Educational Research Foundation
Advancing International and
Interdisciplinary Higher Education
Through Research and Collaboration
in the AI Era
Connecting Japan and Europe
through research, partnership, and innovation
in higher education
Upcoming Event:
Keynote Address by Professor Ronald Barnett (UCL)
27 June 2026 | Learn More →
Mission
To advance the internationalisation and interdisciplinary transformation of higher education in the age of AI.
By connecting Japanese and European universities and promoting innovative, globally engaged learning, research, and collaboration.
Institutional Philosophy
The Foundation believes that the future of higher education requires universities to move beyond traditional disciplinary and national boundaries.
Higher education plays a vital role not only in developing knowledge and professional competence, but also in fostering mutual understanding across cultures, disciplines, and societies.
In an age shaped by artificial intelligence and global interdependence, universities must cultivate critical thinking, creativity, ethical responsibility, and a lifelong commitment to learning.
By fostering international and interdisciplinary collaboration, the Foundation seeks to support universities in preparing individuals to contribute meaningfully to an increasingly complex and interconnected world.
Focus Areas
Internationalisation
Supporting universities in developing global learning environments, academic mobility, international partnerships, and intercultural understanding.
Interdisciplinary Education and Research
Promoting educational and research approaches that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries.
AI and the Future of Higher Education
Exploring the implications of artificial intelligence for teaching, learning, research, and governance.
Japan–Europe University Partnerships
Facilitating collaboration and knowledge exchange between universities in Japan and Europe.