#Japan #Tokyo #MEXT #Research Development #Quantum Beam

Upcoming 33rd Meeting of the Research Development Infrastructure Committee

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) has announced the upcoming 33rd meeting of the Research Development Infrastructure Committee, which is set to take place on March 30, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format, combining both in-person attendance at MEXT's 15th-floor conference room and online participation.

Agenda Overview

The agenda for this important meeting includes several key topics:
1. Recent trends related to research development infrastructure.
2. Progress reports from the Advanced Research Development Infrastructure Strengthening Committee.
3. Updates from the Quantum Beam Facility Utilization Promotion Committee.
4. Evaluation of the Advanced Research Infrastructure Shared Promotion Project (non-public session).
5. Any other business related to the committee’s agenda.

Participation Details

Members of the public wishing to attend can register for observation until 5:00 PM on March 27, 2023. Registration can be completed through an online observation application form provided by the committee. Online access details will be sent to the registered email addresses prior to the meeting.

Moreover, all materials distributed during the meeting will be made available on the Ministry's website on the same day, March 30. Subsequently, the meeting minutes will also be published online for public access.

Contact Information

For any inquiries related to the meeting or the Research Development Infrastructure Committee, attendees may contact the Science and Technology Policy Bureau’s Research Environment Department at MEXT.

This meeting represents a significant opportunity for stakeholders to engage with ongoing developments in research infrastructure in Japan. As the focus on advancing research capabilities becomes increasingly vital for national progress, the discussions held here will surely resonate across multiple fields, contributing to the enhancement of Japan’s position in the global research arena.

Through this committee's efforts, MEXT aims to strengthen the foundation of research initiatives necessary to navigate the complexities of contemporary scientific challenges. Participants are encouraged to be part of the discussions and share their insights.