Human Frontier Science Program

International Human Frontier Science Program Organization Releases 2024-2032 Strategic Plan: "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change"

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Monday, February 5, 2024

As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.

Key Points: 
  • As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.
  • To read "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change," in full, go to HFSPO Strategic Plan 2024-2032 .
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established by the G7 countries at the initiative of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone of Japan at the 1987 Venice Summit.
  • The mission of HFSPO is to foster bold, basic, frontier research in the life sciences and interdisciplinary collaborations around the world.

International Human Frontier Science Program Organization Releases 2024-2032 Strategic Plan: "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change"

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 5, 2024

As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.

Key Points: 
  • As a strategy and roadmap to that future, "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change" is unique because HFSPO is unique.
  • To read "Frontier Life Science in a Time of Change," in full, go to HFSPO Strategic Plan 2024-2032 .
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established by the G7 countries at the initiative of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone of Japan at the 1987 Venice Summit.
  • The mission of HFSPO is to foster bold, basic, frontier research in the life sciences and interdisciplinary collaborations around the world.

University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center to partner on major OREI food safety research grant

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Washington, D.C., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center are pleased to announce a new collaboration on an important new organic food safety research project, enabled by a $3.5 million grant recently awarded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) research program.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, D.C., Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The University of Rhode Island and The Organic Center are pleased to announce a new collaboration on an important new organic food safety research project, enabled by a $3.5 million grant recently awarded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) research program.
  • Food safety is of paramount importance for every organic grower, but organic produce and specialty crop growers can face unique challenges in trying to meet both National Organic Program standards and multiple food safety requirements.
  • That assessment identified food safety as a top production challenge for organic farmers both in terms of operational and administrative barriers.
  • We have robust policies designed to deliver safe, organic food through the National Organic Program and the Food Safety Modernization Act.

27 to 29 June, Paris - World Leaders & Scientists to Discuss: Basic Research Can Pioneer New Approaches to Global Challenges

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Monday, June 26, 2023

PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges. The events contribute toward the U.N. International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges.
  • High-Level Summit, 27 June, at French Academy of Sciences:
    International Scientific Symposium, 28 & 29 June, at Auditorium André and Liliane Bettencourt:
    English speakers: Rachael Bishop, [email protected] , +33 (0)7 81 87 62 21.
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established in 1989 to advance international research and training at the frontier of life sciences.
  • With its collaborative research grants and postdoctoral fellowships, the program has awarded more than 4,500 fellowships involving more than 7,500 scientists from around the world.

27 to 29 June, Paris - World Leaders & Scientists to Discuss: Basic Research Can Pioneer New Approaches to Global Challenges

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 26, 2023

PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges. The events contribute toward the U.N. International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges.
  • High-Level Summit, 27 June, at French Academy of Sciences:
    International Scientific Symposium, 28 & 29 June, at Auditorium André and Liliane Bettencourt:
    English speakers: Rachael Bishop, [email protected] , +33 (0)7 81 87 62 21.
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established in 1989 to advance international research and training at the frontier of life sciences.
  • With its collaborative research grants and postdoctoral fellowships, the program has awarded more than 4,500 fellowships involving more than 7,500 scientists from around the world.

NTT and the University of Tokyo Produce the World's First Communication Signal Generated from an Environmentally Friendly Circuit and Battery

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

To address this issue, NTT is promoting the research and development of devices using materials that have a low environmental impact once discarded.

Key Points: 
  • To address this issue, NTT is promoting the research and development of devices using materials that have a low environmental impact once discarded.
  • Hypothetical applications of the environmentally-friendly circuit and battery (Graphic: Business Wire)
    NTT and GSFS are exploring improvements to environmentally friendly batteries by eliminating the use of scarce materials and hazardous substances.
  • Using these materials, researchers at NTT collaborated with Professor Junichi Takeyas laboratory at GSFS to create an environmentally friendly circuit.
  • NTT Research and Development shares insights, innovations and knowledge with NTT operating companies and partners to support new ideas and solutions.

Establishment of Maritime and Ocean Digital Engineering Cooperation Program at the University of Tokyo

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Monday, August 8, 2022

The program aims to promote and enhance digital engineering technology and skills for the maritime sector by building a cooperative simulation platform.

Key Points: 
  • The program aims to promote and enhance digital engineering technology and skills for the maritime sector by building a cooperative simulation platform.
  • MODE aims to address these challenges by using model-based development (MBD)(1) and model-based systems engineering (MBSE),(2) which are increasingly being introduced in the automobile industry.
  • MBD and MBSE enable not only optimization of complex system designs, but also the creation of a collaborative development process ("Maritime and Ocean Digital Engineering") involving a wide range of stakeholders, including shippers and operators.
  • An inaugural symposium is scheduled for the afternoon of October 4 in Ito Hall at the University of Tokyo.

Muna Therapeutics Appoints Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer

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Monday, November 1, 2021

COPENHAGEN, Denmark and BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muna Therapeutics ("Muna"), pioneering the development of novel, first-in-class small molecule therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, today announces the appointment of Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer.

Key Points: 
  • COPENHAGEN, Denmark and BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muna Therapeutics ("Muna"), pioneering the development of novel, first-in-class small molecule therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, today announces the appointment of Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Rita Balice-Gordon, Chief Executive Officer of Muna Therapeutics, said: "We are delighted to welcome Niels as Muna's Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Niels Plath, Chief Scientific Officer of Muna Therapeutics, said: "I'm excited to be joining Muna Therapeutics to further develop its promising, cutting-edge pipeline of neurodegenerative disease therapeutics.
  • Muna Therapeutics is a private biopharmaceutical company founded in 2020 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark and Leuven, Belgium.

Muna Therapeutics Appoints Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 1, 2021

COPENHAGEN, Denmark and BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muna Therapeutics ("Muna"), pioneering the development of novel, first-in-class small molecule therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, today announces the appointment of Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer.

Key Points: 
  • COPENHAGEN, Denmark and BOSTON, Nov. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muna Therapeutics ("Muna"), pioneering the development of novel, first-in-class small molecule therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases, today announces the appointment of Dr. Niels Plath as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Rita Balice-Gordon, Chief Executive Officer of Muna Therapeutics, said: "We are delighted to welcome Niels as Muna's Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Niels Plath, Chief Scientific Officer of Muna Therapeutics, said: "I'm excited to be joining Muna Therapeutics to further develop its promising, cutting-edge pipeline of neurodegenerative disease therapeutics.
  • Muna Therapeutics is a private biopharmaceutical company founded in 2020 and based in Copenhagen, Denmark and Leuven, Belgium.

New grant advances research on domestic organic rice

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Meanwhile, research is needed to determine whether domestic organic rice production can be competitive and sustainable, and what attributes consumers consider desirable in the rice they eat.

Key Points: 
  • Meanwhile, research is needed to determine whether domestic organic rice production can be competitive and sustainable, and what attributes consumers consider desirable in the rice they eat.
  • The long-term goal is to facilitate the growth of organic rice production in the U.S. and foster the growth of the domestic market.
  • Specifically, researchers will focus on identifying and assessing the economic impacts of different production practices used in domestic organic rice production.
  • To expand domestic consumption of organic rice, researchers plan to study consumers preferences.