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NEDO and Tokushima University Sign MOC for Mutual Collaboration in Supporting Entrepreneurs

August 1, 2019

On July 31, 2019, NEDO signed a memorandum of cooperation (MOC) with Tokushima University pertaining to mutual collaboration in supporting university-based research-focused startups.

Under this MOC, NEDO aims to expand the Japanese startup ecosystem through activities to support the creation and growth of university-based startups. In that regard, NEDO will cooperate with Tokushima University to identify seed technologies at the university and assist university-based startups with developing business plans, participating in pitch contests, and training support personnel.

  • Photo of NEDO Executive Director Masayoshi Watanabe and Tokushima University President Sumihare Noji
    NEDO Executive Director
    Masayoshi Watanabe (right) and
    Tokushima University President
    Sumihare Noji
  • Photo of NEDO Executive Director Watanabe and Tokushima University President Noji signing MOC
    MOC signing ceremony