The UN-led SDGs, a set of 17 goals and 169 targets to be achieved by the international community by 2030, was adopted in 2015 based on the MDGs (Millennium Development Goals) that started in 2000, after much discussion on the theme of sustainable development with no loose ends.
The goal was adopted in 2015 after much discussion on the theme of sustainable development without reversals. Universities are expected to contribute to the achievement of the SDGs as an entity that provides a place for people of all ages and positions to learn and has the function of supplying society with the wisdom of humanity. In pursuit of this value, Teikyo University is organizing its own activities from the perspective of the SDGs and focusing on efforts to connect them to the future. We invite you to experience the accumulated knowledge of Teikyo University.
Since the Industrial Revolution, humankind has been turning new energies into power, creating bigger, faster, and more things. Globalization accelerated these in the 1990s, and since the beginning of the 2000s, the IT revolution has led to huge economic development. On the other hand, it is also true that many problems and disparities have increased and become more serious. Developed and developing countries, rich and poor, urban and rural, and now the biggest global issue of all: climate change. Against this background, the SDGs started as MDGs in 2000 and will be transformed into SDGs in 2015. The biggest issue is "sustainable development. For example, more advanced science and technology will be required to ensure that completely clean energy that does not emit CO2 will be sufficient to continue the economic development that has been carried out by fossil fuels. To bridge the economic gap between regions, it may be necessary to create new industries that have never existed before. These are exactly the same challenges in both developed and developing countries. What is required, we believe, is human wisdom. The possibilities of the SDGs that Teikyo University sees are also the possibilities of the next generation that will be opened up by human wisdom.
In order to solve social issues, it is important to understand the various factors that make up the problem. By unraveling a wide range of factors such as history, economy, politics, and philosophy, we can derive solutions that approach the essence of the problem. The university encompasses many specialized fields and has specialists who are familiar with each of them. It is of great value as a center of social wisdom.
A university that offers the opportunity for all generations to study highly specialized education can be a place that fosters individuals who can solve society's problems. There are innumerable ways to learn, master a skill, or become involved in social activities. There are countless ways to learn. Students can put what they know into action and test its effectiveness. The university's ability to turn knowledge and wisdom into challenges is another universal and significant value.
The university forms a well-developed educational area and also functions as an important biosphere for flora and fauna in the community. The vast space also ensures safety as an evacuation site in the event of a disaster. In addition, it is a place for human interaction and can be an opportunity to create new vitality in the local community. As a social environment, it offers various possibilities to the to the region.
The universities, which attract many young people, especially those in their late teens and early twenties, are important places where the next generation of society's leaders are born. They are also places where scholarships and study abroad programs are well established and international cross-cultural exchanges are taking place. Continuing to provide young people with new and abundant possibilities is the unique value of a university.
Teikyo University SDGs Report
We will report on the various research activities on which we are currently working and pick up those that fit the 17 goals and 169 targets of the SDGs. We hope you will experience how the projects from an SDG perspective matches the awareness of the people involved in these activities
Taking on the challenge of diverse working styles and worker health
Working styles are becoming more diverse around the world, with gig workers and cloud workers, and Japan is no exception. However, understanding the industrial hygiene situation of these people is lagging behind. We look into industrial hygiene efforts that leave no one behind.
There are many similarities between the issues faced by the SDGs and global security discussions. Therefore, even in Japan's modern history, which was created to prevent Japan from going to war again, there are hints for solving the SDGs.
Irrational beliefs are a term that refers to the state of thinking that ``I have to do something'' and causing a loss of tolerance. He says that ``shared experiences of joy'' can help improve the situation. What kind of research can lead to solving SDGs?
Rural tourism is an initiative that utilizes the resources of agricultural, forestry and fishing areas (rural areas) and provides various services to people outside the area. It is attracting attention as an opportunity for people to reaffirm and utilize the power of their local communities.
The value of sport goes beyond physical and mental well-being. The power of sports is utilized in areas affected by disasters, in developing countries, for the elderly, and for regional revitalization. We approach the value of sports that reach out to the socially vulnerable.
Utilize support projects for developing countries with a view to the SDGs that are being developed around the world, deepen students' understanding of the SDGs, improve their practical skills, and take on the challenge of solving essential problems rooted in the history and culture of each region. Efforts have begun.
In order to achieve the SDGs, it is essential to pursue principles in all fields, and to advance various research and take action accordingly. The path of inquiry aiming to elucidate the "principle of walking" can be the path to solving social issues.
"Children's health" is affected by countless social environments, such as the situation of parents, the safety of the community, and the quality of the school environment. Analyzing such an environment and creating methods for solving problems will lead to solving the problems of the SDGs itself.
Research to create motivation to "move your body" by utilizing all kinds of advanced technology is rapidly evolving. We will explore hints for solving the SDGs through examples of advanced technology that can only be used by experts in human bones and muscles.
Since World War II, the international community has been actively supporting education in developing countries. At present, about 90% of children in the world have primary education. What are the possibilities and challenges of education? We are approaching the front line.
From the perspective of the SDGs, a society with less waste equals a good society. This is because "disposal" means throwing away everything, including energy and resources related to products. We will unravel the true nature of the social issues that are packed into the existence of waste.
Mobility management is a field that analyzes and researches the means of transportation of people. We have demonstrated that careful understanding of the current situation and specific action planning are effective in changing behavior. The results are applied in many fields and contribute to SDGs solutions.
The refugee crisis is a complex international political issue, and for a long time, the debate has been mainly between nations. Now, however, a movement led by corporations and universities is emerging to solve this problem in society as a whole. This program looks at the actions that will lead to a brighter future for refugees.
Invisible microalgae such as Euglena and Pediastrum have enormous potential for future biofuels. We will approach the research and prospects of microalgae, which are rapidly attracting attention.
Tips for Achieving the SDGs from a Nuclear Physicist
A worldwide network of researchers in physics with a long history. There are a multitude of subdivided fields of study. In the way this network of wisdom is utilized, we can discover the essence of what is needed to solve the SDGs.
The segregation of developed and developing countries in the SDGs raises the question of the social responsibility of developed countries in particular. However, how to spread "social responsibility" to developed countries is one of the most difficult issues. We will look at the possibilities for solving this problem.
What kind of possibilities will the corporation, where all workers are replaced every two years, show us in the future? The challenge initiated by a certain seminar is attracting a lot of attention. We will take a closer look at the "ism" inherited by the students.
The shift to new energy is underway, but first of all, careful utilization of existing energy can be put into practice right away. What was needed to establish energy conservation was the fostering of culture through numerical visualization and action.
Support for Women as the Key to a Sustainable World
The longer female researchers pursue their own careers, the more likely they are to solve problems in society as a whole. Here, we look at the possibilities and achievements of Teikyo University's overall efforts to support female researchers.
Japan has achieved the world's top level of public health. Its establishment can be attributed to the widespread use of "social education". This know-how accumulated in Japan, which is highly regarded worldwide, will contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. We will take a closer look at its potential.
Breaking away from fossil fuels is a global challenge. The world is shifting to renewable energy at a rapid pace. The idea that is indispensable for energy is "overall optimal design". It is a keyword that connects the entire society to the future.
Sustainable Town Development that Started with Cancer
This is a report of efforts to maximize the potential of the region through medical issues. We will unravel the appearance and methodology of information networks that can be applied to any region of the world.
