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How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) help tackle the global challenges in the Anthropocene? This is the topic of the ‘3rd Japanese-German-French AI Symposium’ (October 27-28). More than 60 speakers from all three countries gather in Tokyo and share their insights on topics such as AI for Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Societies, Biodiversity, Governance, Democracy and Cybersecurity. Registration has opened today – don't miss your chance to book a spot!
Continue reading to find out more about the event, as well as about the newly established ‘Konrad Zuse Schools of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence’ in Germany, welcoming international applicants at Master’s and PhD level. You will also find information on future events and open calls for Japanese-German research collaboration. |
The 3rd Japanese-German-French AI Symposium: AI for Planetary Challenges in the Anthropocene - Registration Open! [October 27-28] At the 3rd trilateral symposium on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Tokyo, stakeholders from academia, industry and policy-making will discuss measures to tackle planetary challenges that humankind is facing in the Anthropocene and share their visions for realizing a sustainable society. Following the 1st and 2nd trilateral symposia in 2018 and 2020, the 3rd symposium at Miraikan in Tokyo will feature plenary and parallel sessions on various current AI topics and provide networking opportunities to further promote trilateral collaboration. We recommend early registration as seating is limited! |
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Konrad Zuse Schools of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Lack of reliability is one of the most serious challenges of AI. The Zuse School relAI trains future experts, who combine technical brilliance with an eye on AI’s implications for society. In close collaboration with industry partners and international AI centres, it educates excellent candidates in the end-to-end development of reliable AI systems for industry and academia, while performing cutting-edge research to make AI usable for critical application domains. The Zuse School relAI is one of three newly established ’Konrad Zuse Schools of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence’ in Germany, welcoming international applicants at Master’s and PhD level. |
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Übersicht: Künstliche Intelligenz (KI) The German Embassy Tokyo has compiled information on AI Research and Technology in Japan and Cooperation with Germany. The complete overview is available for download on our website (German only). |
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Postdoc Networking Tour “AI in Cyber Physical Systems” [Deadline: 2022/08/01 23:59 CEST] Twice a year, the DAAD selects a group of outstanding postdoctoral researchers and experienced PhD candidates worldwide to participate in the Postdoctoral Networking Tour in Artificial Intelligence. The next tour takes place from October 10 to 14, and the focus is on Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Physical Systems. The fellowship includes a Virtual Networking Week and a one-week travel stipend with plenty of opportunities to personally connect with leading researchers and research institutions from all over Germany. |
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Shibuya Gawa Monster In August 2022, a series of events about the Shibuya River takes place in Shibuya (Tokyo) to rediscover and activate the hidden potentials through a holistic and respectful approach. Starting with a workshop from August 1 to 7, students from Japan and Europe develop ideas for an empathic transformation of the river. The results will be displayed at an exhibition from August 7-8 and discussed in a symposium at Aoyama Gakuin University on August 11. |
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Next Generation Quantum Computing [August 29-30] The Symposium “Next Generation Quantum Computing”, organised by Technical University of Braunschweig and Keio University, marks the beginning of new international cooperation in the field of quantum computing between Germany and Japan. The event features seven on-site sessions at the Hiyoshi Campus of the Keio University. |
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Save the Date: Photo exhibition "Fascination of Science" [October 17-23] DWIH Tokyo and OAG will host the exhibition "Fascination of Science" by the German photographer Herlinde Koelbl in Tokyo. The exhibition features portraits of the most renowned scientists and Nobel prize winners from all around the world, as well as promising young researchers. |
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German-Japanese Funding Programme for Joint Workshops and Research Visits [Deadline: 2022/09/06] German Research Foundation (DFG) and Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) jointly fund German-Japanese Workshops to facilitate exchange between the research communities in both countries. Proposals are accepted until 6th September in all scientific areas reaching from humanities and social sciences to natural sciences. Researchers in Germany hand in proposals for the DFG programme “Initiation of International Cooperation”. The matching program on the side of the JSPS is „Bilateral Programs – Joint Seminars“. |
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Sakura Science Exchange Program Short research stay in Japan? The Sakura Science Exchange Program of JST funds short research trips to Japan (7- 21 days) for young researchers from abroad (students, postdocs, and administrative staff under 40). Foreign universities must find Japanese hosts (universities, research institutions or companies) which also submit the application. They can be submitted throughout the year, and selection is made on a quarterly basis. |
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International call for funding for CCUS technologies New call for funding for CCUS (CO2 capture, utilisation and storage) projects by the international ACT consortium. Research teams from Germany can apply for funding together with one of the partner countries (Norway, USA, India and the Canadian province of Alberta). Cooperation with Japan is also possible. The Deadline for applications is September 12. |
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