[Event] Two Days at the Frontier of Data Science & AI — Introducing the First “Open DS AI Forum 2026 (ODAF2026)” on July 31 & August 1
The Faculty of Data Science (MUDS) and the Faculty of Global/International Data Science (MIDS) at Musashino University will host the very first “Open DS AI Forum 2026 (ODAF2026)” over two days — Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026 — at Building 5, Ariake Campus. Admission is free with advance registration. Everyone with an interest in data science is welcome, including corporate visitors, high school students, and the general public.
🎓 Musashino University × Data Science × AI
A special two-day forum opening up the “present” and the “future” of data science.
👉 Register in advance (free, first-come-first-served):https://forms.gle/6eYmHhRgLhNbfLL69
What is ODAF2026?
ODAF2026 is the first open forum in which MUDS and MIDS share the results of their research and educational activities with a broad audience. The program features “Mirai-Sozo (Future Creation) Talk” sessions on the present and future of data science, together with research showcases from every laboratory — open throughout the event on floors 5F and 6F.
At the heart of the forum is the required course “Mirai-Sozo (Future Creation) Project.” From the second semester of the first year through to graduation, students take on joint research with companies and commissioned research from government and public bodies, tackling real-world challenges through hands-on learning. Since the faculty opened in 2019, a year-end showcase for first-year students has been held annually; this year, for the first time, the results are opened to the public — centered on second- and third-year students and extending to faculty members and graduate students. Visitors can explore a wide range of themes, from knowledge bases to virtual reality (VR) and deep learning.
It may be the height of summer, but we warmly invite you to join us, see the work up close, and connect with our students and faculty.
Program (Tentative)
※ The program is subject to change. Please check the official page for the latest details.
🗓 Day 1 — Friday, July 31, 13:00–17:00 @ Lecture Stage
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 13:00 | Opening Remarks — “Future Research Directions to new Data Science & AI in Society & Nature” / Dean Yasushi Kiyoki |
| 13:20 | Future Creation Talk / Prof. Yasushi Kiyoki, Prof. Naoki Ishibashi, Assoc. Prof. Yusuke Takahashi, Prof. Virach Sornlertlamvanich |
| 14:40 | Research Showcase (5F・6F) |
| 16:00 | Future Creation Talk / Assoc. Prof. Ryota Nakamura, Assoc. Prof. Asako Uraki, Prof. Kyoko Kanzaki |
🗓 Day 2 — Saturday, August 1, 10:00–17:00 @ Main Stage
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | Doors open · Research Showcase (5F・6F) |
| 11:00 | On the Launch of MIDS — “Local Insights toward Global Intelligence” / Prof. Naoki Ishibashi |
| 11:20 | Future Creation Talk / Prof. Hiroo Iwata, Assoc. Prof. Shiori Sasaki, Prof. Thatsanee Charoenporn |
| 12:00 | Research Showcase (5F・6F) |
| 13:00 | Future Creation Talk / Prof. Soichi Oka, Assoc. Prof. Norifumi Watanabe, Assoc. Prof. Yasuhiro Hayashi |
| 14:00 | Research Showcase (5F・6F) |
| 16:00 | Closing Panel — “AI Talent Transformation & the Challenges of the Future” / Prof. Yasushi Kiyoki, Prof. Virach Sornlertlamvanich, Prof. Naoki Ishibashi, Prof. Soichi Oka |
Student Research Showcase (5F・6F, all day)
Throughout the forum, MUDS and MIDS students present and demo their research projects on floors 5F and 6F. From practical themes born out of joint research with companies to independent explorations, you can see up close how students are tackling real-world challenges.
Event Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Open DS AI Forum 2026 (ODAF2026) |
| Dates & Times | Fri, July 31, 13:00–17:00 / Sat, August 1, 10:00–17:00 |
| Venue | Building 5, Ariake Campus, Musashino University (3-3-3 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo) |
| Access | 7-min walk from Kokusai-Tenjijo Station (Rinkai Line), among others. Please use public transportation. |
| Admission | Free (advance registration required) |
| Audience | Corporate visitors, high school students, general public — everyone welcome |
| Organizers | Faculty of Data Science (MUDS) & Faculty of Global/International Data Science (MIDS), Musashino University |
| Contact | odaf2026@gdl.jp |
Reserve Your Spot in Advance
Admission is free but requires advance registration. Seats are limited, so we recommend registering early.
👉 Advance Registration Form
✅ Free admission
📋 Advance registration required
🎓 Open to everyone
Related Links
Open forum details: https://muds.gdl.jp/odaf2026/
Musashino Data Science (MUDS / MIDS): https://web.ds.musashino-u.ac.jp/
Musashino University: https://www.musashino-u.ac.jp/
We look forward to seeing you there — from all of us, students and faculty alike.