OIST Graduate University An Introduction to the OIST Graduate University

Okinawa is the location of a new graduate university in Japan OIST Okinawa is the site of a new graduate university, the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University. OIST has been established in the dawning decades of the 21st century to be a different kind of institution to serve the purposes of the emerging global, knowledge-based economy and interconnected world.

The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) World-class research and education Scientific advancement contributing to economic development All teaching and research conducted in English The mission of OIST is to conduct world-class research and education, and through scientific advancement to contribute to the economic development of Okinawa. The language of instruction is English (with support for those for whom English is a second language) and environment is strongly international, with over half of OIST students and faculty coming from outside Japan.

OIST Executives Executive Officers President and CEO: Dr. Jonathan Dorfan Former Head of SLAC (Stanford) Advisor or board member at Oxford (UK) Max Planck (Germany) Weizmann (Israel) Provost and Vice CEO: Dr. George Iwama Former President, UNBC Board of Governors 16 Members including 4 Nobel Laureates* Dr. Jerome Friedman*, Dr. Tim Hunt*, Dr. Ichiro Kanazawa, former Minister Koji Omi, Dr. Hiroko Sho, Dr. Susumu Tonegawa*, Dr. Kiyoshi Kurokawa, Dr Rita Colwell, Dr Hiroshi Komiyama, Dr Cherry Murray, Dr Vijay Raghavan, Dr Takeshi Yasumoto, Dr Akito Arima, Dr Torsten Weisel* Dr. Jonathan Dorfan, Dr. Robert Baughman　 To become a world leader in science and technology, we had to have excellent brains for the executives too. For our first president, we welcomed Dr. Jonathan Dorfan, who was a director of Stanford Linear Accelator center AKA SLAC at Stanford University in US. The Provost has been involved since the establishment of OIST promotion corporation is Dr. Robert Baughman, who came from National Institute of Health. In addition, our board of governors consist of worldly renowned people with 4 Novel Laureates. So we are privileged to draw on their collective wisdoms and the great experiences in setting up a kind of institution that will allow innovation to flourish and we provide an environment in which our talented students can reach their full creative potentials. 3

OIST: A Truly International Environment Professors Researchers Students 5

OIST Research Achievements 48 Faculty Members (As of Jan 2014) 356 Researchers, of whom 168 are non-Japanese from about 30 countries (As of Jan 2014) More than 49 joint research projects worldwide （FY2011) 443 research publications in （FY2011) 18 patent applications, 8 accepted (FY2011) 6

OIST Non-Departmental Structure

Research at OIST About 50 cutting-edge laboratories conducting research in a range of fields form the hub of the OIST Graduate University State-of-the-art laboratory buildings provide an outstanding environment for modern day research and education Individual laboratories are very well equipped for all research requirements Purpose-built to promote interdisciplinary interactions About 50 cutting-edge laboratories conducting research in a range of fields form the hub of the OIST Graduate University. Teaching is largely carried out in the laboratories where students will conduct their research. The newly completed laboratory buildings are state-of-the-art. Individual laboratories are very well equipped for all research requirements. These conditions ensure that students will have the opportunity to realize their full potential in their research project. Presentation Venue / Date & Time

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Graduate Education at OIST 5 year doctoral program Applications for 2014 admission now open

Study in the OIST Graduate School Interdisciplinary program leading to a PhD English language for teaching and research “OIST … established in the dawning decades of the 21st century to be a different kind of institution to serve the purposes of the emerging global, knowledge-based economy and interconnected world.” Dr. Charles Vest, President Emeritus of the Massachusetts Institute of Science and Technology. Keynote Address at OIST Inauguration Ceremony The OIST student intake will be small, focussing on the very best students who will flourish in an atmosphere of encouragement for discovery and innovation. The teaching method will be genuinely interactive with tutorial-style courses that are possible because of a high staff to student ratio. Based on a firm foundation in the basic sciences, special emphasis is given to promote education that is highly interdisciplinary. Support for those needing additional English language training.

OIST Program Features Small student intake ensures an excellent staff to student ratio Emphasis on creativity and exchange Customized curriculum for individualized education From the very beginning, students work side by side with world-class faculty and researchers in research units Participation in fields outside area of specialization is encouraged by rotation system We provide excellent conditions for thesis research. High quality advising during your thesis research is assured by low student to staff ratios. All our faculty members are leaders of cutting edge research groups. We encourage independence and excellence in research. Working with top researchers in well-funded laboratories, with state-of-the art facilities, and equipment will let you reach your full potential in research. We treat every student as an individual. We work with you to design your individualized program of studies, taking account of your uniqueness, to make the most of the stellar opportunities for graduate study available at OIST.

Integrated Five-year Program two years of pre-thesis training: three research rotations in year 1, thesis proposal in year 2 selected courses three years of thesis research students with BSc take 5 years to finish. students with MSc may finish in less time We provide excellent conditions for thesis research. High quality advising during your thesis research is assured by low student to staff ratios. All our faculty members are leaders of cutting edge research groups. We encourage independence and excellence in research. Working with top researchers in well-funded laboratories, with state-of-the art facilities, and equipment will let you reach your full potential in research. We treat every student as an individual. We work with you to design your individualized program of studies, taking account of your uniqueness, to make the most of the stellar opportunities for graduate study available at OIST.

OIST Grad Student Financial Support All students receive an internationally competitive support package, and on-campus housing. Financial support 2.4 million yen per year (paid as a research assistantship) 0.54 million yen tuition (paid by OIST) Housing at Student Rate Travel support for conferences . At OIST you will be able to concentrate on your research and studies without worrying about living costs, health care, and housing. We will take care of the practical needs for your life and study in Okinawa.

Student Career Development Professional Development course prepares students for positions in leading academic and industrial research laboratories Being at the hub of a global network provides visibility and opportunities to kick-start an international career in science OIST faculty connect students with researchers from other leading universities and research institutes in Japan and worldwide Facilitate global networking. We are at the hub of a global network. Our program is constantly enriched by visits from leading researchers from around the world, who participate as visiting faculty. We will help connect you with researchers from other leading universities and research institutes. Your visibility as an emerging researcher will help to launch your future career in science. global citizenship and now move around the globe studying or doing business in many different countries that present opportunities to them

Gap Period Program For students graduating in March (like many Japanese universities) who need to fill the gap until OIST classes begin in September Registered as an OIST PhD Student, and receive OIST support Residential intensive training at partner institutions English language for Japanese and other non-English speakers Japanese language and culture for non-Japanese speakers Laboratory placement to reinforce language training

Other Student Opportunities at OIST OIST International Workshops and Courses Research Internship Program 18

Apply for Admission Email study@oist.jp for more information Visit www.oist.jp for general information about OIST Visit groups.oist.jp/grad/admissions for application guide Important dates: Admissions now open for 2015 International applications close end November 2014 Domestic applications close end December 2014 Courses start in September Early start “Gap Period” options from April and beyond: Language Training Research Experience