What is RENKEI?
RENKEI is a new Japan-UK partnership to expand university and industry ties in the fields of science and technology. RENKEI was launched by the British Council at their ‘Going Global’ conference in March 2012. The intention is that the program will enable higher education institutions to engage more fully with economy and society. Twelve, research focused, UK and Japanese Universities will participate in the program to strengthen links with industry via knowledge transfer and research collaborations.
RENKEI means collaboration in Japanese and will allow universities to play a more central role in the economy and wider society, as well as equipping graduates with the skills to succeed in a global marketplace. The three key aims of the program are:
1. To develop future research leaders with the skills to lead collaborations between different disciplines and cultures
2. To facilitate the formation of active collaborations between participants to achieve tangible outcomes
3. To develop a sustainable network of researchers across Japan and the UK
Click here to read the full British Council press release issued for the project launch
The participating universities are:
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2013 program
In 2013 the program will be delivered in two parts. The first will be hosted by the University of Bristol in July and the second by Kyoto University in December. The theme for the 2013 program is Urban Sustainability and Resilience. More information can be found via the RENKEI website.
This blog will document the 2013 program from the perspective of the participants from the University of Southampton. We hope you find it interesting and informative, please feel free to leave comments or get in touch if you would like to know more.
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