm PST (5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST) .

Designed to be of particular interest to the Angel, Family Office and VC investor communities, and potential strategic alliance partners, the Showcase will feature virtual presentations from 16 selected Life Science companies from Japan and the US seeking funding and strategic alliances.

Please review the event information below and register at your earliest opportunity.
Zoom Webinar access information and a detailed agenda will be provided as available.

Hope you can join! Thank you.

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The 3rd Kyoto University Life Science Showcase Diego 2022

-Registration: https://sites.google.com/kuhp.kyoto-u.ac.jp/kuls2022/

-Date: Tuesday, March 1st, 2022 | 2:00pm - 5:30pm PST, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST (via Zoom Webinar),

Zoom Webinar access information and detailed agenda provided upon registration and as available.

-About the event
Start-ups stemming from Japanese academia who have state-of-the-art innovations with solid science and technologies will participate in the event and present their novel technologies and seeds in the life science fields including immunology and infectious diseases, medical devices, small molecule therapeutics and　regenerative medicine.
Participants who are interested in investing in medical area innovations will be welcomed.

We look forward to you joining us via Zoom Webinar Tuesday, March 1st.