UBE and Tohoku University to establish the Co-creation Research Center for future driven technologies
Last update on Jan 19, 2026
UBE Corporation and Tohoku University have established the "UBE x Tohoku University Co-creation Research Institute for Future Driven Technologies " (hereinafter "Co-creation Research Center") within the Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Advanced Materials (IMRAM), Tohoku University and commenced operations on January 1, 2026.
Targeting advanced materials for high-growth sectors
UBE has established a management policy to further strengthen its corporate R&D to create new specialty businesses. The establishment of the Co-creation Research Center, a measure to further promote collaboration with universities, is part of this management policy.
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By combining Tohoku University's world-class research capabilities and extensive track record in industry-academia collaboration with UBE's advanced technical capabilities cultivated in the field of specialty chemicals, we aim to create and socially implement innovative materials and technologies to address challenges in the life sciences, environment and energy, and electronics fields, where social demand is particularly high.
Furthermore, by fully leveraging the knowledge and experience of both Tohoku University and UBE, it will actively engage in the development of human resources who will lead the next generation.
UBE's mission for R&D is to "create next-generation core competencies that will drive UBE's future," and it is advancing strategic R&D. Through open innovation in collaboration with universities and startups, the company aims to create next-generation core technologies and respond to future needs, thereby generating new value in the field of specialty chemicals. By leveraging the Co-creation Research Center, it will explore and advance new R&D themes in the life sciences, environment and energy, and electronics fields.
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