University of Tokyo Next Generation Artificial Intelligence Research Center (AI Center)

Pursuing next-generation AI research and development to contribute to society through advanced, cross-disciplinary innovation.

About Us

Year Founded:

2016

Geography:

Asia

Address:

The University of Tokyo 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-8656, Japan

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Mission

To pursue next-generation AI research and development, fostering innovation across disciplines and contributing to society through advanced AI technologies and ethical AI deployment.

Impact

AI areas they serve

Areas of Focus

Next-generation AI research

Deep learning

Robotics

Natural language processing

AI and healthcare

AI governance

Cross-disciplinary AI applications

AI talent development

AI Impact Areas

Upcoming Goals

Advance next-generation AI research

Expand international collaborations

Contribute to Japanese and global AI governance

Develop AI applications across healthcare, materials science, and other domains

Milestones

2016: Established as the Next Generation AI Research Center at the University of Tokyo

Conducts cross-disciplinary AI research spanning deep learning, robotics, natural language processing, and more

Collaborates with industry partners on applied AI research

Publishes research at top AI conferences

Contributes to Japan's national AI strategy and governance discussions