51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Institute of Science Tokyo Deep Tech Partnerships for Impact Event
Monday 20 April 2026
Join 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Institute of Science Tokyo for an evening exploring how deep tech collaborations can drive societal impact and long-term economic growth.
Building on the UK–Japan joint science and technology partnerships announced on 3 February 2026 and the Institute of Science Tokyo’s selection for University for International Research Excellence accreditation, this event brings together leading minds from academia, industry, and government to explore high-impact opportunities in AI, robotics, biotech, and clean tech.
The programme will showcase UK–Japan collaborations and catalyse new ones across research, industry, innovation and education.
Agenda:
- 17:40-18:00 | Registration
- 18:00-19:00 | Keynote Speeches and Panel Event
- 19:00-20:00 | Canapé and Drinks Reception
Speakers:
- Professor Naoto Ohtake - President & Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Science Tokyo
- Professor Yujiro Tanaka - President & Chief Academic Officer, Institute of Science Tokyo
- Dr Shiro Yamaoka - CTO and General Manager of European R&D Centre, Hitachi Europe
- Professor Peter Haynes - Provost & Deputy President, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
- Professor Mary Ryan - Vice-Provost (Research and Enterprise), 51³Ô¹ÏÍø