Ryosuke Ohniwa

　Hello. I’m Ryosuke Ohniwa, associate professor at the Faculty of Medicine at University of Tsukuba (UT). I am a principal investigator of the laboratory of Integrated Study on Health Information. We aim to provide solution and value to health issues in the society by creating prototype concepts and/or products with trans-disciplinary or beyond trans-disciplinary approaches. My original areas of expertise are molecular biology, microbiology, bioinformatics, scientometrics, science philosophy and oriental thought.
　Recently, as the international trend toward globalization progresses, there is an urgent need for quality human resources that can contribute to and shape future society. To this end, there is a demand for our universities to nurture and produce such talented personnel that can deal with these changes in society by guaranteeing practical, quality education. Through the Global Innovation Joint-Degree Program, we aim to equip our graduates with the attributes needed to face ever-increasing global challenges by coordinating with our partners to offer an educational program that integrates areas traditionally separated in education: laboratory work and fieldwork; in-classroom and off-campus study; and R&D and business, among others. Indeed, we strive to offer the highest quality degree program by maintaining consciousness about what defines education and research, and how they should be carried out in university and higher education.

URL: http://trios.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/researcher/0000001682
Laboratory: http://www.md.tsukuba.ac.jp/basic-med/integrated-study/top_page_en.html

Norihiko Obayashi

　I’m Norihiko Obayashi at Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba. My research field is Cell Biology and Dermatology, and I am majorly subjecting research of pigment cells (melanocytes) that synthesize melanin in order to solve the matter under food and health-related problems. In these globalization days, not only international communication skills, yet intense intellectual curiosity and inquisitiveness are becoming increasingly important in various fields like in business and research. The GIP-TRIAD program, which cultivates these skills in three countries such as Japan, Taiwan and France, is a unique degree program and is one of the most distinguished programs dealing with global issues at the University of Tsukuba where promotes global and comprehensive education. We are aiming to cultivate human resources with a creative and productive imagination by solving fundamental problems over the world, including these three countries interdisciplinary and internationally, as well as by exploring individual research issues under the guidance of GIP-TRIAD faculties.

Tadachika Koganezawa

　My name is Tadachika Koganezawa from the Institute of Medicine of the University of Tsukuba. I'm a principal investigator of the Laboratory of Neurophysiology and conduct research targeting blood circulation and respiratory motor regulation to elucidate the body's homeostasis mechanisms by the brain.
　The University of Bordeaux and National Taiwan University, where the GIP-TRIAD students study, are significant members of the Campus-in-Campus consortium, the most important group of international partner universities of the University of Tsukuba, and have very strong ties with the University of Tsukuba through education and research. In other words, these three universities are very close friends. The GIP-TRIAD was established by taking advantage of this base and provides students with a global and practical educational curriculum using most of the close relationships between the three universities. The GIP-TRIAD will help you to develop your ability to approach and solve problems that transcend national boundaries.

Fabien Lombardo

　Bonjour! I am Fabien Lombardo, assistant professor from the Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Tsukuba. I have been working in France, England and now Japan as a plant scientist. In addition to providing a clear understanding and knowledge of today’s world agronomic and biomedical challenges, The GIP-TRIAD program is a great opportunity to meet, work and learn with foreign partners. Another exciting aspect of the program is that it makes room for innovation, allowing students to start their very own career path. I will be assisting and guiding students to make their training an enjoyable and rewarding experience, both at a personal and a professional level. I am looking forward interacting with enthusiastic and motivated students!

Yasuyuki Suda

　Hi, I’m Yasuyuki Suda from Faculty of Medicine at University of Tsukuba. I am working on the elucidation of biological phenomena and functions of microorganisms such as yeasts, which have been deeply involved in people's diet since prehistoric times.
　In the GIP-TRIAD program, students identify challenges related to food and health in modern society across Japan, Taiwan, and France, and work toward solving them by acquiring practical knowledge that integrates perspectives across countries and disciplines. We sincerely hope that through this exceptional program—learning together and gaining experience in diverse research and professional settings—you will carve out your own path and grow tremendously. We look forward to the day we meet at the University of Tsukuba!

Minako Okazaki

　I'm Minako Okazaki from the Institute of Medicine of the University of Tsukuba. I work in the Laboratory of Neurophysiology, researching how respiratory movements are regulated by neural networks in the brain.
　GIP-TRIAD is a truly unique program where students from diverse nationalities and academic backgrounds travel across three countries to learn about "Food and Health". Each experience — including moments of failure — gained through engagement with diverse disciplines and cultures will serve as a valuable opportunity for growth and learning. Envision the kind of society you want to help build and the roles you want to take within that society　and develop the skills necessary to make them a reality. I hope all GIP-TRIAD graduates will go on to become global leaders.

Misako Someya

　I am Misako Someya, a member of the administrative staff at the GIP-TRIAD Program.
GIP-TRIAD offers you the opportunity to spend two years in three countries (Japan, Taiwan, and France) with students from different cultural backgrounds, learning about "food and health" diversely and gaining valuable work experience.
　I am very happy to support you with daily problems and administrative matters so that you can concentrate on your meaningful and fruitful learning in order to play an active role in the world near future. I sincerely look forward to your awesome achievement and bright future!

Mika Iijima

　I am Mika Iijima, a member of the administrative staff at the GIP-TRIAD Program.
　The GIP Program is a unique and meaningful program that brings together the fields of food and health. Through this program, you will share valuable experiences with students from Japan, Taiwan, and France, and have the opportunity to develop the skills to succeed internationally.
　I am here to support you so that you can take part in the program with peace of mind. Please feel free to talk to me anytime. I am really looking forward to meeting you!