Chiba Institute of Technology Signs University-Level Memorandum of Understanding and Student Exchange Agreement with NCKU
Written by NCKU Office of Internation Affairs. Image credit to NCKU News Center.
A delegation of Chiba Institute of Technology (CIT) led by Chair Osamu Setokuma of the Board of Trustees visited National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) to elevate the previously established college-level cooperation to a university-wide partnership, fostering long-term collaboration in academic and research fields. Potential areas of cooperation include semiconductors, networked robotics, and space science, and the two institutions signed a university-level Memorandum of Understanding and Student Exchange Agreement.
NCKU and CIT signed university-level Memorandum of Understanding and Student Exchange Agreement.
In his speech, the Executive Vice President Woei-Jer Chuang of NCKU remarked that the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding and Student Exchange Agreement between the College of Planning and Design of NCKU and Chiba Institute of Technology in March 2019 laid a solid foundation for academic exchange between the two universities. During Chair Osamu Setokuma's most recent visit in November 2024, the two universities explored new opportunities for cooperation, particularly in the fields of intelligent semiconductors, networked robotics, and space science. He expressed delight that discussions between the two institutions are becoming more concrete, leading to the advancement of the university-level student exchange program. He anticipates that future developments might also involve the exchange of professors, collaboration on startups, and joint research initiatives with industries. He mentioned that NCKU cultivates 10-15 new startups annually and enjoys a close and favorable partnership with the Southern Taiwan Science Park Bureau and industry leaders.
Chair Osamu Setokuma of the Board of Trustees, Chiba Institute of Technology stated that he did not anticipate the two universities to be able to quickly agree on a university-level Memorandum of Understanding and Student Exchange Agreement. However, both institutions acted swiftly, laying the groundwork for a broader partnership through small-scale projects. Chair Osamu Setokuma believes that universities have a vital role in a nation's development, which is why the institution has opted to collaborate with friendly countries and institutions. He looks forward to enhancing cooperation through joint research in different fields and to foster extensive exchanges, aiming to create strong communication channels that will remain stable regardless of personnel changes. He further expressed his delight in sharing that Chiba Institute of Technology ranked first in Japan for the number of university applicants in the most recent year, exceeding 160,000 individuals.
Group photo of the Signing Ceremony.
Chiba Institute of Technology was established in 1942 and is renowned for its strong research capabilities as Japan's second-oldest private university of technology. Its primary research areas include engineering, physics, chemistry, and environmental science, with notable research centers focusing on future robotics, planetary exploration, software technology and artificial intelligence, next-generation ocean resources, and mathematical engineering.
The delegation of Chiba Institute of Technology includes Chair Osamu Setokuma of the Board of Trustees, Executive Director Shusaku Maeda of the Board of Trustees, Vice-President Takahiko Saba for Education, Vice-President Toru Nagao for International Relations, Industry-Academic Collaboration, Regional Contribution, Director Kensaku Hata of Academic and Student Affairs Department, and Assistant Section Chief Hideo Tanaka of General Affairs Section. NCKU is represented by Executive Vice President Woei-Jer Chuang, Vice President Sun-Yuan Hsieh for International Affairs, Vice President Liang-Yi Hung for Student Affairs, Vice President Jian-Hong Wu for General Affairs, Dean Chin-Chun Tsai of College of Science, Vice Dean Yaw-Shyan Tsay of College of Planning and Design, Prof. Min-yuan Ma, the Head of Art Center, Deputy Director Ya-Tsui Ellen Hsueh of International Relations Division, Manager Nina Fu, and Manager Yuan-Yuan Sophie Cheng.
Provider:
NCKU News Center
Date:
2025-03-26
