Hitotsubashi University Research Strategy
On July 17, 2024, we proudly announce our “Hitotsubashi University Research Strategy”.
Hitotsubashi University Research Strategy
July 17, 2024
Approved by Education and Research Council
Leading the Revision of Social Sciences in Japan: Bridging Towards a Sustainable Future
Advancing cutting-edge research built on a strong foundation
- We will play a leading role in advancing and significantly elevating the level of social science research in Japan to a global scale by utilizing our strong research foundation, established through years of leadership in social science and humanities research in Japan.
- We will promote the integration and co-creation of the humanities and sciences from a social science perspective by enhancing collaboration between the newly established Graduate School of Social Data Science and the existing faculty, aiming to establish a new academic field that transcends traditional boundaries.
- We will promote interactions and collaborations with various domestic and international research institutions, including those in medicine, science, and engineering, to promote interdisciplinary research.
Establishing a diverse and inclusive academic community of excellence and an international research network
- Recognizing the diversity of academia, we will create an inclusive academic community of excellence.
- We aim to connect world-class researchers and conduct collaborative research by expanding the Hitotsubashi Institute for Advanced Study (HIAS) as a hub within the international research network.
- We will create an environment wherein young researchers can dedicate themselves to their research, fostering a vibrant research community that serves as the foundation for enhancing and developing research capabilities.
Development of personnel to translate cutting-edge research outcomes into societal impact
- We aim to develop researchers capable of bridging pioneering research results to address diverse social issues and drive value creation through industry-academia-government collaborations, not only in Japan, but also globally.
- We will support the activities of faculty and students that contribute to enhancing practical value, such as the social implementation of research results and entrepreneurship.
- We will develop methodologies to foster research personnel capable of innovating academic systems and promoting pioneering research, as well as management personnel capable of solving social issues and creating value.
