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<\/p>\nExplore how cutting-edge medical research is being transformed into practical healthcare solutions at this week\u2019s Thursday Gathering. Featuring researchers from Kurume University, the program highlights innovative technologies, functional foods, and wellness solutions designed to address some of society\u2019s most pressing health challenges.<\/p>\n
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Date and Time:<\/strong> Thursday, June 18, 2026, 16:00 to 20:00 16:00 – 16:50 Participants will also have the chance to sample a high-protein food product already on the market and expected to see growing demand in the years ahead.<\/p>\n Join the conversation and discover how healthcare innovation can move from research to real-world impact.<\/p>\n 16:00 – 20:00 17:00 – 17:15 Organized by Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka<\/strong> Explore how cutting-edge medical research is being transformed into practical healthcare solutions at this week\u2019s Thursday Gathering…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30292,"featured_media":178050,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[],"class_list":["post-178048","event","type-event","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","location-chuo-ku","location-fukuoka-city","event-type-community","event-type-seminar","en-US"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event\/178048","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/event"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/30292"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=178048"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/178050"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=178048"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=178048"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nLocation:<\/strong> ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 6F SKY LOBBY
\nAdmission:<\/strong> Free (registration required)
\nRegistration & details:<\/strong> Event website<\/a> (Japanese)<\/p>\nEvent Highlights (In-person only):<\/h3>\n
\nKurume University Takes on the Challenge of Better Health and Real-World Implementation<\/strong>
\nAs Japan\u2019s population continues to age and stress-related health concerns grow, extending healthy life expectancy and preventing lifestyle-related diseases have become increasingly important. In this session, researchers from the Kurume University School of Medicine will introduce innovative approaches to disease prevention, diagnostic technologies, novel functional foods, and devices designed to improve sleep quality.
\nAttendees can explore exhibition booths showcasing products at various stages of development, from commercially available innovations to prototypes nearing completion. The session also offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with researchers, exchange ideas, and learn how advanced academic research can be translated into practical solutions for society.<\/p>\n
\nNetworking (All Day)<\/strong>
\nNetworking is at the heart of every Thursday Gathering. Throughout the event, participants can connect with entrepreneurs, researchers, innovators, and community members in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
\nComplimentary beer or soft drinks (up to three per person) will be available. This is also a valuable opportunity to meet speakers and guest presenters, continue conversations sparked during sessions, and discover potential collaborations.<\/p>\n
\nHow to Enjoy Thursday Gathering<\/strong>
\nNew to Thursday Gathering? This interactive introduction explains how Venture Caf\u00e9 Fukuoka\u2019s signature weekly event works, the community\u2019s mission, and the value of building meaningful connections across industries and sectors.
\nHeld every Thursday, this session is recommended for first-time attendees and anyone interested in becoming more involved in the Venture Caf\u00e9 community.<\/p>\n
\nLanguages: Japanese and\/or English (varies by session)
\nAll sessions are in-person only. Pre-registration required via the event website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"