[Cactus Communications, Inc.] Cactus announces winners of Editage Grant 2024, a grant program supporting young researchers in Japan
Cactus Communications Inc. Press release: September 26, 2024 Cactus announces winners of Editage Grant 2024, a grant program supporting young researchers in Japan ～A total of 7.5 million yen in grants will be provided to 20 people～
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https://www.editage.jp/blog/party2024/. Comment from Makoto Yuasa, Representative Director of Cactus Communications Japan Corporation and President of Korean Business Japan’s academic world still faces various challenges, including a lack of support for young researchers and employment issues. However, looking at the subsequent successes of past grant recipients, I feel that this Editage Grant has contributed in no small part to the development of academia. In addition, this year, the second year of the event, we received referrals from past participants, universities, and companies belonging to academia, and we received far more applications than last year. Based on this, I feel that this grant is being accepted and becoming widespread in academia. In addition to this grant program, Cactus is evolving into a system that can support researchers more broadly by utilizing experts and AI. In the future, we would like to continue to contribute to academia through various initiatives so that we are recognized as a “supportive company” for researchers. Editage Grant 2024 ( About https://www.editage.jp/grant) Young researchers face various difficulties in the process of building their careers, and it is rare that they do not receive sufficient support from those around them during this process. Through this support program, our goal is to enable promising researchers to become independent and demonstrate leadership while dealing with complex research environments. Following last year’s Editage Grant 2023, this year’s support program is the second, and five recipients will receive a grant of 1 million yen, which can be used to cover all expenses related to research
activities. . In addition, the grand prize winner will receive an additional grant of 1 million yen, for a total of 7.5 million yen. This fee can be used not only for writing papers, but also for research, travel expenses to attend conferences, purchasing goods, etc. Background of the establishment of Editage Grant Cactus, the world’s leading science communications and technology company, has launched operations in Japan. Editage, Cactus’ flagship brand, supports 500,000 researchers globally who publish approximately 2 million research articles in more than 2,000 academic journals through English proofreading, translation, transcription, and publication support services. I’ve been doing it. The Editage Grant was
established to support the careers of young Japanese researchers and promote their research activities. To further foster this academic research, Editage will provide selected researchers with opportunities such as workshops, seminars, courses, and one-on-one mentorship. 1 grand prize winner, 4 winners and 15 prize winners The names, affiliations, positions, research fields, and research summaries of the five Editage Grant 2023 awardees are as follows. Grand Prize Winner ・ Name: Natsuko Miyokawa University/Affiliated Institution: University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Law and Politics, Center for Business Law and Comparative Law and Politics Position: Specially appointed lecturer Research theme: Channel-Building Processes in Japan’s Post-War Asian Diplomacy Channel-building process in Japan’s postwar diplomacy with Asia “We are conducting a demonstration of the channel formation process in postwar Japan’s diplomacy with Asia. Utilizing government historical materials from multiple countries, personal historical materials, interview research, etc., we grasp the overall picture of Japan’s diplomacy with Asia from the perspective of diverse networks. By focusing on the existence of external channels, including the external activities of politicians in addition to official diplomatic channels, we aim to elucidate the multilayered nature of Japan’s foreign policy-making process and postwar diplomacy. Together, we will attempt to present a new perspective on Asian diplomacy that goes beyond the traditional framework of diplomacy between sovereign nations.” Grand Prize Winner ・ Name: Moeka Ishihara University/Affiliated Institution: Hiroshima University Graduate School of Medical Sciences Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Novel research in the new era leading to the exploration of the instability of Lisfranc joint for the prevention of foot athletes disorders in dancers and esthetic and education strategies A new era of research and educational strategies that will lead to elucidation of Lisfranc joint instability in dancers and aesthetic athletes “How does excessive stress on the feet caused by incorrect ballet techniques affect foot disorders in dancers?” We use ultrasound imaging equipment and three-dimensional motion analysis to address issues in the field of dance medicine. Using the device’s
synchronization system, we use a method to dynamically measure the mobility of the first tarsometatarsal joint during movement to challenge cases where hip external rotation technique, which is the basis of ballet, is insufficient. , compensate by overpronating the foot. They showed that when this compensation occurs, the mobility of the first tarsometatarsal joint increases, and that this joint mobility is increased in dancers with greater foot pronation. Load on the first tarsometatarsal joint may lead to joint instability and is expected to be a risk factor for hallux valgus. Understanding that, unlike sports athletes, she is an artist who pursues aesthetic beauty, she continues to conduct research aimed at providing proper education to dancers and building evidence in dance medicine in order to protect dancers from injury. Masu. ” ・ Name: Hana Tomoi
Universities/Institutions: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Nagasaki University Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Contextualizing Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination decision-making process among adolescent girls in Japan
Decision-making process for HPV vaccination among Japanese adolescent girls “In Japan, the vaccination rate for the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, which is effective in preventing cervical cancer, is low.The decision to vaccinate or not depends not only on individual knowledge and awareness, but also on the national government. Many factors come into play, including vaccine policies, information on the Internet, family opinions, social norms, and vaccination status of friends.This study provides a deep understanding of the vaccination decision-making process unique to adolescent girls and its influencing factors. For this purpose, we collected data using a mixed research method.We are currently analyzing the data and would like to make recommendations for improving vaccination rates based on the analysis results. ” ・ Name: VALENCIA, JOSEPH EVANGELISTA University/Affiliated Institution: Niigata University Graduate School of Health Sciences Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Detection of Schistosoma japonicum presence using environmental DNA technology Detection of Japanese schistosomiasis using environmental DNA technology “Despite continued efforts to eliminate Schistosomiasis japonicum in the Philippines, gaps still exist, including sensitive environmental monitoring tools to identify risk areas and disease transmission sites. To address this gap, we applied environmental DNA (eDNA) technology and built a system to detect Schistosoma japonicus DNA in the environment. By integrating scientific data, we can create comprehensive and accurate risk mapping to help reduce exposure of human and animal hosts in schistosomiasis endemic areas.” ・ Name: Kaoru Iwanaga University/Institution: University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Engineering Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Architectural Longevity Through Civic Engagement: A Historical Study of Norway’s Sustainable Building Practices History of the
establishment of Norway’s “citizen-centered building stock management” “The purpose of this research is to clarify how Norwegian culture has been formed, where citizens are actively involved in the maintenance and management of buildings in their daily lives.In Japan, housing is considered a disposable item for consumption. There is a tendency to treat buildings like property, which has become a social problem.On the other hand, in Norway there is a deep-rooted custom of viewing buildings from a long-term perspective and maintaining and improving their value. Through this research, we will explore what each of us can do to extend the lifespan of buildings and preserve their comfort and asset value. We also aim to provide hints for making Japan’s living environment more sustainable. ” Prizewinner ・ Name: Kazuo Kakinuma University/Institution: Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine Position: Assistant Professor Research theme: Creating a “brain map” tailored to each patient ・ Name: Kenji Sugita
University/Affiliated Institution: Iwate University Bioadaptive Function Laboratory Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Understanding the molecular mechanism of how the acclimation with freezing in overwintering plants. Elucidation of the molecular mechanism of acclimation with freezing in wintering plants ・ Name: Shinji Noguchi University/Institution: Hokkaido University Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Approach to noble metal substitution using metal nitrides with controlled optical properties ・ Name: Chia Fukushi University/Institution: Tohoku University, Graduate School of Science, Department of Chemistry Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Development of lithium-ion endohedral fullerene/transition metal composite molecules for visible-light-driven molecular switch Development of a molecular switch that exhibits conductivity in response to visible light ・ Name: Mitsue Ogawa University/Affiliated Institution: University of Tsukuba, Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences Position: Doctoral student Research theme: The study of Mental health literacy on high school students Research on mental health literacy of high school students ・ Name: Yuki Oi
University/Affiliated Institution: Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine Position: Visiting researcher Research theme: White Matter Hyperintensity as a Window into Brain Function Elucidation of functions of cerebral white matter using white matter lesions and clinical application at low cost ・ Name: Takashi Tsuda
University/Affiliated Institution: Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Establishing a framework for injury prevention in breakdancing Establishment of a system to prevent injuries and disabilities in breakdance ・ Name: Natsuo Okada University/Institution: Hokkaido University Graduate School of Engineering Department of Environmental Circulation Systems Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Identification of mineral species using hyperspectral imaging and machine learning Identification of mineral species using hyperspectral imaging and machine learning ・ Name: Manabe Issei
University/Institution: Nagoya University Graduate School of Education and Human Development Position: Graduate student Research theme: PhD student Beliefs about the costs of learning How to understand the cost you feel when learning ・ Name: Akiho Muramatsu University/Institution: Akita Prefectural University Position: Doctoral student Research theme: Animal welfare effects and environmental education effects of comparative cognitive science research at zoos Examination of the animal welfare effects and environmental educational effects of comparative cognitive science research in zoos ・ Name: Tomoka Kasai University/Institution: Tokyo University of Science, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Position: Part-time assistant professor Research theme: Analysis of lipolysis mechanism to enable treatment of cancer cachexia Analysis of lipolytic mechanisms for treatment of cancer cachexia Name: Nanae Fukushima University/Affiliated
Institution: University of Tokyo Advanced Science and Technology Research Center Position: Specially Appointed Researcher Research theme: Exploring Earth’s evolution through volatile components in mantle-derived rocks from early Earth Earth’s evolution explored from volatile components contained in mantle-derived rocks during the early Earth’s time ・ Name: NAM HYUNWOOK University/Institution: Tokyo University of Science, Faculty of Advanced Science and Engineering, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Information Engineering Position: Assistant Professor Research theme: Research and development of environmentally friendly lead-free piezoelectric ceramics Research on environmentally friendly lead-free piezoelectric ceramics ・ Name: Shuta Kikuchi University/Affiliated Institution: Keio University Graduate School of Science and Engineering Position: Specially Appointed Assistant Professor Research theme: Exploring Killer Applications of Quantum Annealing Machines for Solving Social Issues Search for killer applications of quantum annealing machines to solve social issues ・ Name: Le Hoai Phong University/Institution: Hiroshima University, Hiroshima University Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering Program Position: Graduate student Research theme: Electrochemical CO2 reduction development towards a Sustainable Future. Development of electrochemical CO2 reduction for a sustainable future Cactus Communications Makoto Yuasa Profile Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1978. After graduating from university, he moved to the UK and worked at the head office of Cactus Communications in Mumbai, India. He was involved in the establishment of a Japanese corporation and currently serves as the representative director of Cactus Communications Co., Ltd. He has long been involved in internationalization support projects for Japanese academia such as universities, research institutes, and academic societies, and currently oversees strategic global marketing and branding for the entire Cactus Group with a focus on Japan, China, and Korea. About Cactus Communications Co., Ltd. ( https://cactusglobal.com/jp/ ) Cactus Communications is a science communications and technology company founded in 2002. We specialize in AI products and solutions that improve research funding, publishing, science communication, and discovery. The company’s flagship brand, Editage, provides
comprehensive research solutions, including expert services and cutting-edge AI products such as Mind the Graph, Paperpal, and R Discovery. Cactus also operates in medical communications under the Cactus Life Sciences brand. Currently, we are a global company with offices in Tokyo, Princeton, London, Aarhus, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, and Mumbai, and employ more than 3,000 professionals. As a pioneer of best practices in the workplace, we have consistently been ranked as a Best Place to Work for several years. ・ Cactus Communications: https://cactusglobal.com/jp/ ・ Editage:
https://www.editage.jp/ ・ Paperpal: https://paperpal.com/ja ・ Mind the Graph: https://mindthegraph.com/science-figures/jp/ ・ R Discovery: https://www.editage.jp/r-discovery ・ Cactus Life Sciences:
https://www.cactuslifesciences.com/ ・ CACTUS Labs:
https://www.cactuslabs.io/