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Hiroshima University
10 Jun 2026
A nationwide study tracking Japanese adults before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic found that health-related quality of life steadily declined over seven years and did not rebound after the public health emergency ended. Researchers say the decline may reflect the cumulative impact of pandemic-related changes in physical activity, mental well-being, and social interaction among working-age adults across Japan.
Sungkyunkwan University
10 Jun 2026
Self-assembled nanostructures in the electrolyte control ion flow… achieving world-record performance in both cycle life and capacity simultaneously
Osaka Metropolitan University
10 Jun 2026
Researchers innovated artificial photosynthesis technology by optimizing the electrolyzer part of the system. This tweak enables the continuous production of solar fuel, even with fluctuations in sunlight intensity.
Kanazawa University
10 Jun 2026
Physician-scientists at Kanazawa University have demonstrated, for the first time worldwide, the clinical efficacy of chemoimmunotherapy in patients with ultra-rare urachal cancer. Furthermore, their reverse translational research elucidated the mechanism by which the addition of immunotherapy enhances the efficacy of chemotherapy.
Kanazawa University
10 Jun 2026
New “GMBU” procedure reveals band structures in finite, curved nanomaterials, linking nano‑ARPES and theory for next‑generation device design.
Hiroshima University
09 Jun 2026
Rhodoliths may look like small rocks on the seafloor, but they're actually living algae that create habitats for marine life and contribute to long-term carbon storage. A new study found that the deeper ‘low-light’ waters off Japan's Tanegashima Island harbor a surprisingly distinct and diverse community of these ‘living pink rocks,’ including four species completely new to science.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
09 Jun 2026
Researchers at the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS) have developed a real-time data assimilation system that substantially improves streamflow and flood forecasting accuracy across Japan.
The University of Osaka
09 Jun 2026
Researchers from The University of Osaka, SEC, and Juntendo University have developed quantum multi-programming auto mode, a function that automatically runs quantum programs from different users in parallel. Implemented in OQTOPUS and launched on QIQB’s quantum computer cloud service, the system reduces idle qubit resources, improves throughput, and may help ease congestion in quantum cloud computing.
Osaka Metropolitan University
09 Jun 2026
Pinpointing associated factors that contribute to injury in older adults
Lingnan University
09 Jun 2026
Does a depressive mood inevitably lead to more pessimistic thinking or over-analysing? A global meta-analysis, the largest of its kind examining the relationship between a depressive mood and reality judgment, co-conducted by the Department of Psychology at Lingnan University has found that the key lies in the nature of the judgment. Overall, individuals in a depressive mood generally make more accurate judgments when handling self-referent tasks or complex issues requiring deep analysis.
Kanazawa University
09 Jun 2026
Researchers at Kanazawa University, in collaboration with Diamond and Carbon Applications (Germany), have developed a buried-growth process for nitrogen–vacancy (NV) centers in diamond using microwave plasma chemical vapor deposition (MPCVD). By employing nitrogen-radical selective etching, which simultaneously enhances metal-mask durability through nitridation, the team enabled a continuous etching–growth sequence within a single MPCVD process.
Hiroshima University
08 Jun 2026
Hiroshima University researchers say a newly proposed three-step “detour” pathway for making dolichol, a molecule cells need to properly process proteins, may be more universal than scientists realized. Experiments in yeast suggest eukaryotes may rely on overlapping biochemical pathways, including the evolutionarily conserved “detour” and evidence of a possible “backup route,” to produce a molecule essential to life.
Kanazawa University
08 Jun 2026
In the context of global decarbonization, reducing energy consumption in the building sector is an urgent issue. We have developed a next-generation building energy evaluation model that combines rule-based symbolic AI computing with VR technology. This model enables real-time visualization and simultaneous evaluation of the energy-saving effects and indoor thermal comfort during the design stage of a Zero-Energy Building.
Tohoku University
08 Jun 2026
Exciting new research at Tohoku University’s Advanced Institute for Materials Research (WPI-AIMR) explains how to transform decades of scattered literature data into design rules for catalysts.
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
08 Jun 2026
- Lecture under the theme “Beyond Connectivity: AI-RAN, 6G, and the Future of Intelligent Network Infrastructure” on June 4th
- Inviting a top expert with extensive experience in both academia and industry, including serving as an IEEE Fellow and vice president of Samsung Electronics
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
08 Jun 2026
- Proceeds from the “Cherry Blossom Day” tree-planting event were used to donate KRW 5 million for children with cancer
- About 550 loaves of handmade bread were delivered to facilities for vulnerable children and the elderly in celebration of Family Month
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
08 Jun 2026
- Recruiting companies for the “2026 Emerging Tech Global Launchpad” program until June 19
- Providing full-cycle support for global growth, such as overseas PoC, investment strategy, and linkage with international conferences
- Expanding the technology startup ecosystem based on the Daegu–Gyeongbuk region, the central region, the Honam region, and the southeastern region
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
08 Jun 2026
- Professor Yu Seong-woon’s team identifies a novel role of the “p53” gene that controls chronic stress-induced brain disorders
- Successful prevention of depression and memory impairment using the anticancer drug “RITA”: a novel concept of mental disorder treatment is expected
- Published in “Autophagy”—the world’s leading academic journal in the field of autophagy
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
08 Jun 2026
- DGIST was selected as the lead R&D institution for the “2026 Nano and Materials Technology Development Project: Infrastructure Development (Fab Advancement),” organized by the Ministry of Science and ICT and the National Research Foundation of Korea.
- Development of process technologies, equipment stabilization, enhancement of MPW and foundry services, and strengthened technical support for industry-academia-research institute cooperation
National Taiwan University
08 Jun 2026
By engineering a bismuth thin film / twisted bilayer MoS2 heterostructure, the research work achieved precise bidirectional electron confinement without any applied voltage. Moiré potential controls horizontal electron localization; Bi film thickness tunes vertical effective mass - switching electron configurations between a trimer and a Kagome-like arrangement. The voltage-free confinement mechanism offers a material foundation for charge qubits and ultra-low-power semiconductors.
The University of Osaka
08 Jun 2026
Researchers at The University of Osaka have developed novel kirigami structures with periodic parallel inclined cuts. Stretching these materials longitudinally causes them to twist and rotate. Thus, these structures provide a mechanism for coupling tension and rotation. The mechanical deformation of these structures can be characterized in terms of a geometrical property, the chirality.
Osaka Metropolitan University
08 Jun 2026
Scientists found that certain chemical impurities, such as hydrogen and oxygen, help amorphous carbon form graphite-like, ultralow-friction interfaces under mechanical stress. The findings reveal how impurities can enable self-forming lubricating surfaces, offering a new strategy for designing durable, energy-efficient materials.
Sungkyunkwan University
08 Jun 2026
- Reductive sulfonamidation of ketones, previously impossible, was achieved using new 'diethylsilylium ion’
Sungkyunkwan University
05 Jun 2026
What happens when luxury brands known for exclusivity and prestige communicate with consumers through memes? Research suggests that luxury-branded meme ads are perceived as funnier and generate stronger social media sharing intentions because consumers view the combination of luxury brands and memes as unexpected.
Kanazawa University
05 Jun 2026
Patients with stroke undergoing inpatient rehabilitation differ in how sedentary time accumulates and changes over one month.
Ateneo de Manila University
04 Jun 2026
PHABCON 2026, advanced research on human-animal bonds as pathways to healing, care, and connection.
Singapore University of Technology and Design
04 Jun 2026
A study co-led by an SUTD researcher has developed an AI-powered deep-learning framework trained on experimental data rather than simulations, enabling faster and more accurate design of light-controlling nanostructures.
Lingnan University
04 Jun 2026
Wrinkles or dents appearing on material surfaces are often regarded as signs of damage or deformation.
Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo (UTokyo-IIS)
04 Jun 2026
Researchers from Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo analyzed Nankai Trough seafloor displacement data, detecting previously unknown variations in the locking strength between tectonic plates
Springer Nature
04 Jun 2026
A new paper in Nature finds that previously unrecognised group of young worker honeybees are responsible for engineered microenvironments that have a critical role in queen development.