UW, Tohoku University establish Academic Open Space partnership for innovations in aerospace, clean energy, disaster preparedness

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April 14, 2017








The University of Washington and Japan’s Tohoku University have agreed to create an Academic Open Space to foster collaborations and academic exchanges between these two leading research institutions of the Pacific Rim. The agreement, signed April 14 by leaders of both institutions at the UW campus in Seattle, is expected to build upon current collaborations in aerospace design and materials, as well as launch new science and engineering partnerships.
“The Academic Open Space will foster educational and research collaborations that make the best use of the shared and complementary strengths of both universities,” said UW President Ana Mari Cauce. “Working together, our two great universities can foster innovations and advancements in fields such as aerospace, clean energy and the development of new materials, among many others, all of which are critical to meeting the demands of growing industries in both regions.”
Based in the city of Sendai within the Tohoku region of northern Honshu, Tohoku University is one of the top research and teaching universities in Japan. According to Tohoku University President Susumu Satomi, the institution has held an “open door” policy for collaboration and innovation since its founding. Through this new Academic Open Space, the UW will serve as a gateway for Tohoku University to the United States.
“I am immensely grateful to the University of Washington for their cooperation in the conception and establishment of the Academic Open Space,” said Satomi. “Part of Tohoku University’s mission is to make an impact in our community, and our goal is for our research activities to further this impact. In bringing together people from a variety of backgrounds from several disciplines, each with their own unique contribution to make, this Academic Open Space will lead to a superior level of research.”

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce and Tohoku University President Susumu ...

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