Two university alliances, Kyushu-Okinawa Open University and The University Academic Alliance in Taiwan, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for international collaboration<\/p>\n
On April 22, 2024, the Kyushu Okinawa Open University (KOOU), an organization of 11 national university corporations in the Kyushu-Okinawa region, and The University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT), an academic platform for universities in Taiwan, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on international collaboration and cooperation.<\/p>\n
On the same day, a forum titled “KOOU-UAAT Forum on Higher Education” was held, which incorporated the MOU signing ceremony. At the forum, each platform introduced its activities and delivered keynote speeches for future exchanges. The forum also included a networking reception.<\/p>\n
KOOU was established in March 2023 to promote collaboration among 11 national university corporations with a focus on boosting research capabilities. The new collaboration with UAAT will promote international research, education, and human resource development while leveraging the strengths of participating universities in the Kyushu-Okinawa region.<\/p>\n
April 22, 2024<\/p>\n
Kyushu Okinawa Open University (KOOU)<\/span> The University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT)<\/span> Both alliances have identified potential fields for collaboration, and will work on activities expected to contribute to research, education, and human resource development in the following areas: Tatsuro Ishibashi, President \/ Kyushu University Wen-Chang Chen, President \/ National Taiwan University Kyushu Okinawa Open University (KOOU)<\/span> (1) Kyushu Okinawa Open University (KOOU) Secretariat:
\nUniversity of Teacher Education Fukuoka
\nKyushu University
\nKyushu Institute of Technology
\nSaga University
\nNagasaki University
\nKumamoto University
\nOita University
\nUniversity of Miyazaki
\nKagoshima University
\nNational Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya
\nUniversity of the Ryukyus<\/p>\n
\nNational Taiwan University
\nNational Cheng Kung University
\nNational Tsing Hua University
\nNational Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
\nNational Sun Yat-sen University
\nNational Taipei University of Science and Technology
\nNational Chengchi University
\nNational Chung Hsing University
\nNational Central University
\nNational Taiwan Normal University
\nTaipei Medical University
\nNational Taiwan University of Science and Technology<\/p>\nFields for collaboration<\/h4>\n
\n\u30fbSemiconductors
\n\u30fbLife Sciences
\n\u30fbEngineering
\n\u30fbSciences
\n\u30fbSocial Sciences and Humanities
\n\u30fbMandarin Language<\/p>\nStatement<\/h4>\n
\nRepresentative of Kyushu Okinawa Open University (KOOU)<\/span>
\nWith the conclusion of this agreement, we will deepen discussions on specific collaborations between Taiwan and the Kyushu-Okinawa region in research, education, and talent cultivation, focusing on the six identified areas. We believe that these activities will expand the scope and diversity of education and research on both sides, broaden approaches to solving social issues, and open new perspectives for students and researchers. Therefore, they will bring meaningful outcomes in terms of education, research, and innovation.<\/p>\n
\nRepresentative of The University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT)<\/span>
\nThe signing of agreement today reinforces the long-standing bond across Taiwan, Kyushu and Okinawa. It marks a milestone and commitment to international collaboration and pursuit of excellence in research, education and talent cultivation. Together, we strive to establish a new model of international collaboration that transcends geographical boundaries. With leveraging our collective intellect, resources and strengths, we shall work together to tackle challenges and issues having global impacts and critical to sustainable development of societies. We truly believe the collaboration will further enrich the teaching and learning, research and innovation, and mutual exchange of faculty and students on both sides, contributing to a more resilient and prosperous future.<\/p>\nAbout Each Platform<\/h4>\n
\nEstablished in 2023, KOOU promotes collaborative cooperation among all 11 national university corporations in the Kyushu-Okinawa region, aiming to mutually improve research capabilities. In FY2024, academic events for young researchers and networking meetings to improve the quality of University Research Administrators (URAs) have been planned.
\nThe main goals include:
\nEnhancing research capabilities and facilitating the exchange of researchers and students
\nPromoting the shared use of research facilities and equipment
\nManaging and utilizing research data
\nImproving the qualifications of research support professionals
\nThe University Academic Alliance in Taiwan (UAAT)<\/span>
\nLaunched in 2023, UAAT consists of 12 major universities in Taiwan and promotes academic collaboration in various fields including semiconductors, finance, and international communication.<\/p>\nContact<\/h4>\n
\nSocial Engagement Division (Planning Department)
\nEmail: kisyhosa\u2605jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
\n(2) Regarding this forum:
\nGlobal Partnership & Alliance (International Affairs Division)
\nEmail: intlsenryaku\u2605jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
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