Your gift empowers OIST's students and researchers to pursue bold ideas, advance breakthrough discoveries, and create solutions that improve lives - from Okinawa to the world.
Invest in Discovery
Invest Where the Need is Greatest
The President's Fund provides flexible, unrestricted support that allows OIST to respond quickly to emerging opportunities, address evolving priorities, and invest where the need is greatest. Guided by the President, these gifts help strengthen the university today while preparing it for tomorrow.
Advance Breakthrough Discovery
The OIST Research Fund supports bold, curiosity-driven research across the sciences. From quantum technologies and artificial intelligence to marine science, climate, and human health, your gift helps researchers pursue discoveries with the potential to transform our understanding of the world and improve lives. Find out more about Research at OIST
Empower Women in Science
The Rita R. Colwell Impact Fund advances opportunities for women and girls in science. By supporting mentorship, leadership development, career advancement, and STEM education, the fund helps build a more diverse scientific community where talent can thrive. Learn more about the Rita R. Colwell Impact Fund launched to support women in science
Strengthen Research Excellence
The Shohei Suzuki Research Safety Fund honors the legacy of Dr. Shohei Suzuki by strengthening OIST's culture of research safety. Gifts support education, training, and initiatives that help ensure groundbreaking science is conducted responsibly and safely. Learn more about the Shohei Suzuki Research Safety Fund.