Key concepts of the campus plan
The campus master plan revolves around the goal of establishing a highly-original, internationally-oriented and "best-in-the-world" graduate university. The three basic concepts for the plan are:
Technology Balanced with Environmental Harmony
The campus is home to hundreds of land and marine species that live in the area. Environmental concerns are taken into account to preserve the natural treasure. Special consideration for the summer heat and typhoons are also taken into consideration. State-of-the-art IT infrastructure is installed throughout the campus to help create an innovative research environment for researchers. Computing facilities provide general purpose computing resources as well as exotic architectures selected to provide a significant impact on scientific discovery.
Interdisciplinary Collaborations
In order to promote integrative research activities, a three-dimensional lab-design model is employed. It will encourage cross-collaboration between disciplines. Buildings are compactly designed to enable easy vertical transfer between floors. In order to enhance communications among researchers and between researchers and students, the Village Zone, including common areas, is being established. In addition, service amenities such as shops, a childcare center, clinic, and sports facilities will be located on the campus. The campus design promotes cultural exchange and events to be jointly held by the Institute and local communities.
Industry Cooperation and Networking
In order to pursue world-class research and education of science and technology in Okinawa, cooperation with first-class research institutions and universities in Japan and overseas is important. In order to facilitate this objective, special consideration is taken into account to secure spaces for research and lodging for visiting professors and exchange students, as well as spaces for international symposiums and workshops. Moreover, in order to contribute to the development of the self-sustaining economy on the island, collaboration with industry is indispensable. The campus design aims to enhance cooperation with industry including joint research and collaboration with corporations, as well as commercialization of research for future development.
