Tsukuba, Ibaraki

TIAS Releases Final Report on Project to Support Formation of Sport Academy as Part of "Sport for Tomorrow" Program

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Monday, March 22, 2021

TSUKUBA, Japan, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS) has conducted education and research from fiscal 2014 to fiscal 2020 on leading-edge knowledge such as development of sport management and sports for peace, based on education on the Olympics and Paralympics.

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  • TSUKUBA, Japan, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS) has conducted education and research from fiscal 2014 to fiscal 2020 on leading-edge knowledge such as development of sport management and sports for peace, based on education on the Olympics and Paralympics.
  • TIAS, established within the University of Tsukuba based in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, as part of the "Sport for Tomorrow (SFT)" program put forward by the Japanese government, has released a report on the results of the initiative and its future prospects as the culmination of the seven-year efforts.
  • The report details a framework for project management, TIAS's collaboration with the International Academy of Sport Science and Technology (AISTS), TIAS-AISTS short-term programs and a Sport Olympic degree program.
  • TIAS hopes that people interested in the project will read the report by visiting the following website:

Best Master's Programs Releases Ranking of the Top 25 Online Sports Management Master's Programs

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

For working professionals who need a top program in a convenient format, Best Master's Programs has ranked the 25 Best Online Master's in Sports Management.

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  • For working professionals who need a top program in a convenient format, Best Master's Programs has ranked the 25 Best Online Master's in Sports Management.
  • The BMP ranking of the top Sports Management Master's programs is meant to help working professionals find a program with a real return on investment and career impact.
  • Best Master's Programs used three criteria to determine the ranking:
    The top 3 online Master's in Sports Management programs for 2021 are: (1) Georgetown University, (2) North Carolina State University, and (3) Louisiana State University.
  • Best Master's Programs is an independent online guide to finding the best traditional and online master's degree programs.

Afton Chemical Completes Multimillion Dollar Expansion of Japan Technology Center in Tsukuba

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Friday, November 1, 2019

Afton Chemical Corporation, a global leader in the lubricant and fuel additive market, announced the completion of its Japan Technology Center expansion in Tsukuba.

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  • Afton Chemical Corporation, a global leader in the lubricant and fuel additive market, announced the completion of its Japan Technology Center expansion in Tsukuba.
  • Mr. Jon Heese, City Councilor for Tsukuba, jointly opened the Japan Technology Center with Mr. Teddy Gottwald, Chairman and CEO of NewMarket Corporation and Mrs. Regina A.
  • Afton is working proactively with key OEMs worldwide to develop the technology and lubricant needs for electric/hybrid vehicles.
  • Afton Chemical Corporation supports global operations through regional headquarters located in Asia Pacific, EMEAI, Latin America and North America.

Kanazawa University Research: A Closed Cage-like Molecule That can be Opened

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Monday, January 21, 2019

Researchers at Kanazawa University and University of Tsukuba report in Chemistry - A European Journal the synthesis of a closed molecular cage with areas that can be opened.

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  • Researchers at Kanazawa University and University of Tsukuba report in Chemistry - A European Journal the synthesis of a closed molecular cage with areas that can be opened.
  • Shigehisa Akine from Kanazawa University and coworkers have now used this chemical reaction to open up an originally closed, caged-like molecule.
  • The University is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan in Kanazawa - a city rich in history and culture.
  • Kanazawa University is divided into two main campuses: Kakuma and Takaramachi for its approximately 10,200 students including 600 from overseas.

Kanazawa University Research: A Closed Cage-like Molecule That can be Opened

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Monday, January 21, 2019

Researchers at Kanazawa University and University of Tsukuba report in Chemistry - A European Journal the synthesis of a closed molecular cage with areas that can be opened.

Key Points: 
  • Researchers at Kanazawa University and University of Tsukuba report in Chemistry - A European Journal the synthesis of a closed molecular cage with areas that can be opened.
  • Shigehisa Akine from Kanazawa University and coworkers have now used this chemical reaction to open up an originally closed, caged-like molecule.
  • The University is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan in Kanazawa - a city rich in history and culture.
  • Kanazawa University is divided into two main campuses: Kakuma and Takaramachi for its approximately 10,200 students including 600 from overseas.

University of Tsukuba Hosts 2nd Tri-University Showcase Conference on SFT Sport Academy Formation Project

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Friday, December 14, 2018

TOKYO, Dec. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 10, the University of Tsukuba's Tokyo Campus hosted the 2nd Tri-University Showcase Conference on the SFT Sport Academy Formation Project.

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  • TOKYO, Dec. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 10, the University of Tsukuba's Tokyo Campus hosted the 2nd Tri-University Showcase Conference on the SFT Sport Academy Formation Project.
  • The event was organized by Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies(TIAS), together with the National Coach Developer Academy(NCDA) at Nippon Sport Science University, and the NIFS International Sport Academy(NIFISA) at the National Institute of Fitness and Sports(NIFS).
  • Based at the University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS) was founded in 2014 with the backing of the Sport for Tomorrow programme, introduced by the Japanese government to promote sport, along with the Olympic and Paralympic movements.
  • The academy's Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the field of global sport.

TIAS, Japan, Announces Admission Guidelines for Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies

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Thursday, November 15, 2018

TSUKUBA, Japan, Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS), founded as part of the Sport for Tomorrow programme, introduced by the Government of Japan to promote the Olympic and Paralympic movements, has announced admission guidelines for the 5th batch of students, set to commence their studies on October 1, 2019.

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  • TSUKUBA, Japan, Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS), founded as part of the Sport for Tomorrow programme, introduced by the Government of Japan to promote the Olympic and Paralympic movements, has announced admission guidelines for the 5th batch of students, set to commence their studies on October 1, 2019.
  • Sport for Tomorrow is a programme launched and operated with comprehensive support from the Government of Japan, and incorporating a range of public-private initiatives.
  • Its aim is to reach over 10 million people in more than 100 countries and regions worldwide with sport-based outreach activities, placing a particular emphasis on developing nations.
  • With the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games drawing near, October 1, 2018, saw the start of the academy's 4th Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies, which brings together students whose diverse backgrounds include national sporting associations, educational bodies, and even the PyeongChang Organizing Committee for the 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games.

Tsukuba University Welcomes New Intake to International Sport Programme

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Friday, October 5, 2018

TSUKUBA, Japan, Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- September 28 saw the University of Tsukuba host a ceremony to welcome the new intake of students on the 4th Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies, operated since 2015 by Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS).

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  • TSUKUBA, Japan, Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- September 28 saw the University of Tsukuba host a ceremony to welcome the new intake of students on the 4th Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies, operated since 2015 by Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS).
  • "The TIAS curriculum is designed to prepare you for this by guiding you through a broad range of specialist topics in the field of sport."
  • Based at the University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba International Academy for Sport Studies (TIAS) was founded in 2014 with the backing of the Sport for Tomorrow programme, introduced by the Japanese government to promote sport, along with the Olympic and Paralympic movements.
  • The academy's Master's Programme in Sport and Olympic Studies aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the field of global sport, while also providing a forum for international exchange.