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Why Hurricanes Behave the Way They Do: OIST Foundation Launches “Science in Focus”
On January 27, the OIST Foundation hosted the webinar Observe the Weather Day, featuring a conversation between Professor Pinaki Chakraborty, Interim Dean of Faculty Affairs
The OIST Foundation Invests in STEM Education Outreach in Okinawa at the OIST Science Studio
The OIST Foundation is proud to support the OIST Science Studio (OSS) at the Yomitan Library, OIST’s first off-campus space dedicated to engaging directly with
Observe the Weather Day Webinar
Typhoons, Extreme Weather, and the Science Behind a Changing Climate Observe the Weather Day is celebrated each year, and on January 27 at 7:00 PM
OIST Foundation Welcomes Japan’s Ambassador to the United States at Special Washington, D.C. Reception
The OIST Foundation was honored to host Japan’s Ambassador to the United States, Ambassador Shigeo Yamada, at a special evening reception held on November 19 at
OIST Foundation Extends Cleveland Clinic Research Partnership with New Scholar Award
The OIST Foundation is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with the Cleveland Clinic through a newly awarded research extension for Cleveland Clinic
OIST x Stanford: Strengthening U.S.–Japan Collaboration in Science and Sustainability
In October 2025, OIST Foundation Executive Director Ginger Choy joined President Karin Markides and Vice President Reid Ching for a series of events and meetings
OIST Foundation Leaders Visit Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
In August 2025, OIST Foundation Chairman Takeshi Ueshima, Executive Director Ginger Choy, and Vice President Reid Ching spent a full day at the Okinawa Institute
OIST Foundation Welcomes Ginger Choy as New Executive Director
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Foundation (OIST Foundation) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ginger Choy as its new Executive Director, effective