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Okayama University Hosts the 8th 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

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Published Jun 16, 2026 12:03 PM ・ Updated Jun 16, 2026 3:25 AM ・ 14 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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On June 16, 2026, Okayama University hosted the 8th 'Kosou Nexus' meeting at its KIBINOVE (Creative Innovation Lab) on the Tsushima Campus.
Aimed at strengthening collaboration among J-PEAKS institutions, the event featured lectures from professors at Tokushima University, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, and Osaka Metropolitan University.
A total of 25 participants, including faculty, students, URAs, and research coordinators, engaged in active discussions on interdisciplinary photonics research.

On June 16, 2026, Okayama University hosted the 8th 'Kosou Nexus' meeting at its KIBINOVE (Creative Innovation Lab) on the Tsushima Campus. Aimed at strengthening collaboration among J-PEAKS institutions, the event featured lectures from professors at Tokushima University, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, and Osaka Metropolitan University. A total of 25 participants, including faculty, students, URAs, and research coordinators, engaged in active discussions on interdisciplinary photonics research.

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Published: Jun 16, 2026

June 16, 2026 Okayama University, National University Corporation

https://www.okayama-u.ac.jp/

◆ Overview

Okayama University, National University Corporation (Headquarters: Kita-ku, Okayama City; President: Yasutomo Nasu) hosted the 8th meeting of 'Kosou Nexus' at the Creative Innovation Lab (KIBINOVE: Kibinove) on its Tsushima Campus, following the 7th meeting. 'Kosou Nexus' is a research hub designed to connect researchers from diverse fields who utilize 'light' as a research tool, aiming to generate new research themes and applications.

This meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration among institutions selected for J-PEAKS (Program to Enhance and Promote Regional Core and Distinctive Research Universities). Multiple lecturers from Okayama University and external institutions were invited to deliver expert presentations and engage in active discussions. Open to the entire university community, the event attracted 25 participants, including faculty members, students, URAs, coordinators (industry-academia collaboration and academic research), and members from other research hubs.

The meeting began with an opening address by Professor Hiroaki Misawa, specially appointed professor at the Advanced Research Field (Fundamentals of Interdisciplinary Research), Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, who serves as the meeting's coordinator. Professor Misawa then delivered a lecture titled 'Artificial Photosynthesis and High-Sensitivity Spectroscopy Enabled by Quantum Coherence Strong Coupling and J-PEAKS Photonics Collaborative Research.'

Following this, Professor Akihiro Furube from the Institute of Post-LED Photonics at Tokushima University presented on 'Elucidating Electron Transfer at Nanomaterial Interfaces Based on Ultrafast Spectroscopy and Photofunctional Applications.' Professor Yoichiro Hosokawa from the Graduate School of Materials Science at Nara Institute of Science and Technology spoke on 'Medical-Engineering Collaborative Research Integrating Light and AI.' Professor Yasuyuki Tsuboi from the Graduate School of Science at Osaka Metropolitan University delivered a lecture titled 'Light Manipulation Chemistry: Controlling Nanomaterials with Light,' and Professor Chie Hosokawa from the same university's Graduate School of Science presented on 'Cell Function Control via Laser Perturbation.'

After each lecture, a Q&A session was held, enabling rich discussions between speakers and participants. During the subsequent open discussion, participants explored the potential for new collaborative research projects among J-PEAKS institutions, based on research seeds such as ultrafast spectroscopy, theoretical analysis, nano-processing, and bio-medical measurement. Following the meeting, a networking session was held off-campus, further deepening interactions among participants.

'Kosou Nexus' aims to grow as an open platform for exchange and co-creation, welcoming not only researchers working with light but all researchers who wish to 'take on new challenges' and 'connect across disciplines.' Please stay tuned for future activities. We also appreciate your continued support for Okayama University's initiatives as an open, regional core, and distinctive research university.

This announcement was originally published by Okayama University on May 27, 2026.

Scene from the venue and Professor Misawa delivering his lecture

Professors Furube and Yoichiro Hosokawa giving lectures

Professors Tsuboi and Chie Hosokawa giving lectures

The Creative Innovation Lab KIBINOVE (Kibinove), which hosted the event

About Kosou Nexus

◆ References

・Okayama University Vision 3.0 and Long-Term Vision 2050

https://www.okayama-u.ac.jp/tp/profile/ou-vision.html

・Okayama University Research University Declaration

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003808.000072793.html

・Okayama University Creative Innovation Lab (KIBINOVE: Kibinove)

https://www.orsd.okayama-u.ac.jp/kigyo/kibinove/

・Okayama University Organization for Research and Innovation Co-Creation

https://www.orsd.okayama-u.ac.jp/

・Okayama University Regional Core and Distinctive Research University Enhancement Program (J-PEAKS)

https://j-peaks.orsd.okayama-u.ac.jp/

・'Kosou Nexus'

https://www.orsd.okayama-u.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/kousou.pdf

◆ Reference Information

・[Okayama University] 1st 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003205.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 2nd 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003332.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 3rd 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003542.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 4th 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003747.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 5th 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003820.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 6th 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003839.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 7th 'Kosou Nexus' Meeting Held — Connecting Knowledge and the Future through Light: A Research Hub for Interdisciplinary Fusion

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003853.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 1st Meeting of 'AI-HPC Partners' — A Networking Space for Researchers and Technical Staff Wanting to Use AI and HPC (High Performance Computing)

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003704.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 2nd Meeting of 'AI-HPC Partners' Held — A Networking Space for Researchers and Technical Staff Wanting to Use AI and HPC (High Performance Computing)

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003752.000072793.html

・[Okayama University] 3rd Meeting of 'AI-HPC Partners' Held — A Networking Space for Researchers and Technical Staff Wanting to Use AI and HPC (High Performance Computing)

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004093.000072793.html

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FAQ

What is the 'Kosou Nexus' initiative?

A collaborative hub at Okayama University where researchers from diverse fields use photonics as a research tool to create new projects.

What was the main goal of the 8th meeting?

To strengthen inter-university collaboration among J-PEAKS institutions and explore interdisciplinary research opportunities in photonics.

Which universities participated in the meeting?

Professors from Tokushima University, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, and Osaka Metropolitan University joined Okayama University.

Where was the meeting held?

At KIBINOVE (Creative Innovation Lab) on Okayama University's Tsushima Campus.

What are the future plans for 'Kosou Nexus'?

To expand joint research and academic exchange, aiming to become an open, interdisciplinary research hub.

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