Celebrating 50 Years of the ME Lecture Series with a Commemorative Symposium

Commemorative Symposium for the 50th Anniversary of the ME Lecture Series

Tokyo Denki University, under the leadership of President Tadahiko Irabayashi, will host a commemorative symposium on March 23, 2026, at 13:30. This event celebrates the 50th anniversary of the ME Lecture Series, established in 1977, and will take place in a hybrid format at the Tokyo Senju Campus in Adachi, Tokyo, accommodating both in-person attendees and online participants via Zoom.

As part of the celebrations, the university will introduce the "ME Research Collaboration Lab," which aims to foster collaborative research among researchers, medical institutions, and private companies in the field of Biomedical Engineering (ME). The symposium serves as an excellent opportunity to highlight this new initiative and the upcoming anniversary events planned throughout the year.

Event Details

- Date and Time: March 23, 2026, from 13:30 to 17:50
- Location: Tokyo Denki University, Tokyo Senju Campus (100th Anniversary Hall)
- Capacity: 100 attendees (registration required on a first-come, first-served basis)
- Online Participation: No limit on participants; pre-registration is still required
- Participation Cost: Free
- Registration Link: Register Here
- Application Deadline: March 16, 2026, at 17:00
- Contact Information: Tokyo Denki University Research Promotion and Community Engagement Center

Phone: 03-5284-5230
Email: [email protected]

Symposium Highlights

The symposium will include special lectures by prominent speakers in the field:

- Guest Address
- ME Research Collaboration Lab Overview

Presented by Ichiro Sakuma, Special Professor at the Institute for Advanced Research.

- Keynote Speech: "Possibilities of Collaboration Between Nursing and Engineering"

by Gojiro Nakakami, Professor at the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Medicine.

In addition, various presentations will cover topics such as:
1. Research on IoT Platforms: Achievements and Future Directions
Presented by Akihiko Ueno, Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
2. Technologies for Promoting the Development and Use of Medical Devices
by Akihiko Honma, Professor in the Department of Electronic Information and Biomedical Engineering.
3. Collaboration Between Engineering and Rehabilitation: Practical Examples
by Jun Inoue, Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
4. Plans for a Next-Generation Biomedical Engineering Research Base in Collaboration with QST Takasaki
by Toshiyuki Yaguchi, Professor in the Department of Electronic Information and Biomedical Engineering.
5. New Modalities and Treatments Through Comprehensive Research Approaches
by Kazuaki Muramatsu, Professor in the Department of Life Sciences.
6. Manufacturing Experience Programs Based on Practical Problem-Solving
by Kenta Kuwana, Professor in the Department of Advanced Mechanical Engineering.

The event will also feature poster displays and demonstrations showcasing the latest research in the field of Biomedical Engineering from faculty members.

The ME Lecture Series - 50 Years of Academic Excellence

The ME Lecture Series has been an integral part of Tokyo Denki University's offerings since its initiation by Professor Masafumi Sakamoto, the university's second president, in 1977. This public lecture series connects medical engineers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss the latest advancements and future trends in healthcare and welfare technologies.
In 2026, the series will celebrate its 50th iteration, marking a significant milestone that reflects the university's commitment to innovation, research, and community engagement in the biomedical field. This anniversary will see the introduction of the ME Research Collaboration Lab, designed to facilitate collaborative research and foster partnerships beyond the university.

For further details on the ME Lecture Series, visit the official page.