Final candidate for inaugural president of National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo
The Joint Meeting for Selection of Head of National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo (hereinafter "the Joint Meeting") decided on June 18, 2024 to nominate Naoto Ohtake, currently Professor and Director-General of the Institute of Innovative Research, Tokyo Institute of Technology, as the final candidate for the inaugural president of National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo. The term of office shall be for three years and six months, starting from October 1, 2024 and ending on March 31, 2028.
A request for formal appointment will be submitted to the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
The Joint Meeting also decided to establish the position of provost at National University Corporation Institute of Science Tokyo, in order to strengthen its management and operation system.
Comments from Naoto Ohtake
I am deeply honored to have been selected as the president-elect of Institute of Science Tokyo, set to open its doors on October 1, 2024. Our joint efforts to unite the rich histories and cultures of two esteemed institutions are underpinned by the convergence of the medical, dental, and engineering disciplines under one unifying concept — science. Science Tokyo will form an open community of vitality and goodwill, where faculty, staff, students, and other members work hand in hand with society to envision a better, brighter future. We will rise to the challenge of pioneering new academic fields and industries, addressing urgent societal issues such as infectious diseases and the shift towards carbon neutrality. Let us embark on this exciting journey to build a dynamic and compassionate university that strives for excellence and positive impact.
