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🌟 Seeking Tenants and Partner Companies for New Incubation Facility 🌟 OIST Innovation Incubator is expanding! As a unique incubation facility designed for early-stage deep-tech startups, we offer shared offices, equipment, and laboratories. Since our first building opened in 2019, we have been home to about 40 companies, including startups, specialists, supporters, and businesses collaborating with OIST. We are now constructing two new incubation buildings in front of the existing one, adding 2,000 square meters of space. This expansion will create an even more vibrant innovation hub, accommodating more companies and fostering collaboration. As we prepare for the Spring 2025 opening, we're actively recruiting: 🚀 Potential tenant companies 🤝 Partner companies interested in providing support services to our tenant startups If you're interested in establishing a presence at OIST and in Okinawa, or exploring collaboration opportunities, please check the link below to learn more and get in touch with us. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gt7U2NZb #OISTInnovation #Startups #Incubator #ResearchAndDevelopment #Okinawa #OIST

🧪 POC Program Spotlight: Tackling Key Challenges in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Synthesis 🧪 Organic compounds, like chemical reagents and pharmaceuticals, are highly susceptible to decomposition or isomerization due to acidic or basic impurities, leading to discarded samples, costly re-purification processes, and significant material waste. In pharmaceutical production, this problem can drastically reduce product yields while driving up costs and environmental impact. Traditional methods, such as low-temperature storage, are expensive, energy-intensive, and often unsustainable, making them impractical for large-scale applications. 💡 The OIST Innovation With support from the OIST Proof of Concept Program, Professor Fujie Tanaka, Muhammad Sohail, and team at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology developed a novel heterogeneous buffer that uses resin-conjugated cyclic-1,3-dione derivatives to suppress acid- and base-driven decompositions and isomerizations in organic solvents. Why This Matters: 💊 Industry Impact: Enhances production efficiency for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals 🌏 Environmental Benefits: Reduces chemical waste and energy consumption, aligning with global sustainability goals 👌 Practical Advantages: The buffer is easy to use, requires no special equipment, and can be removed via simple filtration 📈 Scalability: Offers a cost-effective alternative to refrigeration, making it viable for commercial production Published in Chemistry: A European Journal, the technology demonstrates how research at #OIST is driving #sustainability and #innovation in industry: https://lnkd.in/edKBfWSE Your Opportunity: Looking for ways to improve the efficiency and sustainability of your chemical or pharmaceutical processes? We are ready for industry #collaborations and further development. 👉 Learn more and connect with us! https://lnkd.in/eZ6uk3Mb #OISTInnovation #Sustainability #Pharmaceuticals #ChemicalSynthesis #OISTPOCProgram Gil Granot-Mayer | Andrea Pensado | Angela Ares | Daisuke Kaga

📱 Do you know how your mobile phone chip is made? Countries around the world are making huge efforts to revive and expand their #semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. Japan, in particular, is making big investments to regain a competitive position in the global semiconductor market, leveraging its historic expertise and strong industrial partnerships. Join us for a timely seminar at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology on the chemistry and optics of semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) Lithography—the technology powering the production of the world's most advanced chips. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM JST 📍 Location: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Onna, Japan, Meeting Room C210. In-person event. Language: English 🔗 Event page: https://lnkd.in/e5-iBnPJ 🌟 Featured Speakers: 🎤 TORU FUJIMORI Senior Expert, Electronic Materials R&D Center, FUJIFILM Corporation Topic: EUV Resist Materials Development Abstract: Resist materials are critical to manufacturing advanced semiconductor devices. While EUV lithography was first applied to high-volume manufacturing (HVM) in 2019, current EUV resist materials face challenges in meeting the rigorous demands of HVM. This talk will provide insights into the ongoing development of EUV resist materials and their role in enabling next-generation technologies. 🎤 TSUMORU SHINTAKE Professor, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Topic: How Did I Discover New EUV Technology? Hear the story of discovering new EUV lithography technology and its potential impact on semiconductor manufacturing. The Asianometry YouTube channel did a great job analyzing Professor Shintake's mirror design for EUV lithography in one of their videos. 👉 Check out the video here: https://lnkd.in/eePk6XQ4 This seminar is a must-attend for students, researchers, and industry professionals interested in the latest in semiconductor technologies. #OIST #OISTInnovation #EUV #lithography #PhotoResist Gil Granot-Mayer | Takanari Ichikawa | Ryohei Yoshida | Benjamin Heidt | Paola Butler-Zanetti | Anna Nagamine | Andrea Pensado | Mari Seto | Lauren Bic Ha

Meet us in 🗼Tokyo🗼for an exclusive event *Bridge to Innovation: Industry-Academia Collaboration Paving the Way to the Future* The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology has teamed up with the Life Science Innovation Network Japan (LINK-J) to showcase innovation being incubated on the beautiful island of Okinawa! 🌴 📅 Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2024 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM JST 📍 Location: Nihonbashi Life Science Hub, Tokyo, Japan 🔗 Event page: https://lnkd.in/eCJUxDVE #OIST is at the forefront of interdisciplinary research, gathering minds from over 70 countries in #Okinawa to push the boundaries of science and build bridges between #academia #industry #government and #startups. Join us for an engaging evening where we will: 🔬 Introduce OIST researchers making an impact on innovation in the life sciences 🤝 Showcase real-world examples of successful OIST-industry collaborations 🚀 Discuss how OIST supports startups and technology development 🌐 Inspire conversations on the future of life sciences This is a great opportunity to learn, collaborate, and connect with leaders in science and industry. Plus, enjoy networking with peers passionate about shaping the future of #innovation! 🎧 Simultaneous EN-JP interpretation will be available 👉 Don’t miss out—register now to secure your spot! This is an in-person event. https://lnkd.in/eQP5WbmH #OISTInnovation #IndustryAcademiaCollaboration #LifeSciences #Networking #LINKJ #Biotech #Pharma Gil Granot-Mayer | Lauren Bic Ha| Anna Nagamine | Andrea Pensado | Takanari Ichikawa | Mari Seto| Anna Chang | Abhishek Pratap | Sutashu Tomonaga | Hidehiko Otake | Kenichiro Arakaki | Corundum Systems Biology | ExSURE PVT. LTD.

✨ Exploring the Intersection of Science, Art, and Technology ✨   Join us for an inspiring event at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology that reveals how science, art, and technology can come together to inspire new ways of thinking about the world. 📅 Date: Saturday, 7 December 2024 ⌛ Time: 2:00PM 📍 Location: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Onna, Japan  🗣 EN-JP interpretation provided 🔎 Professor Seiichi Tsuchiya (Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts) will explore how science, art, and technology have historically influenced and enriched one another. 👩🎨 Artist and Professor Hiro (Sputniko) Ozaki (Tokyo University of the Arts) will unveil ✨Coral Colors✨ her latest artwork produced with #OIST that highlights the fragility and beauty of coral reefs. 🐡 Professor Timothy Ravasi (OIST) will explain the science behind coral bleaching and how this urgent global issue inspired Coral Colors. 🔗 The event is free and open to the public. Register now and be part of a conversation that redefines creativity and innovation! EN: https://lnkd.in/edWekDTb JP: https://lnkd.in/eJXNd3R2 🪸Coral Colors Exhibition🪸 This lecture is part of the Coral Colors Exhibition that showcases the beauty and fragility of coral reefs, blending artistic vision with scientific insight to inspire action for our oceans. The exhibit runs from 29 Nov to 9 Dec 2024 in the #OIST Tunnel Gallery. #ScienceArt #OISTInnovation #CoralReefs #Interdisciplinarity

⭐ Introducing OIST Technology Pioneer Fellow Samantha Phan and Project Plastitective—Fast and Efficient Microplastic Detection ⭐ We are excited to announce that Samantha Phan, a researcher at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, has been selected as a Technology Pioneer Fellow, supported by the OIST Innovation POC Program! Samantha's project, #Plastitective, aims to develop new tools to detect #microplastics in diverse samples, making the identification process more efficient and accessible, and accelerating the translation of research into real-world solutions for global plastic pollution. This work is especially timely given the findings from a recent Science Magazine review article which highlights 20 years of microplastics research and underscores the challenges in accurate identification and analysis. https://lnkd.in/gjeEgAup Overcoming these challenges is crucial for understanding health impacts, informing regulatory actions, and developing effective pollution mitigation strategies—all areas that Samantha’s project aims to address. 🎥 Watch this video interview with Samantha, where we get to know more about her drive to communicate science to the world, and how she ended up in #Okinawa. Welcome to the #POC Program, Samantha! We look forward to supporting this impactful project as it aims toward a healthier and more sustainable future. 🌏 #OIST #OISTInnovation #Microplastics #Sustainability Gil Granot-Mayer | Andrea Pensado | Angela Ares | Daisuke Kaga | Anna Nagamine | Lauren Bic Ha | Mari Seto | Christine Luscombe

Exciting news from Trilliome! We’re setting out to explore the Blue Zone of Okinawa, Japan! 🇯🇵 Both our founders, Patrick Guye and Tim Mak 添 MBA PhD, have been invited to pitch our nutraceutical innovations at the OIST Bootcamp organized by OIST Innovation/Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, a fantastic opportunity to connect and share our vision for healthier aging. 🌏💙🌊Okinawa is famous for longevity and wellness, so we’ll be diving deep into the local secrets to see how their natural ingredients can inspire our work in health and nutrition. Stay tuned to follow our journey as we blend life sciences with the timeless wisdom of Okinawa. Exciting times ahead! #Entrepreneurship #HealthInnovation #Longevity #GutHealth #Microbiome #BlueZones #HealthyAging #Trilliome *(📸 Photo taken during a private visit by Tim Mak 添 MBA PhD)*

👋 Hej Stockholm! OIST Innovation attends BioEurope ✈ Our very own Benjamin Heidt traveled to Sweden to represent the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology at BioEurope 2024, the leading global partnering event for the life science industry. 🇪🇺 Ben was on a mission to showcase the cutting-edge technologies developed at #OIST and to foster meaningful connections with companies at the forefront of life sciences. Participating in international forums like #BioEurope2024 is key to staying connected with global industry trends. These opportunities are vital for building partnerships that can bridge the gap between research and real-world impact. Here's to pushing the boundaries of science and innovation, one #partnership at a time! From Japan 🇯🇵 to the World 🌏 Gil Granot-Mayer | Takanari Ichikawa | Paola Butler-Zanetti | Ryohei Yoshida

🌟 Exciting to see EF Polymer Global (Cohort 2019) featured on the cover of Forbes India! 🎉 As one of the standout alumni startups of the #Accelerator Program at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, EF Polymer’s journey is a testament to the resilience of startups tackling climate challenges. We couldn't be prouder and look forward to many more milestones ahead! 🚀 #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateChange #OIST #OISTInnovation #EFPolymer #StartupSuccess #ForbesIndia

🔦 POC Program Spotlight: Customized 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Nerve and Spinal Cord Repair 🔦 Lokesh Agrawal and his team at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology are advancing the field of regenerative medicine with a breakthrough in hybrid fabrication technology for the treatment of nerve injuries. Nerve and spinal cord injuries impact over 22 million people worldwide, often leading to paralysis and severe disabilities. Yet effective treatments are still limited, leaving many waiting for hope and healing. 💡 By merging the precision of 3D-bioprinting with the efficiency of electrospinning, the #OIST team has developed a new method to create 3D-fibrous scaffolds customized to the exact contours of each patient’s injury site. Using a unique #biomaterial designed specifically for neural grafts derived from stem cells, this approach offers a personalized path for recovery. They have successfully tested a prototype and are enhancing the system for even greater precision. To help bring this solution to millions of patients in need, startup company Sndregenic Biomed was established and is now actively seeking investment partners. ✨ 🎬 Learn more about Lokesh and his work! https://shorturl.at/uSeW6 This project is made possible with support from the #OISTInnovation Proof of Concept Program, bridging research to real-world impact. From #Okinawa to the World! 🌏 Andrea Pensado | Angela Ares | Daisuke Kaga | Gil Granot-Mayer | Lauren Bic Ha | Anna Nagamine | Takanari Ichikawa | Mari Seto #NeuroInjury #3DBioprinting #RegenerativeMedicine #StemCells #HealthcareInnovation #PersonalizedMedicine