Background

The future of innovation lies in collaboration, and this is exactly what the ASEAN University Network (AUN), AUN/SEED-Net, and JASTIP are working towards. Together, they have launched the groundbreaking project “Human Capacity Building for Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Coordination between ASEAN and Japan towards Grand Challenges.”

Supported by the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF), this initiative is designed to build a sustainable STI coordination platform that connects expertise, resources, and opportunities between Japan and ASEAN member countries.

🌏 What to Expect in This Session:

• Discover STI Coordination – Learn what STI coordination means and how it drives innovation, research collaboration, and policy alignment.
• Explore Its Importance – Understand why connecting Japan and ASEAN through STI is vital for tackling shared global challenges.
• See the Project in Action – Get an inside look at custom-made training programs, funding opportunities, and initiatives designed to shape the next generation of STI leaders.

This session is your chance to gain insights, connect with like-minded participants, and see how this collaborative effort is paving the way for a stronger, more innovative future across the region.

Profile

PROF HIDEAKI OHGAKI
Professor, Institute of Advanced Energy, Kyoto University

Prof. Hideaki Ohgaki is a leading researcher in accelerator physics, quantum radiation, and energy applications. He earned his Doctor of Engineering from Kyushu University in 1988 and has since contributed extensively to the development of laser backscattered gamma-rays, infrared free electron lasers, and compact THz radiation sources.

At Kyoto University, Prof. Ohgaki has held several key roles, including Vice Director of the Institute of Advanced Energy (2021–2023) and Special Appointed Assistant for the President (2008–2012). His research also focuses on nuclear security technologies, renewable energy implementation in rural communities, and human resource development in the ASEAN region.

Internationally, he serves as Japan’s representative for the JAIF-supported project on Human Capacity Building for STI Coordination between ASEAN and Japan and has been an active leader in AUN/SEED-Net and JASTIP initiatives.

Program Highlights

📅 22 October 2025
🕑 10.00 AM – 11.00 AM
📍 School of Applied Sciences and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi Brunei

• Understanding STI Coordination – Learn what Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) coordination is and why it is important for collaboration between Japan and ASEAN.
• JAIF Project Activities – Overview of key initiatives, including custom-made training sessions designed for emerging STI leaders.
• Funding Opportunities – Introduction to funding programs that support the next generation of STI researchers and innovators.
• Capacity Building – Insights into efforts to strengthen sustainable STI coordination and foster regional collaboration.