NCKU and the University of Tokyo Sign Academic Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen Research Collaboration-國立成功大學永續發展SDGs

To promote international academic collaboration and expand research capacity, the College of Bioscience and Biotechnology at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) and the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Tokyo held a signing ceremony for an academic cooperation agreement on May 7 at the Biological Science Teaching Building on Li-Hsing Campus. This collaboration was actively facilitated by NCKU’s Yushan Scholar Professor Takashi Gojobori and marks the first college-level memorandum of understanding between NCKU and the University of Tokyo. Going forward, both parties will collaborate on student exchanges, faculty visits, joint research, credit recognition, and co-hosted seminars.


Executive Vice President Yuh-Neu Chen of NCKU stated in her remarks that the College of Bioscience and Biotechnology focuses on research and development in agricultural biotechnology, life sciences, and ecological environments, while actively expanding its collaboration network with top international academic institutions. This new partnership with the University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences will bring increased international resources and research strength to related fields at NCKU, creating fresh opportunities for academic exchange and talent cultivation.


Professor Takashi Gojobori said that the collaboration will formally establish a long-term and diverse partnership, with a special focus on promoting student exchanges, faculty visits, and joint research. He hopes that frequent academic interactions will inspire innovative ideas and lead to impactful research outcomes.


Professor Nina Yasuda of the University of Tokyo highlighted the university’s 150-year strong foundation in agricultural sciences and expressed her enthusiasm for partnering with NCKU. She noted that this collaboration goes beyond research ties—it symbolizes a shared vision to deepen friendship and expand cooperation, contributing knowledge and solutions toward sustainable development.


Both parties also introduced the development and distinctive features of their respective colleges. Professor Nina Yasuda presented the University of Tokyo, founded in 1877, emphasizing its strong foundation and international reputation in agricultural and life sciences. She highlighted the university’s ranking as 28th globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings, showcasing its excellence in research and education. Dean Ju-Min Wang of NCKU’s College of Bioscience and Biotechnology outlined the college’s current progress and future outlook in biotechnology, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research integration. He emphasized the college’s active efforts in promoting international collaboration and expressed hope that diverse exchanges and cooperation will continue to enhance academic capacity and global influence. The signing ceremony was then held with the presence of senior officials and faculty members from both sides, during which gifts were exchanged as a symbol of goodwill.


This collaboration not only represents a concrete achievement of NCKU’s active efforts to expand international cooperation but also aims to deepen research partnerships with the University of Tokyo in biological sciences, agricultural technology, and related fields. Together, they seek to build a multinational and interdisciplinary academic collaboration platform.