ADDU SEA Hosts MJ-STeP Delegation for Joint Research Collaboration

The Ateneo de Davao University School of Engineering and Architecture welcomed the MJ-STeP delegation from Japan, which was making its second visit to the Philippines to advance a joint research collaboration.

The delegation was led by MJ-STeP President Yoshiaki Miwa, who is also a former Japanese Ambassador to the Solomon Islands and a former Consul General in Davao. Prof. Toyonobu “Nobu” Usuki, PhD, of Sophia University also took part in the visit. He has agreed to serve as Principal Investigator coordinating the project.

During the visit, the delegation held discussions with Philippine researchers and relevant government agencies to better understand the proposed collaboration and its framework. They also carried out coordination work and field surveys to support the drafting of the joint research plan and to identify opportunities for lasting cooperation.

ADDU SEA expressed its appreciation for the engagement and said it looks forward to contributing to a productive international research partnership.