The University of Tokyo and Google announced that they have signed a partnership to realize an "AI mutualistic future society."In addition to sharing the new knowledge created together with all people and conducting research with the aim of solving global problems, we aim to contribute to society and develop next-generation human resources who will lead the future.
The University of Tokyo and Google will work on "research cooperation," "human resources development," "providing resources and tools," and "cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit and startup ecosystem" for the next two years.
Regarding "research cooperation," we will make full use of Google's cutting-edge knowledge and technological foundations in AI research, and bring together the wide range of outstanding specialized knowledge and research capabilities of the University of Tokyo from all over the university.We will cooperate to solve various social problems and realize a future society created by AI coexisting with people.In the future, we are also considering joint research in fields such as natural language processing where technology and AI expertise can make a significant contribution.
In "Development of Next-Generation Research Human Resources," which is positioned as an extremely important driving force in advancing research utilizing AI, there are opportunities for students to receive useful intellectual stimuli in deciding their careers and programs for networking. Provided.This includes fellowship programs, mentoring sessions, internships, and international research exchange programs for doctoral students.
Regarding "Providing Resources and Tools," Google provides training materials and computing resources for students to help them acquire the knowledge and know-how essential for AI development.Supports the University of Tokyo's AI / machine learning curriculum and university-wide programming education.In addition to providing resources in the field of computer science as well, we will hold a career programming workshop to expand opportunities for female students at the University of Tokyo to study computer science.Google will also support the development of teacher support tools in school education, led by a research team at the University of Tokyo.
With the aim of "cultivating an entrepreneurial spirit and startup ecosystem," we will provide future entrepreneurs with various learning and networking opportunities through the mentorship program of "Google for Startups." In November, in collaboration with the University of Tokyo FoundX, an entrepreneurship support program for graduates of the University of Tokyo, we will hold a free online intensive course for managers working for grown-up startups.
Makoto Gonokami, President of the University of Tokyo, said, "We believe that it is the University of Tokyo's mission to contribute to the creation of an inclusive and better society where no one is left behind. Digital AI technology In the midst of rapid development, wisdom is needed to connect these new technologies to the formation of an "inclusive" society in which anyone can benefit from and play an active role regardless of age, gender, place of residence, or disability. We are pleased to work with Google in working together and working towards it, "he welcomed the partnership with Google.
