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Goda Lab Reaches Final Phase of XPRIZE Healthspan Competition With Super Exosomes
Researchers from Tohoku University and the University of Tokyo developed groundbreaking technology, earning a place among the Milestone 2 Awardee teams recognized in the XPRIZE Healthspan Competition.
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Science is for Everyone: Outreach Activities at Tohoku University
Recent science outreach events held by Tohoku University explaining ocean wildlife, what doctors do, and how cities are built, all demonstrate that science isn't just for researchers!
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Belgium Day Highlights Growing Opportunities Between Tohoku University and Europe
Semiconductor research, academic exchange and Horizon Europe take centre stage during embassy visit.
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Making the Relaxation and Mental Benefits of Ikebana Accessible to All
Researchers have developed an augmented reality system that helps beginners practice the Japanese art of flower arrangement at home while maintaining the relaxing, hands-on experience of working with real flowers.
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University for International Research Excellence (UREX1) Forum 2026 －Explore Your Unknown
Tohoku University held an event featuring our promising researchers and other guests to discuss our present – and future – as the first University for International Research Excellence.
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Tohoku University to Launch Innovative Gateway College in 2027
This new undergraduate education hub represents a significant departure from traditional Japanese university structures by transcending faculty boundaries and embracing a global approach to learning.
News
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Tohoku University and Korea University Announce Co-Seed Fund 2027
Tohoku University and Korea University have launched the KU-TU Co-Seed Fund 2027 to support collaborative research between the two institutions. Researchers from all fields are encouraged to apply, with priority given to materials science, data-driven medicine, and disaster science.
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The 2026 UPWARDS Summer Program
The 2026 UPWARDS Summer Program brought together students from Japan and the U.S. for hands-on semiconductor training and lectures at Tohoku University.
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Tohoku University Professor Fujino Incentive Award 2026
The award, which recognises outstanding Chinese students in graduate programmes, is named after Genkuro Fujino, the favourite professor of legendary writer Lu Xun.
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The Breakfast of Champions for 100 Yen
From Oct 13 - Nov 9, students can have a cooked breakfast at Sky Kawauchi Forest, Aobayama Midori Dining or Seiryo Shokudo for 100 yen.
Research
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Following Ancient Rain Toward the Origins of Life on Mars
Ancient rain on Mars may have left a trail of formaldehyde across the planet. Following it could help future missions identify where to search for clues to the origins of life there.
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Advancing Quantum Computing with Zinc Oxide Quantum Dots
A collaborative group of researchers have demonstrated key measurement technologies for developing spin qubits in zinc oxide quantum dots.
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Physics-Grounded Materials AI for Reliable Materials Discovery
A new perspective paper published by Tohoku University researchers developed a framework for incorporating physics-based principles into AI to generate more interpretable, testable, and meaningful predictions.
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Past vs. Modern Flood Risk: Impacts of Rainfall, Terrain, and Urban Growth
Anti-flooding infrastructure may not be behaving in the ways we expect, according to flood simulations encompassing over 100 years of data.
Events
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9.1 Tue10.31 Sat
Tohoku University Japanese Programme (TUJP) Winter 2026/27: Apply now!
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10.9 Fri
Lecture: An Intellectual History of Shinto Wedding Ceremonies
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10.21 Wed12.22 Tue
Explore Galactic Archaeology in a New Online Course
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10.31 Sat11.14 Sat
Job Fair: Autumn Open Company Day
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11.9 Mon11.13 Fri
Symposium: Materials Science and Spintronics for Sustainable Futures from Tohoku
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