委員長挨拶 / Greeting from the Chair

Imagine and Create the Future through Science

As scientists, it is of great importance that we take time to consider a broad range of social issues, carefully discussing competing views and available evidence, en route to forming our own opinions. In particular, we as young scientists must prepare vigorously to meet future demands. To accommodate this need, The Young Academy of Japan was established within the Science Council of Japan (SCJ) on November 4th, 2011, following a year and a half of planning.

We aim to promote active engagement among young scientists and SCJ collaborators—domestically, throughout Asia, and beyond—to encourage participation in global problem solving. Based on scientific evidence, we will analyze current issues and investigate solutions from interdisciplinary and international points of view. We believe that such activities will serve to energize Japan as a whole, thus preparing society to 'Imagine and Create the Future through Science'.

Please stay tuned for our upcoming activities!

December 5th, 2011

Shoji Komai, PhD