Professor Tetsuya Sakurai of the University of Tsukuba Announces NVIDIA Collaboration to Enhance AI Research
Professor Tetsuya Sakurai, Director of the Center for Artificial Intelligence Research at the University of Tsukuba, has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA during the GTC 2025 conference, which took place from March 17 to 21 in San Jose, California.
The GTC Conference
The GTC conference, hosted by NVIDIA, serves as a prominent platform for discussions surrounding advancements in artificial intelligence technology, attracting experts and organizations globally.
Collaboration Details
This collaboration involves a partnership between the University of Tsukuba and the University of Washington, designed to strengthen AI research initiatives between Japan and the United States. NVIDIA has committed to providing $25 million to support research projects at both institutions.
Exploring Collaborative Efforts
On March 19, Professor Sakurai met with Jack Wells, NVIDIA’s Director of Higher Education and Research Computing, to explore potential collaborative efforts. Following their discussion, Professor Sakurai indicated that they addressed various ways to work together, including the utilization of NVIDIA’s tools and GPUs in research activities and the organization of seminars and training sessions for students. The University of Tsukuba aims to establish a strong foundation for AI research in Japan through this initiative.
Significance of the Partnership
This partnership underscores the importance of international cooperation in the field of AI research and development, reflecting the increasing relevance of artificial intelligence across different sectors.
(Source: University of Tsukuba)
