# 【Report】Coffee Event with Prof. Hideo Ohno – An Inspiring Dialogue on Leadership, Research, and the Future of Tohoku University

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2026 Activity Reports

2026.01.22（Thu）

# 【Report】Coffee Event with Prof. Hideo Ohno – An Inspiring Dialogue on Leadership, Research, and the Future of Tohoku University

On 14 January 2025, the Tohoku University STEM Network (TUSTEM) \
hosted a special Coffee Event featuring Prof. Hideo Ohno, the former President of Tohoku\
University and a world-renowned physicist in the field of spintronics. The event provided\
students with a valuable opportunity to learn directly from Prof. Ohno’s extensive\

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In his talk, Prof. Ohno reflected on his tenure as President of Tohoku University and shared\
insights into the major milestones achieved during that period. A central highlight of his\
presentation was Tohoku University’s selection as the first university under "University for\
International Research Excellence", a significant national recognition that reflects the\
university’s strength in research, innovation, and global competitiveness. He also discussed\
the strategic direction of Tohoku University, emphasizing its commitment to advancing\
cutting-edge research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and nurturing the next\
generation of researchers and leaders.

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Following the presentation, the event continued with an open dialogue session, where\
participating students actively engaged with Prof. Ohno through questions and discussion.\
Students asked about his experiences as a student and researcher, his career path, and the\
key decisions that shaped his journey to becoming President of Tohoku University. The\
discussion also touched on leadership, decision-making, and navigating important career\
choices. Prof. Ohno’s candid and thoughtful responses offered valuable perspectives for\
students who are currently building their own academic and professional paths.\
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TUSTEM would like to express our sincere gratitude to Prof. Hideo Ohno for taking the\
time to share his experiences and insights with us. We also thank all the students who\

Prepared by a TUSTEM leader, Jason F. Nyoto

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:   Yumiko Watanabe\
    Professor & Coordinator of the FGL Program\
    Global Learning Center\
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