Initiatives for Achieving SDGs

Wildlife Detection System

Automatic Electrocardiogram Measurement During Bathing

Automatic electrocardiogram testing during bathing allows real-time detection of abnormalities that can be a sign of heart conditions such as myocardial infarction and arrhythmia. The aim of technology is to prevent sudden death during bathing and to properly manage health conditions.

Automated Polyp Detection by AI

An AI analyzes colonoscopy images, automatically detects polyps, checks the progress of colorectal cancer, and suggests appropriate medical treatments.

Digital Image Analysis of Asteroid Ryugu

As part of the asteroid probe Hayabusa 2's mission to explore Asteroid Ryugu, the Aizu Research Center for Space Informatics (ARC-Space) took the lead in instrument development, observations, and data analysis, among other things.

Bridge Inspection Using Drones

Using the test bridge at the Fukushima Robot Test Field, the project team evaluated the ability of drones (unmanned aerial vehicles) to conduct bridge inspections. Bridge inspectors can select the optimal drones based on the results of these tests. Operators can scan the chips and on bridge through the drone's camera, helping to improve the efficiency and quality of infrastructure maintenance.

Youth Robotics Seminar and Python Programming Seminar

A youth robotics training seminar was held at the Fukushima Robot Test Field. The seminar included remote control exercises using the Choreonoid robot simulator, operation exercises using actual robots, and drone operation exercises based on the standard performance test methods (STMs). We also conducted a Python programming seminar at education institutions in Minamisoma City (ODAKA Industrial Technology and Commerce High School, Techno Academy Hama, etc.) aimed at fostering young engineers.

Women's IT Career Enhancement Program

We held the Women Programmer Training School (2017-2019) and IT Career Advancement School for Women (2020-present) as information technology (IT) education courses for women looking to find work and advance their careers. Through this program, we have provided recurrent education to women who are currently unemployed, working part time, or looking to start working again after leaving a job due to childbirth, childcare, or other reasons. After they complete their studies, we help participants find high-value-added digital jobs that suit their stages of life, whether that be working for a company in the prefecture, starting their own business, or working from home. By helping to promote the advancement of women, we will contribute to Goal 5 of the SDGs in particular.

Cyber Security Leader Development

In order to develop professionals who can respond to information security threats, we conducted the Cyber Attack Countermeasure Exercise and Information Security Lecture - Practical-type Security Training to Learn from Attack Methods. Cyber security, which allows the reliable, safe, and secure use of ICT, is one of the most sought-after skills in Japan and the world.

World's First Off-Grid Energy Storage Solar Carport Demonstration Study

The University of Aizu launched a joint demonstration project with Aizu Computer Science Laboratories, Inc., Banpu Japan k.k. on the development of a fully off-grid solar carport equipped with energy storage batteries. The fruits of this joint demonstration project will be installed in greater and greater number in Aizuwakamatsu City and elsewhere as modules that connect mobility devices such as micro-mobility and EVs with renewable and distributed energy sources.

Prosthetic Arm With Sensory Motor Integration And Feedback Sensing

While most current upper-limb prostheses do not provide patients with sensory feedback, this prosthesis is equipped with sensory-motor integration and tactile sensing to recreate natural sensation.

Creativity Development Program and Creativity Development Studio

The Creativity Development Program is an educational program to develop the habit of creating things on a daily basis, which is necessary for engineers in this new era. Teams consisting of students from various universities, fields, and countries, participants will propose and develop systems to solve the problems of local governments and companies in the region.