Professor Jacquelien Scherpen, Rector Magnificus of the University of Groningen (UG), visited the University of Osaka (UOsaka) on 6 October 2025. UG and UOsaka have maintained a deep collaboration over the years, with UG being one of our Global Knowledge Partners.

President Atsushi KUMANOGOH, along with Executive Vice President Mikako HAYASHI and other members of UOsaka welcomed the UG delegation to discuss future collaboration. Both universities expressed a mutual interest in deepening their collaboration in various scientific disciplines.

It is hoped that the two universities will make significant strides in addressing global challenges and shaping the future of education and research.