Next-Generation Research with AI: Strengthening Japan–Norway Collaboration

The Japan–Norway Research Alliance seminar brought together researchers and academic leaders to explore the latest developments in artificial intelligence and quantum technology in Japan and Norway. Discussions focused on opportunities for future academic and research collaboration between the two countries.

University of Oslo Rector Ragnhild Hennum, wearing a black jacket and the rector’s chain, welcomes a guest in a dark suit. They are joined by another man in a suit and a woman in black.

University of Oslo Rector Ragnhild Hennum welcomed Mr. Hajime Matsumura, The deputy head of mission of the Embassy of Japan, to the Japan–Norway Research Alliance seminar, together with Thomas Bondo Pedersen, Director of the Hylleraas Centre, and organising committee member and researcher Mithiko Atsumi.

By Michiko Atsumi, photo: Cathrine Strøm, UiO
Published Sep. 18, 2026

The seminar is part of the reseach collaboation between Japan and Norway

The event was opened by the Rector Ragnhild Hennum.of the University of Oslo, with Tomoko Nakamura, First Secretary at the Embassy of Japan, delivering the first keynote address. 

Several government funding agencies outlined the funds available in both countries.

The speakers in scientific program came from several universities in Norway, Japan and Sweden. They talk about their work in the field of AI and their exchanges with Japan.

Real participation on the topic Research with AI

Over seventy people attended the seminar: 

The seminar was held in the Life Science Building, which provides access to the best and most modern equipment required to conduct world-class research and innovation.

More than 40 people sitting togehter in the stairs that is wide and high.
Researchers and adminstrative staff came togehter to promote research alliance between Japanese research institutions, The Embassy of Japan, the Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science, Research Council of Norway, Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills, Innovation Norway, Norwegian Embassy in Tokyo, UiO and the Hylleraas Centre.

Japanese Refreshments and Networking

In the evening, people from JSPS NJAN and University of Oslo met for dinner at the at the residence of Japanese Ambassador, Akira Sugiyama.

Around 40 well-dressed people pose for a group photo, looking towards the camera and smiling.
Evening reception at the Japanese Ambassador’s residence.

Supports

  • Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS 日本学術振興会), Stockholm office
  • Direktoratet for høyere utdanning og kompetanse
  • Norges forskningsråd
  • Innovasjon Norge (Tokyo)
  • JSPS Norway Japan Academic Network
  • Universitetet i Oslo
  • Hylleraas-senteret

Organizers

Five people stand upright, looking proudly towards the camera. On the left is the Rector of the University of Oslo, wearing the rector’s chain.
From left: Rector of the University of Oslo Ragnhild Hennum; Director of the Hylleraas Centre Thomas Bondo Pedersen; organising committee members Michiko Atsumi and Erikc Tellgren; and, on the right, The deputy head of mission, Mr. Hajime Matsumura.

Organising committee

Hylleraas Centre for Quantum Molecular Sciences, researchers Michiko Atsumi and Erik Tellgren. 

Tags: Reseach seminar, quantum technology, quante chemistry, Michiko Atsumi, Erik Tellgren
Published Sep. 18, 2026 9:05 AM - Last modified Oct. 30, 2026 5:03 PM
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