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Kyoto University Professor Susumu Kitagawa to Receive the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

On October 8, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced that to Dr. Susumu Kitagawa, Executive vice-president for research promotion at Kyoto University and distinguished professor at Kyoto University Institute for Advanced Study (KUIAS), will be awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.

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  • Nordic talks. april 2022
    Nordic Talks Japan: A More Equal Democracy - Women's Representation in Politics

    The Nordic countries consistently ranking at the top of the GenderGap Index is a result of various policies and reconstructions over many years.

  • Exhibition: Pioneer the Possible
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    Exhibition: Pioneer the Possible

    Coinciding with COP26 in Glasgow, the exhibition “Pioneer the Possible” will be shown at the Embassy of Sweden in Tokyo. Starting 2 November, the Embassy’s exhibition hall will be open to the public on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10.00-12.00.

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    No One Left Behind – Trust and Inclusion in the Digital Age

    Nordic Talks Japan is a series of four hybrid events to share inspiration on how to take action on sustainability issues in our everyday lives. Discussions will be held between some of the brightest minds from the Nordics and Japan to inspire people to tackle the challenges and act towards a sustainable future.

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