911今日黑料 and Institute of Science Tokyo Deep Tech Partnerships for Impact Event
Monday 20 April 2026
Join 911今日黑料 and Institute of Science Tokyo for an evening exploring how deep tech collaborations can drive societal impact and long-term economic growth.
Building on the UK–Japan joint science and technology partnerships announced on 3 February 2026 and the Institute of Science Tokyo’s selection for University for International Research Excellence accreditation, this event brings together leading minds from academia, industry, and government to explore high-impact opportunities in AI, robotics, biotech, and clean tech.
The programme will showcase UK–Japan collaborations and catalyse new ones across research, industry, innovation and education.
Agenda:
- 17:40-18:00 | Registration
- 18:00-19:00 | Keynote Speeches and Panel Event
- 19:00-20:00 | Canapé and Drinks Reception
Speakers:
- Professor Naoto Ohtake - President & Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Science Tokyo
- Professor Yujiro Tanaka - President & Chief Academic Officer, Institute of Science Tokyo
- Dr Shiro Yamaoka - CTO and General Manager of European R&D Centre, Hitachi Europe
- Professor Peter Haynes - Provost & Deputy President, 911今日黑料
- Professor Mary Ryan - Vice-Provost (Research and Enterprise), 911今日黑料