A delegation from the University of Tokyo lead by Prof. Yutaka Matsuo on Friday February 14, 2025 paid a courtesy visit on the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Victoria Ngumi, to explore potential areas of collaboration in the rapidly advancing field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The meeting provided an invaluable opportunity to discuss mutually beneficial partnerships, focusing on cutting-edge AI research, innovation, and academic exchanges. Both institutions expressed a strong commitment to fostering global cooperation, sharing expertise, and driving forward advancements that could have impact on technology, education, and society at large.
Welcoming the delegation, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ngumi emphasized JKUAT’s strong commitment to integrating Artificial Intelligence into its curriculum. She highlighted the university’s dedication to equipping students with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
“This opportunity to collaborate with the University of Tokyo is important in ensuring JKUAT stays at the forefront of technological advancements and that AI becomes a central pillar in both academic and practical applications in the University,” stated Prof. Ngumi.
The Vice Chancellor further stated that once the partnership is fully realized, it would significantly enhance and strengthen the AI curriculum offered at the university. She emphasized that collaborating with the University of Tokyo, which boasts over 20 years of experience in the field of AI, would provide JKUAT students and faculty with access to world-class resources, research, and expertise.
Prof. Matsuo, expressed his institution’s keen interest in fostering knowledge and expertise exchange in the field of AI. He highlighted that the University of Tokyo is committed to sharing its vast experience and research innovations with JKUAT, particularly in areas of AI development, application, and policy.
“This collaboration will create a dynamic platform for both institutions to jointly explore new frontiers in AI, cultivate academic growth, and contribute to shaping the future of technology in education and beyond,” said Prof. Matsuo.
Prof. Matsuo said that by combining the University of Tokyo’s extensive expertise in advanced AI research with JKUAT’s strong focus on practical applications, the partnership would offer a comprehensive approach to AI education and innovation. This collaboration, he noted, could also extend to faculty exchange programs, joint conferences, and collaborative publications, fostering a vibrant academic ecosystem between the two institutions.
The meeting was also addressed by Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Prof. Robert Kinyua; Deputy Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance, Prof. Bernard Ikua; Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research, Production, and Extension, Prof. Jackson kwanza, University of Tokyo International Relations Officer, Ms. Erin Hirakawa; and Prof. Hiroshi Koaze, Chief Advisor, AFRICA-ai-Japan Project.
