SRP Plus 2025：Wrapping Up a Wonderful Program 充実したプログラムを終えて
今年のSRP Plus（Summer Research Program Plus 2025）は、JV-Campusオンラインシステム導入に伴う運営システム移行のため、例年とは異なり冬季開催⛄️となりました。
This year’s SRP Plus (Summer Research Program Plus 2025) was held in winter ⛄️ instead of summer, due to the transition to a new management system associated with the introduction of the JV-Campus online platform.
2025年9月に実施されたSRP Online 2025 (JV-Campus)には、世界中から300名を超える学生が申請・参加し、その中から厳正な選考を経て、合計18名の学生がつくばキャンパスで行われるSRP Plusに招へいされました。
More than 300 students from around the world applied for and participated in SRP Online 2025 (JV-Campus), which was held in September 2025. Following a highly competitive selection process, a total of 18 outstanding students were invited to join the SRP Plus program at the Tsukuba campus.
招へい者の皆さんがつくばにやって来たのは年明け2026年1月、真冬のつくば。（*通常は夏の開催となります）台湾、ベトナム、インドネシア、インド、ブラジル——。それぞれ温暖な国々からやって来たみなさんは寒い冬のつくばに到着しましたが、キャンパス内にあるグローバルゲストハウスは暖かく心地良いため、チェックインの後は一安心の様子でした。
The invited students arrived in Tsukuba in January 2026 — right in the middle of winter (*SRP is usually held during the summer season). Coming from warmer countries and regions such as Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, and Brazil, many of the students experienced the cold Tsukuba winter for the first time.
However, after checking into the cozy and welcoming Global Guest House on campus, everyone seemed relieved and quickly settled into their new environment.
翌朝、いよいよプログラム初日。Teaching Assistant（TA）とともにオリエンテーションに参加した後、各学生は受け入れ研究室のTAに案内され、それぞれのラボへ向かいます。仲間たちと会い、いよいよ18日間の研究とラボでの取り組みがスタートしました。
The next morning marked the first day of the program. After attending the orientation session together with the Teaching Assistants (TAs), each student was guided to their assigned laboratory by their lab TA.
There, they met their new lab mates, and their 18-day journey of research, learning, and collaboration officially began.
〈各ラボでの研究開始〉
みなさん、それぞれが毎日真剣に実験、研究に取り組んでいたようです。母国と違う日本のツールや機器なども大変興味深く、ピペットひとつとっても違う品質、感触をしっかり記憶に刻まれたことでしょう。
<Beginning Research in Each Laboratory>
The students fully immersed themselves in experiments and research activities every day throughout the program. Many of them were especially fascinated by the different tools, equipment, and research environment in Japan. Even something as simple as using a pipette seemed to leave a lasting impression, as they experienced differences in quality, precision, and feel compared with those in their home countries.
受け入れをしていただいたラボの先生には大変感謝しております。
We are truly grateful to all the professors and laboratories who warmly welcomed and supported the students during their research experience.
1. Prof. Kenji Irie：Irie lab
2. Prof. Atsushi Kawaguchi：Kawaguchi lab
3. Prof. Seiya Mizuno：Mizuno lab
4. Prof. Kazuya Morikawa：Morikawa lab
5. Prof. Takashi Matsuzaka：Matsuzaka lab
6. Prof. Masashi Yanagisawa：Yanagisawa lab
7. Prof. Satoru Takahashi： Takahashi lab
8. Prof. Mitsuyasu Kato：Kato lab
9. Prof. Kaspar Vogt：Vogt lab
研究に全力で打ち込む一方で、仲間と食卓を囲みながら語り合う時間は、SRP Plusならではの醍醐味。学生の街・つくばには、ボリューム満点でリーズナブルな各国料理店がずらり。ラボ帰りに立ち寄る定食屋からスパイス香るエスニック料理まで。白熱した研究のあとは、美味しいごはんでエネルギーチャージ。
While the students devoted themselves to research during the day, another special part of SRP Plus was the time spent sharing meals and conversations with friends from around the world.
Tsukuba, known as a student city, offers a wide variety of affordable and hearty international restaurants. From cozy Japanese diners to spice-filled ethnic cuisine, there was always something new to enjoy after a long day in the lab. After hours of intense research and experiments, gathering around delicious food became the perfect way to relax, recharge, and deepen friendships.
そして、我らが誇る新設の「陽子線治療センター」は、最先端のがん治療を提供する施設として、日々分刻みで治療が行われています。今回、運よくセンター内を見学する機会に恵まれました。特に印象的だったのは、小児患者さんへの温かな配慮です。治療に向かう子どもたちの不安や恐怖、少しでも感じるストレスを和らげられるよう、施設内にはミッキーたちの“魔法”があちこちに散りばめられていました。最新医療の高度な技術だけでなく、患者さんの気持ちに寄り添う工夫が随所に感じられ、とても心に残る見学となりました。
Tsukuba Proton Beam Therapy Center
We also had the opportunity to visit our proudly newly established Proton Therapy Center, a state-of-the-art facility where advanced cancer treatments are carried out with remarkable precision every day.
We were fortunate to be given a special tour inside the center. What left the strongest impression on us was the thoughtful care shown toward pediatric patients.
Throughout the facility, “Disney magic” featuring Mickey and friends could be found in many places, helping to ease the fear, anxiety, and stress that children may feel before treatment.
Beyond its cutting-edge medical technology, the center beautifully reflected a patient-centered approach, with warm and compassionate touches designed to support both children and their families. It was truly a memorable and inspiring visit.
週末には、日本文化を体験するフィールドトリップも実施しました。
参加者たちは、茨城県が誇る筑波山の自然や、大洗の海と活気ある魚市場、そして笠間での陶芸体験を満喫。どの場所でも笑顔があふれていました。日本文化を体感することも、SRP Plusの大切なアクティビティの一つです。
On the weekends, the students also took part in field trips to experience Japanese culture and local attractions. They enjoyed the beautiful nature of Mt. Tsukuba, one of Ibaraki’s most famous landmarks, explored the seaside atmosphere and lively fish market in Oarai, and even tried traditional pottery making in Kasama. Smiles could be seen everywhere throughout the trips. Experiencing Japanese culture firsthand is also an important part of the SRP Plus program, providing students with opportunities to connect with Japan beyond the laboratory.
笠間の陶芸体験でみなさんが造った力作が出来上がりました。素晴らしい出来栄え！
The pottery pieces created by the students during the ceramic workshop in Kasama have finally been completed — and the results are amazing! Each piece reflects the students’ creativity and individuality, making them wonderful memories of their cultural experience in Japan. The finished works turned out beautifully!
新開たら さん による表千家茶道のお手前の様子：特別イベントとして表千家お茶会もいたしました。インドのからの参加学生は茶道が感慨深いようで、お手前を凝視していたしました。茶道とヨガには共通するものがあるようで、彼女は感慨深く、茶道のお手前を見つめていました。
As a special cultural event, we also held a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in the Omotesenke style, hosted by Ms. Tarara Shinkai. The students carefully observed the graceful tea ceremony performance, experiencing the beauty of Japanese hospitality and tradition firsthand. One student from India was especially fascinated by the ceremony and watched every movement with deep concentration. She shared that the spirit and mindfulness of the tea ceremony reminded her of yoga, and seemed deeply moved by the experience.
そして、最終日の研究発表会は、さすがにこの日は朝から皆さん真剣な眼差し。
参加者たちの発表にも誠実に向き合い、活発な質疑応答が交わされました。
Finally, the research presentation session on the last day of the program arrived. From the very morning, the students wore serious and focused expressions as they prepared for their presentations. Each participant presented their research sincerely and passionately, and the sessions were filled with lively discussions and thoughtful questions from both students and faculty members. It was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to reflect on how much they had learned and accomplished during the program.
研究発表を終え修了書の授与。そしてみんなで記念撮影。
達成感と共に開放感いっぱいの一枚！
After completing their research presentations, the students received their certificates of completion, followed by a group photo to celebrate the occasion.
The photo captured not only a great sense of achievement, but also the joy and relief that came after successfully finishing the program together.
思い出のアルバム集
Photo Memories from SRP Plus
また、つくばで会える日を楽しみに待っています！
We are already looking forward to seeing everyone again in Tsukuba someday!