January 21, 2022
Keio University
Keio University (Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Kohei Ito; hereinafter "Keio University") and Japan Post Insurance Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Director and Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO: Tetsuya Senda; hereinafter "Japan Post Insurance") concluded a memorandum of understanding on January 21, 2022, to collaborate and cooperate in promoting the improvement of well-being and the circulation of funds with academia at its core.
Under its philosophy of contributing to "the achievement of a healthy and happy life for all," Keio University has been working to advance knowledge and technology in fields such as medicine and data science. The memorandum of understanding was concluded based on a shared vision for the future of society.
Going forward, Keio University and Japan Post Insurance will mutually collaborate and cooperate, focusing on the field of impact investing, including considering the provision of funds to venture companies that utilize Keio University's research outcomes. Together, they will strive to solve social issues and create innovation.
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