The Research Institute for Sustainable Humanosphere (RISH) at Kyoto University defines the “Humanosphere” as the vital spheres that sustain human activities. We aim to investigate its pressing current and future challenges, pioneering innovative technologies that will foster a sustainable society in harmony with our natural environment. From its inception, RISH has prioritized robust collaboration with Asian partners. This commitment has yielded numerous fruitful international research projects, including those effectively utilizing the large-scale atmospheric observation stations and vast plant research fields throughout the region. Building on this foundation, RISH launched the Asia Research Node (ARN) program in 2016. ARN is designed to strengthen international collaborative research hubs and cultivate talented individuals who can advance “Humanosphere Sciences” globally, with a particular focus on partnerships across Asia. As a prime activity of ARN, we host a series of annual ARN Symposia to discuss the current status and future prospects of “Humanosphere Sciences,” thereby bolstering international collaborative research towards a “Sustainable Humanosphere.”

This year, we welcome you to The 10th ARN Symposium at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Tainan, Taiwan. This milestone event will feature two keynote sessions and eight scientific sessions with invited lectures from leading researchers in “Humanosphere Science.” We will also host a poster session, specifically designed to foster the next generation of young researchers who will sustain and expand this vital field. Topics will cover all aspects of “Humanosphere Science,” including, but not limited to: plant biology, microbiology, entomology, ecology, chemistry, material science, architecture, space science, atmospheric science, environmental science, electromagnetic engineering, forestry, agriculture, and so on.

Date

September 16–18, 2025

Access and Venue 

NCKU International Conference Hall（成功大学國際會議廳） 
National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
https://maps.app.goo.gl/CdjJsBVYuky8QnQH9

Sessions on 16th: The main hall is the Hall#1 (B1 floor) 
Sessions on 17th and 18th :  Hall#2 (B1 floor) 
Poster: Multifunction room (1st floor)

Details (PDF)

Program

Program and Time Schedule (Tentative):
https://www.rish.kyoto-u.ac.jp/logos/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/10thARN_ProgramTimetable_0731.pdf

Registration

Please register using the following form by Friday, August 22:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfL-aJo-ohRv0QKl0z2CugUyWFxcM8JpiDJxkJ6uIG1CtX8NA/viewform

Abstract Submission

Please download the abstract template below and submit your abstract file (word format) to the ARN office (arn10@mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp) by Friday, August 22.
Download abstract template (word format):
https://www.rish.kyoto-u.ac.jp/logos/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/10thARN_Abstrcat_Template.docx

Abstract Book

Coming soon.

Instructions for Poster Presenters

【Poster Display】
Poster Session: September 17, 17:30–19:00 at the Multi-function Room (1st floor), NCKU International Conference Hall.
You are encouraged to stand next to your poster to present your paper during the Poster Session.
Poster Board Size: 120 cm (height) x 85 cm (width). A0 size is recommended.
Important Notice: All poster presenters are kindly requested to print their posters in advance, as printing facilities will not be available at the symposium venue.

Main Sessions

Description of Main Sessions:
https://www.rish.kyoto-u.ac.jp/logos/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/10thARN_Sessions_0731.pdf

Keynote Sessions I & II. 
Chairs: Charles Lin (NCKU) and Yuki Tobimatsu (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Confirmed Keynote Speakers:
　・Prof. Mt. Jade Scholar Masaru Ohme-Takagi (NCKU)
　・Prof. Mt. Jade Scholar Takashi Gojobori (NCKU)
　・Prof. Emer. Toshitaka Tsuda (RISH, Kyoto U.)
　・Prof. Mamoru Yamamoto (RISH, Kyoto U.)

Session I. Satellite Payload and Engineering
Chairs: Alfred Bing-Chih Chen (NCKU), Hirotsugu Kojima (RISH, Kyoto U.) 
Speakers: TBD. 

Session II. Equatorial Aeronomy and Remote Sensing
Chairs: Charles Lin (NCKU), Tatsuhiko Yokoyama (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers:  P. K. Rajesh (NCKU), Yen-Hsyang Chu (National Central U.), Chi-Yen Lin (National Central U.), Peng Liu (RISH, Kyoto U.), Chun-Yen Huang (RISH, Kyoto U.)

Session III. Urban Pest and Management
Chairs: Hou-Feng Li (National Chung Hsing U.), Wakako Ohmura (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers: Etsuko Kagaya (FFPRI, Japan), Shu-Ping Tseng (National Taiwan University), Kok-Boon Neoh (National Chung Hsing U.), Hou-Feng Li (National Chung Hsing U.), Wakako Ohmura (RISH, Kyoto U.).

Session IV. Wireless Systems – Semiconductor Devices and Wireless Power Transfer –
Chairs: Yu-Te Liao (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung U.), Tsung-Heng Tsai (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung U.), Tomohiko Mitani (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers: Heng-Ming Hsu (National Chung Hsing U, Taiwan), Yu-Te Liao (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung U.),  Chia-Chan Chang (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung U.) , Bo Yang (RISH, Kyoto U), Tomohiko Mitani (RISH, Kyoto U). 

Session V. Architecture with Wood – Large-scale Structures with Timber Materials –
Chairs: Yu-Lin Chung (NCKU), Ai Tomita (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers: Meng-Ting Tsai(NTUST), Yasuhiro Araki(NILIM), Bing-Syun Li(NCKU), Min-Chih Hou(KKE), Hiroshi Isoda(RISH, Kyoto U.)

Session VI. Biology and Biotechnology for a Sustainable Future
Chairs: Chao-Li Huang (NCKU), Yuki Tobimatsu (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers: Ying-Chung Jimmy Lin (National Taiwan U.); I-Ching Chen (NCKU); Ying-Lan Chen (NCKU); Chao-Li Huang (NCKU); Yuki Tobimatsu (RISH, Kyoto U.).

Session VII. Space Science and Space Weather
Chairs: Charles Lin (NCKU), Yusuke Ebihara (RISH, Kyoto U.)
Speakers: TBD.

Session VIII. Advanced Biomass-based Materials
Chairs: Yi-Chun Chen (National Chung Hsing U.), Yukiko Enomoto (U. Tokyo)
Speakers: Yi-Chun Chen (National Chung Hsing U.), Biqing Liang (NCKU), Yu-Ting (Lusia) Liu (National Chung Hsing U.), Bing Xie (Kyoto U.), Yukiko Enomoto (U. Tokyo). 

Excursion

The conference excursion to the Amazon River (四草綠色隧道) and Anping Old Fort (安平古堡) is scheduled for the afternoon of Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Participation requires registration and ticket purchase. More information and the registration form will be announced later.

Banquet

Date and Time : Monday, September 16th, from 18:30
Venue :Jin Xia Lou (錦霞樓)
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cP1ZYYHyYjiaRrjv7?g_st=ipchttps://maps.app.goo.gl/P4LDqxKZXdSey7P79
Official webpage: https://www.asha-restaurant.com/）
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Accommodation

Academy Hotel (太子文旅)
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Organizing Committee

Co-chairs:
・Charles Lin (National Cheng Kung University)
・Yuki Tobimatsu (RISH, Kyoto University)

Committee Members:
・Alfred Bing-Chih Chen (National Cheng Kung University)
・Yi-Chun Chen (National Chung Hsing University)
・Yu-Lin Chung (National Cheng Kung University)
・Yusuke Ebihara (RISH, Kyoto University)
・Yukiko Enomoto (The University of Tokyo)
・Chao-Li Huang (National Cheng Kung University)
・Hiroshi Isoda (RISH, Kyoto University)
・Hirotsugu Kojima (RISH, Kyoto University)
・Hou-Feng Li (National Chung Hsing University)
・Yu-Te Liao (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University)
・Tomohiko Mitani (RISH, Kyoto University)
・Wakako Ohmura (RISH, Kyoto University)
・Tsung-Heng Tsai (National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University)
・Tatsuhiko Yokoyama (RISH, Kyoto University)

Previous ARN Symposia

• 9th ARN Symposium  in Uji, Kyoto and Online
• 8th ARN Symposium in Makassar, Indonesia and Online
• 7th ARN Symposium Online 
• 6th ARN Symposium Online 
• 5th ARN Symposium Online
• 4th ARN Symposium in Nanjing, China
• 3rd ARN Symposium in Taichung Taiwan
• 2nd ARN Symposium in Kyoto, Japan
• 1st ARN Symposium in Penang, Malaysia

Contact

ARN organization office at RISH   
arn10[at]mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp