To mark the institute’s establishment, a kickoff meeting was held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the I2CNER Building 1 Hall on the Ito Campus, bringing together more than 80 researchers and staff members affiliated with the institute.

Following opening remarks by Kyushu University President Ishibashi, Institute Director Tanimoto outlined the institute’s vision and future directions. This was followed by presentations from the heads of the four research divisions—Hydrogen Production; Hydrogen Delivery and Storage; Hydrogen Utilization; and International and Interdisciplinary Research—who introduced their respective research themes and team members. A video message from Dr. Sunita Satyapal, a senior advisor to the institute, was also presented, creating a shared sense of anticipation for the institute’s launch.

　

Opening Remarks by President Ishibashi

　　　　 　　　　

Director Tanimoto

　　　　 　　　　　

Prof. Ishihara, Head of the Hydrogen Production Research Division
and Associate Director

　　　　 　　　　　

Prof. Matsunaga, Head of the Hydrogen Delivery and Storage Research Division
and Associate Director

　　　　 　　　　　

Prof. Sasaki, Head of the Hydrogen Utilization Research Division
and Associate Director

　　　　 　　　　　

Prof. Nishimura, Head of the International and Interdisciplinary Research Division
and Associate Director

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Hydrogen Institute for Sustainability (HYDROGENIUS) Kickoff Meeting at Kyushu University
Established the Hydrogen Institute for Sustainability (HYDROGENIUS) at Kyushu University in April 2026