Hokkaido University

Hokkaido University is a national comprehensive research university based in Sapporo with a large multi‑campus footprint and a strong culture of open, cross‑disciplinary collaboration. Integration with a major university hospital enables clinical translation and access to real‑world healthcare settings. Extensive experimental forests, farms, and coastal stations provide year‑round field sites and pilot‑scale environments, while cold‑region laboratories offer proving grounds for products and systems in harsh climates. Companies engage through sponsored research, shared‑use core facilities, and flexible collaboration agreements supported by dedicated industry liaison staff. Research is supported by competitive national funding, including programs from JSPS, JST, AMED, and NEDO, and a technology transfer office facilitates IP protection, licensing, and startup formation.