Kumamoto University Adopts AI English Writing Support Tool 'Paperpal' to Strengthen Research Capabilities

Paperpal, an AI English research paper writing support tool provided by researcher support specialist Editage, will be introduced to National University Corporation Kumamoto University in May 2026. This introduction aims to enhance the university's overall research power and is expected to provide effective support for researchers who have gathered research data but face delays in publication due to busy schedules. Paperpal is an AI tool that provides real-time support such as accurate and context-appropriate English expression suggestions—extremely close to those of professional editors—AI-driven word reduction, and citation searches. The AI technology used in Paperpal is built by learning from published papers and the extensive editing expertise accumulated over 20 years by professional academic editors at Editage, an English editing brand. Target Institution: Kumamoto University Initial Number of Users: 300 Service Plan: Paperpal Prime Plan Initial Implementation Period: May 2026 to April 2027 (1 year) The following effects are expected through the utilization of this tool: - Securing research time - Improving productivity in English paper writing - Enhancing the quality of papers Through these, the university aims to strengthen its research power and its ability to disseminate research results. Furthermore, the introduction of Paperpal is expected to lead to higher acceptance rates in international academic journals and an increase in the number of papers published. Initially, the one-year utilization period will start with 300 targeted users. During this period, the usage status and support effects for researchers will be verified, and decisions regarding the continuation of the contract for the next fiscal year and beyond will be made based on the results and challenges identified. About Paperpal (https://paperpal.com/ja) Paperpal is a service brand provided by Cactus Communications (https://cactusglobal.com/jp/), a science communication and technology company. The AI technology in Paperpal is developed by learning from published papers and the editing know-how of professional editors. Using Paperpal allows users to receive real-time support such as accurate expression suggestions and rewrites close to a professional editor's check. About Editage (https://www.editage.jp/) Editage is a brand of Cactus Communications. Founded in 2002, it has supported over 3 million researchers in more than 2,000 fields in publishing their research papers through English editing, translation, and AI products, with approximately 2 million papers published. About Cactus Communications Inc. (https://cactusglobal.com/jp/) Cactus Communications, established in 2002, specializes in AI products and solutions for research funding, publication, and discovery. Its flagship brand, Editage, offers expert services and cutting-edge AI products like Mind the Graph, Paperpal, and R Discovery. Cactus also handles medical communication under the Cactus Life Sciences brand. It is a global company with offices in Tokyo, Princeton, London, Aarhus, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, and Mumbai, employing over 3,000 professionals.