🔬 Okayama University at a Glance Series: Research

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Under the J-PEAKS initiative, Okayama University is growing as a core regional research university, driving change beyond traditional research hubs in Japan. Some of its main goals are:

🌱 Clean energy through artificial photosynthesis

👵 Well-being for all generations in an aging society

👩‍🔬 Stronger research by investing in people and facilities OU’s research excellence is also reflected in its global impact, as multiple fields rank in the world’s top 1% with strong performance in clinical medicine, engineering, and plant & animal science.

In Japan, OU ranks 14th overall for high-impact research and 5th in Plant & Animal Science. The university is also holding 489 patents across different field at both national and international level.