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Nobel laureate Kenzaburo Oe's manuscripts archived at University of Tokyo

National Feb 13, 2021

Nobel laureate Kenzaburo Oe's manuscripts archived at University of Tokyo

The works by the 86-year-old author consist of the manuscripts of his novels published since the 1950s as well as proof sheets.

Japanese scientists discover medical agent that could slow aging-related diseases

National / Science & Health Jan 16, 2021

Japanese scientists discover medical agent that could slow aging-related diseases

The discovery is expected to help improve the treatment and prevention of diseases such as arteriosclerosis and diabetes.

Japanese team develops cancer detector using mosquito's sense of smell

National / Science & Health Jan 15, 2021

Japanese team develops cancer detector using mosquito's sense of smell

The team aims to put the sensor, which can be created at low cost and is said to be highly accurate, to practical use within as little time as 10 years.

Japan-France team to develop paper sensor for COVID-19 detection

National / Science & Health Nov 24, 2020

Japan-France team to develop paper sensor for COVID-19 detection

A team of researchers from the University of Tokyo and the French National Center for Scientific Research will team up to develop the test kit.

Nobel laureate Koshiba, who proved existence of neutrinos, dies

National Nov 13, 2020

Nobel laureate Koshiba, who proved existence of neutrinos, dies

The scientist was awarded for his pioneering contribution in the field of astrophysics, having confirmed the existence of cosmic neutrinos.

Japan researchers show masks block coronavirus, but not perfectly

National / Science & Health Oct 22, 2020

Japan researchers show masks block coronavirus, but not perfectly

Japanese researchers have shown that masks can offer protection from airborne coronavirus particles, but even professional-grade coverings can't eliminate contagion risk entirely. Scientists at the University of Tokyo built a secure chamber with mannequin heads facing each other. One head, fitted with a nebulizer, simulated ...

University of Tokyo to issue ¥20 billion debt for post-pandemic projects

Business Oct 9, 2020

University of Tokyo to issue ¥20 billion debt for post-pandemic projects

The University of Tokyo said Thursday it will issue ¥20 billion ($190 million) worth of bonds next week to finance projects to address social issues following the coronavirus pandemic, becoming the first national university to do so. The issuance of "university bonds" to enhance research ...

A digital pivot at Japan’s universities: ‘A lot of us expected to have our worst semesters online’

Lifestyle Sep 20, 2020

A digital pivot at Japan’s universities: ‘A lot of us expected to have our worst semesters online’

by Spencer Cohen

The COVID-19 pandemic has complicated the fall term, leaving professors and students scrambling to adapt to shifting rules and digital education.

National / Science & Health Aug 31, 2020

Daiichi Sankyo's COVID-19 vaccine candidate selected by Japanese drug discovery body

Daiichi Sankyo Co. said on Monday that its mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate was selected for inclusion in a drug discovery program by the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development. The vaccine, known as DS-5670, was picked for the second round of AMED's program dedicated ...

University of Tokyo to sell bonds in first of its kind in Japan

Business / Economy Aug 24, 2020

University of Tokyo to sell bonds in first of its kind in Japan

The institution plans to make ¥20 billion of 40-year securities available in early October.

Record-low number of University of Tokyo students pass civil service exam

National Aug 21, 2020

Record-low number of University of Tokyo students pass civil service exam

The number of people from the University of Tokyo who passed the fiscal 2020 career-track civil service examination has dropped to 249, the lowest since fiscal 1998, when the data first became available, the National Personnel Authority said Friday. Although the prestigious national university had ...

Fears about the marriage market might deter Japanese women from attending Todai

Commentary / Japan Aug 19, 2020

Fears about the marriage market might deter Japanese women from attending Todai

by Kiho Muroga and Charles Crabtree

This gender imbalance represents a real national problem

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