1. Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology Introduction of NAIST IS Introduction of Graduate School of Information Science (IS) Software Engineering Lab and Software Design Lab IT-Triadic Project Internship Program between KU and NAIST

2. 2 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) is a leading Japanese national university established in 1991 which is composed solely of graduate schools in 3 core fields. NAIST conducts advanced research and educates accomplished individuals to support the development of society through science and technology.

3. 3 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Location Nara Osaka Kyoto NAIST is located in Kansai Science City

4. 4 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Campus As of July 1 st, 2011

5. 5 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Research Activity Ranking Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) assessment committee ranked NAIST 1st among 86 national universities in Japan for its achievements in both education and research during FY2006-2009. Revenue for research expenses (per faculty member) 1st Number of Grants-in-Aid for scientific research (per faculty member) 1st Revenue from patent implementation (per faculty member) 1st External funding income (per faculty member) 2nd The Council for Science and Technology Policy (Dec, 2009)

6. 6 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Academic Exchange Agreements 19 Countries/Regions 47 Institutions

7. 7 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST International Students Total: 119 students from 29 countries/areas (8/1/2011) Asia 95 Europe 5 M. East 2 Africa 4 Oceania 2 N. America 2 S. America 9 International student body comprises more than 10% of the total student population

8. 8 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Scholarships 32 international students currently receive Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships. About 20 private foundations offer scholarships to international students every year. 17 international students currently receive such funding. International students are also eligible to apply for Teaching Assistantship (TA) and Research Assistantship (RA). For more information visit our website: http://www.naist.jp/en/international_students/index.html For more information visit our website: http://www.naist.jp/en/international_students/index.html

9. 9 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology NAIST Graduate School of Information Science To undertake high-level fundamental research in cutting-edge areas of information science while educating and training researchers and engineers to be pioneers in fields such as computer science, media informatics, and applied informatics. Features Substantial research support Active faculty members The latest research facilities Flexible education system and research environment Extensive career opportunities

10. 10 Copyright © 2008 Nara Institute of Science and Technology / Osaka University Copyright © 2012 Nara Institute of Science and Technology Please find NAIST leaflet and bookmarks on the conference desk