University of Tsukuba

Research on exercise and cognitive function

3 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Slow running improves brain function and mood in short sessions

Research has increasingly identified a connection between physical activity and enhanced cognitive performance. A meta-analysis from the University of Taipei involving over 18,000 participants concluded that exercise imp

Japanese Imperial succession and Prince Hisahito

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Prince Hisahito turns 20, second in Japanese succession

Prince Hisahito, the nephew of Emperor Naruhito and second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne, has reached the age of 20. A biology student at the University of Tsukuba, the Prince has been expanding his official respon

Advancements in thermal management and solar energy systems

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: KIT researchers develop hybrid solar system for electricity, heating, and cooling

Researchers are developing new technologies to improve energy efficiency through advanced thermal management and solar integration. Initial developments from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and the Universit

University of Tsukuba longevity correlation study

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Japan study finds people can accurately estimate life expectancy

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba, led by sociologist Shohei Okamoto, have conducted a 28-year longitudinal study investigating the relationship between an individual’s predicted life expectancy and their actual l

Japan international student recruitment and education

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Japan accredits new university departments to boost international recruitment

Japan is expanding its role as a global hub for higher education. Data from the Japan Student Services Organization indicates the country hosted 336,708 international students as of May 1, 2024. The educational environme

Japanese university teacher training initiatives

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Japanese universities launch teacher and language instructor training initiatives

Japanese universities are implementing various initiatives to address staffing shortages in the education sector. Tokyo Gakugei University, working with Kobe Shinwa University and the NPO Teach For Japan, has launched a

Neuroscience research on memory retention mechanisms

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Brain research suggests memories persist despite significant synapse loss

Researchers from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology and the University of Tsukuba have identified a mechanism that allows for long-term memory retention despite significant loss of synaptic connections. By