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If high school students in rural areas change their career paths from getting a job to going to university due to "improved scholarships, etc.", will fewer people stay in their hometown?
Under the New Support System for Higher Education, in addition to the existing support, from 2025 onwards, large families (families with three or more dependent children) will receive […]
Does "studying all night" not improve grades? Edogawa University's "Sleep Research Institute" conducts research on "sleep" from various perspectives and disseminates information to society
As the old proverb goes, studying hard at night has been considered a virtue in a sense. However, from a scientific point of view, […]
What has changed with the "free tuition" policy at four public universities?
The new government support system for higher education will begin in 2020, and regardless of the family's economic situation, those with the desire to continue their education will be able to do so.
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Kinki University and Kintetsu Real Estate partner to provide land to support student entrepreneurs and use for business testing
Kindai University and Kintetsu Real Estate have partnered to support Kindai University students in starting their own businesses. Starting in December 2024, for one year, Kindai University students will be working at Kawachi-Kosaka Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line in Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
A total of 2024 doctoral degree holders will be hired by central government ministries and agencies in April 4, with the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare leading the way
The number of doctoral degree holders and master's or professional degree holders employed by the central government ministries and agencies as of April 2024, 4 is 1 and 59, respectively.
Pleistocene fossil Ushikawa human bones identified as bear bones by Niigata University of Health and Welfare and others
A research group including Assistant Professor Aiko Sasou of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Niigata University of Health and Welfare and Specially Appointed Professor Gen Suwa of the University Museum, The University of Tokyo, conducted a comparative study […]
Temple University, Japan Campus' new Kyoto base, "TUJ Kyoto," signs memorandum of understanding with nearby Ryukoku University
On November 2024, 11, Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) signed a memorandum of understanding with Ryukoku University. The new campus will open in January 25.
If high school students in rural areas change their career paths from getting a job to going to university due to "improved scholarships, etc.", will fewer people stay in their hometown?
Under the New Support System for Higher Education, in addition to the existing support, from 2025 onwards, large families (families with three or more dependent children) will receive […]
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If high school students in rural areas change their career paths from getting a job to going to university due to "improved scholarships, etc.", will fewer people stay in their hometown?
Under the New Support System for Higher Education, in addition to the existing support, from 2025 onwards, large families (families with three or more dependent children) will receive […]
Not just Waseda University - Will the decline in students from rural areas and repeat entrance exams lead to greater diversity in universities?
In November 2017, Waseda University released a diversity declaration. It included the following phrase: "Our university still has many challenges ahead of it. [...]
Does "studying all night" not improve grades? Edogawa University's "Sleep Research Institute" conducts research on "sleep" from various perspectives and disseminates information to society
As the old proverb goes, studying hard at night has been considered a virtue in a sense. However, from a scientific point of view, […]
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List- Tamagawa University Faculty of Engineering, Department of Design Science, Successfully Creates 3D Model of Zama City's Important Cultural Property
- Temple University, Japan Campus' new Kyoto base, "TUJ Kyoto," signs memorandum of understanding with nearby Ryukoku University
- Ranking of popular companies for employment: First half of the 2026 graduate job hunt (Summer 2024) survey by Diamond Human Resources
- Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association Awards 60th Anniversary: New Category for U18 and U25 "Green and Water Design Special Category" Established
- Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, is now accepting proposals for the Miraikan Living Lab, a public demonstration experiment program that will see the general public participate widely in the project as an open "experimental field"
Research
List- Pleistocene fossil Ushikawa human bones identified as bear bones by Niigata University of Health and Welfare and others
- Azabu University and others succeed in constructing a highly accurate genome sequence of domestic cats and discovering new genes
- Gum-chewing training prevents aspiration and fever after esophageal cancer surgery: Okayama University makes world first discovery
- Juntendo University and other institutions' AI-powered echocardiography research featured in North American Heart Association's latest scientific topic
- Why does tight clothing like belts and underwear cause hives? University of Yamanashi explains
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List- Yokohama National University A satellite facility opens in front of JR and Sotetsu's "Hazawa Yokohama National University Station" Inside Terrada Warehouse's first multi-purpose commercial facility "HAZAAR"
- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University and Kyushu Institute of Technology Selected for Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Support Project for Creating Social Impact through University Internationalization"
- Saitama Institute of Technology conducts Japan's first self-driving bus test ride using next-generation fuel "renewable diesel" through industry-academia-government collaboration
- Kochi University and others launch industry-academia-government collaboration project to revive seaweed in danger of disappearing
- Nagoya University Higashiyama Campus "Facility with a roof that looks like the ground is turned up" scheduled to open in the summer of 2025 A research space open to everyone, directly connected to a subway station
Industry
List- Ryukoku University and NINZIA Co., Ltd. confirm that konjac fiber suppresses postprandial blood sugar rise
- Saitama Institute of Technology conducts Japan's first self-driving bus test ride using next-generation fuel "renewable diesel" through industry-academia-government collaboration
- Kochi University and others launch industry-academia-government collaboration project to revive seaweed in danger of disappearing
- Wallpaper identification app developed by Doshisha University and Komatsu wins Grand Prix at "KANSAI DX AWARD 2024"
- Bathing warnings to be implemented this winter to prevent elderly people from dying while bathing Kagoshima University
entrance exam
List- Ehime University Faculty of Engineering will be able to select "Biology" for the general selection (early schedule, science entrance exam AB) from the 2026 entrance exam
- Kumamoto University announces notice regarding admission selection method for new faculty organization "Co-Creation Interdisciplinary Studies (tentative name: planned to be established in April 2026)"
- Symposium to be held at the University of Electro-Communications on Saturday, December 12th on an attempt to use item bank-style CBT for university entrance exams, including the subject "Information"
- Kyushu Sangyo University Faculty of Human Sciences, Economics and Arts to hold "Science-type" entrance exams 2025 general entrance exam selection early schedule 3 subjects
- Meiji University plans to establish a new department of political science and economics called "Policy Studies Department (tentative name)" in April 2026
Careers
List- Kinki University and Kintetsu Real Estate partner to provide land to support student entrepreneurs and use for business testing
- A total of 2024 doctoral degree holders will be hired by central government ministries and agencies in April 4, with the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare leading the way
- Ranking of popular companies for employment: First half of the 2026 graduate job hunt (Summer 2024) survey by Diamond Human Resources
- Sophia University begins partnership with BizReach Campus; alumni association "Sophia University Sophia Association" cooperates to strengthen career support starting with alumni visits
- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University and Kyushu Institute of Technology Selected for Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Support Project for Creating Social Impact through University Internationalization"
Topics
List- Tamagawa University Faculty of Engineering, Department of Design Science, Successfully Creates 3D Model of Zama City's Important Cultural Property
- Temple University, Japan Campus' new Kyoto base, "TUJ Kyoto," signs memorandum of understanding with nearby Ryukoku University
- Ranking of popular companies for employment: First half of the 2026 graduate job hunt (Summer 2024) survey by Diamond Human Resources
- Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association Awards 60th Anniversary: New Category for U18 and U25 "Green and Water Design Special Category" Established
- Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, is now accepting proposals for the Miraikan Living Lab, a public demonstration experiment program that will see the general public participate widely in the project as an open "experimental field"
Research
List- Pleistocene fossil Ushikawa human bones identified as bear bones by Niigata University of Health and Welfare and others
- Azabu University and others succeed in constructing a highly accurate genome sequence of domestic cats and discovering new genes
- Gum-chewing training prevents aspiration and fever after esophageal cancer surgery: Okayama University makes world first discovery
- Juntendo University and other institutions' AI-powered echocardiography research featured in North American Heart Association's latest scientific topic
- Why does tight clothing like belts and underwear cause hives? University of Yamanashi explains
Local
List- Yokohama National University A satellite facility opens in front of JR and Sotetsu's "Hazawa Yokohama National University Station" Inside Terrada Warehouse's first multi-purpose commercial facility "HAZAAR"
- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University and Kyushu Institute of Technology Selected for Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Support Project for Creating Social Impact through University Internationalization"
- Saitama Institute of Technology conducts Japan's first self-driving bus test ride using next-generation fuel "renewable diesel" through industry-academia-government collaboration
- Kochi University and others launch industry-academia-government collaboration project to revive seaweed in danger of disappearing
- Nagoya University Higashiyama Campus "Facility with a roof that looks like the ground is turned up" scheduled to open in the summer of 2025 A research space open to everyone, directly connected to a subway station
Industry
List- Ryukoku University and NINZIA Co., Ltd. confirm that konjac fiber suppresses postprandial blood sugar rise
- Saitama Institute of Technology conducts Japan's first self-driving bus test ride using next-generation fuel "renewable diesel" through industry-academia-government collaboration
- Kochi University and others launch industry-academia-government collaboration project to revive seaweed in danger of disappearing
- Wallpaper identification app developed by Doshisha University and Komatsu wins Grand Prix at "KANSAI DX AWARD 2024"
- Bathing warnings to be implemented this winter to prevent elderly people from dying while bathing Kagoshima University
entrance exam
List- Ehime University Faculty of Engineering will be able to select "Biology" for the general selection (early schedule, science entrance exam AB) from the 2026 entrance exam
- Kumamoto University announces notice regarding admission selection method for new faculty organization "Co-Creation Interdisciplinary Studies (tentative name: planned to be established in April 2026)"
- Symposium to be held at the University of Electro-Communications on Saturday, December 12th on an attempt to use item bank-style CBT for university entrance exams, including the subject "Information"
- Kyushu Sangyo University Faculty of Human Sciences, Economics and Arts to hold "Science-type" entrance exams 2025 general entrance exam selection early schedule 3 subjects
- Meiji University plans to establish a new department of political science and economics called "Policy Studies Department (tentative name)" in April 2026
Careers
List- Kinki University and Kintetsu Real Estate partner to provide land to support student entrepreneurs and use for business testing
- A total of 2024 doctoral degree holders will be hired by central government ministries and agencies in April 4, with the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare leading the way
- Ranking of popular companies for employment: First half of the 2026 graduate job hunt (Summer 2024) survey by Diamond Human Resources
- Sophia University begins partnership with BizReach Campus; alumni association "Sophia University Sophia Association" cooperates to strengthen career support starting with alumni visits
- Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University and Kyushu Institute of Technology Selected for Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Support Project for Creating Social Impact through University Internationalization"