The Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), together with the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, will hold the "1st ASEAN-NEXUS Symposium" and the "1st ASEAN-NEXUS Networking Forum" in Tokyo, Japan, on December 7-8, 2026.
Since its inception, Networked Exchange, United Strength for Stronger Partnerships between Japan and ASEAN (NEXUS) has supported more than 50 international joint research projects in a wide range of fields and has enabled two-way exchanges involving approximately 1,000 young researchers from ASEAN countries and Japan under the Young Talents Exchange and Capacity Development Program (Y-tec).
This Symposium and the Networking Forum provide a platform to present and share the achievements, progress, and research outcomes generated under NEXUS. It also seeks to strengthen research networks and facilitate meaningful exchanges that transcend disciplinary and research-area boundaries, with the aim of inspiring new collaborations and advancing international joint research projects.
Date & Time: (Japan Standard Time (JST), UTC+9)
December 7, 2026 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
December 8, 2026 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (On-site only)
Venue: Bellesalle Shinjuku Minamiguchi , Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku South Exit Bldg. 3F-4F,
(5-31-11 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan)
Eligible Participants: Open to all
Language: English (no interpretation provided)
Registration Fee: Free
Registration: Advance registration is required.
Please complete the registration form at the following link:
https://form2.jst.go.jp/s/ASEAN-NEXUS_Symposium
Registration deadlines: 5:00 p.m. JST on Friday, November 6, 2026
The link for online streaming will be provided later.
What is NEXUS ?
Networked Exchange, United Strength for Stronger Partnerships between Japan and ASEAN
NEXUS is a flexible and multi-layered cooperative framework, leveraged by the long history of science and technology cooperation between both sides with the opportunity of the "50th anniversary of friendship and cooperation between Japan and ASEAN." It is aimed to further strengthen the cooperative research relationship between Japan and ASEAN as partners in co-creating innovations in science and technology. The three schemes below are detailed approaches.
Lean more: https://www.jst.go.jp/aspire/nexus/en/index.html
About the Japan Science and Technology Agency
Our world faces unprecedented global challenges — such as climate change, energy crises, and emerging infectious diseases — that demand innovative solutions. JST will rise to these challenges through “Science and Technology,” as a national research and development agency that plays a central role in implementing Japan’s science, technology, and innovation policy. We support fundamental research and startups to create new value, develop R&D strategies, foster the next generation of talent, disseminate vital information, and manage the Japan University Fund. Like a compass guiding ships through turbulent waters, JST will chart the way towards a vibrant and secure future by empowering science through a multifaceted approach.