The fifth Kyushu U Connect event explores the many ways insects influence daily life, science, and technology. Held at Kyushu University Nishijin Plaza, this afternoon of bilingual presentations and discussions features researchers and students examining topics ranging from pest management and pathogen control to design engineering and edible vaccines. Following the talks, participants can join an open discussion session with the speakers.
Presentations
• The “Mushi” that Infect Insects: The Curious World of Microsporidia
Prof. Chisa Yasunaga-Aoki (Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Bioresource Sciences)
• Lessons in Craft and Design from the Insects Around Us
Toko Kitamura, Kaito Nakagawa, Nagito Imamura, and Shunta Amino (Kazuya Saito Lab, School of Design)
• Tiny Insects, Big Health: From Insect Factories to Edible Vaccines
Prof. Jae Man Lee (Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Bioresource Sciences)
• Friend, Foe, or Future? The New Age of Insect Innovation
Brian Blumberg (M2, Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Science)
Evan Chan (B2, School of Agriculture)
Kyushu U Connect
- Jul. 12, 2026 (Sun) 13:00~17:00
- Venue: Kyushu University Nishijin Plaza
- Capacity: 120 people
- Admission: TBA
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- Venue Information
- Inquiries: Kyushu University Public Relations Division / Tel: 092-802-2131 / Email: sysintlkh@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp