{"id":17456,"date":"2024-06-05T14:16:42","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T05:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sdgs.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/?p=17456"},"modified":"2024-06-12T13:57:42","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T04:57:42","slug":"3rd-annual-kyushu-u-connect-how-can-diversity-guide-our-science-and-society","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sdgs.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/17456","title":{"rendered":"\u30107\/7\u30113rd Annual Kyushu U Connect “How can diversity guide our science and society?”"},"content":{"rendered":"
How can diversity guide our science and society?<\/h5>\n
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Kyushu U Connect is happy to announce its third annual event, this year with the theme: Diversity. It goes without saying that diversity plays a critical role in every corner of our lives. Kyushu University understands its necessity, as the very first Vision in our Vision 2030 platform is \u2018Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion\u2019 in its governance structure. From understanding different cultures, to interacting with people of different backgrounds, to the biodiversity of nature, diversity gives all of us the necessary insights into what it is to be human.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\"\u30dd\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u753b\u50cf\"<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

This event will ask you \u201cHow can diversity guide our science and society?\u201d We will cover the numerous aspects of how diversity affects our lives from social and gender diversity, biodiversity, intercultural diversity, and its role in medicine. Join us for an afternoon of stimulating talks and discussions facilitated by Kyushu U faculty, students, and science communicators. Let us explore life\u2019s infinite diversity in infinite combinations.<\/p>\n

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Target<\/b>
\nGeneral, High school students, Elementary and junior high school students, Current students and staff
\nLanguage<\/b>
\nFull bilingual event
\nDates<\/b>
\n2024.07.07 [Sun] 13:00 \u2013 16:30
\nVenue name<\/b>
\nFukuoka City Museum
\nVenue address<\/b>
\n3-1-1, Momochihama, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka \u00a0\u2605MAP<\/a>
\nSeating capacity<\/b>
\n120 people, in order of arrival *On the day registration is available if the maximum participants are not reached
\nParticipation fee<\/b>
\nFree of charge<\/p>\n

Event Details<\/h4>\n

\u226aSchedule\u226b
\nEach talk is 15 min followed by 10 min Q&A
\n12:00-13:00 Venue Open
\n13:00-13:10 Opening remarks
\n13:10-13:35 Specially Appointed Researcher Noriko Seguchi (Eng)
\n13:35-14:00 Professor Mikita Suyama (Jpn)
\n14:00-14:10 Break
\n14:10-14:35 Associate Professor Hiroko Kinoshita (Jpn)
\n14:35-15:00 Student Theater Group \u201cItalento\u201d
\n15:00-16:00 Free roaming group discussion
\n16:00-16:20 Closing remarks<\/p>\n

\u226aPresenters\u226b
\n\u201cThe Problem of the Concept of Race and Racism in Japan\u201d<\/b>
\nSpecially Appointed Researcher Noriko Seguchi (Faculty of Social and Cultural Studies)<\/strong>
\nSince the 17th century, the diversity of human beings has been simplified into racial categories based on skin color and other physical characteristics. However, it is important to note that the concept of race has no biological basis and is rather a social construct. The concept of race has been used to justify colonialism and slavery, and racial discrimination continues to persist in the present day. The concept of race has also been accepted and used in Japan, particularly in the media. However, discussions about racism are not common in Japan. It is crucial to acknowledge and address the existence of racism.<\/p>\n

\u201cHuman Diversity from a Genomic Perspective\u201d<\/b>
\nProfessor Mikita Suyama (Research Center for Systems Immunology, Medical Institute of Bioregulation)<\/strong>
\nAs the phrase \u201cthe apple doesn\u2019t fall far from the tree\u201d suggests, children resemble their parents. This is because they are genetically similar. On the other hand, if we look around the world, we see a variety of people with different skin tones, eye colors, and hair textures. Today, we can easily examine the genome\u2013 the complete set of human genetic information\u2013for every individual. Let\u2019s think about the human diversity and diseases that genomes can tell us.<\/p>\n

\u201cTowards Religious Diversity and Multiculturalism\u201d<\/b>
\nAssociate Professor Hiroko Kinoshita (The International Student Center)<\/strong>
\nIt is estimated that by 2050, the world\u2019s Muslim population will account for approximately 30% of the world\u2019s total population. Many Muslims are expected to come to Japan in the future, making Japanese society increasingly diverse. How can people of different faiths live together? Let\u2019s learn together how to understand religious diversity for multiculturalism.<\/p>\n

\u201cBiodiversity and Us: Insect Lives Matter\u201d<\/b>
\nStudent Theater Group \u201cItalento\u201d<\/strong>
\nOur planet is rich in biodiversity. Insects are an especially diverse group, accounting for more than 50% of all known species on Earth. Insects are hard workers, some are pollinators, others are protectors of agriculture, decomposers of poop and human waste, etc. Insects are essential to our lives. But have we ever appreciated their hard work? How significantly would our daily lives change if there were no insects? Today, we will try to see the life of our \u201cdaily neighbors.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u226aMC\u226b
\nProfessor Natalie Konomi
\n(Global Strategies Office)<\/p>\n

\u226aModerator\u226b
\nProfessor Johan Lauwereyns
\n(Faculty of Arts and Science)<\/p>\n

Registration method<\/h4>\n

Advanced registration required
\n[Online]
\nhttps:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/XyDSgA94G8<\/a><\/p>\n

Registration period<\/h4>\n

2024.06.04[Tue]\u20132024.07.04[Thu]<\/p>\n

Inquiries<\/h4>\n

Name: Kyushu University Public Relations Office
\nTEL: 092-802-2131
\nMail: sysintlkh\u2605jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
\nPlease replace \u2605 with @
\nAddress: 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka<\/p>\n

[Website]
\nhttps:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/XyDSgA94G8<\/a><\/p>\n

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