RIKEN has platforms that promote cutting-edge research in various fields. TRIP (Transformative Research Innovation Platform of RIKEN platforms) is a challenging project to create an innovative research platform that effectively generates new fields of knowledge across research fields by cross-linking the cutting-edge research platforms.
By utilizing the "platform of platforms" that only RIKEN can provide, we will pioneer the knowledge that our planet and humanity require beyond the boundaries of research fields and paradigms and provide it widely to global society as an engine of social change.
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CoRe: Data and Computational Sciences Integration Research Program
RIKEN has platforms that promote cutting-edge research in various fields. TRIP (Transformative Research Innovation Platform of RIKEN platforms) is a challenging project to create an innovative research platform that effectively generates new fields of knowledge across research fields by cross-linking the cutting-edge research platforms (including supercomputer Fugaku, quantum computer, SPring-8/X-ray free electron laser facility SACLA, and bio-resource projects). Specifically, platforms (1) High-quality data acquisition and integration, (2) Pioneering prediction science with AI x Mathematical Science, and (3) Expansion of computationally viable region will be developed and linked to function as a research DX infrastructure that contributes to solving human problems, and to promote research that contributes to the creation of new value by utilizing these platforms.
AGIS: Advanced General Intelligence for Science Program
AGIS will introduce the technology of generative AI and will develop foundation models for scientific research to further accelerate the research cycle, as well as strengthen activities to lead advanced science to social impact.
FQSP: Fundamental Quantum Science Program
The forefront of quantum science and technology is rapidly expanding, but the deep understanding of the basic principles is still lacking.
The Fundamental Quantum Science Program returns to the fundamentals of quantum science and develops research from a mid- to long-term perspective.
We aim to create a world-class research center, form a hub for brain circulation, and foster human resources for fundamentals of quantum science research through long-term in-residence workshops, and seminars featuring top-class researchers.
DMP: RIKEN Program for Drug Discovery and Medical Technology Platforms
To solve the “shortage of drug targets” which is becoming fundamental and serious issue in pharmaceutical industries, we will develop robust research platforms that generate continuously candidate drug targets by combining the sate-of-the-art life science research of RIKEN and also external academia with RIKEN’s supercomputer Fugaku, experimental automation technology, and AI technology to create cutting-edge drug discovery seeds and new drug modalities.
Moreover, by implementing research outcomes faster and more in society through collaboration with RIKEN internal and external stakeholders, we anticipate to acquire licensing fees and a return on earnings. We aim to build a revamped ecosystem to autonomously strengthen basic research and contribute in upstream area of whole process to improve entirely drug discovery capability in Japan.
ASSP: Advanced Semiconductor Science Program
As the technology for generative AI develops and its use expands dramatically, reducing energy consumption has become an urgent issue. In order to achieve ultra-low power consumption for AI servers, technological innovation is required for the semiconductor devices used in generative AI.
The Advanced Semiconductor Science Program (ASSP) promotes the design and development of semiconductor devices that can be used in next-generation supercomputing infrastructures, integrated device for advanced computational science, and the foundation for new science, such as quantum innovation, in collaboration with various research centers within RIKEN. In addition, we aim to reduce the cost of design and apply it to edge AI through collaboration with universities and companies in Japan and overseas.
ICoP: RIKEN Industrial Co-creation Program
Research topics and technological “seeds” shared by RIKEN and industry partners are deployed into a joint research or problem-solving project set up under the auspices of the RIKEN Industrial Co-creation Program (ICoP).
ICoP facilitates the formation of a collaborative framework in which RIKEN researchers and technical personnel from the industry partner work closely together to draft a plan for collaboration leading to specific joint research projects and large-scale collaborative research undertakings.
BZP: RIKEN Baton Zone Program
The RIKEN Baton Zone Program manages and supports the transfer of RIKEN’s scientific achievements into commercial products through partnerships with private companies.
Under this program, researchers from RIKEN and private companies work together on focused research projects tackling specific technological challenges.
The scope of the program is twofold: on one hand it provides opportunities for corporate researchers and technicians to work in RIKEN laboratories, and on the other it supports the creation of research teams working on projects proposed by private companies.
