ANNOUNCEMENT
WPI-Bio2Q Newsletter “Bio2Q Connect” Vol.2, Issue 13 Released
January 29, 2026
WPI-Bio2Q Newsletter Vol2, Issue 13
Credits: WPI-Bio2Q
WPI-Bio2Q has published the latest issue of its newsletter, “Bio2Q Connect” (Vol. 2, Issue 13, January 29, 2026). This issue covers a broad spectrum of activities, from high-level scientific seminars on single-cell multi-omics to strategic initiatives for university internationalization and DEI, as well as outreach programs designed to inspire future scientists.
Key Topics in This Issue:
Seminar by Dr. Masahiro Kanai: A report on groundbreaking research using large-scale single-cell multi-omics data from the FinnGen cohort to map regulatory cascades in immune diseases.
Strategic Growth (JAFSA Training): Insights from the JAFSA University Internationalization Management Training Program. Bio2Q is developing action plans to foster intercultural sensitivity and advance internationalization within the university.
Research Introduction (Series #11): Featuring Dr. Joaquim Caner (Bio-1 Core), who discusses his work on illuminating the “dark matter” of the gut microbiome through synthetic chemistry and metabolic flux analysis.
SpringX CHO School Online Lecture Series: Announcement of a special three-part online series starting this February. Topics include synapse repair, the fusion of AI and quantum computing in life sciences, and 3D imaging of living cells.
DEI Survey Results: Sharing the findings of a recent Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion survey. With an average satisfaction score of 4.0/5, Bio2Q is committed to further improving career transparency and bias awareness.
Inspiring the Next Generation: Introducing the Booklet Series for Young Readers, featuring interviews with PIs Dr. Kaoru Hida Leong, Dr. Takanori Kanai, and Dr. Oltea Sampetrean tailored for middle and high school students.
The full newsletter is available in PDF format by clicking the image below.
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