• ISPIM Connects Sendai 2026

  • Event organized by ISPIM
  • 30 November, 2026 - 02 December, 2026
  • Sendai
  • Open Innovation Events Event
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Event description

ISPIM Connects Sendai is a three-day innovation conference titled “Innovating for a Resilient Future”. Held in Sendai, Japan’s “Green City,” the event focuses on the intersection of environmental responsibility, disaster resilience, and cutting-edge research. It aims to bring together professionals to discuss how technology and community-centered initiatives can build sustainable, resilient urban environments.

The conference takes place from November 30 to December 2, 2026.

  • Day 1 (Nov 30): Opening ceremonies, keynote speeches, and initial research presentations.

  • Day 2 (Dec 1): Continued workshops, panel discussions, and an innovation tour of the NTT Urban Development & Smart Innovation Lab.

  • Day 3 (Dec 2): Final sessions followed by innovation tours including the Akiu Winery, Moritami Sake Brewery, and the Tsunami Disaster Area (Arahama Elementary School).

Highlights of the Event

  • Global Participation: 250 innovation professionals from over 30 countries.

  • Rich Content: 150+ presentations featuring innovation management insights from both research and industry.

  • Innovation Tours: 6 specialized tours showcasing Sendai’s local ecosystem, including the NanoTerasu synchrotron facility and the IRIDeS (International Research Institute of Disaster Science).

  • Bilingual Accessibility: The main language is English, but Japanese presentations are included with full translation provided.

For full information, submissions, and registration, visit the official conference page: https://www.ispim-connects.com/

  • Topics

  • Social and economic concerns