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Day 3 Plenary Sessions – Now Available on YouTube
Videos from the Day 3 Plenary Sessions of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting are now available on the STS forum official YouTube channel.
Revisit the discussions and perspectives shared by speakers from around the world, and explore the key issues shaping science, technology, and society.
Watch the sessions here:
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The 23rd Annual Meeting of the STS forum has successfully concluded.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all our esteemed participants and everyone who contributed to the success of this year’s meeting.
Over the past three days, we have shared perspectives and engaged in meaningful discussions exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping our future.
Thank you for being part of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting. We look forward to welcoming you again to the 24th Annual Meeting, to be held from October 3 to 5, 2027, in Kyoto!
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Day 2 Plenary Sessions – Now Available on YouTube
Videos from the Day 2 Plenary Sessions of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting are now available on the STS forum official YouTube channel.
Revisit the discussions and perspectives shared by speakers from around the world, and explore the key issues shaping science, technology, and society.
Watch the sessions here:
youtube.com/@STSforum
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This is the final day of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting.
Plenary Session 300 “Takeaways from STS forum Annual Meeting 2026”
What ideas and perspectives have stood out during this year’s Annual Meeting?
In this session, speakers shared their key takeaways from the discussions, highlighting the insights, questions, and perspectives that have resonated with them throughout the meeting.
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ALT Takeaways from STS forum Annual Meeting 2026
Special Buffet Dinner at Ninna-ji Temple
An evening of conversation and connection in the historic setting of Ninna-ji Temple in Kyoto.
Participants gathered for a special buffet dinner, enjoying the opportunity to connect beyond the conference sessions while experiencing the unique atmosphere and cultural heritage of Kyoto.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the STS forum Kyoto Support Committee for hosting this special evening and warmly welcoming our participants.
The STS forum Kyoto Support Committee:
• Kyoto Prefecture
• City of Kyoto
• Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Kyoto Convention & Visitors Bureau
A memorable evening bringing together participants from around the world.
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Session 203A
The Future of Science Diplomacy: Bump or Fork?
Is today's geopolitical strain a temporary setback for science diplomacy, or does it demand a fundamentally new model?
The session explored how rising geopolitical competition is reshaping the conditions for international scientific cooperation, and whether the traditional model of science diplomacy still holds or requires new approaches and actors.
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Session 202
Advancing Therapeutic Frontiers (Personalized Medicine)
How is personalized medicine reshaping the future of healthcare?
The session explored how advances in biotechnology, biomarker measurement, and genomics are enabling earlier detection and more individualized therapies, and how artificial intelligence is helping translate increasingly rich patient data into precise clinical decisions.
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Day 1 Plenary Sessions – Now Available on YouTube
Videos from the Day 1 Plenary Sessions of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting are now available on the STS forum official YouTube channel.
Revisit the discussions and perspectives shared by speakers from around the world, and explore the key issues shaping science, technology, and society.
Watch the sessions here:
youtube.com/@STSforum
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Session 201
Quantum Technologies
How ready are quantum technologies to move from promise to practice?
The session explored the evolving capabilities, limitations, and real-world readiness of quantum technologies, weighing their potential to solve complex scientific problems against emerging risks such as cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
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Session 200
Koji Omi Memorial Plenary Session: “Lights and Shadows of AI”
How can we harness the extraordinary potential of AI while addressing the risks and responsibilities that come with it?
The session brought together leading voices from research, academia, and industry to explore how AI is reshaping scientific discovery, innovation, and society, while addressing critical issues including safety, security, trust, governance, and international cooperation.
Reflecting the STS forum’s long-standing mission to strengthen the “lights” while controlling the “shadows” of science and technology, the discussion considered how trustworthy AI can contribute to innovation and broader public benefit.
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ALT Koji Omi Memorial Plenary Session: “Lights and Shadows of AI”
Official Dinner
The first day of the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting concluded with the Official Dinner, bringing participants together for an evening of conversation and exchange.
A highlight of the evening was Plenary Session 105: Fireside Chat: Pores of Possibility — Kitagawa and Yaghi on the Future of Molecular Architecture between Prof. Kitagawa and Prof. Yaghi, who shared their perspectives on the possibilities of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and their potential to address global challenges, from water scarcity to climate change.
The dinner offered participants an opportunity to continue conversations beyond the sessions and connect with colleagues from around the world.
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Session 104A
"Why Trust Science?"
How can trust in science and scientific institutions be strengthened—and, where necessary, rebuilt?
The session explored why trust in science must be earned and built over time, particularly as scientific knowledge evolves with new evidence.
Discussions highlighted the importance of listening, clear communication, and building relationships with diverse communities to strengthen public trust in science.
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Session 103
Transforming Education in the Age of AI
How should education evolve in the age of AI?
The session explored the opportunities and challenges AI brings to education, with discussions on responsible AI use, AI literacy, and the future of learning.
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Networking at the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting
Beyond the sessions, the Annual Meeting provides valuable opportunities for participants from around the world to connect, exchange ideas, and build new relationships.
A glimpse of networking on Day 1 in Kyoto.
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Session 101
A World in Transition – Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future
What does sustainability mean in a world undergoing multiple transitions at once?
The session explored sustainability from decarbonisation and energy security to economic growth, resilience, and technological innovation.
Discussions highlighted the role of science and technology in developing practical solutions, and the importance of collaboration in building a sustainable future.
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ALT Plenary 101 Paul Nurse Remarks
ALT Plenary 101 Masato Kanda Remarks
Opening Plenary Session: “Tectonic Shifts in Science, Technology, and Society”
The STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting has finally commenced in Kyoto.
STS forum Chairman, Hiroshi Komiyama, emphasized the need for a wholistic approach to interconnected global challenges and the importance of connecting knowledge across nations and disciplines.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered welcome remarks via a video message, calling for international cooperation to harness science and technology in shaping a desirable future society.
The Opening Plenary Session set the stage for three days of dialogue on the major shifts shaping science, technology, and society—and how we can navigate them together.
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ALT Opening Plenary Session Opening Remarks by Chairman Komiyama
ALT Opening Plenary Session Video Message From Prime Minister Takaichi
Participants from around the world have arrived at the Kyoto International Conference Center for the STS forum 2026 Annual Meeting.
Three days of engaging discussions, fresh perspectives, and exchanges on the future of science, technology, and society are now underway.
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