{"id":31083,"date":"2026-06-18T11:57:40","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T02:57:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sdgs.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/?p=31083"},"modified":"2026-06-25T11:58:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T02:58:59","slug":"%ef%bc%bb7-12%ef%bc%bdkyushu-u-connece-insects-inspiration-innovation-working-with-the-secret-engineers-of-nature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sdgs.kyushu-u.ac.jp\/en\/31083","title":{"rendered":"\uff3b7\/12\uff3dKyushu U Connece: Insects, Inspiration, Innovation: Working with the Secret Engineers of Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"
“Insects: Nature\u2019s Engineers”<\/h5>\n
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\nThe fifth Kyushu U Connect event is here to bring you an afternoon of bilingual talks and discussions exploring the different ways insects impact our lives.<\/p>\n

Organized by Kyushu University\u2019s Science Communicators, two professors and two student groups will present their research and explore the role of insects in nature and innovation. As usual, after the presentations, participants will have the opportunity to talk with the speakers during our free-roaming discussion time! Learn about the different facets of insects and how they touch our lives from pest management, design engineering, vaccines, and pathogen control. Don\u2019t miss this rare opportunity for an afternoon of stimulating talks and discussions facilitated by university faculty, students, and science communicators!<\/p>\n

About Kyushu U Connect event<\/b>
\nKyushu U Connect is an annual public event organized by the Science Communicators at Kyushu University\u2019s Public Relations Initiative. Each year, a single theme is selected, and university researchers and students present their work to the public audience in an intriguing and accessible way. At the same time, each talk is presented in both Japanese and English. The event is an opportunity to introduce the university\u2019s research activities to the community and welcomes people of all backgrounds to engage with each presenter\u2019s talk.<\/p>\n

One of the unique features of this event is the \u201cfree roaming\u201d discussion time after the presentations. Here, participants are encouraged to go directly to the presenters to exchange ideas, ask questions, and engage in open dialogue. Our goal is to \u201cconnect\u201d the university to the larger Fukuoka and Kyushu area. We hope that through this event, we can bring together Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan, and the world in fellowship.<\/p>\n

Poster front<\/a><\/p>\n

Poster back<\/a> <\/div>\n

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Details<\/h4>\n
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  1. Target\uff1a
    \nGeneral, High school students, Elementary and junior high school\u3000students,Current students and staff,Others<\/li>\n
  2. Date & Time\uff1a
    \n2026.7.12[Sun]13:00\u201317:00<\/li>\n
  3. Venue name\uff1a
    \nKyushu University Nishijin Plaza<\/li>\n
  4. Venue adress\uff1a
    \n2-16-23 Nishijin, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka, 814-0002<\/li>\n

    \u2605MAP<\/a><\/p>\n

  5. Seating capacity\uff1a
    \n120people, in order of arrival<\/li>\n
  6. Participation fee\uff1a
    \nFree of charge<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Presenters<\/h4>\n

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    The \u201cMushi\u201d that Infect Insects: The Curious World of Microsporidia<\/b>
    \nProfessor Chisa Yasunaga-Aoki
    \n(Faculty of Agriculture Department of Bioresource Sciences)<\/p>\n

    Did you know that insects can get sick, too? Focusing on microsporidia, a unique and little-known group of insect pathogens, this talk explores how insect\u2013microbe interactions shape ecological balance and inspire environmentally friendly pest management approaches known as microbial control.<\/p>\n

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    Lessons in Craft and Design from the Insects Around Us<\/b>
    \nSchool of Design, Kazuya Saito Lab, B4
    \nToko Kitamura
    \nKaito Nakagawa
    \nNagito Imamura
    \nShunta Amino<\/p>\n

    The Saito Lab explores the intersection of origami engineering and biomimicry. In this talk, we present studies inspired by tiger beetles, honeybees, cicadas, and earwigs. Participants will also take part in a hands-on origami workshop inspired by the earwig’s unique wing-folding mechanism and explore its engineering potential.<\/p>\n

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    Tiny Insects, Big Health: From Insect Factories to Edible Vaccines<\/b>
    \nProfessor Jae Man Lee
    \n(Faculty of Agriculture Department of Bioresource Sciences)<\/p>\n

    Silkworms are best known for producing silk, but they are also emerging as \u201cinsect factories\u201d capable of producing proteins used in pharmaceuticals and vaccines. In this talk, I will introduce our research on edible vaccines produced by silkworms and discuss how insect biotechnology may contribute to future healthcare, food security, and a more sustainable society.<\/p>\n

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    Friend, Foe, or Future? The New Age of Insect Innovation<\/b>
    \nBrian Blumberg M2 Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Science
    \nEvan Chan B2 School of Agriculture<\/p>\n

    Feared by many and loved by some, insects are a subject of intense scientific study.\u3000Traditionally, these small critters were simply targets to eliminate to protect our health and agricultural prosperity. However, recent advancements have shed light on incredible insect-inspired technologies. Join us as we explore the fine line between mayhem and creation in the world of entomology.<\/p>\n

    Event schedule<\/h4>\n

    13:00\u3000Start
    \n13:00-13:20\u3000Opening remarks
    \n13:25-13:55\u3000Professor Chisa Yasunaga-Aoki presentation
    \n14:00-14:30\u3000Saito lab students
    \n14:30-14:40\u3000Break
    \n14:40-15:10\u3000Professor Jae Man Lee presentation
    \n15:15-15:45\u3000KYURIOUS student group presentation
    \n15:50-16:45\u3000Free roaming discussion time
    \n16:50-17:00\u3000Wrap up panel with closing comments
    \n17:00\u3000End<\/p>\n

    Redgistration method<\/h4>\n

    Advanced registration required
    \n    https:\/\/forms.office.com\/r\/YXZ3r9kBK1<\/a>
    \nRegistration period: 2026.07.09[Thu]<\/p>\n

    Inquiries<\/h4>\n

    Name: Kyushu University Public Relations Division
    \nTEL: 0928022131
    \nMail: sysintlkh\u2605jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
    \nPlease replace \u2605 with @<\/p>\n

    Website<\/h4>\n

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