JATechnology for Welfare Project
Climate change is sweeping the world and the inevitability of a great earthquake looms over Japan. The frequency of natural disasters seems to be increasing and the scale of damage seems to be growing. Even now we are still reeling from the aftermath of the Corona pandemic.. Under these threats, we believe that technology is needed not only to protect lives from disasters but also to enable people to live more positively during disasters. In recent years the concept of “phase-free” has been proposed as a state in which we do not separate everyday life from emergency situations. The idea is not to prepare specifically for disasters, but to prepare for everyday life as it is. This project aims at practical exploration with the phrase “Disaster Mitigation with Preparation” as one of welfare in the broad sense of the word.
We will also continue to attempt to use technology to solve problems related to welfare, such as the occasional deficiencies felt in today’s diverse society.
Research Representative(s):
Yamada Koji
Research Member(s):
Kobayashi Takahiro
Each member decides on a theme and delves into the issue through regular discussions with professors and other students. We will provide opportunities for visits to related organizations and exchanges of opinions if needed. “Disaster Prevention without Preparation” will still be the main theme, however, you do not need to be confined by this.
We will also continue with the “Wide Welfare Technology Project (tentative title)”, an online gathering place mainly for people who are involved in welfare, which has been held since 2020. Participation is encouraged (Tentatively to be held every Friday).
While proceeding with consideration of opportunities for external public disclosure of our research, the main activities planned for FY2023 are as follows:
- Development of XR teaching materials for disaster education with the Gifu Prefectural Ogaki Special Needs School.
- Development of support materials at other schools
- Beginning the “Wide Welfare Technology Project (tentative title)”.
- Introduce our project at open houses
- Showcase our project at the IAMAS2024 exhibition.
- Present at academic research societies/organizations.
2014 - Present