Keio University Human Biology-Microbiome-Quantum Research Center (WPI-Bio2Q) gave presentations at the 2026 Keio Mita-Kai Homecoming Day as follows.

Event Summary

* Event Name: The 2026 Keio Mita-Kai Homecoming Day – Bio2Q Special Lecture
* Date & Time: Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 12:00 – 15:00 (Session 1: 12:00~, Session 2: 13:00~, Session 3: 14:00~)
* Location: Keio University Hiyoshi Campus, Building 4, Block B, 2F, Room J24
* Language: Japanese
* Theme: “Building Future Health! Secrets of the Human Body and Gut Microbiome Explored by Bio2Q” —Pathways to Healthy Longevity Unravelled by Life Sciences, Quantum Computing, and AI—

◆ Speakers:

1. Oltea Sampetrean (Bio2Q Administrative Director, PI / Project Professor, Keio University Bio2Q / Tumor Biology)
2. Takahiko Koyama (Bio2Q PI / Project Professor, Keio University Bio2Q / Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence in Life Sciences)
3. Kunimichi Suzuki (Bio2Q PI / Project Professor, Keio University Bio2Q / Neuroscience & Structural Biology)
4. Yasumichi Arai (Bio2Q PI / Professor, Keio University Faculty of Nursing and Medical Care / Director, Center for Supercentenarian Medical Research / Geriatric Medicine, Healthy Longevity, Centenarian Research)

◆ Moderator:

* Junta Komamura (Bio2Q URA / Research Manager, Planning & Coordination, Keio University Bio2Q / Molecular and Cellular Biology)

Highlights & Outcomes

We had the honor of presenting Bio2Q’s research activities to 110 attendees and encouraged donations to Bio2Q.

A network has been established with the 40 individuals who registered as supporters, and we will exchange opinions moving forward to realize a healthy and longevity-focused society.

Event Atmosphere & Participant Feedback

The event welcomed attendees of all generations who listened with great interest to discussions on cutting-edge life sciences, quantum computing, AI integration, and supercentenarian research. Interactive segments, such as the quiz session, created lively engagement throughout the hall, with some visitors even staying to attend consecutive sessions back-to-back.

We received many warm and encouraging comments from the audience, including:

* “I’ve always been interested in quantum science but found it difficult to grasp. Learning about Bio2Q’s research was incredibly fascinating!”
* “I was amazed to see how extraordinarily small structures can be captured using electron microscopes.”
* “I attended last year as well and still use my Bio2Q tote bag. Please make sure to hold this event again next year!”
* “I got all the quiz questions right! / I got half right, but it was really fun!”
* “It’s wonderful to see so many international researchers actively contributing at Bio2Q. Keep up the great work, we are fully supporting you!”

Bio2Q will continue to engage with alumni, local communities, and the broader public to share our research findings in an accessible manner. We express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended!