Meiji Yasuda Strengthens Joint Research in Health and Medical Big Data Analysis with Kyoto University's Okuno Laboratory
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- Meiji Yasuda Strengthens Joint Research in Health and Medical Big Data Analysis with Kyoto University's Okuno Laboratory
- Meiji Yasuda General Insurance Research Institute and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company will expand their joint research with the Okuno Laboratory at Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine starting in fiscal 2026. Through the development of health prediction models and 'Health Advice AI' using AI technology, they aim to promote health and improve QOL for local residents.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 5, 2026
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Meiji Yasuda General Insurance Research Institute and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company will expand their joint research with the Okuno Laboratory at Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine starting in fiscal 2026. Through the development of health prediction models and 'Health Advice AI' using AI technology, they aim to promote health and improve QOL for local residents.
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- Meiji Yasuda Strengthens Joint Research in Health and Medical Big Data Analysis with Kyoto University's Okuno Laboratory (June 5, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 5, 2026
Meiji Yasuda General Insurance Research Institute and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company will expand their joint research with the Okuno Laboratory at Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine starting in fiscal 2026. Through the development of health prediction models and 'Health Advice AI' using AI technology, they aim to promote health and improve QOL for local residents.
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Meiji Yasuda General Insurance Research Institute and Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company have been conducting joint research since 2022 with the Okuno Laboratory at the Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, within the framework of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) and Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) COI-NEXT program, promoted by Hirosaki University.
From fiscal 2026, the partners will expand the research structure and themes utilizing advanced technologies such as health/medical big data analysis and AI to further deepen their collaboration. This will strengthen the 'Ken-katsu Project' and 'Local Vitality Project' promoted by Meiji Yasuda, aiming to create new value for improving QOL tailored to individual health conditions and to maintain and promote the physical and mental health of regional communities through expanded health checkup events.
1. Future Joint Research Themes (Scheduled)
From fiscal 2026, research will be expanded focusing on:
- Research on models predicting future health conditions: Development of prediction models estimating future health status and risks using health examination results and lifestyle data.
- Research on upgrading QOL checkups: Research into mechanisms to enhance health awareness effects through prioritizing measurement items and predicting future health based on measurement results.
- Research on developing 'Health Advice AI': Development of advice content that supports lifestyle improvements and encourages health checkups according to individual health awareness and status.
2. Promotion Structure
These initiatives will be promoted based at the Hirosaki University COI-NEXT and the 'Meiji Yasuda × Hirosaki Univ. QOL Co-Creation Research Center' established on April 1, 2025.
From fiscal 2026, the partners will expand the research structure and themes utilizing advanced technologies such as health/medical big data analysis and AI to further deepen their collaboration. This will strengthen the 'Ken-katsu Project' and 'Local Vitality Project' promoted by Meiji Yasuda, aiming to create new value for improving QOL tailored to individual health conditions and to maintain and promote the physical and mental health of regional communities through expanded health checkup events.
1. Future Joint Research Themes (Scheduled)
From fiscal 2026, research will be expanded focusing on:
- Research on models predicting future health conditions: Development of prediction models estimating future health status and risks using health examination results and lifestyle data.
- Research on upgrading QOL checkups: Research into mechanisms to enhance health awareness effects through prioritizing measurement items and predicting future health based on measurement results.
- Research on developing 'Health Advice AI': Development of advice content that supports lifestyle improvements and encourages health checkups according to individual health awareness and status.
2. Promotion Structure
These initiatives will be promoted based at the Hirosaki University COI-NEXT and the 'Meiji Yasuda × Hirosaki Univ. QOL Co-Creation Research Center' established on April 1, 2025.
FAQ
What is the purpose of the joint research between Meiji Yasuda and Kyoto University?
The goal is to create value tailored to individual health conditions and promote regional health by utilizing big health data and AI technology.
What specific research areas are being expanded?
Expansion includes health status prediction models, upgrading QOL checkups, and developing generative AI-powered health advice.
When does this expansion begin?
The expansion will begin in the 2026 fiscal year (April 2026).