CONTENTS

01 Introduction 01-1 A Message from the President ...... 2 01-2 Chiba University Charter ...... 4 01-3 Chiba University Vision ...... 6 01-4 Chiba University Facts at a Glance ...... 8 02 Topic 02-1 Establishment and Reorganization ...... 11 02-2 Top Global University Project ...... 12 02-3 Institute for Global Prominent Research ...... 14 02-4 Strategic Priority Research Promotion Program / Leading Research Promotion Program ...... 15 02-5 Institute for Excellence in Educational Innovation ...... 21 02-6 Enhancing the University’s Participation in Global initiatives Support in Promoting Exchanges with Universities in Central and South America ...... 22 02-7 Frontier Science Program Early Enrollment ...... 23 02-8 Environmental ISO ...... 25 02-9 Inohana Campus High Functionality Initiatives and Inohana IPE ...... 26 02-10 “Center of Community (COC)” Program ...... 27 02-11 Promoting Regional Revitalization by Universities as Centers of Community (COC+) Program ...... 29 02-12 University Library / Academic Link Center ...... 30 03 Overview 03-1 Organization Chart ...... 32 03-2 Administrative Staff ...... 33 03-3 Number of Staff ...... 34 03-4 Number of Students ...... 35 03-5 Degrees Awarded / Employment After Graduation ...... 36 03-6 University Dormitories / International House / International Researcher Exchange in FY 2016 ...... 37 03-7 Sister Universities and Institutions ...... 38 03-8 International Student Enrollment ...... 45 03-9 Overseas Offices and International Exchange Centers ...... 46 03-10 Overseas Campuses and Centers ...... 47 03-11 International Support Desk (ISD) ...... 48 03-12 Double Degree Program ...... 49 03-13 Budget / Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research ...... 50 03-14 Joint Research Projects / University Fees ...... 51 04 Undergraduate 04-1 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences ...... 53 04-2 Faculty of Letters ...... 54 04-3 Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics ...... 55 04-4 Faculty of Education ...... 56 04-5 Faculty of Science ...... 57 04-6 Faculty of Engineering ...... 58 04-7 Faculty of Horticulture ...... 60 04-8 School of Medicine ...... 61 04-9 Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences ...... 62 04-10 School of Nursing ...... 63 05 Graduate 05-1 Graduate School of Education ...... 66 05-2 Graduate School of Nursing ...... 66 05-3 Graduate School of Science ...... 67 05-4 Graduate School of Engineering ...... 68 05-5 Graduate School of Horticulture ...... 68 05-6 Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences ...... 69 05-7 Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science ...... 70 05-8 Graduate School of Medicine ...... 70 05-9 Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences ...... 71 05-10 Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences ...... 72 05-11 Law School ...... 72 06 Center 06-1 Center for Environmental Remote Sensing (CEReS) ...... 74 06-2 Medical Mycology Research Center (MMRC) ...... 75 06-3 Center for Analytical Instrumentation ...... 75 06-4 Institute of Management and Information Technologies (IMIT) ...... 76 06-5 Center for Frontier Science ...... 76 06-6 Marine Biosystems Research Center ...... 77 06-7 Center for Frontier Medical Engineering ...... 77 06-8 Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences ...... 78 06-9 Biomedical Research Center ...... 79 06-10 Center for Forensic Mental Health ...... 79 06-11 Future Medicine Research Center (FMRC) ...... 79 06-12 Center for Preventive Medical Sciences ...... 80 06-13 Center for Regenerative Therapeutics ...... 80 06-14 Research Center for Child Mental Development ...... 81 06-15 Venture Business Laboratory ...... 82 06-16 Radioisotope Research Center ...... 82 06-17 Station for Academic-Industry Collaborative Research Promotion ...... 83 06-18 Safety and Health Organization ...... 84 06-19 Schools and Center Affiliated to the Faculty of Education ...... 85 06-20 University Library ...... 86 06-21 Academic Link Center ...... 87 06-22 University Hospital ...... 87 07 Access 07-1 Nishi-Chiba Campus ...... 89 07-2 Inohana Campus ...... 90 07-3 Matsudo Campus ...... 91 07-4 Kashiwanoha Campus ...... 92 07-5 Transportation Map ...... 93 01 01.1 A Message from the President 01.2 Chiba University Charter 01.3 Chiba University Vision 01.4 Chiba University Facts at a Glance

INTRODUCTION

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 2 2016/11/28 15:32:32 千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 1 2016/11/28 15:32:32 The history of Chiba University began 01-1. A Message with the founding around 140 years ago of the Chiba Normal School (the from the forebear institution of our Faculty of Education today) and the Chiba Public President Hospital (the forebear institution of our School of Medicine, Faculty of Pharma- ceutical Sciences, and School of Nurs- ing). The Chiba Public Hospital became the Chiba Medical College in 1923, and

2 CHIBA UNIVERSITY

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 2 2016/11/28 15:32:33 sity,” with 10 undergraduate schools to building the necessary administra- and 11 graduate schools. In 2004 Chiba tive and operational structures and to University reorganized itself under the further enhancing our management National University Corporation Act,

becoming reincorporated as a “national income This booklet and expenditure explains the profile. course of university corporation.” Chiba University’s development as well as the current state of its education and Turning to our education philosophy, research organizations and interna- our aim is to foster professionals who

“always aim higher” and who will tionalthe area exchanges. of education More it alsospecifically contains in tackle anything they do with integrity our undergraduate and postgraduate and a broad perspective. To that end we school admissions policy, as well as our are advancing strongly with programs policy on the conferment of degrees. to “internationalize” our education With regard to administrative and and research activities. We have put operational areas, this booklet contains in place a support system for Chiba

University students who undertake informationas our land holdings on our fixed and buildings;assets such overseas study as part of their course, our budget including the management and we have also established a learning expenses grants that we receive; and environment when students learn inde- our performance in securing competi- pendently. Lastly, in order to generate tive funds. I hope that this booklet both research outcomes that will contribute helps you gain an overall picture of to the better development of human Chiba University today and serves as society, we are vigorously promoting a tremendous resource for our further collaborative research projects with growth and development. partners from around the world.

Now that it has become a national then 1949 saw our re-launch as Chiba university incorporation, for the sake of University under the new, post-war Chiba University’s further growth, not - only are we strengthening our efforts

systemties. The of number education, of new with undergraduate five facul to secure competitive external funds as faculties and postgraduate institutes well as partnerships with different sec- that we added continued to grow along tions of the community, but we are also Takeshi Tokuhisa with Japan’s post-war recovery and building up our partnerships in the are- President of Chiba University rapid expansion in population, and as of education and research with other today Chiba University has developed universities, including from overseas. into a large “comprehensive univer- To that end we have actively committed

3

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 3 2016/11/28 15:32:34 01-2. Chiba University Chiba Charter

Chiba University Charter

This charter is guided by the univer- sity motto “Always Aim Higher.” Chiba University undertakes teaching and research to maintain, disseminate and advance knowledge. In its teaching Chiba University will seek to meet the interests of students, the needs of the community, and to foster generally the exploration and discovery of ideas and knowledge.

Always Aim Higher

4 CHIBA UNIVERSITY

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 4 2016/11/28 15:32:34 The Objectives of Chiba University

Ensure that students are supported 1in their studies, in a manner which maximizes their opportunity to reach their potential, through the provision of appropriate services and support mechanisms, including student mental and physical health, and welfare.

Based on the above principle, the Provide an academically rigorous 2education that meets international standards to ensure that our quali- maintain the spirit of freedom and university community shall firmly independence. We will actively seek continue to receive recognition from fications, our staff and our students ways of organizing and managing comparable institutions nationally and ourselves that best support our internationally. teaching and research. We will be open and alert to new opportuni- Ensure that the University is an active and respected member of ties, including collaboration and 3 the international academic commu- cooperation with other institu- nity, that opportunities for overseas tions, to further the role we play. students to study and to undertake We will participate actively in our research are increased, and that our local community and play our part an international perspective in their as critic and conscience of society students are exposed to the benefits of and will further the cause for peace studies and lives. and harmonious coexistence with Maintain and develop research and nature. 4creative activities of international standing in terms of both quality and productivity by promoting selected ar- eas in which excellence can be achieved while also protecting the rights and obligations of all academic staff to undertake research. Within this envi-

managed to resonate with and adapt to ronment the university will be flexibly the changing times.

5

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 5 2016/11/28 15:32:35 01-3. Chiba University Vision 2015-2021

6 CHIBA UNIVERSITY

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 6 2016/11/28 15:32:35 A future-oriented comprehensive university that stands out among others in the world!

Since Chiba University became an provision of strategic support in crea- ence. independent administrative institution tive research areas (which will be one in 2004, we have vigorously promoted of the university’s strengths), creation Innovation : Create innovation enrichment of liberal arts (universal) of next-generation innovation, autono- 3that will pave the way for the next education and internationalization mous study as independent individuals, generation in our educational activities in the and nurturing the development of next- . Promote and strengthen cooperative spirit of the university’s fundamental generation human resources who can research with industry aimed at creat- principle to “Always aim higher.” We play key roles in international society. ing innovation. have continued our tireless efforts to . Secure and exploit intellectual assets become a future-oriented comprehen- Global : Nurture the development for the application of research results sive university that stands out among 1of next-generation human resources in society. others in the world through the prac- who can play an active role in interna- . Nurture the development of human tice of creative education and research tional society. resources who will create innovation that will lead the world and by strongly . Put into practice education at world and reform organizations. promoting basic research and applied standards and nurture the devel- research at a world level while respect- opment of next-generation human Branding : Enhance Chiba Univer- ing diversity in learning. resources through the establishment of 4sity branding As the university approaches its third the Institute for Excellence in Educa- . Increase international trust through medium-term goal period commencing tional Innovation(IEEI) outstanding education and research. in 2016, we have formulated a univer- . Steadily implement measures to . Promote strategic PR activities. sity vision for this period to further achieve the rebirth of Chiba University . Strengthen partnerships with gradu- our development as a comprehensive as Global Chiba University. (including ates, the corporate world and society. university with teaching and research the Top Global University project, etc.) functions of the highest standard. We . Create research and education Synergy : Reinforce the cooperative will do this by accurately identifying centers by establishing international 5framework of faculty and staff various issues humanity faces due to networks. . Reinforce governance for strategic the rapid changes in society in Japan university management. and the world at large, by adequately Research : Promote the “Triple . Revitalize education and research determining the university’s strengths, 2Peak Challenge” in research activities through the utilization of characteristic features, and poten- . Provide strategic support for creative diverse human resources. tial based on achievement through next-generation research through the . Improve risk management systems. initiatives to date, and by effectively establishment of Institute for Global demonstrating superior research and Prominent Research. (IGPR) high-quality teaching capabilities the . Form a future medical research university possesses in solving various center for new therapeutics creation problems. through the Inohana Campus High At Chiba University, our entire univer- Functionality Initiatives. sity staff is united in its commitment . Promote integrated research beyond to realizing this vision through the the framework of humanities and sci-

7

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 7 2016/11/28 15:32:35 01-4. Chiba University Facts at a Glance

8 CHIBA UNIVERSITY

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 8 2016/11/28 15:32:35 9

千葉大概要英語版_01.indd 9 2016/11/28 15:32:35 02 TOPIC 02.1 Establishment and Reorganization 02.2 Top Global University Project 02.3 Institute for Global Prominent Research 02.4 Strategic Priority Research Promotion Program / Leading Research Promotion Program 02.5 Institute for Excellence in Educational Innovation 02.6 Enhancing the University’s Participation in Global initiatives Support in Promoting Exchanges with Universities in Central and South America

02.7 Frontier Science Program Early Enrollment 02.8 Environmental ISO 02.9 Inohana Campus High Functionality Initiatives and Inohana IPE 02.10 “Center of Community (COC)” Program 02.11 Promoting Regional Revitalization by Universities as Centers of Community (COC+) Program 02.12 University Library / Academic Link Center

10 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-1. Establishment and Reorganization

Reorganization of the Reorganization of the Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Engineering (Establishment of the Graduate School of Humanities and Studies on Public Affairs)

Chiba University intends to reorganize Based on the particular accomplish- expertise and nurturing next-genera- the Faculty of Engineering to foster the ments in education and research that tion global human resources who will development of intelligent, well-educat- distinguish the Graduate School of have a public-oriented perspective that ed individuals who will contribute to Humanities and Social Sciences, Chiba focuses on global and local societal society and highly skilled professional University will establish the Graduate issues and can solve issues that will individuals who have broad-based School of Humanities and Study of Public confront society in the future. knowledge, engineering expertise Affairs. This school will aim at cultivating and problem-solving skills on a sound Master's Programs Doctoral Programs foundation of natural sciences after Formation of Area Cultures Public A airs understanding diverse cultures, values Public A airs Social Sciences and societies, required to pursue the Social Sciences Cultural Sciences happiness and sustainable development Synthetic Cultural Studies of human society. Advanced Management Sciences Department of Humanities and Studies on Public A airs

Faculty of Engineering Department of Humanities

Department of Social Studies on Public A airs

Department of Architecture

Department of Urban Environment Systems Reorganization of the Graduate School of Science, Graduate School of Department of Design Engineering, and Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science

Department of Mechanical Engineering (Establishment of the Graduate School of Science and Engineering)

Department of Medical System Engineering Chiba University intends to reorganize outstanding academic backgrounds and Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering the Graduate School of Science, Gradu- deep expertise that will enable them Department of Nanoscience ate School of Engineering, and Graduate to comprehensively view and bring

Department of Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology School of Advanced Integration Science and establish the Graduate School of which is the foundation of natural Department of Image Science into harmony both the field of science, Department of Informatics and Imaging Systems Science and Engineering to train inno- vative, leading researchers and highly which will endeavor to solve problems science, and the field of engineering, professional human resources with of human society.

Faculty of Division of Fundamental Engineering Graduate Sciences School of Science Division of Geosystem and Biological Sciences Division of Mathematics Department of Architecture and Informatics Division of Architecture and Department of Urban Environment Systems Urban Science Division of Earth and Environmental Sciences Graduate Department of Design Division of Design Science Graduate School of School of Division of Advanced Science Science and and Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering Engineering Division of Artificial Systems Science Engineering Division of Creative Engineering Department of Medical Engineering Division of Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Division of Fundamental Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Engineering Department of Materials Science Graduate School of Division of Nanoscience Advanced Department of Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Integration Division of Information Sciences Science Department of Information Engineering

11 02-2. Top Global University Project

Chiba University: global leaders who understand Japan of entrance examinations, Inspiring Leaders with a and who can demonstrate the best New academic calendar, In- Global Perspective ternational standardization of the university education Japan has to offer to the world. In 10 future-oriented university represent- system years’ time (2023), we aim to become a ing the world. We are determined Transformation through to create a new university and will program reform: Nurture promote reforms to that end. innovative talent through a double major system Three abilities for a (TOKUHISA SCHOOL), selected for the Top Global University global leader Establish an early entrance In fiscal 2014, Chiba University was Project of the Ministry of Education, Considering that the global leaders of program called “Interna- Culture, Sports, Science and Technology the future should be educated with a tional Program” to study (MEXT) as a Type B (Leading Global) global perspective, we are designing overseas, Make interna- university. Through this project, MEXT educational programs to cultivate the tional Japanology a requi- 1intellectual abilities of forming an over- site, Introduce semester universities engaged in educational view, discovering new perspectives study abroad program for provides support to (1) outstanding research at an international level that are Japanese and international promoting internationalization through are fundamental to the development of students, Introduce Gradu- and finding practical solutions, which sweeping university reforms with a view such leaders. ate school double major and to improving Japan’s competitiveness in major/ minor program - Discovering Finding Forming ties playing a leading role in internation- new practical . Transformation through higher education and (2) global universi an overview alization of universities in Japan. perspectives solutions global network reform: Establish overseas campuses, formulated the “Global Campus Chiba promote alliance exchanges In April 2012, Chiba University had University” plan as its strategy for Four Reforms for the internationalization and launched vari- transformation of Chiba Chiba University’s own ous initiatives to make Chiba University University indicators and targets a university promoting worldleading . Transformation through 753+1 (Shici Go San plus Ichi) plan education and research and engaged in governance reform: global activities. In that same year, the Establishment of the College Chiba University was selected by MEXT 2 of Liberal Arts and Sciences, 700 subjects in English Establish a basis for inter- 3 in “Go Global Japan Project” which is professional education, Build as one of 11 universities to participate 50% of intake quota goes the project to promote programs in an organization supporting students) on overseas study (1,200 universities developing global leaders the operation of all facul- in Japan. Since then the university as a ties + introducing SULA accepted 3,000 overseas students whole has worked toward promoting (Super University Learning - the skipwise Program as an initiative of Administrators), Enhance 10% of intake quota admit this project. the natural ability of the ted by diversified entrance With the university’s selection for “Top teaching staff exams (240 students)

- . Transformation through Global University” by MEXT in 2014, we ers of the future should be educated Learning system reform: have reconfirmed that the global lead with a global perspective, and imple- Expansion of early uni- ment various initiatives to develop versity entrance, Variety

12 CHIBA UNIVERSITY on active learning. Introduction of the term various environments. system (six terms) for the Provides opportunities for commu- . Global Volunteer program: Students entire university in April 2016 nicating in English at English House; engage in various volunteer activities at provides information and support for Chiba University has introduced the NPOs and facilities in Japan and overseas study abroad. term system (six terms) for the entire as well as international organizations.

Provides opportunities to participate in Through the introduction of six terms, . Global Internship program: Students university starting from April 2016. international internship and volunteer we will promote various qualitative gain experience working at companies programs. improvements in education including and government agencies in Japan and establishing courses that are completed overseas. in one term (eight weeks). Likewise, we International Japanology will create a gap term, ensure students Other have ample opportunities for various International Japanology, which is part social experiences including overseas of the skipwise Program, is a liberal . Post Urban Living Innovation Educa- study, internships and volunteer arts program that enables students tion and Research Program (PULI) activities to encourage voluntary and to acquire well-balanced knowledge This program implements a next independent study. 3necessary for preparing them to play generation, practically-versed human active roles in global society. More than 4resources development program (Post Programs for Program) jointly in Japan and Central America, to develop superior human Developing Global Leaders 1,300 subjects are offered (as of 2016). . Gateway Subjects resources with practical experiences Let’s become international Japanese The introductory subjects of Interna- who will contribute to the future. with the same ease as skipping! tional Japanology which aim to promote In today’s world understanding of other cultures, reaf- . Continents Design Education Program where globaliza- (CODE) tion is progressing culture, and provide students with CODE conducted in partnership with firm students’ knowledge of Japanese at a rapid pace, basic knowledge required for studying American, European and Japanese 1 global leaders abroad. A large number of active learn- universities, aims to train global capable of acquiring advanced, ing subjects are offered. designers who will have the necessary

and communication skills and diverse . English Communication Subjects global stage. wellrounded proficiency in linguistic skills to operate in various fields on the cultural experiences and who can Students learn English through practice actively engage and make contributions as they engage in small-group discus- . Twin College Envoys Program in international society are necessary. sions on familiar topics led by a native (TWINCLE) English speaking teacher. These classes TWINCLE teams pairs of students, one aim to enhance students’ communica- from the Graduate School of Educa- In 2012, Chiba University was selected train such global leaders. skipwise is tion skills in English. tion and one from another graduate as one of 11 universities nationwide to Chiba University’s program for provid- school respectively, to conduct classes ing sup-port to students to enable them . Overseas Study Subjects in elementary, junior high and high Students aim to deepen knowledge schools in ASEAN countries. global leaders in the future. acquired in Gateway and English to play active roles in various fields as Communication subjects in an overseas . Plant Environment Designing Program What is the skipwise program? environment, who can choose from a (P-Square) wide range of short-term and long-term P-Square aims to train human resources study abroad programs (from a few who will be capable of managing “contributions of plants to the envi- Provides global programs of various ronment” through exchanges with weeks to 12months). lengths (number of years of study), . International Experience Subjects universities in other Asian countries. 2making use of early entry and early graduation options. and overseas, students improve their Through first hand experience in Japan language skills, communication skills, Provides “International Japanology” as and ability to conduct affairs as well as a liberal arts education program based

refine their skills to be able to adapt to 13 02-3. Institute for Global Prominent Research

Research Strategy of Chiba interdisciplinary manner and will give 2) Next generation Research Incubator University priority support to these projects. With a view to strengthening research and ensuring diversity, young research- Under the leadership of President Overview of the Institute for ers assume leading roles in projects Takeshi Tokuhisa, Chiba University is Global Prominent Research selected from research areas that cultivating globally excellent research have the potential to become a next- IGPR has divisions that promote research generation priority area. groups in the three areas of 1) the promoting “cultivation of globally excel- Each project has access to research humanities and social sciences, 2) science at two levels: 1) the Research Division for The university refers to these as the lent research groups and the formation resources strategically aggregated and engineering, and 3) life science. “Triple Peak Challenge” and is making of world prominent research centers in IGPR (employment of researchers, concerted efforts in these areas to create research instruments, research funds, innovation that will pave the way for the Research Incubator for nurturing the uni- lab-space, and securing of research based on this,” and 2) the Next generation next generation. At the same time, the versity’s prospective priority research time), and under the leadership of university is formulating a strategy to areas. A number of research projects are the President, research resources are foster researchers who will create assigned to these divisions. allocated based on the requirement of innovation (a request of society in general each group and the evaluation of the to national universities), and to contrib- 1) Research Division progress of the projects. ute to the continuous development of Top priority projects to be promoted In addition, IGPR aims to enhance Chiba wide variety of academic research that during the Third Mid-term Plan’s pe- University’s research capability by es- will form a basis for the integration of riod are selected by President from research areas and the creation of new the six “priority research areas” and tablishment of 3) the Young Researcher research areas. This strategy essentially assigned to the research division. Re- Division. The Management Division Fostering Division, and 4) Management aims at creating unique next-generation search Division aims the establishment evaluates and selects the research pro- research and strategically promoting it of world prominent research centers jects, conducts institutional research, through the Institute for Global Promi- and creation of innovation by: strategically aggregates and allocates nent Research. acceleration of research by par- the research resources, and practicing ticipation of the world’s top-class PDCA cycles. Establishment of the Institute researchers, for Global Prominent Research building a research network among internationally advanced research Chiba University established the centers. Institute for Global Prominent

“Formation of world prominent research centers” framework during the Third Mid-term “Creation of innovation” Research (IGPR) in April 2016 as a Plan’s period for the implementation of the research strategy and long-term ongoing creation of research groups Institute for Global Prominent Research Management Division with novelty, originality and potential, which will play a key role in research Research Division (frontier research) Evaluation at the university. IGPR will promote Selection research in strategic, priority research Assessment and Next Generation Research Incubator (Strengthen research & ensure diversity) selection through areas of the university, which were Research IR research areas through institutional Selection identified by analyses of various Distinctive Research at each faculties research (IR) and advanced, leading (incubating new research areas that will become research projects implemented in an strengths of the faculties)

14 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-4. Strategic Priority Research Promotion Program/ Leading Research Promotion Program

Strategic Priority Research 2) Leading Research Promotion fever, and food allergies occur mainly Promotion Program/ Program (projects selected by in mucosal tissues of the oral cavity Leading Research Promotion bottom-up approach) and of the digestive, respiratory, and Program This program aims to create research reproductive organs. Although existing groups that have the potential to injectable vaccines prevent these The Institute for Global Prominent become core research groups at the diseases from progressing to a severe Research (IGPR) is conducting the university in the near future. Strategic Priority Research Promotion In this program, IGPR accepts propos- protect our body from infection. The stage, they are unable to sufficiently Program and the Leading Research als for the creation of research cores vaccine, which we are trying to Promotion Program as tools for enhanc- and the plans for the prospective develop, is to prevent our body from ing research activities to realize the leading research by groups organized transmission of infectious agent itself cultivation of globally excellent research by young researchers engaging in world by increasing immunity in the mucosal groups and the formation of internation- prominent research, and provides vari- tissue, a gateway of viruses. When de- ally excellent research centers. ous supports for research resources. velopment of the vaccine is completed, Through this program, the university, 1) S trategic Priority Research which aspires to become a research- Vaccine in the world. it will be the first Next-generation Promotion Program (projects oriented university, strives to strength- We established a new collaborative selected by President) en and expand its research base, research center jointly at the University This program aims to form internation- enhance its strengths and uniqueness, of California, San Diego School of Medi- ally excellent research centers that will and ensure diversity by accelerating cine (San Diego Research Center) and become the core of research sustaining research, promoting international joint the Inohana Campus (Inohana Research competitive advantage and adding high research, and building international value for the university. research networks. Center) in April, 2016. In this program, multifaceted and intensive - support is provided for research groups ment of multidisciplinary integration International Center of We hold the threefold aims: 1) enhance belonging to the six priority areas speci- Excellence in the Mucosal and industry-university cooperation; Immunology and Innovative groups are selected as having strengths clinical trials both in Japan and the fied by President. These core research Allergy Therapeutics at 2) implementation of nationwide and originality as well as prospects Chiba University evidenced by world standard research IR. United States; and 3) development of Through this program, IGPR will The purpose of this project is to establish project will provide the world with new new treatment within 10 years. Our continually strengthen its research ca- “Mucosal Immunology and Allergy concepts and techniques in developing pability by producing highly evaluated Therapeutics” as a new research area, vaccines that enable people to stay free research papers, building a research where we conduct basic research and of diseases and live longer. We hope to network among internationally ad- development of new preventive and contribute to health promotion around vanced research centers, the promotion treatment methods for infectious the world, improvement of quality of international joint research, and the diseases, allergies and cancers based of life, and, ultimately, a reduction of acquisition of external funds, and will on mucosal immunological theory and healthcare costs. make efforts to form internationally techniques. Emerging and re-emerging excellent research centers. infectious diseases such as Ebola,

as allergies including asthma, hay pandemic influenzas, and AIDS as well

15 Establishing an international research institute for high-energy chirality (handedness) is universal in hadron astrophysics led by neutrino astronomy with the natural science, and it plays an impor- world’s most sensitive instruments and massive numerical simulations of cosmic dynamics tant role in a variety of fields. Optical vortices termed chiral lights project, a groundbreaking international exhibit a ‘chirality (handedness)’ joint experiment using glaciers in the determined by the direction of their South Pole as detectors. ICEHAP is the helical wavefronts. To date, they have only participating research institute been widely investigated in a variety from Japan. We are also participating in the ARA experiment, which is a super-resolution microscopes beyond of fields, such as optical manipulation, next-generation project specializing the diffraction limit, space-division in the detection of super high-energy multiplexing optical telecommunication, Experiment control room in the IceCube Lab, neutrinos. and quantum information. In recent a neutrino observatory at the South Pole The Division of Plasma Astrophysics years, we discovered that optical vor- At the International Center for Hadron undertakes numerical experiments. tices ‘twist’ materials such as a metal, Astrophysics (ICEHAP), we are at- A supercomputer is used to conduct semiconductor, and organic materials tempting to shed light on the sources of simulations of various hypotheses such to create ‘chiral’ nano-structures owing ultra-high energy cosmic hadrons and as how certain celestial bodies (which to helical wavefront transfer effects. the mechanism of particle acceleration will later become candidates for the Such material sciences and technologies through collaboration in neutrino Space Engine) that expel matter at high based on chiral lights is termed ‘Chiral detection and theoretical simulations speed spew out particles and radiate Photonics’. Chiral nano-structures of celestial activity phenomena. At light. Conducting simulations using the creation based on Chiral Photonics will present, parallel research projects are “K computer”, scientists at the univer- have potential to pioneer new technolo- underway in the Division of Neutrino sity will shed light on the environment gies, including chiral plasmonics, chiral Astronomy and of Plasma Astrophysics. where high-energy electrons are created. metasurfaces for use in the terahertz At present, however, the functions of region, nanoscale chiral chemical neutrino astronomy is a new method reactors, chiral selective imagers, Newly established in the 21st century, of studying the current state of the conducting advanced simulations. The and organic photovoltaic devices. existing computers are insufficient for ultra-high energy universe by gaining next-generation “Post K supercomputer” Optical vortices should also bring a insight into “neutrinos” that hold the is expected to be capable of simulating breakthrough to asymmetric synthesis, key to space exploration. Neutrinos an environment where neutrinos will and may further give the high impact have high penetration power without occur. In such an environment, ex- to biology so as to reveal the origin of any electrical charge, in fact the major- periments using the supercomputer for homochirality. ity of neutrinos will go through without simulations based on detection results leaving any trace. To detect particles obtained from IceCube observations Phytochemical Plant Molecu- with such rare interaction opportuni- will be possible. In this way, ICEHAP lar Sciences - is making efforts to enhance its role in tries are participating in the IceCube shedding light on the universe. ties, 48 organizations from 12 coun Structured lights pioneer next generation materials science

A chiral object is distinguishable from (cannot be superposed onto) its mirror image, and it exhibits different chemical A medicinal plant, red perilla and blue perilla (optical) properties from its mirror image. ‘Human hands’ are one of the “Phytochemicals” as survival strat- most familiar chiral objects. Chemists egy of plants have been eager to look for the ultimate A variety of chemicals produced by the methods to synthesize selectively only plants (phytochemicals) have been used right- (or left-) handed chemical com- for medicines, food, fuel, and such as positions. Biologists have spent their industrial raw materials. Therefore, we efforts to solve the mystery, i.e., ‘Why human beings are alive to be given the Left-handed Right-handed does the handedness exist in life?’ Thus,

benefits from the plants, but it does not 16 CHIBA UNIVERSITY sensor makes it possible to observe the to human beings when viewed from the - mean the plants providing the benefits plant side. Plants, as sessile organisms, tion, and make presumptions about the deflection of signals caused by occulta have developed mechanisms making a structure of the atmosphere based on wide variety of chemical constituents for their survival strategy in the course GAIA-II has circularly polarized how the signals are deflected. of evolution. These plant chemicals synthetic aperture radar (CP-SAR) with an enormous chemical diversity originally developed by Chiba Uni- exhibit a variety of biological activities, Ultrasound system for analyzing biological acoustic versity. It generates electromagnetic characteristics originally playing indispensable roles waves that draw circular polarization such as protection against predators precise and non-invasive diagnosis and along propagation path, receives and attracting insets for pollination. treatment. One typical example is the scattered microwave signals from the This is the metabolic phenotype of development of a system for non- ground surface, and observes crustal plants (phenotype (P)). This metabolic invasive, super-rapid intraoperative movements by processing images. This phenotype is the function of the whole lymph node diagnosis of breast cancer makes it possible to reduce various genome (G) of a given plant and the with ultrasound. In the conventional disturbance in the ionosphere due to molecular response in accordance routine, lymph node is dissected for changes in the position of the satellite, with the environment (E). Therefore, metastasis discrimination of breast and it is suitable for microsatellites for these three important elements are cancer. But this is a highly invasive observation at low angles of elevation. represented by a simple equation such way. We think that, using very high With a high degree of accuracy, CP-SAR as the following. frequency ultrasound, cell character- can also distinguish the position and istics in lymph node can be examined shape of the object on the ground Phenotype (P) and thereby pathological diagnosis is surface by taking advantage of the = Genome (G) × Environment (E) realized non-invasively. characteristics of its circularly polar- ized waves. This sensor can penetrate The basis of production of phytochemi- This project has an environment that through cloud, fog, or smoke and, being cals beneficial to human lives engineering and medical researchers Our research project aims to clarify tightly collaborate and conduct a wide a 24-hour all-weather type sensor is its genomic basis of production of phyto- range of researches from fundamental In this project, by combining the use of most significant advantage chemicals, their chemical structures study to preclinical and clinical test. GAIA-I and GAIA-II, we will investigate and activities, and their environmental Many state-of-the art equipment such the correlation between disturbances responses, by revealing the principles CT, MRI, US, endoscope, microscope in the ionosphere and crustal move- behind the chemical diversity and unity and apparatus for preparing pathologi- of plant metabolites. In addition, we cal specimens are also available for in the investigation of precursor of ments, and we will apply our findings shall apply the obtained knowledge to promoting the project. massive earthquake. the development of new pharmaceu- During the second Key Performance ticals and reagents, the development Center for Innovative Microwave Indicator period we succeeded in de- of health-functional food, production Remote Sensing veloping ahead of the rest of the world of industrial raw materials such as a small, lightweight CP-SAR capable cosmetics, perfumes and fuels. Chiba University is currently develop- of transmitting circularly polarized ing two microsatellites, GAIA-I and waves. Capitalizing on this achieve- “Multimodal Medical Engineering” GAIA-II, to observe crustal movements ment, the research center will promote that realizes noninvasive on a continental scale. The remote personnel exchanges of relevant re- diagnosis by fusion of medicine observation of objects from satellites is searchers in Japan and abroad in areas and engineering referred to as “remote sensing.” such as microwave sensor technology, The global navigation satellite system SAR image signal processing, and their In this project, “Multimodal medical radio occultation (GNSS-RO) sensor in applications, to realize microsatellite engineering,” we use several modalities GAIA-I will observe disturbances in the CP-SAR and microsatellite GNSS-RO such as CT, MRI and US to analyze the ionosphere of Earth. When the GNSS for observing the global environment variation of cell or organ due to disease satellite enters into the shadow of the and natural disasters, and operational by engineering technologies and Earth, the disturbance and density clarify its relationship. Based on the change of electron in the ionosphere The research center plans to complete networks by 2021. knowledge obtained there, we aim to causes the transmitterd signal to establish some new methods for highly CP-SAR for microsatellites by 2018 become slightly deflected. Using this and to launch the satellites from 2018 17 onwards. This will be useful in the with researchers from overseas. In the carbon dioxide or hazardous materials university’s and cooperating organiza- - by using sunlight, which is a natural en- tions’ monitoring of ground surface ergy, and water to generate power and last academic year of 2015, we organ Chiba Studies on Global Fair Society, on produce hydrogen, thereby preventing ized the first international symposium, annual change, and in monitoring global the theme of “migration, gender, and off degeneration of the global environ- changes of the order of a mere 1mm natural disasters including earthquakes, volcanic eruption, active faults, and are planning to organize the second and solar energy will also free us from the labor” on February 19 (Fri.), 2016. We ment. The efficient use of abundant landslides throughout the world. third symposiums in this academic year. issue of depletion of fossil fuels.

Research exploring “fairness Establishment of an energy The research will be conducted by four in the 21st century” in the system that does not emit - gahiro Hoshi and Masashi Nakamura, face of global “unfairness” any carbon dioxide or groups led by five people, namely, Na hazardous substances Kojima. Yasuo Izumi, Shiki Yagai, and Takashi developed countries of Europe, the U.S., Applying the world-class technology in The research will be carried out as In the latter half of the 20th century, and Japan made advances as redistri- controlling the atomic and molecular follows. bution states premised on economic arrangements and combining photo- Hoshi and Nakamura Group: This growth and realized a certain level of voltaic power generation, hydrogen group will supervise all of the research “equality” and social stability under generation that uses light to decompose groups. It will control surface atomic the welfare state system. Since the end water, and fuel cell that uses hydrogen and light, we aim to build an energy fuel cells, photovoltaic power genera- arrangements to enhance efficiency of structural changes, such as globaliza- system that departs completely from tion, and hydrogen generation, and of the 20th century, however, macro- tion, low economic growth, progress the use of fossil fuels. explore factors of enhancement of in deindustrialization, low birth rates Thermal power generation that burns and aging population, are calling for fossil fuels to generate power emits car- Izumi Group: This group will develop efficiency. reorganization of the existing welfare bon dioxide that causes the greenhouse unique photofuel cells that generate state system. Today, phenomena that effect. On the other hand, hydrogen is power using light and water. are regarded as “unfair,” not only of a clean energy that emits only water widening income gaps, employment when burned. However, hydrogen is Hoshi and Nakamura Group, this Yagai Group: In collaboration with instability, social exclusion, gender generated today mainly by reforming group will develop organic dye inequality, human rights violations, fossil fuels, emitting carbon dioxide in - environmental destruction, and that process. ible light from sunlight and increase molecules that efficiently collect vis collapse of regional communities that In this research, we aim to build an can be observed in Japan, but also of energy system that does not emit any generation and hydrogen generation. the efficiency of photovoltaic power increases in refugees and migrant foreign workers and serious cross- Photocatalysis for manufacture of hydrogen Photo fuel cell border environmental pollution, are rising as global issues. The welfare Photocathode lay emphasis on work-life balance and state model of the 21st century must should be “service-oriented,” support- ing the development of individuals’ At present potential through provision of care. In Electrically conductive glass substrate Electrically conductive glass substrate this model, “fairness” among individu- als and among groups that is premised Structures of titanium dioxide and metal nanoparticles are not shape-controlled on social diversity will be essential. This program directly addresses the global issues of “unfairness” that have been described above, and explores Photocathode how the new “fairness” can be for the future under the concept of the Synergy effect Electrically conductive glass substrate Electrically conductive glass substrate research on the future fair society, we “fairness in the 21st century.” In this will actively build a research network Shape-controlled of titanium dioxide and metal nanoparticles increase efficiency and output

18 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Kojima Group: Working with the other Formation of Integrated Research Center on Regenerative research groups, this group will develop, Systems and Diseases for practical application, technology for regulating the surface structures Goals of stem cell research: Regenerative medicine & Disease research of nanoparticles of titanium dioxide Regenerative medicine Disease research: tumorigenesis at atomic level. Nanoparticles of titanium dioxide provide the reaction - tion, photofuel cells, and hydrogen field of photovoltaic power genera manufacturing.

and Kojima Group are the world’s Hoshi and Nakamura Group, Yagai Group, leaders in technology to control surface Disease research: Cancer stem cells Disease research: Disease-specific iPS cells atomic arrangements of metal and titanium dioxide, technology to regulate the structures of organic aggregates, and technology to regulate the struc- tures of titanium dioxide nanoparticles, respectively. Izumi Group’s photofuel cell is exceptionally unique. Because Goals of stem cell research: regenerative medicine vs. disease research photofuel cell is portable, it is expected to have wide social application as a Stem cell research, with potential to of new methods of hematopoietic stem power source for mobile devises and expand into regenerative medicine cell transplantation therapies are outdoor use. It can also compete with and closely associated with various other power sources because of its diseases that arise from cancers and to radical treatment of severe heart expected to contribute significantly cost advantages of nonuse of platinum aging, has important implications failures and intractable hematopoietic, and silicon, making it a cheaper power for life sciences in general. Research immune, and metabolic diseases. The source. cross-departmental research system Collaboration among one-of-a-kind gaining much attention as a useful and global network that will be using disease-specific iPS cells is also researchers at Chiba University and technical approach to developing new established under this program will other distinguished researchers from treatment methods and drugs. Building reinforce a collaborative system for the world is expected to produce on this progress in stem cell research, disease research and development of outstanding research results. We will our research group aims to promote therapies and drugs, and are expected gather leading researchers not only regenerative medicine and disease re- additionally to stimulate joint research from Chiba University but also from search using the group’s own research with companies on drug development. the world to develop the world’s most approaches in stem cell biology and re- advanced energy system that does not generative medicine and to bring about rely on fossil fuels. the “formation of integrated research and disease research), Research Research Group 1 (tissue stem cells center on regenerative systems and diseases” on a global scale. therapy research), and Research Group Group 2 (organ regeneration and cell

The group’s research into regenera- research) independently promote 3 (disease-specific iPS cells and disease regenerative medicine and disease elucidating the etiology of diseases, for research from their respective vantage tive therapy is extremely beneficial in points of tissue stem cells, organ and developing therapies and drugs the first time for some of the diseases, from new angles. In particular, the use iPS cells. At the same time, the three regeneration, and disease-specific of patient-derived iPS cells will be an effective tool not only in the elucida- provide feedback on the results of joint groups will share their findings and tion of disease etiology, but also in the research, promoting research in this process of drug screening in new drug development. Moreover, research on hope to enhance and expand research disciplinary field as a whole. We also myocardium repair and development -

in this disciplinary field through col 19 laboration among the Chiba University Cancer Epigenome Center for Elucidation of Cancer and Center for Regenerative Therapeutics, Development of Small Molecules for Clinical Application of which Iwama is Director, the labo- ratories of Chiba University Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the clinical departments, the Center for Advanced Medicine, and the Clinical Research Center of Chiba University Hospital. The program builds an international network with the world’s three leading groups on stem cell research, namely, Kumamoto University/National Univer- sity of Singapore ‘s group on stem cell and regenerative medicine research, Development of small molecules to edit critical epigenetic aberrations in cancer the University of Tokyo (Institute of Medical Science)/Stanford University’s What is cancer? The cells that make stages of oncogenesis to heighten the group on realization of regenerative up our body have a store of encrypted subsequent risk of onset of cancer. medicine, and Kyoto University (Center information, which we need in order to for iPS Cell Research and Application)’s live, on the genomic DNA. When abnor- Cancers can be broken down into mality occurs to the encrypted codes, different types. For example, stomach research, which enables promotion of it could lead to a loss of important cancer can arise through bacterial group on disease-specific iPS cell joint research on a global level as well proteins or generate abnormal proteins infection or through viral infection, in as technical collaboration. that did not exist before. The resultant each case the epigenetic aberrations cells may proliferate abnormally or associated with the disease will be relocate in other parts of the body. This different. Therefore, we can categorize is what we know as “cancer.” Today, different types of cancers, elucidate comprehensive genomic analyses are how key epigenetic aberrations being carried out for various types accumulate, and develop drugs that of cancers, and new cancer drugs are can prevent such accumulations. We being developed based on key genomic rewrite the epigenetic aberrations that can also develop drugs that efficiently Cancers are caused by abnormalities have accumulated. Because the genetic abnormalities that have been identified. of genomic DNA as mentioned above DNA codes remain intact in epigenetic and also by epigenetic aberrations. aberrations, the cells can regain their Epigenome is attachments to genomic correct behavior if the epigenetic DNA. It can cause methylation of the

modifications can be repaired. In Japan, methylation, of histone proteins that one in two persons in their lifetimes DNA or modification, by acetylation or cancer is a major disease afflicting wrap the DNA. Each cell that makes up and causing deaths in a third of the a person’s body basically has identical population. We will promote elucida- genetic DNA codes. The epigenetic tion of cancers and development of new attachments, however, differ by types cancer drugs through collaboration of cells. These attachments mark the among experts in medicine, physics, genome and tell which genes should be and pharmacy. turned on and which genes should be turned off, so as to control the behavior of each cell. If there is abnormality in

be able to behave correctly, and this epigenetic modification, cells would not could cause cancer. In fact, epigenetic aberrations have been found in many cancers. For instance, epigenetic aberrations accumulate in the early

20 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-5. Institute for Excellence in Educational Innovation

Through the establishment of the in Educational Innovation in April the university’s internationalization of Institute for Excellence in Educational education and programs, and evaluating Innovation (Institute Manager: the President in governance. For the time initiatives. 2016 and strengthened the role of the President), we will establish new being, we will appoint the director in governance under the President and charge of education as the Institute In addition, we will appoint six centers under the leadership of the President. Leader (Institute Cabinet Head), who managed by four Vice Presidents under We will also establish mechanisms for will be responsible for managing the the Institute for Excellence in Education- self-improvement and development center’s personnel and budget, and we al Innovation Cabinet as organizations from undergraduate programs through will make efforts to achieve smooth for implementing educational reforms to graduate programs. Likewise, decision-making. and leading programs proposed by the we will make efforts to enhance the Furthermore, to facilitate the opera- Institute for Excellence in Educational international relevance of our educa- tion of the center, we will establish the Innovation Cabinet, and they will make tion by achieving global standards, Institute for Excellence in Educational efforts to implement educational and we will nurture the development Innovation Cabinet and include among reforms and provide support for study of next-generation human resources the members external human resources and student support. Through these through the delivery of world standard with a sound knowledge of higher edu- initiatives, we will establish PDCA cycles education. cation in other countries and forward- as an internal quality assurance system thinking education practices. We will for carrying out autonomous, ongoing To achieve our aspirations, we es- also introduce mechanisms for indicat- improvement in education and learning tablished the Institute for Excellence ing and giving advice on the direction of requested by all stakeholders.

President (Institute Head) POINT 01 POINT 03

As a comprehensive university with educational Enhance the IR functions within the Organization and research functions of the world’s highest for Higher Education Planning and implement standard, we will enhance all educational enrolment management. (Establishment of a functions from undergraduate to graduate school Institute Cabinet PDCA cycle) level. (Enhancement of educational functions of Institute Leader: the entire university) Director (in charge of education) Organization for Higher Comprised of Vice President Education Planning (educational reforms, learning support, POINT 02 entrance examinations, overseas study) Implement enrolment management Center Heads, The Vice Presidents will manage the centers. To external knowledgeable persons fully execute functions of the various centers, the Vice Presidents will be given the right to select Education based on the plan personnel who will serve as faculty members and Education based on the plan Implementation of support for work for a center concurrently. (Enhancement of Instructions to support research and students functions to assist the President) research and students Vice Presidents (4)

Center for the Promotion of Center Center Student Support Center Higher Education Head Head SULA

Center Center Admissions Center Career Development Center Head Head College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and other department

Center for International Center University-wide mobilization system Center Academic Link Center Education Head Leader (Education-related joint use center)

Organization Chart of the Institute for Excellence in Educational Innovation

21 02-6. Enhancing the University’s Participation in Global initiatives Support in Promoting Exchanges with Universities in Central and South America

Post Urban Living Innovation application that science students are - good at, create an organization like - Education and Research Program 1. Planning/investigation; 2. Develop a corporate body tackling the chal- – PULI Program – ment/design; 3. Manufacturing/execu lenges of urban living, and implement This project involves combining tion; 4. Sales/evaluation. The Post Urban Living Innovation Edu- a variety of projects set with one of the human resources who excel at either cation and Research Program uses tech- below three SML sizes. technology or policy, creating a virtual nology to take on the challenges posed 1 S (Smart House Design) corporate body, and developing human by the various issues facing human life. A variety of lifestyle proposals resources there. Doing so will develop The project focuses on the situations in realizing the comfortable houses human resources who have technology- Japan and Central America to clarify the of the future through cutting-edge related knowledge but can also draft challenges faced by the world’s urban technology policy, human resources who excel at areas, and develops human resources 2 M (Mobility & Energy Management) - in both countries who will contribute The introduction of energy-disper- cient technical knowledge, and “liberal drafting policy but who also have suffi to living innovation in the future, and sive mobility systems arts/science blend” human resources also develops human resources who 3 L (Landscape by Green) who have varying percentages of both will contribute to the living innovation The realization of new urban scenery kinds of knowledge. industry in Japan. One large problem - shared by the world’s urban lifestyles is ogy for environment regeneration. Furthermore, the project is consider- using vertical greenification technol related to urban overcrowding. Accept- ing, as part of a new experiment, the The above projects are promoted establishment of a university start-up grows as its nation’s economy develops jointly in Japan and Central America. company that will commercialize the ing a rapid influx of a population that causes the provision of things like The project is implemented in the same post-project results for continued housing and transport infrastructure way as the enterprise development human resource development and use. to fall behind, forcing many people to process, using the four processes of: live in horrible conditions. These are Post Urban Living Innovation Education and Research Program issues that both developed nations Developing “Technology Businessman” who will be active on the world stage and developing nations have in com- Pioneers educated expertise required of global human resources and able to develop business based mon. This program implements a next on a broad perspective generation, practically-versed human resources development program (Post Program) jointly in Japan and Central America, to develop superior human resources with practical experiences who will contribute to the future.

This program combines the business Integration of more than Collaboration with Central-America Develop human resources via 100 past WS Implemented through university VC commercialization planning and sales strategies that with enterprise processes Use Mexican oce Commercialize research results liberal arts students are good at with WS track record of Start-up with fusion of Continued support from the technological development and almost 10 years liberal arts and sciences established start-up

22 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-7. Frontier Science Program Early Enrollment

Frontier Science Program physics and applied physics. Since courses. We are proud to be the pioneer then we have expanded the program in the early enrollment in Japan, The Frontier Science Program, in which in wide range of disciplines ranging although early enrollment is popular in gifted students get professional educa- from Physics, Physical Chemistry, Life many countries. Our program is still at tion in science as a regular student Science, various Engineering, and Human the top in the number of alumni and in before graduating from high schools, Sciences. Currently we are calling for variety in Japan. This program receives are designed to foster highly creative applicants in the four courses listed special support from the Ministry of young scientists and researchers in the next page. The bar chart below Education, Culture, Sports, Science, venturing out into the world. We call shows the statistics of the applicants and Technology. We are aiming further for applicants in winter and in summer. and successful candidates in the four improvement in quality of education. Successful candidates start their study at Chiba University either from April or Affiliation of Alumni after Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) graduate September. The curriculum is enriched Graduation programs / Rutgers University graduate programs / by small-group instruction, seminars, École nationale superleure du petrole et des moteurs and one month English training in Other (2) Canada. The alumni of the program Tokyo Medical and Dental University (1) Majority of them continue their study amount to 63 by the end of 2016. * Other graduate school programs (5) at graduate schools at Chiba University or other universities (see the pie chart). Employment (5) Chiba University Some elder alumni are currently teach- graduate ing as assistant professors and some programs Career paths (21) others are working as scientists and Nara Institute of Science and Technology (4) at graduation engineers in research institutes. (63 students) Graduate University for Advanced Studies (3) Kyoto * Tohoku University, Nagoya University, Tokyo University Development Institute of Technology, Tsukuba University, graduate Tokyo University University of Electro-Communications programs graduate programs (7) This Frontier Science Program was (15) we had only three freshmen majoring established in 1998. In the first year,

Statistics of Applications and Successful Candidates by year 36 University of Hawaii graduate programs 30

28 27 25

23 22 20 20 1919 19 18 17 17 15 16 15 14 14

10 11 10 9 8 8 7 7 5 6 6 Applicants 5 55 4 4 333 3 2 22 2 Successful Candidates 0 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 200620052004 2007 20092008 2016201520142013201220112010 Year

23 Faculty of Letters / Faculty of Science / Faculty of Engineering

Four Courses Frontier Technology Course

Physics Course This course covers wide range of engineering including architecture, Physics is study to seek universal laws urban environment systems, industrial embedded in various natural phenomena. design, mechanical engineering, medi- The research subjects range widely from 3cal system engineering, electrical and the microscopic worlds of elementary electronics engineering, nano science, 1particles and atoms through condensed image sciences, and informatics. matter to stars and galaxies. We welcome Students are encouraged to be frontiers young students interested in understand- in technology. ing the principles of Physics and aiming to be a researcher.

Human Sciences Courses

Physical Chemistry and Life Sci- ence Course Physical Chemistry is the interface between the Physics and Chemistry. It elucidates structure, formation and 4 interaction of materials on the basis 2of the theory and methods of Physics. - nomena on the basis of the theory and Life science clarifies biological phe methods of Physical Chemistry. Human sciences provide methods based on natural sciences for analyzing human mind, culture, and society. For an example, it explains a philosophical question “what makes one person distinct from all others?” from the viewpoint of information processing. Similarly the ability to interpret the surrounding environment from what we look at is related to function of eyes and brain by this new science.

24 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-8. Environmental ISO

ISO14001 · ISO50001 Environmental Management Practical Chiba University has been operating environment and energy management Training I - III (approximately 200 the Chiba University Students Committee system by the student-led. students in years 1 through 3) formed for Environmental Management System, drew up various plans, actioned and evaluated these, and have been conduct- ing a range of management activities while learning practical skills in manage- ment that they then apply to their next activities. In addition to practical activi- Undergoing an external audit ties in areas such as raising awareness of the environment, providing education about the environment, and greening and

also engage in core activities required beautification activities, the students ISO 14001 for the university’s ISO management ISO 50001 including internal audits, basic training and external audits. Students who Certification in international continue these activities for three years standards for environmental - and energy management systems sity Environmental Energy Management receive qualification as a Chiba Univer A community garden Practitioner from the university, which - puses of Chiba University (Nishi-Chiba, when they seek employment after gradu- In fiscal 2004, the four main cam they can list among their qualifications 1Matsudo, Kashiwanoha, and Inohana excluding the University Hospital) established the NPO Chiba University ation. Furthermore, in 2009 students - Students Committee for Environmental national standard for Environmental Management System as an NPO, and have obtained ISO14001, which is the inter Management Systems (EMS), and since been conducting various activities while then has maintained this standard. Fol- receiving external subsidies.

Awarded the “Minister of Education, lowing this, in 2013, Chiba University In 2015, the NPO corporation was Culture, Sports Award” of the “Global became the first Japanese university Presenting an environmental picture story show at standard for energy management, and Environment Award”. to acquire ISO50001, the international a kindergarten today operates the most advanced environmental management system in ISO management at Chiba University is university of Japan. not only achieving results in reducing environmental impacts through energy Creation and operation of uni- and resource conservation but also versity systems led by the Chiba University Students Committee for a venue for the practical education of contributing significantly to providing Environmental Management System students.

Of particular note is the fact that 2students have been at the helm of these ISO initiatives. Students enrolled in Secondhand book market

25 02-9. Inohana Campus High Functionality Initiatives and Inohana IPE Inohana Campus High three distinct medical-related faculties provide patient- and client-centered Functionality Initiatives to of Medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, treatment and care in cooperation and foster next-generation medi- and Nursing, and the University Hospital. collaboration with other professionals. cal personnel and to create With its visioning centering on the Among the notable features of IPE are the “Therapeutics” center Future Medicine Education and Research the study of four multi-level four-year Organization, the Inohana Campus shall subjects that are set as compulsory sub- Japan is facing two major changes in the jects in the School of Nursing, School of social structure: an ageing society with Medicine and Faculty of Pharmaceuti- 1) cultivate next-generation medical fewer children, and the globalization. education and research organizations; cal Sciences where continuation of personnel; 2) accelerate reforms in our These changes pose urgent challenges improvement is based on evaluation of to Japanese national universities with cutting-edge techniques to provide study results, as well as the adoption of and 3) develop best-practices and medical-related faculties. Such institu- innovative approaches to the systemic active learning and small-group study. changes brought on by globalization. It With the cooperation of the University to the shifting expectations of society. is our intention to extend our reforms Hospital, hospitals nearby, local clinics, tions will need to be first responders school-wide. dispensing pharmacies, visiting nurse to train medical professionals to be stations, and local comprehensive care Specifically, these universities need leaders capable of addressing the Inohana IPE is innovative centers, students also participate in undergraduate program in next-generation medicine. IPE is steadily spreading to other uni- diversification of health care needs of Japan work experience relevant to their field. Given these situations, Chiba University versities throughout Japan but Inohana considers the promotion of the new aca- Patient-centered medical care has be- IPE has been a pioneer in this area from come essential at places where medical a very early stage and has paved the care is provided. Inohana Interprofes- way for IPE in Japan and overseas. demic field, “Therapeutics,” as its highest systematic research on preventive, sional Education (IPE) is an educa- priority. This emerging field is where diagnostic, and curative theories, and tional program conducted through the development of novel treatments is con- cooperation and collaboration of the ducted. To achieve this goal, we intend to School of Nursing, School of Medicine, further strengthen the high functionality and Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Inohana Campus. Inohana Campus - is the only campus among Japanese ment of independent and organiza- since 2007. It is fostering the develop national universities that accommodates tional medical professionals who can First-year students: group work

Future Medicine Education and Research Organization (The incubator in the cultivation of next-generation medical personnel, and of major reforms) Leadership University President

Pharmaceutical University Realization of the five Pillars of Future Medical Care Nursing Medicine Sciences Hospital at the Chiba University Inohana Campus

Future Medicine Research Center Leading Graduate Schools (Therapeutics, FY 2012-), Center of cultivation of human resources for future medicine research (Therapeutics Chiba, FY 2013-) New innovative treatment Therapeutics Training of global human resources and creation of medical innovation Regenerative Therapeutics Center

Human Resource Development Center for Advanced Medical Care Health & Longevity Development and practice of advanced medical care, Super-aged Society Research Center Resolution of a shortage in doctors Ongoing training and production of medical personnel providing advanced care Center for Preventive Medical Sciences (Japan Eco & Child Study) Innovative methods of prevention Prevention Healthy, long-living society, extension of health and longevity, Medical Mycology Research Center prevention of opportunistic infection

Interprofessional Education Research Center Training of independent medical professionals / Planning, implementation and assessment of Inohana IPE

Research Center for Child Mental Development Education Safety and security and Research Center Law Training of medical personnel essential for creating a safe and secure society Center of Legal Medicine for Forensic Mental Health

Care Child- and aged-friendly medical care Healthy growth of children and home health care

26 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-10. “Center of Community (COC)” Program

Center of Creative Community metropolis with many local issues, also put in place a university manage- - Chiba University through this project we aim to create ment framework, and in collaboration a center for initiating comprehensive with municipal governments we are This project was selected by the Min- efforts in education and research and in promoting reforms throughout the istry of Education, Culture, Sports, Sci- making social contributions to address university to become a community- these problems. To undertake these oriented university. initiatives, we have established the Of- ence and Technology in fiscal 2013 as Program. As a university in a residen- an FY2013 Center of Community (COC) tial community in the suburbs of a large a new local satellite campus. We have fice of Community and Innovation and

Chiba University 10 Faculties OŒce of Community College of Liberal Arts and and Innovation Sciences / Faculty of Letters / Specially-appointed faculty members: 3 Faculty of Education / Faculty of Law, To be formed by 50 faculty members Politicsand Economics / Faculty of from each faculty (planned) Science / Faculty of Engineering / Faculty of Medicine / Faculty of Pharmaceutical Group 1: Super aging field Sciences / School of Nursing / Faculty of Group 2: Housing and community field Horticulture 11 Graduate Schools Group 3: Human rights and gender equality field University Hospital Group 4: Infrastructure and space field Center for General Education,etc.

. New education : Compulsory, and sub major Development of field study

. New research : Development of academic regional contribution model research . Further regional contribution : Development of regional contribution activities through collaboration of government, private sector, and academia Council Chiba Regional Citizens’ Association

Municipal Local Governments areas Matching Needs & Seeds

Chiba Prefecture / Chiba City NPO Matsudo City / Kashiwa City / Noda City Closed schools vacant shops Relevant Departments Cooperation Local Welfare for the elderly / Metropolitan, city, companies / and prefectural land development / Town Satellite Citizens / Resi- campus dents’ associations development / Citizens / General planning / Civic activities children & family / Economic promotion, Schools commerce, industry, etc.

27 University for the Community

Communities targeted for initiatives Greater Contribution to the Distinctive Initiative 1 We will launch initiatives in the cities Community We will utilize a former school build- - Chiba, Matsudo and Kashiwa, where ing as a satellite campus of Chiba Promotion of Activities that Contribute the university has campuses, and dis- University for promoting education and to the Community through the Col- seminate the result throughout Chiba research activities and making social laboration of the Public, Private and Prefecture. contributions. Academic sectors

Suburban communities In Matsudo City in Chiba Prefecture and Distinctive Initiative 2 Current status of suburban communi- in other places, we will also promote We will promote integrated initiatives ties: these are communities originally the College Link Program (recurrent of education, research and contributing developed as commuter towns and education), which is achieving positive to the community through solicitation places for consumption activities of outcomes at the Kashiwanoha campus, within the university. Tokyo in an era of growth premised on as a new study program based on an increase in population and economic collaboration of the public, private and growth. academic sectors. We will also conduct Main research themes “town toolbox” sessions (display of . Support in recognition activities New Education: Promotion research and education results), public in the community of Compulsory Subject & lectures, seminars and workshops. . Relationship between dementia Field Studies and children . Reform model for resolving every- day life issues in the liberal arts, we commenced . Community creation through art In the 2015 academic year , as a course compulsory subjects : the Community . Research on old educational facili- Revitalization Care program and intend ties and rehabilitation to develop human resources that can . ICT study support for elementary play a more active role and contribute to and junior high schools the community as well as specialist who . macists in home medical care Qualifications required of phar- . Open community promoting dia- will find solutions to local problems. New Research: Promotion logue with the elderly of Academic Research that . Effective use of underutilized and Contributes to the Community unused land . Prevention of DV by voice and We will classify the various unresolved emotion recognition system issues of suburban communities into . Local economy and community four research areas and proceed with initiatives community. We will undertake theoreti- field studies in cooperation with the cal research in support of these to es- tablish “clinical care research” as a new model for contributing to communities.

28 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 02-11. Promoting Regional Revitalization by Universities as Centers of Community (COC+) Program

Linking the Chiba Region to Cities and the World – Personnel mental courses, and offers credit Development and Job Creation interchangeability with Keiai University and the Open University of Japan. A COC+ is an initiative being advanced of such areas. Chiba University, along under the Ministry of Education, Culture, with a number of other participating certificate of completion is awarded Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) universities, was selected for a COC+ upon acquisition of 30 credits. to create and develop attractive em- Prioritization and strength- ployment opportunities within regional Chiba is close to Tokyo and home to Narita project in FY2015. ening of regional industrial areas, through collaboration among International Airport. Here, we seek to promotion efforts universities, regional government/ develop personnel capable of utilizing organizations, companies and other en- these strengths to promote regional Chiba University concentrates on inter- tities. The aim is to reform educational industrial innovation through the curricula to foster the development of transplantation of urban research seeds. collaboration, inbound tourism, and sector (first, second, and third sector) personnel capable of meeting the needs medical services. Other participating universities similarly contribute to the industrial growth within the region through efforts in their respective roles. Consortiums are established by region and industry to support joint research and regional technology transfer.

Local retention

To encourage young people to remain within their regions where collabora- The first, second, and third sectors working together * tion among universities, regional government/organizations, companies Collaborative region and other entities is conducted, we Isumi City, and Katsuura City as prior- have introduced a system of annual it, it treats Yokoshibahikari Town, The Chiba University COC+ program ity model regions, placing local hubs stepped exposure, where the number of broadly treats regional (rural) Chiba within those municipalities to serve contacts between the student and the as its collaborative region. And, within as centers for personnel training and region is gradually increased each year. industrial promotion. Also, we hold seminars at mainly local junior high and high schools to discuss New educational programs: such topics as population decline and Studies in regional industrial regional revitalization. Through such innovation efforts, we hope to instill a sense of pride in the region and an enduring This is a general education, common attachment to it. Furthermore, by course program that seeks to develop providing related information and facil- itating corporate recruitment efforts, of leading regional industrial innova- we support “Local First” initiatives to globally proficient personnel capable tion. It consists of required (regional encourage new graduates to settle in core) and elective universal education regional areas. courses, together with nine depart-

29 02-12. University Library / Academic Link Center

The University Library/Academic Link Center establishes academic links through the University Library, the Institute of Media and Information Technology (Current: the Institute of Management and Information Tech- nologies), and the Center for General Education (Current: Center for the functions Promotion of Higher Education) and 3 for creating thinking students conducts various activities to foster the development of “thinking students” who have “basic skills for learning Active Learning Spaces throughout life” and “skills for applying Provide appropriate places knowledge”. where students can study The Academic Link Center provides in groups or individually, or not only a quiet study environment present results of their own study while taking advantage for students but also various venues to the maximum of available where they can engage in discussions, human resources (teachers, give presentations, obtain printed and librarians, and other students) electronic educational materials and PLACE who will provide various forms of support including content, and receive human support in materials, content, informa- their studies. tion and communications technology as well as study Center was selected as Joint Usage / support. And on July 2015, The Academic Link Education Center, by the Ministry of Academic Links Education, Sports, Culture, Science and Technology. CONTENT SUPPORT The Academic Link Center proceed the Academic Link Professional Staff development program for educational and learning support (ALPS program). Teaching Hub Conduct faculty development Content Lab to assist in the operation of learning management Enhance the PathFinder, to systems, provide for train- provide information about ing in electronic teaching useful publications and web- materials and communica- sites, which enables students tions technologies, and train to study the classes’ theme student assistants (SA) who deeply. Additionally, digitalize will provide support at active materials provided through learning spaces. the PathFinder and teaching materials used in the classes, record classes, and smoothly provide these useful contents Purpose through learning manage- To create thinking students ment system. Nurturing the development of stu- dents with “basic skills for learning throughout life” and “skills for applying knowledge”.

30 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03 OVERVIEW 03.1 Organization Chart 03.2 Administrative Staff 03.3 Number of Staff 03.4 Number of Students 03.5 Degrees Awarded / Employment After Graduation 03.6 University Dormitories / International House / International Researcher Exchange in FY2016

03.7 Sister Univ ersities and Institutions 03.8 International S tudent Enrollment 03.9 Overseas Offices and International Exchange Centers 03.10 Overseas Campuses and Centers 03.11 International Support Desk (ISD) 03.12 Double Degree Program 03.13 Budget / Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research 03.14 Joint Research Projects / University Fees 03-1. Organization Chart

Management Organization

Executive Vice Presidents Directors President For For Education, For For Human For For Planning Student and Research Resources and General Legal Aairs International Aairs Information Aairs Aairs Aairs

Council of Management Auditot Council of Education, Research and Development

Oce of Audit Vice Presidents

Director-General Administrative Bureau Institute for Global Prominent Research

Department of General Aairs Institute for Excellence in Educational Innovation

Department of Finance Organization for University Management

Department of Science and International Aairs Organization for Higher Education Planning

Department of Student Aairs Organization for Promotion of Academic Research

Department of Facilities and Environment Safety and Health Organization

Administration Oce for Liberal Arts and Sciences Future Medical Education and Research Organization

Administration Oce for Faculty of Letters and Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics Headquarters for Public Relations Strategies

Administration Oce for Faculty of Education Headquarters for Internationalization Strategies

Administration Oce for Faculty of Science

Engineering Administration Center

Administration Oce for Faculty of Horticulture

Inohana Area Administration Oce

Administration Oce for University Library

Administration Oce for University Hospital

Administration Oce for Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences

Education and Research Organization

Graduate Faculties Centers Schools

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Graduate School of Humanities and Center for Environmental Remote Sensing Social Sciences Faculty of Letters Medical Mycology Research Center Law School Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics Center for Analytical Instrumentation Graduate School of Education Faculty of Education Institute of Management and Information Technologies Graduate School of Science Faculty of Science Center for Frontier Science Graduate School of Engineering Faculty of Engineering Marine Biosystems Research Center Graduate School of Horticulture Faculty of Horticulture Research Center for Frontier Medical Engineering Graduate School of Advanced Integration School of Medicine Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences Science University Hospital Biomedical Research Center Graduate School of Medical and Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences Center for Forensic Mental Health

School of Nursing Graduate School of Nursing Center for Preventive Medical Science

Practical Course of Horticulture Graduate School of Medicine Future Medicine Research Center （Faculty of Horticulture） Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Center for Regenerative Therapeutics

Tokyo Gakugei University United Graduate Research Center for Child Mental Development School of Education Academic Link Center United Graduate School of Child Development, Osaka University, Kanazawa University, Venture Business Laboratory Hamamatsu University School of Medicine, University Chiba University and University of Fukui Radioisotope Research Center Library Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Chiba University International Cooperative Research Center

32 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-2. Administrative Staff as of July 1, 2016

Executive Directors Council of Management (External Members) Directors President, The Middle East President University Library Takeshi Tokuhisa Research Institute of Japan Tatsuo Arima Hiroya Takeuchi for Planning Affairs Haruaki Nakaya Chairman, Vanfu, Inc. Inukai Shunsuke University Hospital Shuichi Yamamoto for Education, Student and Representative Director, Center for Environmental Makoto Watanabe Yoshifumi Yasuoka International Affairs Chairman, and CEO, Oriental Toshio Kagami Remote Sensing Land Co., Ltd. Medical Mycology Researach for Research Affairs Ryoji Matsumoto Chihiro Sasagawa Senior Advisor, and CEO, Showa Center Shell Sekiyu K.K. Shigeya Kato for Human Resources and Center for Analytical Tsutomu Yasumura Takashi Karatsu Information President, The Promotion and Instrumentation Mutual Aid Corporation for Teiichi Kawata Institute of Management and for General Affairs Private Schools of Japan Masanori Saruwatari Information Technology Atsushi Imiya Senior Advisor, Research Center for Legal Affairs Yutaka Hori for Science Systems, Japan Soci- Toshio Kuroki Center for Frontier Science Hirofumi Kano ety for the Promotion of Science Marine Biosystems Research Auditor Senior Corporate Advisor, Nihon Isamu Kuwako Center Yatsuya Togashi Unisys, Ltd. Seiichi Shimada Research Center for Frontier Auditor (External) Executive Director, Tokyo Kiyoe Kado Medical Engineering Tatsuo Igarashi National Museum Masami Zeniya Center for Environment, Health Senior Advisor, Mizuho Financial and Field Sciences Takato Koba Group Satoru Nishibori Vice-Presidents Senior Advisor, Chiba Nippo Biomedical Research Center Masahiko Hatano Press Corporation Hiroshi Hagiwara for Education Hiroaki Ozawa Center for Forensic Mental Masaomi Iyo President, Sirius Institute Inc. Haruo Funabashi Health for Education Hiroya Takeuchi Center for Preventive Medical Managing Director, Sciences Chisato Mori Asia Associates Elizabeth Masamune for Admission Satoshi Sato Future Medicine Research Professor Emeritus, Tokyo Center Hideki Hanaoka Dental College Nobuyuki Miyasaka for Research Minoru Seki Center for Regenerative President, Daiwa Institute of Therapeutics Atsushi Iwama Research Tohiro Muto for Research Akira Yanagisawa Research Center for Child Mental Development Eiji Shimizu for International Affairs and Astushi Nishida Public Relations Deans Academic Link Center Hiroya Takeuchi for International Education and Michiko Takagaki College of Liberal Arts and Public Relations Venture Business Laboratory Sciences Hiroaki Ozawa Katsuyoshi Hoshino for Information Tetsuya Ishii Faculty of Letters Masaru Yamada Radioisotope Research Center Yasushi Arano for University Hospital Shuichi Yamamoto Faculty of Law, Politics and Shanghai Jiao Tong University Economics Keiko Sakai and Chiba University / International Cooperative Hiroshi Ryu for Future Medicine Faculty of Education / Toshinori Nakayama Research Center Graduate School of Education Hiroyuki Takahashi Faculty of Science / Graduate School of Science Akira Yanagisawa Deputy Vice-Presidents Faculty of Engineering / Graduate School of Engineering Minoru Seki for Student Support Masato Ishii Faculty of Horticulture / Graduate School of Horticulture Tatsuaki Kobayashi for International Affairs Ryoko Niikura School of Medicine / Toshinori Nakayama for Working and Life Balance Graduate School of Medicine Emi Mori Support Faculty of Pharmaceutical for Harassment Prevention and Sciences / Graduate School of Kazuki Saitou Response Yayoi Iwasaki Pharmaceutical Sciences School of Nursing / for Research Administration Tomoyoshi Ito Graduate School of Nursing Misako Miyazaki Graduate School of Humanities for Industry Collaboration Masato Ishii Research Shingo Kuroiwa and Social Sciences Law School for Financial Analysis Hideaki Yoshihara Tetsuya Ishii Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science Takashige Omatsu Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Naoto Yamaguchi

33 03-3. Number of Staff as of May 1, 2016

President / Affiliate Medical / Vice Associate Assistant Research Research Professors Sub Total School Administra- Total Presidents / Professors Professors Associates Fellows Teachers tive Staff Auditors President 1 0 1 Vice Presidents 6 0 6 Auditors 2 0 2 Administrative Bureau 0 5 236 241 Office of Audit 0 4 4 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 13 26 6 45 11 56 Faculty of Letters 29 22 4 55 20 75 Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics 17 26 4 47 47 Faculty of Education 71 37 6 114 98 29 241 Faculty of Science 0 12 12 Engineering Administration Center 0 54 54 Faculty of Horticulture 0 17 17 Inohana Area Administrative Office Management and Budget Division 0 23 23 Inohana Area Administrative Office at School of Medicine 0 41 41 Inohana Area Administrative Office at Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences 0 10 10 Inohana Area Administrative Office at School of Nursing 0 15 15 Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences 14 3 3 20 20 Law School 14 3 17 17 Graduate School of Science 43 37 13 93 5 98 Graduate School of Engineering 62 61 30 153 3 156 Graduate School of Horticulture 29 25 15 69 69 Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science 16 26 12 54 2 56 Graduate School of Nursing 17 22 17 56 56 Graduate School of Medicine 42 74 82 198 4 202 Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences 22 15 24 61 1 62 University Library 0 23 23 University Hospital 11 50 156 217 1,405 1,622 Center for Environmental Remote Sensing 3 5 4 12 2 14 Medical Mycology Research Center 3 8 7 18 1 19 Institute of Management and Information Technologies 4 4 8 8 Center for Frontier Science 2 4 6 1 7 Marine Biosystems Research Center 1 1 2 2 4 Research Center for Frontier Medical Engineering 7 7 4 18 2 20 Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences 2 4 7 13 1 16 30 Biomedical Research Center 1 1 2 2 Center for Forensic Mental Health 2 2 2 6 6 Center for Preventive Medical Sciences 5 2 6 13 5 18 Future Medicine Research Center 0 1 1 Research Center for Child Mental Development 2 1 3 6 6 Academic Link Center 5 5 5 Institute for Global Prominent Research 1 1 1 Organization for University Management 0 1 1 Organization for Higher Education Planning 7 5 2 14 1 15 Organization for Promotion of Academic Affairs 1 1 2 4 6 Safety and Health Organization 2 2 2 6 3 9 Future Medical Education and Research Organization 2 2 4 4 Total 9 441 472 418 4 1,335 35 98 1,925 3,402

34 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-4. Number of Students as of May 1, 2016

Undergraduate

Faculties Regular Students Research Students Others Total

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 90 4 57 151

Faculty of Letters 802 7 92 901

Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics 1,141 2 26 1,169

Faculty of Law and Economics 490 490

Faculty of Education 1,870 4 103 1,977

Faculty of Science 911 6 7 924

Faculty of Engineering 3,020 46 44 3,110

Faculty of Horticulture 851 11 18 880

School of Medicine 739 8 747

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences 435 2 5 442

School of Nursing 353 4 5 362

Total 10,702 86 365 11,153

Postgraduate

Regular Students Research Faculties Others Total Students Master’s Program Doctoral Program

Humanities and Social Sciences 114 117 4 7 242

Education 180 1 44 225

Science 260 73 3 336

Engineeing 826 204 2 20 1,052

Horticulture 215 76 6 15 312

Advanced Integration Science 300 78 1 2 381

Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 167 574 23 19 783

Nursing 96 77 18 8 199

Total 2,158 1,199 58 115 3,530

Research Centers Professional Graduate School

Institutes Research Students Professional Degree Program Regular Students

Center for Environmental Remote Sensing 1 Law School 78

Medical Mycology Research Center 2 Education 26

Total 3 Total 104

35 03-5. Degrees Awarded / Employment After Graduation as of May 1, 2016

Degrees Awarded (Master Course) Degrees Awarded (Doctoral Course) Master’s Degrees FY 2015 Total From New System (Since July 1,1991) Doctoral Degrees Previous Master of Arts 39 504 System FY 2015 Total Master of Humanites 29 816 Doctor of Arts 21 665 Master of Education 80 2,213 Doctor of Humanites 3 105 Master of Law 0 169 Doctor of Law 0 27 Master of Economics 5 255 Doctor of Economics 0 22 Master of Policy Studies 0 28 Doctor of Management Sciences 0 1 Master of Management Sciences 6 39 Doctor of Political Science 0 0 Master of Political Science 1 12 Doctor of Public Affairs 0 2 Master of Public Affairs 4 31 Doctor of Science 21 619 2,590 Master of Science 126 3,139 Doctor of Medicine 136 4,836 Master of Medical Sciences 25 301 Doctor of Medical Sciences 0 76 Master of Pharmacy 0 1,946 Doctor of Pharmacy 5 680 Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences 52 238 Doctor of Pharmaceutical Sciences 12 21 Master of Clinical Pharmacy 0 250 Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy 0 17 Master of Nursing 30 836 Doctor of Nursing 10 183 Master of Engineering 478 11,475 Doctor of Engineering 51 1,105 Master of Agriculture 86 2,798 Doctor of Agriculture 13 354 Total 961 25,050 Total 2,590 272 8,713

Professional Degrees Awarded Professional Degree FY 2015 Total Juris Doctor 36 446 Total 36 446

Employment After Graduation (2016)

Faculty of Faculty of Faculty of Faculty of Faculty of Faculty of Faculty of School of School of Law and Pharmaceuti- Total Master’s Degrees Letters Education Science Engineering Horticulture Medicine Nursing Economics cal Sciences Agriculture / Forestry / Fishery 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 3 Architecture 1 3 0 4 26 7 0 0 0 41 Manufacturing 13 28 16 4 59 17 0 8 0 145 Public Utility 1 3 0 2 5 1 0 0 0 12 Telecommunication 26 41 16 19 34 8 0 0 0 144 Transportation 12 10 5 1 3 3 0 0 0 34 Wholesale / Retail 13 13 9 2 6 8 0 7 0 58 Finance / Insurance 11 47 19 4 2 10 0 0 0 93 Real Estate 4 12 4 0 4 6 0 0 0 30 Research / Technology 6 16 0 5 6 11 0 2 0 46 Hotel / Restaurant 5 0 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 9 Entertainment 7 0 0 1 3 1 0 0 0 12 Education 5 7 252 8 0 0 0 0 0 272 Medical / Nursing 6 1 10 0 1 0 0 11 75 104 Service 13 14 22 1 3 2 0 0 0 55 Public Service (Government) 3 31 4 0 3 7 0 0 0 48 Public Service (Local) 26 78 23 7 18 27 0 5 7 191 Other 0 0 3 0 3 0 0 1 0 7 Total 152 304 385 58 177 112 0 34 82 1,304

36 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-6.University Dormitories / International House / International Researcher Exchange in FY2016 as of May 1, 2016

University Domintories

Dormitory Name Management Male / Female Capacity Current Residents Lot Size (m2) Building Size (m2) Location

Student Affairs Male 100 90 6-33-8, Konakadai, Inage-ku, Kunpu 3,882 Division Female 70 58 Chiba-shi 11,212 Student Affairs 6-33-3, Konakadai, Inage-ku, Mumei Male 95 72 1,800 Division Chiba-shi School of Satsuki Female 32 32 - 717 Medicine 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, School of Chiba-shi Yusho Male 60 30 - 1,094 Medicine Faculty of Male 42 38 Kouki - 2,019 648, Matsudo, Matsudo-shi Horticulture Female 20 19

Total 419 339 - 9,512

International House Number of Units Building Name Floor Types of Rooms Size For Researchers For Students

1st ~ 5th Family 55m2 - 14 A 1st ~ 4th Couple 39m2 - 4

B 1st ~ 5th Couple 39m2 - 20

1st ~ 4th Single 12m2 / 14m2 14 60

C Couple 39m2 2 - 1st ~ 2nd Family 59m2 2 -

D 1st ~ 4th Single 11m2 / 12m2 - 60

E 1st ~ 4th Single 11m2 / 12m2 - 60

Total 18 218

International Researcher Exchange in FY 2015

Africa 6 (0.4%) Chiba Univ. Africa 2 (0.4%) International Researchers Latin America 8 (0.6%) Latin America 11 (1.7%) Middle East 24 (1.7%) Researchers Abroad Middle East 8 (2.3%) at Chiba Univ. Oceania 56 (4.0%) Oceania 14 (2.9%)

North America 47 North Asia (9.8%) America 489 (35.3%) 365 Total Europe Total (26.3%) 76 1,387 (15.8%) 482 Asia 324 (67.2%) Europe 439 (31.7%)

37 03-7. Sister Universities and Institutions as of May 1, 2016

Africa Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Algeria University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediene Faculties of Engineering Sept 2007 G.E. College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences, Forest and Ghana University of Ghana Jun 2014 CEHFS Horticultural Crops Research Center

Asia Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Cambodia Royal University of Phnom Penh Dec 2009 All ● Anhui Medical University Jun 2010 All ● Beijing DeTao Masters Academy Jun 2011 Eng, G.E. Beijing Forestry University School of Landscape Architecture Sept 2001 Hort, Sc&Tech ● Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication Sept 2011 All ● Beijing Institute of Technology School of Design and Arts Jan 2011 G.E. ● Central South University Mental Health Institute Nov 2010 CFMH China Academy of Art Mar 2013 All ● China Agricultural University Oct 2001 All ● China Medical University Jun 2013 All China Pharmaceutical University School of Pharmacy Feb 1996 3Pharm China University of Mining and Technology School of Science, (Beijing) School of Science Nov 1999 Sc, Sc&Tech Chinese Academy of Sciences Hefei Institute of Physical Sciences Apr 1997 CEReS Chinese Academy of Sciences Institute of Atmospheric Physics May 1998 CEReS, G.S., G.A. Institute of Geographical Sciences and Natural Resources Chinese Academy of Sciences Aug 2005 Hort, GSH ● Research Chinese Academy of Sciences Institute of Acoustics Mar 2011 G.E. Chinese Academy of Sciences Institute of Subtropical Agriculture Oct 2015 GSH Chinese Academy of Social Science Institute of Ethnic Literature Mar 2013 G.H.S. Dalian University of Technology Dec 2013 All ● East China University of Science and Technology School of Foreign Languages Mar 2012 Litt East China University of Science and Technology Dec 2013 All ● Guiyang Medical University School of Basic Medical Science Jan 2009 MMRC Guizhou University Jun 2006 All ● Hangzhou Normal University School of Science Apr 2011 Sc, G.S. ● Hangzhou Normal University Sept 2011 All ● Hong Kong Baptist University School of Chinese Medicine Nov 2013 G.Pharm Hunan Normal University Sept 2009 Edu, G.E.D. China ● Hunan University May 1985 All ● Hunan University School of Graduate Studies Apr 2014 G.H.S. ● Inner Mongolia Normal University Mar 2013 Litt College of Ethnology and Society and Foreign Languages Inner Mongolia University Dec 2010 Litt, G.H.S. College Inner Mongolia University College of Mongolian Studies Jun 2014 G.H.S. Jiangnan University School of Design Feb 2008 Eng, G.E. ● Jilin University School of Basic Medical Science Feb 2008 MMRC Lanzhou Cold and Arid Regions Environment and Tian Shan Glaciological Station Jul 2007 G.S. Engineering Research institute Ludong University School of Letters Sept 2013 Litt Minzu University of China Feb 2009 All ● Nanjing Agricultural University Sept 2002 All ● Nanjing Agricultural University Jul 2015 GSH Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology Apr 2011 All ● Nankai University Japana Institute of Nankai University Dec 2007 G.H.S. Nankai University Apr 2009 All Nankai University Key Research Institute of Social History of China May 2009 Litt, Soc&H Northeast Normal University Nov 2014 All Northwest A&F University College of Horticulture Jun 2013 CEHFS Peking University School of Nursing Dec 2007 Nur Peking University School of Earth and Space Sciences Mar 2010 Sc, G.S. Peking University National Institute on Drug Dependence Nov 2010 CFMH Peking University Law School Jul 2012 LL&Econ ● Qingdao Technological University School of architecture Jun 2015 Hort, GSH ● Shandong Agricultural University May 2008 GSH ●

38 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Shandong University School of Physics Oct 2014 G.A. Shandong University of Art and Design Jun 2012 Eng, G.E. Shanghai Jiao Tong University Oct 2002 All ● Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Media and Design Mar 2009 Eng, G.E. ● Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Civil Engineering Jan 2010 G.E. ● Engineering Research Center of Digital Medicine, Ministry of Shanghai Jiao Tong University Dec 2010 CFMH Education of PRC Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Mental Health Center May 2011 CFMH Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Agriculture and Biology Jul 2011 GSH ● Shanghai Jiao Tong University Shanghai First People’s Hospital Nov 2011 CFS Shanghai Jiao Tong University, The Hong Kong University of Apr 2013 All Science and Technology Shenyang Agricultural University May 2000 Hort, Sc&Tech ● Shenyang Pharmaceutical University The School of Pharmacy Feb 2004 3Pharm Soochow University Institute of Functional Nano & Materials Feb 2011 G.A. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Jun 2012 All The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Division of Biomedical Engineering Jun 2012 G.E., SJTU-CUICRC Tianjin Medical University School of Nursing Aug 2007 Nur Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Sept 2013 All ● Tongji University College of Architecture and Urban Planning Feb 2008 Eng, G.E. ● Tsinghua University School of Architecture Aug 2007 GSH ● Tsinghua University Yangtze Delta Region Institute Sept 2007 GSH Tsinghua University Dec 2007 All ● University of Electronic Science and Technology of China School of Electronic Engineering Feb 2009 G.E. ● China University of Electronic Science and Technology of China Dec 2015 All ● University of Science and Technology Beijing School of Automation and Electrical Engineering Dec 2013 Eng, G.E. ● Wuhan University Center for Japanese Studies Dec 2011 Litt Wuhan University School of Medicine Jul 2015 G.M., G.M.P ● Xi’an Jiaotong University First Affiliated Hospital of Medical College Feb 2011 CFMH Graduate School and Faculty of Mechanical and Precision Xi’an University of Technology Jul 2014 G.E., Eng ● Instrument Engineering Faculty of Printing, Packaging Engineering and Digital Media Xi’an University of Technology Feb 2016 G.A. ● Technology Department of Dermatology, The first Affiliated Hospital and Xinjiang Medical University Sept 2010 MMRC Research Center for Medical Mycology Xinjiang Normal University May 2010 All ● Yanshan University School of Foreign Languages Jan 2006 Litt Yantai University College of Humanities Mar 2015 Litt Yantai University Jan 2016 All ● Zheijang Gongshang University Japanese Culture Research Center Jul 2008 G.H.S. Zhejiang Gongshang University May 2012 All ● Zhejiang Gongshang University School of Japanese Language and Culture May 2012 Litt Zhejiang University Guanghua Law School Oct 2007 G.H.S. Zhejiang University College of Science Nov 2009 G.A. ● Zhejiang University Jun 2010 All ● Zhejiang University International Design, College of Software Technology Feb 2011 G.E. Zhejiang University of Technology Jun 2010 All ● School of Information Engineering, Digital Medical Image Zhengzhou University Apr 2016 ● Technique Research Center PDPM Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Jabalpur Jun 2012 All ● India Tamil Nadu Agricultural University School of Post Graduate Studies Sept 2010 Hort, GSH ● University of Agricultural Sciences College of Agriculture-Bangalore Jan 2013 GSH ● Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology Pengkajian Dan Penerapan Teknologi Jul 2000 CEReS Bogor Agricultural University Dec 2001 Hort, GSH ● Bogor Agricultural University Mar 2010 All ● Budi Luhur University Center for Environmental Studies Dec 2015 CEReS ● Gadjah Mada University Oct 1990 All ● Gadjah Mada University Faculty of Mathematics Sept 2009 Eng, G.E. ● Gadjah Mada University Faculty of Natural sciences Jul 2012 G.A., CEReS Hasanuddin University Sept 2007 All ● Hasanuddin University Center for Environmental Studies Jul 2012 CEReS, G.A. Indonesian Institute of Sciences Research and Development Center for Geotechnology Mar 2001 Sc, G.S. Indonesia Indonesian Institute of Sciences Research Center for Chemistry Mar 2013 G.E. ● Faculty of Design and Fine Art, Faculty of Earth Sciences and Institut Teknologi Bandung Oct 2012 G.E., G.A., CEReS Technology, Faculty of Life Sciences and Technology Institut Teknologi Bundung Mar 2006 All ● Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Jul 2012 All ● Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Oct 2009 Eng, G.E. Lambung Mangkurat University Faculty of Agriculture and Collaboration Center Aug 2006 Hort, Sc&Tech Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency Nov 2008 Sc, G.S. Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency Nov 2014 All ● Muhammadiyah Gorontalo University Feb 2014 CEReS

39 Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Padjadjaran University Jan 2011 All ● Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Faculty of GSH, G.A., CEHFS, Padjadjaran University Agriculture, Faculty of Agricultural-Industrial Technology, Nov 2012 CEReS Faculty of Geology, Graduate School of Environmental Study Udayana University Jul 2007 All ● Udayana University Post Graduate Program Jul 2012 CEReS, G.A. Udayana University Center of Food Availability for Sustainable Improvement Dec 2013 CEReS Indonesia Universitas Diponegoro Aug 2012 All ● Universitas Mulawarman Faculty of Mathematic and Natural Science Jun 2015 CEReS ● Universitas Negeri Makassar Post Graduate Program Jun 2014 GSH Universitas Negeri Padang Faculty of Mathematic and Natural Science Sept 2015 CEReS ● University of Indonesia Dec 1997 All ● Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Mathematic and Natural University of Indonesia Jul 2012 G.E., G.A., CEReS Science Ajou University Nov 2015 All ● Chonbuk National University Mar 2004 All ● Chonnam National University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Jun 2004 Hort, GSH ● Chosun University Sept 2011 All ● Chungnam National University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Jul 2012 CEHFS Geumgang University School of International Trade & Public Administration Oct 2010 Litt ● Geumgang University Jun 2015 All ● Inha University College of Economics & International Trade Jul 2012 LL&Econ ● Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine & Inje University Aug 2009 CPMS Institute of Environmental and Occupational Medicine Inje University College of Medicine Jun 2012 Med ● Graduate School of Science and Engineering, College of Jeju National University Mar 2016 Eng, G.E. Korea ● Engineering Korea University School of Engineering (Brain Korea 21-IT) Jul 2010 G.A. ● Pukyong National University Feb 2016 All ● Seoul National University College of Agriculture and Life Science Jun 2004 Hort, GSH ● Seoul National University College of Fine Arts Jan 2005 Eng, G.E. ● Seoul National University College of Pharmacy Mar 2010 3Pharm ● Seoul National University Aug 2011 All ● Seoul National University Institute of Green Bio Science and Technology Mar 2014 CEHFS Sungkyunkwan University Nov 2015 All ● Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology School of Design and Human Engineering Jun 2014 G.E., Eng College of Engineering and Active Polymer Center for Pattern Yonsei University Apr 2010 Eng, G.E., G.A. Integration Yonsei University Oct 2010 All ● Post-Graduate Division, Faculty of Economics and Business Laos National University of Laos May 2014 G.H.S. Management Multimedia University Sept 2010 All ● National University of Malaysia Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment Oct 2014 G.E., Eng ● Universiti Malaysia Sarawak Apr 2010 All ● Malaysia University Putra Malaysia Faculty of Agriculture Aug 2011 Hort, GSH Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Sept 2010 3Pharm Faculty of Science and Technology University of Malaya Feb 2013 All ● Mongolian University of Life Sciences Sept 2015 All Mongolia ● Mongolian University of Science and Technology School of Materials Science Nov 2002 CEReS Myanmar Yezin Agricultural University Sept 2014 GSH ● Nepal Tribuhuvan University Patan Multiple Campus Dec 2010 Litt ● Pakistan Agricultural University Peshawar Jul 2010 GSH The International Rice Research Institute Jun 2007 GSH College of Science, Graduate School, Research Center for the Philippines University of Santo Tomas May 2009 3Pharm Natural Sciences University of The Philippines Los Baños May 2013 All ● Institute for Infocomm Research Apr 2010 CFME, G.E. Nanyang Technological University Nov 2007 All Nanyang Technological University School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Sept 2012 Eng, G.E. ● National University of Singapore Faculty of Science Jul 2010 G.A. Singapore School of Design and Environment G.E., Eng, GSH, National University of Singapore Jan 2015 ● Department of Architecture Hoer, CEHFS Ngee Ann Polytechnic School of Engineering Feb 2011 Eng ● Singapore University of Technology and Design Apr 2015 All ● Chang Gung University Center for Biomedical Engineering Apr 2012 CFME Kaohsiung Medical University May 2012 All Ming Chuan University School of Design Nov 2012 Eng, G.E. ● Taiwan Ming Chuan University Nov 2015 All Nanhua University Department of NPO Management Nov 2007 CSTC National Central University College of Earth Science Dec 2012 G.S. National Cheng Kung University College of Planning and Design Jun 2005 Eng, G.E.

40 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Country University/Institute Starting Date Department National Cheng Kung University Dec 2006 All ● National Chiao Tung University College of Science Jan 210 G.A. ● National Chiao Tung University College of Humanities and Social Sciences Dec 2013 Eng, G.E. ● National Taipei University of Education Mar 2016 All ● National Taiwan Normal University College of Education Jul 2013 Edu, G.E.D. National Taiwan University College of Public Health Mar 2007 G.M. National Taiwan University College of Public Health Oct 2008 CEReS National Taiwan University Nov 2008 All National Taiwan University College of Bioresources and Agriculture Mar 2010 CEHFS National Taiwan University of Arts Jul 2012 All Taiwan ● National Tsing Hua University Department of Physics Dec 2012 G.A. National Tsing Hua University Feb 2015 All ● National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Dec 2006 All National Yunlin University of Science and Technology College of Design Aug 2009 Eng, G.E. ● Department of Tourism Management, Department of Shih Chien University May 2007 CSTC Recreation Management Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology Dec 2006 All ● Tatung University College of Design Feb 2012 Eng, G.E. ● The National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs) Jun 2015 All Tunghai University Sept 2008 All ● Asian Institute of Technology Aug 2012 All ● Chiang Mai University Jun 2015 All ● Chiang Mai University Faculty of Pharmacy Feb 1996 3Pharm ● Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Nov 2013 All ● Chulalongkorn University Sept 2000 All ● Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Apr 1990 Pharm ● Kasetsart University Mar 2000 All ● Khon Kaen University Faculty of Agriculture Dec 2009 Hort, GSH ● Khon Kaen University Faculty of Nursing Feb 2015 Nur King Mongkut’s University of Technology Tonburi School of Bioresources and Technology Aug 2004 Hort, GSH ● King Mongkut’s University of Technology Tonburi Mar 2013 All ● Mae Fah Luang University School of Agro-Industry Aug 2008 GSH ● Thailand Pharm, G.Pharm, Mahidol University Faculty of Pharmacy Apr 2000 ● G.M.P Mahidol University Faculty of Science Oct 2000 Hort, GSH ● Mahidol University Oct 2008 All ● National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Jul 2004 GSH Prince of Songkla University May 1996 All Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi Mar 2015 All ● Rangsit University Faculty of Architecture Feb 2016 Eng, G.E. ● Silpakorn University Mar 2011 All Silpakorn University Faculty of Pharmacy Dec 2002 G.M.P.G.Pharm Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology Jan 2010 All ● Eng, G.E., G.A., Thammasat University Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology Dec 2008 CFME Biotechnology Center of Ho Chi Minh City Oct 2014 GSH, CEHFS Hanoi Agricultural University Feb 2003 Hort, GSH Hanoi National University of Education Feb 2009 Edu, G.E.D. ● International University Dec 2015 All Vietnam Nong Lam University Feb 2013 All ● Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology Institute of Tropical Biology Jul 2004 Hort, GSH Vietnam Forestry University Dec 2014 CEReS Vietnam National University, Hanoi Faculty of Education Vietnam Jun 2003 Edu, G.E.D. ● Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh Faculty of Biology, University of Science Nov 2013 CEHFS

Europe Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Austria Medical University of Vienna Jun 2010 All Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Institute of Condensed Belgium Université catholique de Louvain Oct 2014 G.E., Eng ● Matter and Nanosciences Aalto University School of Science and Technology Jan 2010 All ● Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences Sept 2000 All ● Tampere University of Technology Dec 2015 All ● University of Art and Design Helsinki Jun 2008 All Finland ● University of Eastern Finland Sept 2004 All ● University of Jyväskylä Feb 2016 All ● University of Lapland Apr 2009 All ● University of Tampere School of Education Dec 2011 Edu ● Commissariat à L’Énergie Atomique et aux Énergies ● Alternatives (CEA/MINATEC) May 2013 Eng, G.E. France Institut Polytechnique de Grenoble (INP/MINATEC) Ecole Nationale Supérieure Création Industrielle Feb 2010 All ●

41 Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Paris la Villette Mar 2015 Eng, G.E. ● ESIGELEC – School of Engineering Rouen FRANCE Sept 2009 All ● Institut Albert Bonniot/ Inserm- CNRS-University Grenoble- Apr 2016 CPMS Alpes (U1209) Joint Research Center L’École de Design Nantes Atlantique Jan 2010 All France ● Strate School of Design Jun 2010 All ● Université de Bourgogne Centre International d’Études Françaises Nov 2015 CLE University of Rennes 1 May 2008 All ● University of Technology Compiegne Aug 2008 All ● University Paris-Est Creteil Val de Marne Sept 2007 All ● Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Oct 2010 All Cologne University of Applied Sciences Nov 2012 All ● Deutsches Rheuma-Forschungszentrum Berlin Aug 2013 CPMS Dresden University of Applied Science Faculty of Horticulture Nov 2008 GSH ● Dresden University of Applied Science Jun 2015 All ● Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg Faculty of Engineering Sciences Mar 2004 Eng, Sc&Tech Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf May 2007 All ● Humboldt-Universität May 2010 All Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultat I & Integrative Humboldt-Universitat Mar 2010 G.A. Research Institute for the Sciences Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Physikalisches Institute Dec 2011 G.A. Germany Leibniz Universitat Hannover Faculty of Architecture and Landscape Sciences Oct 2012 GSH ● Ludwig·Maximilians·University Muenchen Department of Chemistry Jun 2015 G.A. ● Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences Nov 2013 All ● Technische Universität Braunschweig Feb 2014 All Technische Universität Dresden Faculty of Architecture Mar 2014 GSH ● Universitat Augsburg Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences Dec 2010 G.A. Universität Heidelberg Mar 2010 All ● University of Bayreuth Faculty of Engineering Science Sept 2007 G.E. ● University of Göttingen May 1982 All ● University of Leipzig Mar 2000 All ● University of Wuerzburg Institute of Physics and Astronomy Sept 2009 G.A. Greek Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Feb 2014 All ● Faculty of Agricultural Water and Environmental Sent István University Feb 2001 Hort, GSH Hungary ● Management, Tesseedik Sámuel University Center University of Debrecen Jun 1996 All ● Istituto Di Superiore Industrie Artistiche-Roma May 2012 All ● Politecnico di Milano Oct 2009 All ● Sapienza University of Rome Feb 2013 All The University of Bologna The School of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Dec 2013 Hort, GSH Italy ● The University of Florence Faculty of Letters and Philosophy Mar 2011 Litt, G.H.S. Universita Iuav di Venezia Jul 2012 Eng, G.E. ● University of Basilicata School of Engineering Apr 2015 Sc, G.S. University of Trento Faculty of Engineering Dec 2000 Eng Netherlands Eindhoven University of Technology The Department of Industrial Design Oct 2009 Eng, G.E. ● Norway Gjøvik University College Faculty of Computer Science and Media Technology Sept 2014 G.A. ● Faculty of Philology, Faculty of Philosophy and Faculty of Jagiellonian University Mar 2003 Litt, G.H, Scc&H History Poland Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science, Faculty of Wroclaw University of Technology Sept 2011 Sc, G.S. Fundamental Problems of Technology Portugal IADE-U Instituto de Arte, Design e Empresa Mar 2013 All ● Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, St. Petersburg Institute for the Northern Peoples Nov 2004 Litt, Soc&H Lomonosov Moscow State University May 2007 All ● National Research University Higher School of Economics, Oct 2013 All ● Russia Russia Far Eastern Branch of Russian Academy of Science Pacific Oceanographic Institute May 1995 Sc Russian State University for the Humanities Jan 2004 G.H.S., Litt ● Russian State University for the Humanities Jul 2009 All ● Ryazan State University named for S. Yesenin Oct 2015 All ● Alcalingna Alcalá University Jul 2006 CLE Universidada Autonoma de Madrid Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies in Nanoscience Jan 2012 G.A. Spain Universitat Jaume I Apr 2015 All ● University of Salamanca Dec 2015 All ● Linkoping University Feb 2007 All ● Faculty of Landscape Planning, Horticulture and Agricultural Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Nov 2011 GSH Sweden ● Sciences Technology and Media Mid Sweden University Faculty of Science Mar 2015 Eng, G.E. ● Uppsala University Oct 2008 All Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) Feb 2008 All ● Bern University of Applied Sciences Dec 2012 All Switzerland ● Bern University of Applied Sciences College of Architecture, Wood and Building Jan 2008 GSH, G.E. ● University of Bern Artorg Center for Biomedical Engineering Oct 2012 G.E., CFME

42 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Arts University Bournemouth Dec 2013 CLE Language Centre University College Lodon Feb 2013 CLE Leeds Metropolitan University Faculty of Health and Social Sciences Jun 2014 Edu Northumbria University Nov 2015 All ● U.K The Glasgow School of Art Oct 2011 All ● The University of Sheffield Department of Landscape Mar 2013 GSH ● The University of Warwick Faculty of Arts Oct 1990 Litt ● University College London Institute of Education Mar 2011 All University of Bristol School of Geographical Sciences Mar 2013 G.S.

Latin America Country University/Institute Starting Date Department State University of Campinas Sept 2001 All Brasil University of São Paulo Faculty of Medicine May 2012 MMRC ● University of São Paulo Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science Aug 2014 G.Pharm, G.M.P. ● Chile Universidad Academia de Humanismo Cristiano Oct 2009 G.H.S. Autonomous University of Aguascalientes Centre of Design and Construction Science Jul 2004 Eng, Sc&Tech Autonomous University of Aguascalientes Oct 2011 All ● Panamerican University Dec 2015 All Mexico ● Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) Faculted de Arquitectura Sept 2015 Eng, G.E. Universidad Veracruzana Sept 2013 All ● University of Monterrey Jul 2014 All ● Panama University Nov 2014 CEHFS Panama Panama University Jan 2016 All ● Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá Jan 2016 All ● National University of Engineering Jan 2006 Eng, Sc&Tech Peru National University of Engineering Jan 2011 All

Middle East Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Egypt Cairo University Mar 2009 All ● Akdeniz University Jun 2011 All ● Istanbul Technical University Mar 2013 All Turkey ● Izmir University of Economics Faculty of Fine Arts and Design Sept 2013 Eng, G.E. ● Yildiz Technical University Oct 2013 All ● North America Country University/Institute Starting Date Department McGill University Oct 2015 All McGill University The Royal Institute for the Advancement of Learning Jan 2016 CPMS The University of Alberta The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Jan 1987 Med Canada The University of Alberta Sept 1996 All ● Faculty of Science, UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant The University of British Columbia Mar 2014 GSH Research Center of Excellence in Earth System Modeling and Chapman University Dec 2012 G.S. Observations College for Creative Studies Nov 2015 All Concordia University Wisconsin School of Education Mar 2013 Edu, G.E.D. Harvard School of Public Health President and Fellows of Harvard College Jun 2014 CPMS Purdue University Calumet Campus Oct 2015 All ● Rice University The George R.Brown School of Engineering Dec 2013 G.E., G.A. State University of New York at Stony Brook Apr 1996 All ● The New School Apr 2012 All ● The Pennsylvania State University College of Agricultural Sciences Jun 2013 GSH The State University of New York at Buffalo School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Oct 2010 G.A., Eng, G.E. ● The United States Pacific Command’s Joint POW/MIA Jun 2011 G.M. Accounting Command U.S.A. The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Jan 1984 All ● The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing Aug 1990 Nur The University of California, Los Angeles Sept 1996 All The University of California, San Diego Health Science Aug 2015 G.M.P The University of Cincinnati Jul 2012 All ● The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Sept 2013 Hort, GSH The University of Illinois at Chicago Sept 1996 All ● The University of Minnesota School of Public Health Jan 2009 CPMS Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College Feb 2010 Med, G.M.P. The University of Arizona May 2005 All ● University of Hawaii Department of Mathematics Apr 2014 Sc, G.S. ● University of Houston The College of Business Administration Aug 1990 LL&Econ The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine Mar 2007 Med University of Michigan School of Nursing Oct 1996 Nur

43 Country University/Institute Starting Date Department University of San Diego Hahn School of Nursing Jun 2011 Nur, G.N. University of Washington College of Built Environment Mar 2004 Hort, GSH ● U.S.A. University of Washington College of Environment Jun 2010 Hort, GSH University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Physics and Ice Cube Jun 2007 G.S. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Oct 2006 All ● OCEANIA Country University/Institute Starting Date Department Macquarie University Feb 2011 All Macquarie University WiMed Research Centre Sept 2014 CFME Monash University May 1994 All Australia ● RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology) Oct 2010 All ● The Australian National University Mar 1996 All ● The University of Sydney Feb 2000 All ● Massey University Sept 2013 All New Zealand ● The University of Aukland Maurice Wilkins Center Mar 2012 G.M.

Student exchange agreement ●

Department Name G.E.D. Graduate School of Education LL&Econ Faculty of Law and Economics All Inter-institute G.E. Graduate School of Engineering Med School of Medicine CEHFS Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences G.S. Graduate School of Science MMRC Medical Mycology Research Center CEReS Center for Environmental Remote Sensing G.H.S. Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences Nur School of Nursing CFME Center for Frontier Medical Engineering G.M. Graduate School of Medicine Pharm Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences CFMH Center for Forensic Mental Health G.M.P Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Sc Faculty of Science CFS Center for Frontier Science G.N Graduate School of Nursing Sc&Tech Graduate School of Science and Technology

CLE Center for Language Education G.Pharm Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences SJTU-CU Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Chiba Univer- CSTC Center for Sustainable Tourism Creation GSH Graduate School of Horticulture ICRC sity International Cooperative Research Center CPMS Center for Preventive Medical Sciences G.A Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science Soc&H Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities

Edu Faculty of Education Hort Faculty of Horticulture Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical 3Pharm Eng Faculty of Engineering Litt Faculty of Letters Sciences+Pharm+G.Pharm

ASIA 231 Chiba University Beijing Office Zhejiang IEC Indonesia IEC Thailand IEC EUROPE 87 Shanghai IEC Finland IEC Chiba University Ho Chi Minh City Office Russia IEC Shanghai ICRC Chiba University Berlin Office

NORTH・LATIN AMERICA 50 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Cincinnati IEC Mexico IEC MIDDLE EAST 5

AFRICA 2 383 agreements in 46 countries around the world

OCEANIA 8

44 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-8.International Student Enrollment FY 2015

AREA Countries Undergraduate Master’s Course Doctoral Course Others Total Bangladesh 1 7 (2) 1 (1) 9 (3) Cambodia 1 (1) 2 5 8 (1) China 90 166 (7) 140 (15) 297 (3) 693 (25) Hong Kong 1 (1) 1 (1) India 1 (1) 1 (1) 2 4 (2) 8 (4) Indonesia 4 (4) 19 (9) 36 (13) 56 (3) 115 (29) Korea 63 (21) 16 (2) 23 (3) 19 (7) 121 (33) Laos 1 2 3 (0) Malaysia 14 2 5 (1) 22 43 (1) ASIA Mongolia 4 (3) 3 2 6 15 (3) Myanmar 2 1 (1) 3 (1) Nepal 1 (1) 5 (2) 1 7 (3) Pakistan 1 1 2 (0) Singapore 1 2 3 (0) Sri Lanka 1 (1) 2 (1) 1 (1) 4 (3) Taiwan 2 2 13 27 44 (0) Thailand 1 16 (5) 66 (7) 83 (12) Vietnam 5 6 (3) 4 (1) 11 (1) 26 (5) Iran 7 (4) 2 9 (4) MIDDLE EAST Lebanon 1 1 (0) Turkey 1 1 (1) 21 (2) 23 (3) Egypt 2 (1) 2 (1) Ethiopia 2 (2) 2 (2) Ghana 1 (1) 1 (1) Kenya 1 (1) 1 (1) AFRICA Morocco 1 (1) 1 (1) Mozambique 1 (1) 1 (1) Nigeria 1 (1) 1 (1) 2 (2) South Africa 1 (1) 1 (1) Zimbabwe 2 (2) 2 (2) OCEANIA Australia 5 5 (0) Canada 1 1 (0) NORTH AMERICA U.S.A 4 (1) 16 20 (1) Brazil 1 (1) 2 (2) 5 (3) 8 (6) Chile 1 1 2 (0) Colombia 1 1 (0) Costa Rica 1 (1) 2 (1) 3 (2) Dominican Republic 1 (1) 1 (1) LATIN AMERICA Guatemala 1 (1) 1 (1) Jamaica 1 (1) 1 (1) Mexico 5 27 32 (0) Panama 6 6 (0) Paraguay 1 (1) 1 (1) Peru 3 (1) 2 (2) 5 (3) Belarus 1 (1) 1 (1) Belgium 1 1 (0) Bulgaria 5 (3) 5 (3) Finland 1 (1) 13 (1) 14 (2) France 1 (1) 13 (1) 14 (2) Germany 1 40 41 (0) Greece 14 14 (0) EUROPE Hungary 1 (1) 1 2 (1) Italy 8 8 (0) Russia 1 (1) 2 (2) 5 (3) 8 (6) Spain 1 (1) 1 (1) Sweden 6 6 (0) Switzerland 3 3 (0) Tajikistan 1 (1) 1 (1) U.K. 3 3 (0) Total 194 (35) 226 (28) 298 (68) 725 (45) 1,443 (176) ( ) shows the number of international students funded by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan

45 03-9. Overseas Offices and International Exchange Centers

Chiba University has been promoting spective students, and expanding the Chiba University Ho Chi Minh City academic networks in China. in response to the globalizations of the In 2010 - 2016, the university also the establishment of overseas offices Office in Vietnam, and Berlin Office in university’s educational and research - between the two universities, and Germany. These centers serve as liaison activities. national Exchange Centers at Mahidol also strengthen academic relationship opened 10 more overseas offices, Inter - student/researcher exchange. In 2007, the university opened its first University in Thailand, Zhejiang Uni through joint research programs and Applied Sciences in Finland, Universitas overseas office, Chiba University China versity in China, Seinäjoki University of Indonesia in Indonesia, Shanghai Jiao Contact in Japan Office in Beijing, China. The native cooperation with International Affairs International Affairs Division of coordinator handles various projects in Division of Chiba University, including of Monterrey in Mexico, Russian State Chiba University Tong University in China, University communicating with universities and University for the Humanities in Russia, institutions in China, assisting pro- University of Cincinnati in U.S.A., (E-mail: [email protected])

International Exchange Center at International Exchange Center at International Exchange Center International Exchange Center in Seinäjoki University of Applied Russian State University for the at Shanghai Jiao Tong University University of Cincinnati (U.S.A.) Sciences (Finland) Humanities (Russia) (China)

Beijing Office

Chiba University Berlin Office

Chiba University Ho Chi Minh City Office (Vietnam)

International Exchange Center at International Exchange Center at International Exchange Center at International Exchange Center at Zhejiang University (China) Mahidol University (Thailand) Universitas Indonesia (Indonesia) University of Monterrey (Mexico)

46 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-10. Overseas Campuses and Centers

Overseas Campus (San Diego)

In April 2016, Chiba University estab- innovative research in immunology results in basic research in allergy. lished a new collaborative research and to nurture global researchers. Utilizing the San Diego Research center at the School of Medicine of the UCSD is one of the leading universities Center and Chiba Research Centers University of California, San Diego in the United States and has produced on Inohana campus as launch pads (UCSD) as its United States base of many Nobel Prize winners. UCSD is for our research, we plan to expand “International Center of Excellence in the international research network of the Mucosal Immunology and Innova- of immunology, systematic biology, Chiba University to countries in Asia, an academic powerhouse in the fields metabolomics, and natural products Europe, and Africa in the future. University” where we aim to promote chemistry, while achieving exceptional tive Allergy Therapeutics at Chiba Overseas Campus (Berlin), Chiba University Berlin Office

universities. At this campus we intend to promote educational and research As part of the Top Global University activities centered on medicine and Project for which Chiba University pharmacology including public health was selected in 2014, Chiba University Campus within Charité Universitäts- and global health and to use this center established the Chiba University Berlin in Europe as a means of expanding our network of exchanges. medizin Berlin (Germany) in May 2016. is one of Europe’s largest medical Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Overseas Campus (Mahidol University)

by providing all lectures in English for global human resources through and hands-on experience through its As part of the Top Global University the Chiba University Mahidol Campus in on campus internship and training Project adopted in 2014, we will establish various joint programs with MUIC, Mahidol University International College program, and nurtures excellent human research in wide variety of areas while promoting international joint resources who challenge in a diverse including environment, health and food Mahidol University is one of the and globalized world in the future. with research institutions in ASEAN (MUIC) (Thailand) in JFY2016. top-ranked research universities in We will utilize the Mahidol Campus as countries. an overseas center of the development

Thailand. MUIC empowers its students Overseas Center (Bogor Agricultural University)

A top-level national university in including the sending and receiving of Indonesia for agriculture and horti- students and teachers under its Double Degree Agreement in landscape archi- contributes to the overall development - culture, Bogor Agricultural University of Indonesia through the development tural University in 2010 and short-term tecture concluded with Bogor Agricul of agricultural technology and the study programs as well as international Bogor Agricultural University campus training of human resources in regional science and technology programs and development. landscape education research network In the future, we will continue to ac- base for Asia as a whole, underpinned international joint research. these areas are highly regarded. Chiba tively promote the practical education by diverse natural environments, The university’s achievements in University has engaged in various society and culture. active exchanges with the university collaborative activities for building a and research through joint projects, and

47 Overseas Center (Russian State University for the Humanities)

In January 2016, Chiba University established “Chiba University Japan The history of the partnership with Center” in the Russian State University been having ongoing active exchanges, RSUH started in 2004, and we have for the Humanities (RSUH), a partner and it will continue to expand with this university of Chiba University, as a Center. place for exchanges between overseas “Chiba University Japan Center” embod- students and researchers. ies the academic research and educa- committed to the intellectual and social RSUH is one of the top-ranked research tional opportunities through its diverse development of all who spend time programs, services and facilities. As the here; students, staff, faculty, alumni, Literature in Russia. exchange hub in Russia, the Center is and guests. universities in the field of Russian Overseas Center (Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Chiba University International Cooperative Research Center)

co-invested and co-operated by Shang- currently consists of three divisions of Shanghai Jiao Tong University and ers in next generation. The center University. It aims at promoting the system biomechanics, biorobotics and Chiba University jointly established hai Jiao Tong University and Chiba Chiba University International Co- most advanced research and academic- biomedical engineering, and it will be Shanghai Jiao Tong University and industrial collaboration and conducts further expanded to other research double doctoral degree (DDD) program operative Research Center (SJTU-CU to nurture the world-leading research- ICRC) on July 8, 2011. The SJTU-CU fields in the future. ICRC is a joint research center, which is 03-11. International Support Desk (ISD)

Campus & daily life Nishi-Chiba campus (main office) International Support Desk (ISD) . opening a bank account Center for International Education, . 1st Floor Functions as a primary contact for . nurseries / schools finding a clinic : international students and research- . leisure venues Fax : ers who seek help in adapting to life . use of a bicycle on campus Tel +81-43-290-2195 in Japan and at Chiba University. ISD . food/restaurants +81-43-290-2198 provides the latest information and Inohana campus branch ISD also provides information about services handled by the Center for specific advice on: School of Medicine, Main Building, Immigration formalities International Education (CIE) and : 1st floor . visa application / extension Fax : . changing residential status include: Tel +81-43-226-2009 International Student Division. These bringing your family members to +81-43-226-2502 . Matsudo campus branch Japan . Japanese language courses . . Intercultural activities . Exchanges with local communities : Resident card (Zairyu card) Administration Building, 1st floor Resident formalities Counseling for international students Fax : . Tel +81-47-308-8743 . National Health Insurance . Language support by Japanese +81-47-308-8720 . students/tutors - . Housing national/isd/english/index.html Moving-in/out notifications http://www.chiba-u.ac.jp/inter . Scholarships Email :

[email protected]

48 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-12. Double Degree Program as of May 1, 2016

education with both universities students from and dispatching students program through which Chiba Uni- awarding degrees. to graduate schools of sister universi- The double degree program is a versity and sister universities discuss Chiba University offers double degree curriculum and mutual recognition programs in order to nurture human Italy since 2008. ties in China, Thailand,● Indonesia and of credits attained by students at the resources with international perspec- other institutions, and jointly provide tives. The university has been accepting

Degree Starting Country Partner University and Department Chiba University Field of Study Master Doctor Year

Tsinghua University, School of Architecture Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2008 ● Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Media and Design Graduate School of Engineering Design 2009 ● Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Naval Architecture, Graduate School of Engineering Biomechanics 2009 Ocean and Civil Engineering ●

Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Agriculture and Biology Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2011 China ● ● Zhejiang University, College of Software Technology Graduate School of Engineering Design 2011 ● Zhejiang University, International Design Institute Graduate School of Engineering Design 2011 ● University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Electronic Graduate School of Engineering 2015 School of Electronic Engineering Engineering ●

Nanjing Agricultural University, College of Horticulture Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2015 ● Graduate School of Bogor Agricultural University Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2010 ● Graduate School of Engineering, University of Indonesia, Faculty of Engineering, Graduate School of Advanced Medical Engineering 2012 Faculty of Mathematic and Natural Science ● ● Integration Science, CEReS

Graduate School of Advanced Udayana University, Post Graduate Program Remote Sensing 2012 Integration Science, CEReS ● ●

Graduate School of Advanced Universitas Gadjah Mada, Faculty of Geography Remote Sensing 2012 Integration Science, CEReS ● ●

Universitas Hasanuddin, Faculty of Mathematics and Graduate School of Engineering, Indonesia Natural Science, Postgraduate Studies Program, Graduate School of Advanced Remote Sensing 2012 ● ● Center for Research and Community Development Integration Science, CEReS

Graduate School of Hoticulture, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Faculty of Visual art and Design, Center for Environment, Health and Horticulture Faculty of Earth Sciences and Technology, School of Life 2012 Field Sciences, Graduate School of Remote Sensing ● ● Sciences and Technology Advanced Integration Science, CEReS

Graduate School of Advanced Integration Padjadjaran University, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Science, Graduate School of Horticulture, Design, Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Agricultural-Industrial Technology, Center for Environmental Remote 2012 Remote Sensing ● ● Faculty of Geology, Graduate School of Environmental Study Sensing, Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences

Mahidol University, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2008 ● Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Silpakorn University, Faculty of Pharmacy Sciences, Graduate School of Medical Pharmaceutical 2012 ● and Pharmaceutical Sciences

King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Thailand Graduate School of Horticulture Horticulture 2014 School of Bioresources and Technology ●

Mahidol University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical 2015 Faculty of Graduate Studies Sciences ●

Thammasat University of Thailand, Sirindhorn International Graduate School of Engineering, Medical Engineering 2016 Institute of Technology CFME ●

Graduate School of Humanities and Italy University of Florence Art History 2014 Social Sciences ●

49 03-13. Budget / Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research FY 2016

BudgetClassification / Revenue Amount (million yen) Management Exchanges Grant 17,929 Facility Maintenance Grant 195 Grant for Specific Purposes for Research and Education 1,223 Facility Grant from Center for Natural University Finance and Management 81 Self-Income 39,869 Tuition and Entrance Examination Fee ( 7,993 ) University Hospital ( 31,336 ) Miscellaneous ( 540 ) Industry-University Research Cooperation and Endowment 5,625 Allowance Reserve Fund Use 213 Long Term Liability 862 Balance Brought Forward from Previous Planning Period 0 Deposit Fund Use 80 Total 66,077

BudgetClassification / Expenditure Amount (million yen) Operating Expense 56,511 Education and Research ( 23,900 ) Medical Examination ( 32,611 ) Facility Maintenance 1,138 Grant for Specific Purposes for Research and Education 1,223 Industry-University Research Cooperation and Endowment 5,625 Redemption of Long Term Liability 1,580 Total 66,077

BudgetCategories / Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research Number of Accepted Projects Amount Received (Thousand Yen) Specially Promoted Research 1 65 Scientific Research on Innovative Areas 48 265,743 Scientific Research (S) 11 110,004 Scientific Research (A) 71 228,167 Scientific Research (B) 217 504,389 Scientific Research (C) 508 567,676 Exploratory Research 112 148,019 Young Scientists (S) 0 0 Young Scientists (A) 7 46,424 Young Scientists (B) 146 210,228 Research Activity Start-up 24 32,089 JSPS Fellows 66 66,603 Encouragement of Scientists 18 9,434 Publication of Scientific Results 0 0 Special Purposes 0 0 Fund for the Promotion of Joint International Research 4 13,065 Health and Labour Sciences Research 37 57,141 Japanese Orthopaedic Association Projects 1 7,000 JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Foreign Researchers 2 722 Others 1 3,000 Total 1,274 2,269,769

50 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 03-14. Joint Research Projects / University Fees

Joint Research Projects3,000 / Number of Accepted2,818 Proposals 2,745 2,801 2,651 2,709

2,500 2,101

2,000

1,500

1,000

523 560 520 563 577 583 500

347 251 281 290 308 306 0 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Joint Research Projects2,500 / Total Amount (million yen) 2,332

2,062 2,000

1,639 1,357 1,340 1,500 1,416 1,396 1,508 1,228 1,454 1,512 1,267 1,000

639 556 531 441 481 500 425

0 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Collaboration with Non-governmental Institutions Commissioned Research Grant and Endowment ● ● ●

University Fees (FY 2016)

Entrance Tuition Classification Admission Fee Examination Fee (per year) Undergraduate Students 17,000 yen 282,000 yen 535,800 yen Master’s Program 30,000 yen 282,000 yen 535,800 yen Graduate Students Doctoral Program 30,000 yen 282,000 yen 520,800 yen Law School 30,000 yen 282,000 yen 804,000 yen Research Students 9,800 yen 84,600 yen 346,800 yen Specially Registered Non-degree Students 9,800 yen 28,200 yen 14,800 yen/credit From Sister Universities with Fee Waiver Agreement Waived Exchange Students Other than Above Waived 14,800 yen From Sister Universities with Fee Waiver Agreement Waived Exchange Research Students Other than Above Waived 346,800 yen As of January 2013; fees are subject to change. All values are in Japanese yen.

51 04 Undergraduate

04.1 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 04.2 Faculty of Letters 04.3 Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics 04.4 Faculty of Education 04.5 Faculty of Science 04.6 Faculty of Engineering 04.7 Faculty of Horticulture 04.8 School of Medicine 04.9 Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences 04.10 School of Nursing 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan Tel +81-43-290-3607 Fax +81-43-290-3608 http://www.las.chiba-u.jp/english/index.html E-mail [email protected] 04-1. Nishi-Chiba Campus College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), established in 2016, is the newest of the 10 faculties and schools that comprise the Chiba University. Its principal mission is to contribute to solving complex global issues, for which - equate answers, and to help shape our no single field of study can provide ad global society. Through teaching and

CLAS expands our knowledge, theory research various scientific fields, the and practice in the most fundamental questions in the humanities, social, natural and life sciences. With the 46 tenured faculty members and some 20 other faculty members of the Chiba University, the CLAS play a leading role in educational reforms of our whole Overview of the CLAS tive and independent learning, service university. Unlike existing faculties where stu- learning and community engagement dents deepen their specialist knowl- - approach, students progressively ac- and field-based learning. Through this dents at the CLAS build their specialist quire skills in the following areas: edge in a specific field of study, stu knowledge through their discovery of issues as they undertake a “blended” 1 Analyzing Japan and the world in detail Through blending of Global Studies, 2 Identifying global issues that need to study in the various fields of sciences. Contemporary Japanese Studies and be resolved Integrated Science Studies, we offer 3 new values in the meaning of educa- of study required to solve problems Selecting knowledge from many fields tion. In order to achieve the objective 4 Integrating knowledge and methods of nurturing the development of human step-by-step to solve problems resources, the CLAS adopts new ap- 5 Resolving issues through graduation proaches to education, by which stu- research or graduation thesis dents can gain broad and deep insights 6 Communicating solutions to the into the global issues. We introduce world with an excellent command of new methods of learning such as ac- English

53 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 04-2 263-8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2343 Fax +81-43-290-2356 Faculty of Letters http://www.l.chiba-u.ac.jp/ E-mail [email protected]

Nishi-Chiba Campus

The Faculty of Letters aims to foster history, phylosophy, sociology, psychol- globally minded students who, with ogy, anthropology, and in the relatively the ability to process information and analyze a wide variety of media, culti- cognitive and information science new fields of cross- cultural studies, vate a keen interest in human beings, and theoretical linguistics. Progress- societies and cultures. Each student is ing from fundamentals to specialties, expected to develop his/her own re- students are given the opportunity to search topic of interest, and to develop broaden their knowledge and skills and the problem-solving abilities required to use them to contribute to society. to contribute as a member of the global community. ways of thinking helps students devel- Studying scientific, logical and critical op original ideas and makes them crea- tive and productive in their academic Division of Behavioral Sci- studies and in their future careers. The ences Faculty’s philosophy is to encourage Philosophy, Cognitive and Informa- students to be humane leaders in this tion Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, globalizing world. Cultural Anthropology The Division of Behavioral Sciences ed- Division of History Cultural Heritage, History of Images ways of thinking, advanced linguistic ucates students in scientific and logical and Documents, History ability, and in developing an unbiased and independent mind. Division of Japanese Stud- ies The Division of History educates Japanese Literature, Japanese Lin- students in the use of historical data, guistics/Applied Japanese Linguistics, including letters, material objects and Eurasian Languages and Cultures images, and to analyze personal or local issues from historical and universal Division of International viewpoints. Languages and Cultures Comparative Culture Studies, Literary The Division of Japanese Studies devel- Studies, Linguistic and Cultural Studies ops students’ linguistic ability in both Japanese and foreign tongues and moti- Publications vates them to deepen their knowledge Jimbun Kenkyu (The Journal of the of Japan and the Eurasian world. Humanities) The Division of International Languag- Admission Policy es and Cultures develops students’ in- The Faculty of Letters offers a wide terest and ability in the languages and cultures of foreign countries, and in and international languages, literature, appreciating the diversity of cultures. range of courses in the fields of national

54 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan Tel +81-43-290-2343 Fax +81-43-290-2356 http://www.le.chiba-u.ac.jp/eng/index.html E-mail [email protected] 04-3. Nishi-Chiba Campus Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics

The Faculty of Law, Politics and Publications have basic knowledge of social sciences Economics is the sole center of social The Faculty publishes three academic as well as history and geography, in sciences both in education and in journals (in Japanese): Law, Economics, addition to enough ability to conduct research at Chiba University. Students and Public Philosophy. academic discussions in Japanese. For can choose their major from four cat- those who intend to choose Majors in egories: Law, Economics, Management Admission Policy Economics or in Management and Ac- and Accounting, and Politics and Policy The Faculty encourages students to counting, it is strongly recommended to Studies. develop the ability to challenge the take a course of Mathematics. Students Students in the faculty acquire the obstacles we face and to contribute to may need basic knowledge of natural ability to analyze and to tackle so- build a better society in the future by sciences in order to understand envi- cial problems in comprehensive and utilizing the knowledge and methods ronmental problems and technology interdisciplinary manner by developing that they learn in the Faculty. For that innovation. their skills to understand the mecha- purpose, applicants are expected to nism and phenomena of the contempo- possess: deep understanding of social rary societies. phenomena, insightful and critical ways of thinking, high ethical integrity and compassion, and the ability to ex- Major in Law press themselves and to communicate Public Law, Private Law, Criminal Law, with others in a logical manner. Theoretical Jurisprudence etc. The Faculty requires the applicants to

Major in Economics Economic Theory, Econometrics, Ap- plied Economics, Development Econo- my etc.

Major in Management and Accounting Basic Accounting, Marketing Research, International Management etc.

Major in Politics and Policy Studies Basic Politics, Public Philosophy, Inter- national Politics, Labor Economics etc.

55 The Faculty of Education dates back to The Training Division for Training Division for the Education the year 1872, the year of the establish- School Health Nursing of Children with Special Needs seeks ment of the modern educational system (Yogo) Teachers applicants who have a strong interest in Japan, and it has the longest history in and enthusiasm for special support of all the faculties in this university. Publications education, which is the starting point of Its main aim is to train its students to Bulletin of the Faculty of Education, education that places a great emphasis undertake leading positions in a wide Chiba University (published annually in on each child’s needs. range of educational institutions. Japanese) Training Division for Kindergarten Research in Teaching Strategies and Teachers seeks applicants who have a Learning Activities: A Bulletin of the strong interest in young children, can Five Divisions of Teacher Center for Research, Training and Guid- see things in perspective, and have the Trainning ance in Educational Practice, Faculty of Education, Chiba University (published The Training Division for annually in Japanese) Trainingability to Divisionthink flexibly. for School Health Elementary School Teachers Nursing (Yogo Teachers) seeks appli- Japanese Language Education, So- Admission Policy cants who have interest and eagerness cial Studies Education, Mathematics The Faculty of Education seeks stu- in the activities of school nurses, and Education, Science Education, Music dents who take a wide-ranging interest have the power of logical thought con- Education, Drawing and Handicraft in various educational issues concern- cerning matters of health. Education, Physical Education, Home ing school and home, can engage in Economics Education, Educational positive communication with others, Science, Educational Psychology, Craft and are willing to develop new possi- and Technology Education, Elementary bilities in themselves as well as others, School English Education in a rapidly changing modern society. It also seeks applicants who can maintain The Training Division for a positive attitude to self-study, while Junior High School Teachers teaching and training others as future Japanese Language Education, Social teachers. Studies Education, Mathematics Educa- tion, Science Education, Music Educa- Training Division for Elementary tion, Figurative Arts Education, Educa- School Teachers seeks applicants who tion for Health and Sports, Technology have interest and wide- ranging basic Education, Home Economics Education, academic ability in elementary school English Education. education, and are eager for independ- ent solutions to problems and coopera- The Training Division for the tive realization of goals. Education of Children with Special Needs Training Division for Junior High School Teachers seeks applicants who have The Training Division for interest and learning abilities in junior Kindergarten Teachers high school education and each subject, and can participate willingly in discus- sions and communication with others.

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan 04-4. Tel +81-43-290-2505 Fax +81-43-290-2519 http://www.education.chiba-u.jp/ Faculty of Education E-mail [email protected]

Nishi-Chiba Campus

56 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 04-5. Faculty of Science

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan Tel +81-43-290-2872 Fax +81-43-290-2874 http://www.s.chiba-u.ac.jp/English/index.html E-mail [email protected]

Nishi-Chiba Campus

departments and in active in both edu- The Faculty of Science comprises five cation and research. It offers a diversity of programs ranging from introductory courses for absolute beginners, via mul- ti-disciplinary subjects, to pioneering sciences and their applications for more advanced learners. The Faculty helps students become all-round scientists, experts and/or assets to the industry and communities.

Department of Mathemat- Department of Earth Sci- Admission Policy ics and Informatics ences Studying natural sciences involves Algebra, Geometry, Analysis, Applied Earth Interior Sciences, Earth Surface Analysis, Probability and Statistics, Sciences, Environmental Remote Sens- understanding of the universe, earth, finding and solving the problems in our Mathematical Informatics ing life, materials, and so forth, in pursuing the truth and contributing the advance Department of Physics Publications of our human society. Therefore, to be Elementary Particle Physics and Astro- Technical Reports of Mathematical admitted into our undergraduate pro- physics, Quantum Many Body Physics, Sciences, Chiba University (Published grams, the applicants must have: Condensed Matter Physics annually in English) 1 Strong interests in natural world Department of Chemistry Fundamental Material Chemistry, Func- problems. and willingness to solve its scientific tional Material Chemistry 2 Willingness to keep studying sciences and mathematics to a higher level. Department of Biology 3 Passion to study natural sciences to Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biodi- contribute to our communities. versity and Evolutionary Biology

57 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan Tel +81-43-290-3034 04-6. Fax +81-43-290-3039 http://www.eng.chiba-u.ac.jp/e-index.html Faculty of Engineering E-mail [email protected] Nishi-Chiba Campus

The Faculty of Engineering consists of ten departments: Departments of Architecture, Urban Environment Sys- tems, Design, Mechanical Engineering, Medical System Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nanosci- ence, Applied Chemistry and Biotech- nology, Image Science, and Informatics and Imaging Systems. Most of the aca- demic staff in the Faculty are also fully Department of Design Department of Applied responsible for research and education Product Development, Information Chemistry and Biotechnol- within the two- year Master’s and the and Communication, Environmental ogy three-year Doctoral Programs in the Humanomics Biofunctional Chemistry, Sustainable Graduate School of Engineering. Organic Chemistry, Inorganic and Department of Mechanical Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry for Ef- Engineering Science and Mechanics of Materials ficient Conversion of Natural Resources and Processing, Manufacturing and Department of Image Sci- Machine Elements, Systems Control and ence Biomechanical Engineering, Fluid and Materials science and engineering for Thermal Energy Conversion for Aero- Image recording and display, Optical space and Global Environment sciences for imaging, Image analysis Department of Architec- and evaluation ture Department of Medical Architectural Design and Planning, System Engineering Department of Informatics Design Theory, History of Architecture Signal Processing, Medical Imaging, and Imaging Systems and Conservation of Historic Build- Medical Electronics, Medical Instru- Computer Science, Network, VLSI ings, Urban Design and Regeneration/ mentation and Robotics. Systems, Software, Complex Systems, Conservation, Construction (includ- Neuro Informatics, Computer Vision, ing traditional timber) and Project Department of Electrical Speech Processing, Human Interface, Management, Building Environment, and Electronics Engineering Physics-Based Information and Visual- Mechanical Systems, Energy Saving Waves and Circuits, Material Physics Information Processing, Color Vision, Planning, Structural Design (steel & and Devices, Systems and Control, In- Color Imaging Systems, Image Sensing reinforced concrete) and Materials, formation and Telecommunications and Reproduction Earthquake, Fire & Disaster-resistant Design Department of Nanosci- Publications ence The faculty publishes “FACULTY OF Department of Urban En- Physical Science and Technology of ENGINEERING, CHIBA UNIVERSITY” vironment Systems Molecular-Based Materials and Devices, annually in Japanese. Urban Planning and Design, Urban Physical Science and Technology of Infrastructure Engineering, Urban En- Nanoscale Quantum Materials and vironment Engineering,Urban Informa- Devices, Basic Theoretical Physics of tion Engineering Nanoscale Materials and Devices

58 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Admission Policy technologies including community and professional competency. The Faculty of Engineering considers urban-environment designs, urban - infrastructure planning, sustainable Department of Nanoscience calls for : ing at the creation of a richer human energy, recycling systems, and informa- Applicants with dreams, inquiring engineering as “a practical field aim culture.” In order to educate the techni- tion & communication technologies. minds, and persistence, who want to cal experts and researchers needed Applicants who have jobs but want to create a new science and technology by to underpin our vision of society, the enhance their personal growth oppor- manipulating the “nano-world” at an Faculty of Engineering is eager for ap- tunities are also welcome. atomic and molecular scale. plicants who are by nature interested in developing : Department of Design calls for : Ap- Department of Applied Chemistry plicants eager to understand and learn and Biotechnology calls for : Appli- 1 The curiosity and spirit of enquiry about design as practical science and cants with the basic understanding and that never tires of asking “WHY?” the integration of academic disciplines, interests needed for research and the 2 The power to consider actively technologies and arts so as to con- application of research in chemistry, “WHAT needs to be done.” tribute to solving various problems from the standpoint of functional mate- 3 The power to conceive “HOW aims concerning human beings and environ- rials, biotechnology, and environmental can best be achieved” and take appro- ments from the viewpoint of design. harmonization. priate action. Department of Mechanical Engi- Department of Image Science calls neering calls for : Applicants with the for : Applicants with the ambition to spirit to create a framework for human create a human-friendly society by society based upon mathematics and utilizing imaging technologies sup- physics, who have a strong desire to ported by fundamental sciences and understand and study mechanical also to become sophisticated scientists

systems for our future development. industrial and social problems. engineering and the science of artificial and engineers who can tackle scientific,

In addition to this, the various depart- Department of Medical System En- Department of Informatics and ments within the faculty have the fol- gineering calls for : Applicants keen Imaging Systems calls for : Applicants lowing special requirements : to play a part in medical engineering, with the ambition to create a novel and hence contribute to that most basic information society and handle intel- Department of Architecture calls for of human needs, the provision of good ligent systems using wide- research- : Applicants with creative and inquir- health, through the development of generation and retrieval of information ing minds who are keen to learn how medical equipment and techniques. field techniques concerned with the to create good architecture to raise the and images. quality of the built environment and Department of Electrical and Elec- urban contexts, and acquire a profound tronic Engineering calls for : Appli- understanding of attendant problems. cants with understanding of the social importance of electrical and electronic Department of Urban Environment engineering and a strong desire to Systems calls for : Applicants who contribute to its technological develop- have an interest in ideal urban environ- ment, who have the will and intellec- ments and thus want to study related tual background to achieve specialized

59 04-7. Faculty of Horticulture

648, Matsudo, Matsudo-shi, Chiba, 271-8510 Japan Tel +81-47-308-8706 Fax +81-47-308-8720 http://www.h.chiba-u.jp/english/index.html E-mail [email protected]

Matsudo Campus

The Faculty of Horticulture, which Each of our four departments looks for is located on top of a scenic hill in Department of Horticul- prospective students who are eager to ; Matsudo City, has major academic and ture international contributions in horti- Horticultural Plant Production and Department of Horticulture Study culture and landscape science since it Breeding and Environment Science for biology and advanced technologies Bioproduction for cultivation and breeding of plants, faculty known by the name of horti- and physical, chemical and biological was first founded in 1909. It is the only culture among all Japanese national Department of Applied control of environmental conditions for universities. Specialized academic staff Biological Chemistry horticulture. endeavors to train students who can Applied Biological Chemistry contribute to the successful manage- Department of Applied Biological ment of natural resources as well as Department of Environ- Chemistry Study theories and new the administration and marketing of mental Science and Land- technologies for biochemical and mo- related industries. And our staff and scape Architecture lecular research on plants, animals and students together work with issues on Landscape Architecture, Landscape microorganisms with the will to solve environmental protection and the crea- Science, Environmental and Human problems in food, environment and hu- tion of sound living environments. Health Sciences man health.

Department of Food and Department of Environmental Science Resource Economics and Landscape Architecture Study en- Food and Resource Economics vironmental science, planning, design, engineering and management of land- Admissions Policy scape in order to preserve and create Our expectations of students ; beautiful human space and sustainable ecosystems. 1 “food and green” and to challenge new Department of Food and Resource Eco- High interests to work in the field of nomics 2 Completion of earlier general educa- globalizing society with knowledge of findings and creation. Contribute to a diversified and tion (e.g., high school) social sciences and a frontier spirit for 3 Willingness to work in groups with tackling food, rural development, and respect and communication for others environmental issues. 4 Eagerness to contribute communities as a professional agronomist, breeder, engineer or landscape architect from both global and local viewpoints.

60 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan Tel +81-43-222-7171 Fax +81-43-226-2005 http://www.m.chiba-u.ac.jp/index-e.html E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus 04-8. School of Medicine

The history of Chiba University School Admission Policy 1 Capability of creative and logical of Medicine can be traced back as The School of Medicine educates the thinking early as 1874, when its predecessor students in the hope that they will 2 High ethical standards and a strong was founded as a private hospital by become leading medical doctors, sense of mission donations from the local community. In physician scientists and life scien- 3 Willingness to sincerely devote them- 1876 it became a prefectural institution tists. Therefore, to be admitted into selves to people and community with medical teaching facilities and undergraduate program of the School 4 Ambition to become leading physi- was named the Chiba Public Hospital. of Medicine, promising applicants are cian scientists in the world expected to be healthy and highly intel- College, and was incorporated into the In 1923 it became the Chiba Medical lectual individuals with: School of Medicine at Chiba University contributed greatly to the progress of in 1949. Alumni from this school have medicine in Japan. Faculty members of the school belong to the Graduate School of Medicine and the University Hospital. The number of students admitted is 122 per year. The School of Medicine requires six years (117 students) or four years (5 students of the MD-PhD course ) of attendance, the basic and clinical medical courses. as well as sufficient ability to complete

61 04-9. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8675 Japan Tel +81-43-226-2941 . Fax +81-43-226-2857 http://www.p.chiba-u.jp/e/index.html . E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Department of Pharmacy drugs with good relationship to medi- was founded as the Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Life and Environ- cal partners such as doctors, nurses, Pharmacy in the Medical School of the mental Sciences and technicians. is the oldest pharmaceutical faculty The following applicants are suitable First Senior High School in 1890, and Department of Pharma- among Japanese national universities. ceutical Sciences for the faculty: Since then, the Faculty has greatly con- Molecular-based Medicinal Sciences, tributed to the development of phar- 1 The person who has not only strong Drug Development and Life Sciences maceutical sciences in Japan through research mind but also high logical education and research works. The Admission Policy sense. Faculty consists of two departments: 2 The person who persist to research in Department of Pharmacy (6 year life or medicinal sciences after gradua- education program) and Department of The research and educational fields of tion of higher education. following three sections. Pharmaceutical Sciences (4 year educa- the faculty can be classified into the 3 The person who can act as a leading tion program). The graduates from the pharmacist. 1 Research and development of medi- cines usable for treatment, diagnosis, to take the national examination for the Department of Pharmacy are qualified and prevention of diseases. pharmacist’s license. 2 Study on chemical substances which are essential, or harmful, to human public health. 3 Professional education as a medicinal expert who can reasonably manage medicines, precisely examine prescrip- tions, and correctly explain how to use

62 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 04-10 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8672 Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2377 . Fax +81-43-226-2379 http://www.n.chiba-u.jp/ School of Email [email protected] Nursing Inohana Campus

The School of Nursing has dedicated to assuring humanistic and quality nurs- ing care for individuals, families and communities. Since its establishment in

number of nurse leaders and scholars 1975, the School has produced a large and is acknowledged to be the leading nursing school for the advancement of nursing discipline in Japan.

The School of Nursing offers a program leading to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The School also offers an RN-BSN option for registered nurses with an associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. The BSN program aims to prepare nurse leaders of the future. The program builds on knowledge foundation in biological, behavioral and social sciences and humanities. Upon

successful completion of the required Department of Nursing Admission Policy Frontier Practice Nursing, Life Innova- Nursing as a human science entails respect for human dignity and protec- the national licensure examinations tion Nursing, and Cultural Frontiers of courses, graduates are qualified to take tion of human rights in generating and for nurses, public health nurses, and/or Nursing promoting excellence in nursing practice midwives. and education. The School of Nursing thus seeks to admit and educate students with:

1 Interest in nursing and sincere and altruistic concern for the welfare of people; 2 Openness to perspectives of others; Publications 3 Ability to articulate, while maintain- Journal of Chiba University School of ing sensitivity and integrity in inter- Nursing (Published annually in Japa- personal skills; nese) Journal of Nursing and Human 4 Creative and logical reasoning and Sciences(Published annually in English) critical thinking skills founded in mul- tiple perspectives of knowing; and 5 Willingness to know and engage in self-directed learning.

63 05.1 Graduate School of Education 05.2 Graduate School of Nursing 05.3 Graduate School of Science 05.4 Graduate School of Engineering 05.5 Graduate School of Horticulture 05.6 Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences 05.7 Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science 05.8 Graduate School of Medicine 05 05.9 Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences 05.10 Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate 05.11 Law School

64 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Faculties Master’s Programs Doctoral Programs

Humanities and Social Sciences Formation of Area Cultures / Studies on Letters Public Affairs / Studies on Social Sciences / Graduate School of Education Synthetic Cultural Studies / Advanced Man- agement Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences Graduate School of Nursing Studies of Public Affairs Studies of Social Sciences Graduate School of Science Law School Law, Studies of Cultural Sciences Graduate School of Engineering Politics and Three-year course, Two-year course Economics (Professional Degree) Graduate School of Horticulture

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences Education Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science School Education The United Graduate School Education Division of Advanced Professional of Education Development in Education Graduate School of Medicine (Professional Degree Course)

Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Graduate School of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Science Science Science Mathematics and Informatics / Physics / Mathematics and Informatics / Physics / Law School Chemistry / Biology / Earth Sciences Chemistry / Biology / Earth Sciences

Engineering Engineering Architecture and Urban Science / Design Architecture and Urban Science / Design Engineering Science / Articial Systems Science / Applied Science / Articial Systems Science / Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Chemistry and Biotechnology

Horticulture Horticulture Environmental Horticulture Environmental Horticulture Horticulture Advanced Integration Science Advanced Integration Science Nanoscience / Information Sciences Nanoscience / Information Sciences

Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Frontier Medicine Pharmacy Medicine Advanced Preventive Medicine Frontier Pharmaceutical Sciences

United Graduate School of Child Devel- opment, Osaka University, Kanazawa University, Hamamatsu University Pharma- Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences ceutical General Pharmaceutical Sciences School of Medicine, Chiba University and University of Fukui Sciences Medical Sciences Cognitive Behavioral Science

Nursing Nursing Nursing / Systems Management Nursing Nursing / Systems Management Nursing Nursing Nursing Disaster Nursing

65 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan 05-1. . Tel +81-43-290-2505 . Fax +81-43-290-2519 . http://www. Graduate School of education.chiba-u.jp/ . E-mail [email protected] Education Nishi-Chiba Campus

Master’s Program Admission Policy Division of School Education The Graduate School of Education aims • Division of Education and Human to impart in-depth knowledge from a Development broad perspective that builds on a foun- • Division of Interdisciplinary Curricu- dation of general and specialized educa- lum Development tion acquired as an undergraduate, • Division of Language, Human and and train human resources capable of Social Science Education creatively promoting education theory • Division of Mathematics, Science and and practice. Accordingly, we seek to ad- In the Graduate School of Education Technology Education mit individuals capable of researching, (Master’s Program), the aim is to train • Division of Fine Arts, Music, Health developing and recommending new edu- students in the theory of educational and Physical Education cational content, assuming a leadership research, to develop their creativity, role in schools, and collaborating with and to promote a deeper understanding Division of Advanced Professional communities to supervise education in of their particular academic discipline. Development in Education (Profes- schools and communities as a whole. Division of Advanced Professional sional Degree Course) Division of Advanced Professional Development in Education (Profes- Development in Education (Professional Furthermore, the United Graduate sional Degree Course) offers training Degree Course) aims to develop middle School of Education, which offers a of systematical advanced professional leaders in Japanese schools, and has a knowledge regarding school manage- three-year Doctoral Program, has been established through the cooperative ment or students’ counselling for leader of studies on clinical psychology for efforts of Tokyo Gakugei University, field of school management and a field teacher candidates, and aims to develop schools. Curriculum involves contents Saitama University, Chiba University to challenge present issues regarding leadership and performance compe- and Yokohama National University. influential teachers who have powerful school administration and management, tencies to support modern Japanese and school guidance and counselling for schools. unadaptable behavior of students.

05-2 Three-year Master’s Admission Policy . Programs Chiba University Graduate School of Graduate • Nursing Systems Management : Nursing aims to systematically teach Hospital Nursing Systems Management, and research fundamental theories School of Community Health Nursing Systems - Management, Long Term Care Facilities ous activities in nursing practice and Nursing that provide a scientific basis for vari Nursing Systems Management, Nurs- their applications, and to train nurse 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8672, Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2377 . Fax +81-43-226-2379 ing administration & Evaluation, and scientists capable of independently . http://www.n.chiba-u.jp/ Continuing Education & Policy manage- advancing research and development of . Email [email protected] ment in Nursing ways to support nursing that facilitates the maintenance of citizens’ health and Inohana Campus International Program for well-being. Accordingly, we seek to ad- Nursing Science (Master’s & mit students with a strong desire to as- Master’s & Doctoral Programs Doctoral Degrees) sume a holistic perspective and engage • Departments : Frontier Practice in research and practice based on nurs- Nursing, Life Innovation Nursing, and Disaster Nursing Global ing science on the basis of an adequate Cultural Frontiers of Nursing Leader Degree Program foundation of academic ability.

66 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 05-3. Graduate School of

Science Chiba University is an ideal place to Master’s & Doctoral study natural sciences because of the Programs 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- well-established educational programs, Mathematics and Informatics : 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2872 . Fax +81-43- • the pioneering research facilities and Algebra, Geometry, Analysis, Applied 290-2874 . http://www.s.chiba-u.ac.jp . E-mail [email protected] internationally-acclaimed researchers. Analysis, Probability and Statistics, The Graduate School of Science at Chiba Mathematical Informatics Nishi-Chiba Campus University has the main campus in the • Physics : Elementary Particle Physics town center of Chiba City. The city is and Astrophysics, Quantum Many Body conveniently located on the border be- Physics, Condensed Matter Physics Science is the quest for truth of Nature. tween Tokyo Metropolis and the rural Chemistry : Fundamental Material It is essential for human survival. The • Boso Peninsula. Tokyo is one of the Chemistry, Functional Material Chem- Graduate School of Science implements largest business, culture and entertain- istry - ment capitals on the globe, and Tokyo’s Biology : Molecular and Cellular - • scientific research of natural phenome city center is less than one hour away Biology, Biodiversity and Evolutionary tory works, and theoretical considera- na, based on field observations, labora by train from Chiba City. The Boso Pen- Biology tions. All of these skills are essential to insula is a beautiful farming area with Earth Sciences : Earth Interior Sci- a good scientist. • rolling hills and green forested moun- ences, Earth Surface Sciences, Environ- tains, and is fringed with cozy beaches, mental Remote Sensing

villages. It is a warm place throughout spectacular sea cliffs, and fishing Publications the year, and has many popular sites for Technical Reports of Mathematical sightseeing, hiking, scuba diving and Sciences, Chiba University (Published other outdoor sports. annually in English) The Graduate School of Science pro- vides a wide range of postgraduate Admission Policy programs for both pure and applied Our master’s programs welcome individuals who, having a passion for departments: Mathematics and Infor- and desire to fathom mathematics, sciences. The faculty consists of five matics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and including mathematical informatics, or Earth Sciences. It accepts 208 freshmen various natural phenomena, will use in the undergraduate, 125 in the mas- their expertise to participate in various ter’s, and 16 in the doctoral programs every year. The staff members are programs. fields of society upon completing their sincere and passionate professionals, Our doctoral programs welcome indi- and have been constantly trained to viduals who will engage in internation- provide better education for students – al activities predominantly in research this is our spirit of Kaizen – a Japanese word for “continual self- improvement their programs. but also in other fields upon completing for the better.”

67 05-4 1- 33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- . 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3034 . Fax +81-43- Graduate School of 290-3039 . http://www.eng.chiba-u.ac.jp/e-index. html . E-mail [email protected] Engineering Nishi-Chiba Campus

The Graduate School of Engineering Master’s and Doctoral Admission Policy offers two-year Master’s and three- year Programs Chiba University Graduate School of Doctoral programs for seven depart- • Division of Architecture and Urban Engineering seeks to admit individuals ments, which are grouped into four divi- Science : Architecture, Urban Environ- with high ethical standards who aspire sions: Architecture and Urban Science, mental Systems to contribute to the development of - • Division of Design Science : Design society on the basis of a systematic un- ence, Applied Chemistry and Biotechnol- Science derstanding of the natural sciences as Design Science, Artificial Systems Sci ogy. The Architecture and Urban Science • specialists in the case of applicants for Division has two departments: Architec- : Mechanical Engineering, Electrical a master’s program, and as pioneering Division of Artificial Systems Science ture and Urban Environmental Systems. and Electronic Engineering, Medical researchers in the case of applicants for System Engineering a doctoral program. has three departments: Mechanical Division of Applied Chemistry and The Artificial Systems Science Division • Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Biotechnology : Applied Chemistry and Engineering, and Medical System Biotechnology Engineering. The Graduate School of organization with mutual coordina- Engineering has a strong and flexible tion of classes in the two divisions of Nanoscience and Information Sciences that constitute the Graduate School of Advanced Integration Science.

05-5. Graduate School of Horticulture

648, Matsudo, Matsudo-shi, Chiba, 271-8510 Japan The Graduate School of Horticulture system studies, and environmental and . Tel +81-47-308-8706 . Fax +81-47-308-8720 . conducts education and research en- development economics. We offer a two- http://www.h.chiba-u.jp/english/index.html . E-mail compassing all aspects of “Horticulture, year Master’s program and a three-year [email protected] Food and Landscape” with interdis- Ph.D program.

Matsudo Campus ciplinary and international perspec- tives. With this aim, our education and The Graduate School of Horticulture in- research programs consist not only of tends to attract the best students in the natural sciences but also of social sci- - ences and humanities, such as: cultiva- ally. In addition to daytime classes, we field both domestically and internation tion, plant breeding, biotechnology of offer evening classes intended for part- bioresources, landscape design and time students with full- time jobs. The engineering, human health and welfare, environmental science for sustainable Horticulture are as follows: research fields of the Graduate School of cities and nature conservation, food

68 CHIBA UNIVERSITY law, politics, economics, management semiannually in Japanese) Annual Bul- sciences, sports sciences, etc. Public Af- letin of the Graduate School of Humani- ties and Social Sciences (in Japanese) programs (and of the three divisions fairs, one of the five divisions of master’s of doctoral programs), aims to search Admission Policy 05-6. for alternative new society models by Our master’s programs welcome (1) an interdisciplinary approach based on individuals who aspire to conduct more Graduate philosophy, history, politics, economics advanced and specialized research School of and education. One of the central themes with a view to contributing to academic of our graduate school is to encourage interdisciplinary and creative research and social sciences, and (2) individuals Humanities and research in the field of the humanities Social Sciences activities and to promote academic com- who aspire to acquire more specialized munality, by way of mutual cooperations knowledge than imparted in under- (and mutual critiques) among different graduate education and participate in 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2354 . Fax +81-43- 290-2356 . http://www.shd.chiba-u.ac.jp/ . E-mail research fields. society as specialists in various fields. [email protected] Master’s Program Our doctoral programs welcome indi- Formation of Area Cultures, Public viduals with the ability to complete a Nishi-Chiba Campus Affairs, Social Sciences, Synthetic Cul- tural Studies, Advanced Management humanities and social sciences in three doctoral degree thesis in a field of the The Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences years and earn a doctoral degree, and Social Sciences has aimed to combine a who, in the process of doing so, aspire vast area of social sciences and humani- Doctoral Program to engage in multifaceted rigorous aca- ties to produce integrated forms of new Public Affairs, Social Sciences, Cultural demic research, continue learning from human sciences. It contains philosophy, Sciences the achievements of their predecessors psychology, sociology, anthropol- with a modest attitude, come up with ogy, history, archeology, Japanese and Publications creative ideas of their own, and contrib- European literature, culture stud- Studies on Humanities and Social Sci- ute broadly to academia and their area ies, linguistics, language education, ences of Chiba University (Published of specialization.

Master’s and Doctoral Publications als capable of deepening their knowl- Programs HortResearch (former: The Technical the abilities needed by highly special- • Environmental Horticulture Bulletin of Graduate School of Horticul- edge in specialized fields and acquiring Course Field ture, Chiba University, published every ized professionals and researchers. Our Horticultural Plant Produc- March, in Japanese and English) (ISSN doctoral programs welcome individuals tion and Breeding capable of accumulating further in- Environmental Science for 1880-8824) Bioresource Science Bioproduction nurturing holistic interdisciplinary Applied Biological Chemistry Admission Policy depth knowledge of specialized fields, Chiba University Graduate School of perspectives, and acquiring the abili- Landscape Architecture ties needed by independent research- Environmental Sci- Horticulture engages in education and ence and Landscape Landscape Science ers and/or managers of research and Architecture research on issues concerning “Horti- Environment and Human culture, Food and Landscape” from a government organizations. Health Sciences Food and Resource Food and Resource broad international perspective. Our Economics Economics master’s programs welcome individu-

69 05-7 sion of Nanoscience and the Division Master’s & Doctoral . of Information Sciences, targets two Programs Graduate • Division of Nanoscience : Nanomate- been rapidly progressing since the School of important academic fields that have rial Science, Nanobiology start of the 21st century. We offer two • Division of Information Sciences : Im- Advanced year Master’s Program and three year age and Materials Science, Information Integration Doctoral Program, in which we provide Processing and Computer Sciences learning-friendly curriculums even Science for adult education and international Admission Policy 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, students, such as programs that can be Chiba University Graduate School of 263-8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3034 . Fax completed only in English and special Advanced Integration Science seeks to +81-43-290-3039 . http://www.nd.chiba-u.jp/yugo- individually-tailored courses. admit individuals capable of system- index_e.html . E-mail [email protected] atically understanding natural sci- The Division of Nanoscience has two ence from a broad perspective and Nishi-Chiba Campus Departments, the Department of maintaining high ethical standards Nanomaterial Science and the Depart- while developing their understanding The Graduate School of Advanced ment of Nanobiology, and aims to extensively. Upon completion, we hope Integration Science develops interdis- graduates from our master’s program ciplinary and all-around educational chemistry, biology, mechanics, and integrate the scientific fields of physics, will contribute to the development of studies as well as studies in special- device engineering at the nanoscale. society predominantly as specialists, In addition, the Division conducts and graduates from our doctoral pro- Science, Engineering, Horticulture, and research and education related to the ized fields, backed by faculties such as grams as pioneering researchers. Literature & Education. The school, Global COE Program on “Advanced comprised of two Divisions, the Divi- School for Organic Electronics”, funded by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. The Division of Information Sciences has two Departments, the Department of Image and Materials Science and the Department of Information Processing and Computer Science. The former aims 05-8. for innovations of image technology, and the latter sets out to integrate the Graduate measurement, processing, transmis- School of sion, and display of a diverse range of information including images. Medicine

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 . E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus

70 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8675 05-9. Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2853 . Fax +81-43-226-2857 Graduate School of . http://www.p.chiba-u.jp/e/index.html . E-mail [email protected] Pharmaceutical Sciences Inohana Campus

The Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Drug Development Sciences Clinical Pharmaceutical - - Sciences pare students attain Master’s degrees ceutical Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Sciences was founded in 1964 to pre • Pharmaceutical Sciences : Pharma and a Doctoral program was started Chemistry, Biofunctional Molecular Chemical Pharmacology, Pharmacology • Molecular Pharmacotherapeutics : Chemistry, Natural Products Chemis- and Toxicology, Biopharmaceutics, Mo- was reorganized under a program of in 1979. In 2001 the Graduate School try, Pharmaceutical Technology, Physi- lecular Cardiovascular Pharmacology educational collaboration between the cal Chemistry, International Scholars in Graduate School of Medicine and the Pharmaceuticals in Systems Biology Social Pharmacy, Practical Pharmacy, • Advanced Practical Pharmacology : Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sci- Clinical Pharmacology and Pharma- ences and newly started as the Gradu- Biopharmaceutical Sciences cometrics, Clinical Pharmacy, Drug ate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Informatics to which the members of the Faculty Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, • Genomic Sciences in Drug Discovery : of Pharmaceutical Sciences have been Molecular Cell Biology, Biochemistry, transferred. The Graduate School of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Pharmaceutical Sciences is engaged - in the further development of human ences : Clinical and Analytical Biochemis- • Environmental and Bioanalytical Sci health sciences through advanced and try, Molecular Imaging and Radiotherapy, Toxicology and Environmental Health drug discovery, environmental and life multi-angled research in the fields of sciences, and clinical pharmacy.

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences are The research fields of the Graduate as follows:

The Graduate School of Medicine was of Medicine and the Graduate School of Advanced Research De- - Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences. partments fered a Doctoral degree program (Ph.D. founded in 1955, and since then has of • Cancer Science degree). For the further advancement School of Medicine are as follows: The research fields of the Graduate • Advanced Biomedical Science of biomedical health sciences in the • Future Medicine Global Therapeutics 21st century, the Graduate School of Core Research Depart- • Innovation Therapeutics Medicine was reorganized in 2012. All ments faculty members of the Graduate School • Neuroscience of Medicine are engaged in advanced • Respiratory and Cardiovascular research in the areas of biological sci- Medicine ences, health sciences and clinical med- • Gastroenterology and Hepatology icine. In addition, faculty members are • Medical Life Science responsible for education in the School • Health Science

71 Medical Sciences 05-10. 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2009 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 Graduate School of . E-mail [email protected]

Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8675 Pharmaceutical Sciences Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2862 . Fax +81-43-226-2857 . E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus

The Graduate School of Medical and Admission Policy to play a leading role as medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences was estab- On the basis of the integration of medi- pharmaceutical professionals. lished in 2001 under the innovative cine and pharmacy, the Graduate School program of integration between the of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate School of Medicine and the welcomes applicants who aspire to en- Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sci- ences, which enables graduate students of medical and pharmaceutical sciences, gage in academic research in the fields to learn the advancement of knowledge applicants who aspire to contribute to of both medicine and pharmacy. drug development and clinical applica- The Graduate School offers two-year tions, and also applicants who aspire master’s programs in Medical Sciences and General Pharmaceutical Sciences, four-year doctoral programs in Frontier Medicine and Pharmacy, and four-year joint-education doctoral programs in Innovative Preventive Medicine, and three-year doctoral programs in Fron- tier Pharmaceutical Sciences.

05-11 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- . 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2349 . Fax +81-43- Law School 290-2372 . E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus

The Law School is a professional gradu- Law School consists of two courses, ate school lasting a period of two to namely, a three-year course and a two- three years, separate from other exist- year course. The former is mainly for ing faculties and graduate schools of the those who do not yet have basic legal University. By providing professional knowledge. The latter is for those who education committed to connecting have already acquired such knowledge. jurisprudence or legal theories with legal practice, the Law School aims to In addition to being awarded the degree educate students to be legal profession- of Juris Doctor, students who have suc- cessfully completed either course are creatively, possessing not only special- - als, capable of thinking both flexibly and ized knowledge of law but also a good amination which is held in May annually. qualified to sit for the National Bar Ex understanding of humanity.

72 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06 Center 06.1 Center for Environmental Remote Sensing (CEReS) 06.2 Medical Mycology Research Center (MMRC) 06.3 Center for Analytical Instrumentation 06.4 Institute of Management and Information Technologies (IMIT) 06.5 Center for Frontier Science 06.6 Marine Biosystems Research Center 06.7 Center for Frontier Medical Engineering 06.8 Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences 06.9 Biomedical Research Center 06.10 Center for Forensic Mental Health 06.11 Future Medicine Research Center (FMRC) 06.12 Center for Preventive Medical Sciences 06.13 Center for Regenerative Therapeutics 06.14 Research Center for Child Mental Development 06.15 Venture Business Laboratory 06.16 Radioisotope Research Center 06.17 Station for Academic-Industry Collaborative Research Promotion 06.18 Safety and Health Organization 06.19 Schools and Center Affiliated to the Faculty of Education 06.20 University Library 06.21 Academic Link Center 06.22 University Hospital

73 06-1. Center for Environmental Remote Sensing (CEReS)

1-33 Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 263-8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3832 . Fax +81-43-290- 3857 . http://www.cr.chiba-u.jp . Email rimosen@ office.chiba-u.jp

Nishi-Chiba Campus

The goal of CEReS is to conduct re- search on remote sensing and its appli- cation to the environmental problems, as a core center of remote sensing study in Japan. CEReS research activities are based on 3 programs; (1) Innovation in remote sensing technology and algorithms “Maps showing time-series variation of water requirement for rice cultivation” (Development of sensor and observa- tion system), (2) Integrated use of geo-information (Terrestrial/atmos- pheric information extracted by remote both nationwide and worldwide. In Publications sensing), (3) Advanced application of 2010 MEXT (Ministry of Education, • The Annual report of CEReS (Pub- satellite remote sensing (Use of remote Culture, Sports, Science, and Technol- lished annually in Japanese) sensing for solving social problems). ogy) authorized CEReS as a Joint Usage/ • The CEReS Newsletter (Published CEReS contributes to research com- Research Centers (JURC) in environ- monthly in Japanese) munity by publishing satellite data (ex. mental remote sensing. CEReS is recog- • Proceedings of the CEReS Interna- Himawari-8), ground observation data nized as “Asian Hub of remote sensing” tional Symposium on Remote Sens- (ex. SKYNET), and geospatial data (ex. through active joint researches and ing (Published almost every year in CEReS Gaia). frequent exchange of researchers and English) CEReS is a key research organization students.

Satellite Ground Station

Himawari-8

74 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-2. 06-3. Medical Mycol- Center for ogy Research Analytical Center (MMRC) Instrumentation

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8673 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2486 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3810 . Fax +81-43- . http://www.pf.chiba-u.jp/eng/ . E-mail 290-3813 . E-mail [email protected] [email protected]

Inohana Campus Nishi-Chiba Campus

The MMRC is the only research institu- the facility to preserve genetic resourc- The Center for Analytical Instrumenta- tion in which comprehensive studies on es of pathogenic fungi and actinomy- tion (CAI) was established in 1978 as fungal infection and pathogenic fungi cetes. Chemical Analysis Center. The purposes are conducted in Japan. The MMRC was of CAI are to provide researchers and stu- established in 1987 as a nation-wide For detail, visit our web site (http:// dents with a wide use of instruments for collaborative organization in Japan, www.pf.chiba-u.jp/eng/). and authorized by the Ministry of TEM, SEM and so on. Basic and advanced scientific analysis such as NMR, MS, XRD, Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Research Divisions instruments in CAI are used in broad Technology (MEXT) as a Joint Usage/ Molecular Immunology, Molecular Research Center in 2009. The MMRC is Biology, Clinical Research, Infection scientific fields. It is also aimed to develop now recognized as a leading research Control and Prevention, RNA therapy, analysis. We also offer researchers and and research of technologies of scientific institute by domestic and overseas re- Bio-resources (including Management students technical supports and educa- Unit of Microbiological Resources) tional trainings. Collaborative studies and of the MMRC is to overcome refractory requested measurements with a broad searchers in this field. The ultimate goal infectious diseases including mycosis by Publications array of researchers (not only in Chiba seeking diagnostics therapeutic and pre- • The Annual Report of the Medical University) are proceeding. Moreover, we ventive measures through investigation Mycology Research Center (Published promote the interuniversity studies. of the mechanisms of the diseases. annually) In the light of importance of microbial • The Outline of the Medical Mycology Publications genetic resources, the unit for collec- Research Center (Published biennially) • The Annual Report of the Center for tion of pathogenic fungi and actinomy- (http://www.pf.chiba-u.ac.jp/about/ Analytical Instrumentation (in Japanese) cetes has been established to reinforce periodical.html) the project to preserve microbial • The IFM list of Pathogenic Fungi and resources. In 2007, the MMRC was Actinomycetes (Published irregularly) designated by the MEXT as the core (https://daphne.pf.chiba-u.jp/distribu- organization of “National BioResource tion/catalog) Project-Pahogenic Microorganisms” and has established a firm position as 75 06-4. Institute of Management and Information Technologies (IMIT)

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- tionally services high performance applications in education, researches 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3535 . Fax +81-43- computing and campus networking. and university management 290-3518 . E-mail [email protected] Additionally the institute collaborates • ICT for Education : For the supports with university administration on the of information and communication Nishi-Chiba Campus development of information and com- technology in education activities munication technology for education • Academic Support : For the supports and researches in the university. The of information and communication institute has 5 divisions, technology in research activities • Institutional Researches and Devel- • High Performance Computing and opment : For the support of informa- Campus Networking : For service of tion and communication technology HPC environment to the university and in university managements and the development of new computational sci- The Institute of Management and development of institutional research ence and engineering methodology Information Technologies (IMIT) was methodologies and applications established in April 2013 as the fourth • Low and Security for ICT : For the Publications generation of the computing center support and development of low and se- • The IMIT Newsletter (Published of the university. The institute tradi- curity issues of information technology quarterly in Japanese)

06-5. Center for Frontier Science

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- information science. Since we believe Divisions 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3522 . Fax +81-43- that some special measures are needed Division for Education of Gifted Stu- 290-3523 . http://www.cfs.chiba-u.ac.jp/ . E-mail for this purpose, special seminars for dents, Division for International [email protected] Research CFS students in order to stimulate their Nishi-Chiba Campus the above four fields are delivered to the interest. Beside these seminars, some Publications The Center for Frontier Science(CFS) liberal arts seminars are also arranged. • Center for Frontier Science News (in administrates the Frontier Science CFS also has strong links with high Japanese, twice a year) Program(FSP), which is open to gifted school teachers, and exchanges opinions • Report on the First Ten Years of Fron- students permitted to enter Chiba Univer- with them on education systems for tier Science Program (in Japanese) sity before graduating from high school. young people. This is not only to seek The policy of CFS is to encourage better educational methods in FSP, but talented students to become scientists also to prevent young people from losing in natural sciences, especially phys- their interest in science, which we think ics, applied physics, physical chemis- is a large problem in the Japanese educa- try, biochemistry and human-related tional system.

76 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-6. 06-7. Marine Center for Biosystems Frontier Medical Research Center Engineering

1 Uchiura Kamogawa-shi, Chiba, 299-5502 Japan The Center for Frontier Medical Engi- . Tel +81-4-7095-2201 . Fax +81-4-7095-2271 neering (CFME) was founded in April . http://marine.biosystems.chiba-u.jp/ . E-mail 2003 through the robust cooperation [email protected] of the School of Medicine, the Chiba University Hospital, the Faculty of Engineering and various industries. CFME operates research project-based The Marine Biosystems Research Center system with 19 of full- time members, Since the objective of CFME is to es- (MBRC) was established in 1999 to be consisted of 15 engineers and 4 medi- tablish and offer novel medical devices shared by students and researchers for cal doctors, and the Prototyping and and/ or systems that contribute to fu- research and educational purposes. In Preclinical Research Laboratory. The ture advancement of clinical practices, addition to being University Center for research projects focused on lead- research “seeds” are estimated and marine biosystems research, the MBRC ing research areas, in collaboration boosted together with other depart- - with external investment. Among the ments, especially with Chiba University tion to nation-wide research efforts in research projects, “Multimodal Medical Hospital Clinical Research Center to aims at making a significant contribu Engineering Project” was selected in progress into medical equipment. both in and out of the university. Strategic Priority Research Promotion related fields by providing information Program of Chiba University. Currently, Publications Research Divisions • Annual Report of CFME, Chiba Uni- Marine Biosystems Laboratory namely: versity (Published in Japanese) there are five leading research areas, Marine Biosystems Modeling Labora- (1) Minimally invasive treatment tech- tory nology (Water-Filled Laparo-Endoscop- ic Surgery: WaFLES) Publications (2) Fusion and Enrichment of Medical • Marine Biosystems Research (Pub- Images for High Quality Diagnosis and lished in English and Japanese) Treatment (FERMI) that mainly pro- motes Multimodal Medical Engineering Project (3) Bioinstrumentation by Multiple Wave (4) Biomedical Robotics (5) Regulatory Science for Medical Instruments Environments and Skill

77 06-8. Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences

6-2-1, Kashiwa-no-ha, Kashiwa-shi, Chiba 277-0882, Japan . Tel +81-4-7137-8000 . Fax +81-4-7137-8008 . http://www.h.chiba-u.jp/center/english/top.htm . E-mail [email protected]

Kashiwa-no-ha Campus

The Center aims to promote fundamen- tal and applied research on science and technology related to environment, health, urban environmental horticul- also responsible for the education of ture and field sciences. The Center is undergraduate and graduate students in cooperation with faculties and graduate schools in Chiba University. Promotion of interdisciplinary and international cooperations in research, education and related business with systems for plant production, environ- public and private sectors outside mental education, nature therapy and Chiba University is also an important environmental policy. “Sustainable role of the Center. The Center was Health and Field Science” is also the founded in April 2003 with 15 academic main research subject of the Center. members specializing in the Center ac- tivities and over 50 associate academic 1 Propagation, production and breed- members belonging to various scien- ing of functional plants and production of functional foods for health both in Plant Factory Project, launched in 2010 mind and body, tific fields within Chiba University. The as a National Leading Plant Factory 2 Preventive medical effects of therapy - into Oriental medicine and nature tance from the Ministry of Agriculture, therapy including forest and horticul- Research Base with financial assis Forestry and Fisheries, is in progress. tural therapy. The Center has three horticultural 3 Resource saving, resource recycling experimental stations in Kashiwa, and environmental conservation in Atagawa and Numata, where research/ production of functional plants and studies on environmental horticulture in greenery urban life, including plant are conducted. factory. 4 Universal design of tools, equipment, Research Fields interiors, structures and open space. Main research subject of the Center is developing methods for preventive medicine for human health, advanced

78 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-9. 06-10. 06-11. Biomedical Center for Future Medicine Research Center Forensic Mental Research Center Health (FMRC)

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2561 Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 . E-mail [email protected] . Email [email protected]

Inohana Campus Inohana Campus Inohana Campus

The Future Medicine Research Center was established in January 2012. Our aim is to create the new research

as a study on clarifying a theoretical field, “therapeutics”, which is defined background of medical treatments and developing a new approach to establish The Biomedical Research Center was The Center for Forensic Mental Health more effective and less painful therapy established in 2001 with a view to edu- (CFMH) was established in April 2005. by creating a platform of systematic cating researchers and students of the One of the aims of CFMH is a dedication research and medical practice. Based University focusing on the practical use to developing educational and training on interdisciplinary collaborative of cutting-edge technology and molecu- systems of forensic mental health for researches and social needs from the lar genetics. The Center will support medical and postgraduate students, researchers by offering the Center as psychiatrists, co-medical staffs, lawyers, circulates knowledge between the basic general public, this new research field a common facility of gene technology and others in Japan. Another aim is to science and clinical practice. We aim to including transgenic and gene-targeting. develop a research on social systems, foster young researchers and clini- diagnosis and treatment methods, cians who are expected to play a strong - ers with mental disorders and juvenile of clinical researches such as transla- and neuroscientific issues of offend leadership role in the future in the field delinquency. In Education, the center tional research, clinical study and global conducts Social Mental Health, a new clinical trials. FMRC also works closely program in the Graduate School of Medi- with the top domestic and international cine started in 2009. institutions of industry, government and academia.

79 06-12. 06-13. Center for Center for Preventive Regenerative Medical Sciences Therapeutics

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 become 13 years old. The Center for 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2017 . Fax +81-43-226-2018 Preventive Medical Science was chosen Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 . E-mail [email protected] . E-mail [email protected] as one of the 15 regional unit-centers of

Inohana Campus JECS and started cohort study in Chiba Inohana Campus Prefecture from 2010. The center is also investigating the healthy aging in Japan. One of the departments is conducting The Center for Preventive Medical Sci- the Japan Gerontological Evaluation The Center for Regenerative Therapeu- ences is Chiba University’s interdiscipli- Study (JAGES), a nationwide cohort of tics was established in April 2015. Our nary education and research facility, and community-dwelling independent older aim is to innovate new therapeutics it was established in June 2007. The aim people aged 65 years or older from on the basis of stem cell biology and of the center is to establish the 21st cen- over 30 municipalities across Japan. regenerative medicine. We focus on tury’s new preventive medicine, focusing The goal of JAGES is to study the social the research on pluripotent as well on genome cohort study and environ- determinants of “healthy aging” – i.e. the mental health cohort study of children. prevention of the onset of disability and viewpoint of basic medicine and re- as tissue-specific stem cells from the The Ministry of the Environment started need for long-term care. The Center for generative medicine. We also promote Japan Environment and Children’s Study Preventive Medical Science is prepar- (JECS) which is a long term national ing the Graduate School of Advanced as a tool for unraveling the pathogen- research on disease-specific iPS cells cohort study about the environmental Preventive Medicine, Joint Universities esis of various diseases, screening of contamination and children’s health. of Chiba, Kanazawa, and Nagasaki. The therapeutic compounds and developing JECS will follow 100,000 children’s new graduate school has started in April innovative therapies. We also nurture health from their fetal period until they 2016. young researchers and technical spe- cialists who will play an active role in the next generation.

80 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-14. Research Center for Child Mental Development

1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8670 Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-226-2005 . E-mail [email protected]

Inohana Campus

The Research Center for Child Mental Development is established to promote research for mind and brain at a wide range of developmental stages from children to adults in the interdiscipli- psychology, computer science, social nary field of neuroscience, psychiatry, science, education and so on. It also provides education and training for ev- idence-based cognitive behavioral ther- apy to manage and treat mental health problems including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, stress related disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. Osaka University, Kanazawa University, interdisciplinary background in order to Research Divisions Hamamatsu University School of Medi- meet the social requirement, and 3) to Psychological Intervention Laboratory cine, Chiba University and University create tight networks between relevant Behavioral Medicine Laboratory of Fukui have united and established specialists. Cognitive Informative Technology Labo- “United Graduate School of Child Devel- ratory opment”, where child specialists with di- Division of Cognitive Behavioral Developmental Supportive Education verse backgrounds and work experience Science (Chiba University) Laboratory learn and conduct research together. Our 1 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Course Mental Supportive Network Laboratory aim is 1) to cultivate researchers special- 2 Mental Health Support & Early Inter- Age 2 Laboratory ized in “Child’s Mind and Developmental vention Course Brain Science,” which is a novel research 3 Cognitive Behavioral Brain Science Course

field, 2) to cultivate specialists with the 81 06-15 Venture Business Laboratory (VBL) was . established in 1999. VBL plays a key Venture Business role in promoting unique and creative Laboratory researches on science and technology that can become seeds for new indus- tries or venture businesses. At present, 9 research projects are implemented 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3992 . Fax +81-43- provides lectures on venture business 290-3993 . E-mail [email protected] in various fields. In addition, VBL for students to cultivate creativity and Nishi-Chiba Campus entrepreneurial spirit. VBL’s activities are published (in Japanese) in VBL An- nual Reports.

06-16 The Radioisotope Research Center . was established in order to support Radioisotope researchers and students in advanced Research Center research by offering the opportunity for sharing the Center’s laboratories and facilities. The Center plays an important role as 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- a central organization for the safety 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-3009 . Fax +81-43- 290-3008 . E-mail [email protected] inspection of the radioisotope facilities and for safety training and education in Nishi-Chiba Campus Chiba University.

Publications • Center News (Published annually in Japanese)

82 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-17. Station for Academic-Industry Collaborative Research Promotion

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2111 . Fax +81-43-290- 3519 . Email [email protected]

Nishi-Chiba Campus

The Station for Academic-Industry Collaborative Research Promotion was reorganized in October 2014 from the Organization for Academic-Industry Collaboration and Intellectual Property established in 2006. The station as a professional group of research coordi- nator, planner and intellectual property personnel has four key functions: (1) to promote and assist industry-university partnership, cooperation and related activities, (2) to assist creating and fostering intellectual properties and to Chiba Science Park Center, CSPC was manage them, (3) to transfer technical established in June 2011 as the cooperated properties to the industries and local research center in Chiba area. communities, and (4) to assist technical Knowledge-based cooperative research supports for local communities. The center, KCRC was established in Novem- station has three branches at Inohana ber 2012 as the R&D bases for small campus, Matudo-Kashiwanoha campus and medium-sized enterprises which were collaborative with Chiba University. University TLO (Technology Licensing and Tamachi office in Tokyo. Chiba Organization) was approved by MEXT Publications and METI in July 2006 and 44 private • Brochure of the Station for Academic- companies in Chiba prefecture and near Industry Collaborative Research areas have joined the TLO. Promotion In order to encourage the industry-university • Newsletter (called by Sanren-Wave) partnership, we hold an annual event of the Station for Academic-Industry called Open Forum where we introduce Collaborative Research Promotion research activities and new technologies created in the university for the local communities and industries, and also we exchange the technical information. We are supporting the technological consultation and workshops about the several research subjects which connect with the future industry.

83 06-18. Safety and Health Organization

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 263- environments • Psychological and psychiatric inter- 8522, Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2214 . Fax +81-43- • Management of Chiba University Chemi- views, counseling and treatments 290-2220 cal Registration Information System . http://hschome-gw.hsc.chiba-u.ac.jp/home_e. html . E-mail [email protected] Publications Division of Occupational Health and Annual Report of Safety and Health Nishi-Chiba Campus Division of Student Health Organization (in Japanese) • Annual health check-ups • The Safety and Health Organization was workers dealing with toxic substances Specific medical examinations for founded in 2004 unifying Health Sciences • Clinical services, including examina- Center and Toxic Waste Treatment Plant tions, diagnosis and treatments at Chiba University, with aims to improve educational/research environments and to promote student/staff health. The organi- zation is consisted of three divisions; Envi- ronmental Safety, Occupational Health, and Student Health. The staff in each division provide environmental safety consulta- tions, medical services, and counseling and are also esponsible for educating of under- graduate/graduate course students.

Division of Environmental Safety • Disposal of poisonous waste generated by research and educational activities • Promotion of safe and environmen- tally friendly research and educational

Division of Occupational Health and Division of Student Health Division of Environmental Safety

84 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-19. Schools and Center Affiliated to the Faculty of Education

Nishi-Chiba Campus of a rapidly changing society, the Fac- with Special Needs, The Kindergarten, ulty of Education includes the following Attached Center for Teacher Education and Development. To meet the diverse educational de- The Elementary School, The Junior four affiliated schools and one center. mands and to help in solving problems High School, The School for Children

(as of May 1, 2016) Kindergarten Affiliated to the Faculty of Education

Age No. of Classes Enrollment

3-year Olds 1 28

4-year Olds 2 56

5-year Olds 2 56

Total 5 140

Elementary School Affiliated to the Faculty of Education

Grade No. of Classes Enrollment

1 3 105

2 3 105

3 3 102

4 3 (1) 103 (0)

5 3 (1) 116 (5)

6 3 (1) 114 (7)

Total 18 (3) 645 (12)

The figures in brackets indicate the number of classes for returnee students and the approximate number of returnee students. Junior High School Affiliated to the Faculty of Education

Grade No. of Classes Enrollment

1 4 140 (12)

2 4 140 (12)

3 4 140 (12)

Total 12 420 (36)

The figures in brackets indicate the number of classes for returnee students and the approximate number of returnee students. School for Children with Special Needs Affiliated to the Faculty of Education

Section Grade No. of Classes Enrollment

Elementary Low, Middle, 3 18 School Section High

1 Junior High 2 3 18 School Section 3 1 High School 2 3 24 Section 3 Total 9 60

85 06-20. University Library

Central Library 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263- puses: The Central Library on Nishi- tional repository and other reference 8522 Japan . Tel +81-43-290-2258 . Fax +81-43- Chiba campus, the Library of Health resources. 290-2256 . E-mail [email protected] Sciences (Inohana Library) on Inohana The Central Library reopened in March Inohana Library campus and the Library of Horticul- 2012 with two new buildings. Under 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8671 tural Sciences (Matsudo Library) on the concept of Academic Link, which Japan . Tel +81-43-226-2211 . Fax +81-43-226-2214 Matsudo Library Matsudo campus. aims to promote students’ active learn- 648, Matsudo, Matsudo-shi, Chiba, 271-8510, Japan The Library holds 1.4 million volumes, ing, the new type of learning space, . Tel +81-47-308-8717 . Fax +81-47-308-8721 24,000 periodicals and many non- various contents for learning, and sup- printed materials. In addition, the port by students, faculty members and library web site is the key resource librarians have been provided. The University Library provides vari- for those on campus who research for ous services and resources to support information of their interest as well as For further information, visit http:// the research and educational activities providing access to OPAC (Online Public www.LL.chiba-u.jp/english/ of the University faculty, students, staff Access Catalog), to various kinds of and the general public. bibliographic databases, 20,000 fulltext There are three libraries on three cam- online journals, the University institu-

Statistics

Lib.of Health Lib.of Horticultural 2014 Central Lib. Total Sciences Sciences

Books (Japanese) 679,103 vols. 122,600 vols. 66,471 vols. 868,174 vols.

(Foreign) 365,238 vols. 131,893 vols. 27,674 vols. 524,805 vols. Collections (as of March 31, 2016) Periodicals (Japanese) 9,644 titles 2,539 titles 3,014 titles 15,197 titles

(Foreign) 6,046 titles 3,182 titles 972 titles 10,200 titles

Check out records 579,361 users 56,539 users 33,170 users 669,070 users Circulation Days open 312 days 334 days 296 days (FY2015) Volumes lent 105,467 vols. 15,816 vols. 4,815 vols. 126,098 vols.

Copy orders to other libraries 1,777 cases 2,123 cases 130 cases 4,030 cases Library cooperation (FY2015) Copy requests from other libraries 1,662 cases 4,041 cases 265 cases 5,968 cases

Building Space 15,808 m2 3,784 m2 1,009 m2 20,601 m2 Accommodation Seats 1,485 seats 263 seats 128 seats 1,876 seats

86 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 06-21. Academic Link Center

1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 263- tion Technologies), and the Center for tion Department, and Professional Staff 8522 Japan . TEL+ 81-43-290-2243 . FAX +81-43- General Education (Current: Center for the Development for Educational and Learning 290-2255 . http://alc.chiba-u.jp/index.html E-mail Promotion of Higher Education) in order Support Department (This Department was [email protected] to nurture students with abilities to select, selected as Joint Usage / Education Center,

Nishi-Chiba Campus process, and utilize knowledge for their by the Ministry of Education, Sports, Cul- long-life learning. Academic Link Center ture, Science and Technology). We strives was established on April 1, 2011 as an to realize the active learning of students “Academic Link” is a new educational organization to conduct research and de- by creating and providing digital content concept at Chiba University created by velopment being necessitated to realize and suitable for their learning, and proceed the University Library, the Institute of Media to promote this concept. Academic Link Academic Link Professional Staff develop- and Information Technology (Current: Center, consisting of Research and Develop- ment program for educational and learning the Institute of Management and Informa- ment Department, Active Learning Promo- support (ALPS program).

06-22. University Hospital

1-8-1, lnohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 260-8677 Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Perinatal Medical Center Japan . Tel +81-43-222-7171 . Fax +81-43-224-3830 Dentistry and Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Others Services . E-mail [email protected] Rehabilitation Medicine Medical Informatics and Management Clinical Psychiatry Medical Safety Management Inohana Campus Neurological Surgery Control and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Neurology Clinical Research Center Gynecology Welfare and Medical Intelligence Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinical Nutrition Pediatrics Heath Professional Development Center Chiba University Hospital is undertaking Pediatric Surgery Eastern Chiba Medical Center a variety of initiatives to develop safe and Radiology Center for Advanced Medicine (CAM) Pathology Center for Global Health Care reliable medical care while respecting General Medicine Kashiwanoha Kampo Clinic the wishes of patients and to cultivate Center of Thoracic Oncology, Japanese Red Cross Central Clinical Facilities Narita Hospital outstanding medical professionals who Laboratory Medicine Pharmacy will lead the way to the future. Operating Room Nursing Radiology Director Planning Office Central Supply Administration Department Information Artificial Kidney Gastroenterology Intensive Care Unit Hematology Transfusion Medicine and Cell Therapy Nephrology Cardiovascular Interventions Allergy and Clinical Immunology Pathology Diabetes, Metabolism, and Endocrinology Endoscopic Diagnostics and Therapeutics Cardiovascular Medicine Rehabilitation Medicine Respiratory Medicine Clinical Child Psychiatry Japanese-Oriental (Kampo) Medicine Photo Center Infectious Diseases Clinical Engineering Center Cardiovascular Surgery Medical Oncology Esophageal-Gastro-Intestinal Surgery Clinical Genetics General Surgery, Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Unit Autopsy Imaging Center Breast and Thyroid Surgery Medical Center for Dementia General Thoracic Surgery Allergy Center Anesthesiology, Pain and Palliative Care Medicine Center for Peri-operative Management Urology Support Center for Patient Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Geriatric Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery Diabetes Complications Center Ophthalmology Palliative Care Center Dermatology Comprehensive Stroke Center

87 07

Access 07.1 Nishi-Chiba Campus 07.2 Inohana Campus 07.3 Matsudo Campus 07.4 Kashiwanoha Campus 07.5 Transportation Map 07-1. Nishi-Chiba Campus About 396,000m2 1-33, Yayoicho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, 263-8522 Japan Tel: +81-(0)43-251-1111

Kashiwanoha Campus Matsudo Campus

Nishi-Chiba Campus Inohana Campus 野球場

Athletic Track Field Soccer/ Rugby Field Archery Hall About 10 min walk to  Golf range Tendai Station Attached Junior (Chiba Urban Monorail) High School Pool North Gate

Inage   College of Liberal Arts and 4 1   Sciences/ General Education    General Studies Complex Attached 3 Elementary School 2   Faculty of Letters/ Faculty of Law,  Politics and Economics     Administration O“ce for Faculty of Letters and Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics  9  Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences  Katarai no Mori  Faculty of Education 7 Nishi-Chiba Campus Main  Administration O“ce for Faculty of Education Gate  Inohana Campus Faculty of Science  Matsudo Campus Administration O“ce for Faculty of Science About 7 min walk to  Midoridai Station  Center for Frontier Science/ Science Research Building Kashiwanoha Campus  (Keisei Line) 8 Transportation Map Faculty of Engineering  Engineering Administration Center  Campus Locations and General Contacts  Engineering Research BuildingⅠ / Shanghai Jiao Tong  University and Chiba University International Cooperative  Research Center   Science and Technology BuildingⅡ South Gate Engineering Research BuildingⅡ  Kindergarten JR Nishi-Chiba Station Others  Administration Bureau  Safety and Health Organization Chiba  Center for International Education (Dept. of Student Health and Occupational Health) (International Student Division)  Keyaki Kaikan (University Hall)  Institute of Management and Information Technologies  Gymnasium  Radioisotope Research Center  Student Service  Station for Academic-Industry Collaborative Research Promotion  Student Support Division/ Career Support Division  Center for Environmental Remote Sensing  Center for Frontier Medical Engineering  Venture Business Laboratory  Center for Analytical Instrumentation  University Library/ Academic Link Center  Science Park Center  Knowledge-based Collaborative Research Center (KCRC)  Center for Power Source Research for Next-Generation Mobility  Safety and Health Organization (Dept. of Enviromental Safety) Sho-In Hall  89 07-2. Inohana Campus About 267,000m2 Chiba University, 1-8-1 Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi 260-8670, Japan Tel: +81-(0)43-222-7171

Kashiwanoha Campus Matsudo Campus

Nishi-Chiba Campus Inohana Campus

School of Medicine School of Medicine Faculty of Horticulture Laboratory Animal Center  Research Building A  Research Building B University Hospital  Research Building C University Hospital  Research Building D  Research Building E Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences  Kohki Domitory Medical and Pharmaceutical Science BuildingⅠ  Tojogaoka Hall Medical and Pharmaceutical Science BuildingⅡ  Student Union  Italian Garden School of Nursing  French Garden School of Nursing   Experimental Farm Field Nursing, General Education and Research Building at Inohana  Research Greenhouse

Others Parking  Administration Building Library of Health Sciences (Inohana Library)   University Library (Matsudo Branch)  Chibadai Inohana Innovation Plaza  StaŠ Residence Gymnasium  Senshinkan Residence About 10 min walk from Memorial Hall (Guest house) Matsudo Station (JR Joban Line or North Inohana Alumni Hall Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) Gate Sta Residence Facilities for Student's Circle Activity Nurse Residence  Student Dormitory  Student Services    Mito Student Counseling Room   Medical Mycology Research Center Soccer Field        Tennis Court Former  Center Gate  Route 6   Baseball Ground    Main  Gate          Tokyo    Main Gate

90 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 07-3.Matsudo Campus About 149,000m2 Chiba University, Matsudo 648, Matsudo-shi 271-8510, Japan Tel: +81-(0)47-308-8706

Kashiwanoha Campus Matsudo Campus

Nishi-Chiba Campus Inohana Campus

Faculty of Horticulture  Research Building A  Research Building B  Research Building C  Research Building D  Research Building E  Kohki Domitory  Tojogaoka Hall  Student Union  Italian Garden  French Garden   Experimental Farm Field  Research Greenhouse

 Administration Building  University Library (Matsudo Branch)   StaŠ Residence  Senshinkan Residence About 10 min walk from (Guest house) Matsudo Station (JR Joban Line or North Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line) Gate

    Mito       Former  Center Gate  Route 6   Main Gate

Tokyo

91 07-4. Kashiwanoha Campus About 167,000m2 Chiba University, 6-2-1 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa-shi, 277-0882, Japan Tel: +81-(0)4-7137-8000

Kashiwanoha Campus Matsudo Campus Ōmiya

Nishi-Chiba Campus Inohana Campus Fuchuhonmachi Kashiwanoha Campus KASHIWA-NO-HA Minami-Nagareyama  Administration Oce and Research Laboratories of the Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences Tsukuba CAMPUS  Farmer's Market 'Mirakuru', Seeds Hall Kita-Senju Matsudo Abiko  Kashiwanoha Kampo Clinic, Kashiwanoha Acupuncture Clinic Mito  Center for Preventive Medical Science at Kashiwanoha Nippori MATSUDO  Laboratory Houses CAMPUS  Central Building for Farm Management  Greenhouse  Building for Training Practice Ueno Mitaka Ichikawa  Building for Processing Training Shinjuku Akihabara High-Technology Transplant Production Systems Shin Kamagaya  Nishi-Funabashi  Plant Factories Tokyo  Training Building A Narita Airport  Training Building B, Plant Factory Oce Hamamatsu Cho Funabashi Minami-Funabashi Narita Tree Nursery  Haneda Airport Shinagawa Tsudanuma  Medicinal Plant Botanical Garden  Keisei Tsudanuma Sakura  North Kurihama Inage Chōshi Gate Midoridai NISHI-CHIBA CAMPUS  Nishi-chiba  Keisei Chiba Chiba    INOHANA    CAMPUS  Soga

Chiharadai West Gate Kimitsu Kazusa-Ichinomiya

Main   Gate  

 Tsukuba Express Line Yamanote Line South Gate Sōbu Line [Local Train] Vehicle Tsukuba Gate Sōbu Line [Rapid Service] Tsukuba Express  Kashiwanoha Campus Keisei Line Station Keisei Chiba Line Joban Line [Rapid Service] Narita Line Musashino Line Akihabara Keiyo Line Tokyo Monorail Keikyu Airport Line Uchibo/Sotobo Line Tobu Urban Park Line

92 CHIBA UNIVERSITY 07-5. Transportation Map

Ōmiya

Fuchuhonmachi Kashiwanoha Campus KASHIWA-NO-HA Minami-Nagareyama  Administration Oce and Research Laboratories of the Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences Tsukuba CAMPUS  Farmer's Market 'Mirakuru', Seeds Hall Kita-Senju Matsudo Abiko  Kashiwanoha Kampo Clinic, Kashiwanoha Acupuncture Clinic Mito  Center for Preventive Medical Science at Kashiwanoha Nippori MATSUDO  Laboratory Houses CAMPUS  Central Building for Farm Management  Greenhouse  Building for Training Practice Ueno Mitaka Ichikawa  Building for Processing Training Shinjuku Akihabara High-Technology Transplant Production Systems Shin Kamagaya  Nishi-Funabashi  Plant Factories Tokyo  Training Building A Narita Airport  Training Building B, Plant Factory Oce Hamamatsu Cho Funabashi Minami-Funabashi Narita Tree Nursery  Haneda Airport Shinagawa Tsudanuma  Medicinal Plant Botanical Garden  Keisei Tsudanuma Sakura  North Kurihama Inage Chōshi Gate Midoridai NISHI-CHIBA CAMPUS  Nishi-chiba  Keisei Chiba Chiba    INOHANA    CAMPUS  Soga

Chiharadai West Gate Kimitsu Kazusa-Ichinomiya

Main   Gate  

 Tsukuba Express Line Yamanote Line South Gate Kanto Region Sōbu Line [Local Train] Vehicle Tsukuba Gate Sōbu Line [Rapid Service] Tsukuba Express  Kashiwanoha Campus Keisei Line Station Keisei Chiba Line Narita Airport Joban Line [Rapid Service] Narita Line Tokyo Musashino Line Akihabara Keiyo Line Chiba University Tokyo Monorail Keikyu Airport Line Uchibo/Sotobo Line Tobu Urban Park Line

93 Campus Locations and General Contacts

NISHI-CHIBA CAMPUS • Shanghai Jiao Tong University and INOHANA CAMPUS 1-33, Yayoi-cho, Inage-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, Chiba University International Coop- 1-8-1, Inohana, Chuo-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba, Japan 263-8522 Japan eration Research Center 260-8670 (for Medicine, Biomedical) 260-8671 (for University Library) • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences 260-8672 (for Nursing) • Faculty of Letters International Affairs Division 260-8673 (for MMRC) • Faculty of Education (Administration Bureau) 260-8675 (for Pharmaceutical Sciences) • Faculty of Law, Politics and Economics Tel : +81-43-290-2043 260-8677 (for University Hospital) • Faculty of Science Fax : +81-43-290-2041 Tel +81-43-222-7171 • Faculty of Engineering E-mail : [email protected] • Graduate School of Education • School of Medicine • Graduate School of Science International Student Division • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences • Graduate School of Engineering (Administration Bureau) • School of Nursing • Graduate School of Humanities and For international students and • Graduate School of Nursing Social Sciences applicants from overseas • Graduate School of Medicine • Graduate School of Advanced Integra- Tel : +81-43-290-2193, 2197 • Graduate School of Pharmaceutical tion Science Fax : +81-43-290-2198 Sciences • Law School E-mail : [email protected] • Graduate School of Medical and Phar- • University Library -Central Library maceutical Sciences Center for Environmental Remote Medical Mycology Research Center • Directions • Sensing (MMRC) 1 min walk from North exit of JR Nishi Chiba Center for Analytical Instrumentation Biomedical Research Center • Station (Sobu Local Line) or 10 min walk from • Institute of Management and Informa- Center for Forensic Mental Health • Midoridai Station (Keisei Line) • tion Technologies • Center for Preventive Medical Sciences • Center for Frontier Science • Future Medicine Research Center • Academic Link Center • Center for Regenerative Therapeutics • Venture Business Laboratory • Research Center for Child Mental • Radioisotope Research Center Development • Station for Academic-Industry Collabo- • University Library -Library of Health rative Research Promotion Sciences • Safety and Health Organization • University Hospital

94 CHIBA UNIVERSITY Directions KASHIWA-NO-HA CAMPUS Take Keisei Bus bound for Daigaku Byouin from 6-2-1, Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa-shi, Chiba, bus stop #7 at East exit of JR Chiba Station / 277-0882 Japan Keisei Chiba Station (Keisei Line). Takes 15-30 Tel +81-4-7137-8000 Fax +81-47-137-8008 mins depending on the traffic. -Medicine and Nursing: Exit at “Chibadai Igakubu • Center for Environment, Health and Iriguchi” stop Field Sciences -Pharmaceutical Science.: Exit at “Chibadai Yaku- gakubu Mae” stop Directions -MMRC: Exit at “Chuo Hakubutsukan Mae” stop 5 minute walk from West exit of Kashiwanoha -University Hospital: Exit at the final stop Campus Station (Tsukuba Express) “Daigaku Byouin”

MATSUDO CAMPUS 648, Matsudo, Matsudo-shi, Chiba, 271-8510 Japan Tel +81-47-308-8706 Fax +81-47-308-8720

• Faculty of Horticulture • Graduate School of Horticulture • Un iversity Library -Library of Horticul- tural Sciences

Directions 15 minute walk from East exit of Matsudo Station (JR Joban Line or Shin-Keisei Line)

95