The RIKEN–Berkeley Mathematical Quantum Science Initiative is an international collaborative research project that tackles four closely related frontiers of quantum science: quantum materials, quantum computing, quantum universe, and quantum mathematics. It is a joint endeavor between the Interdisciplinary Theoretical and Mathematical Sciences Program (iTHEMS) at RIKEN and Physics Frontier Center (N3AS) at UC Berkeley. With a strong emphasis on the development and long-term exchange of early-career researchers, the project aims to strengthen the intellectual exchange and academic networks between Japan and the United States, paving the way for future breakthroughs in quantum science.
This initiative is supported by the ASPIRE program of the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), which promotes advanced international joint research.
ASPIRE (Adopting Sustainable Partnerships for Innovative Research Ecosystem) is a Japanese initiative designed to enhance the nation’s scientific and technological capabilities by fostering international joint research with leading researchers from advanced countries. It promotes global brain circulation and supports the development of cutting-edge research networks aimed at cultivating the next generation of top-level researchers.
2026-04-10
ASPIRE's official note features an article by Shuntaro Aoki (Coordinator, RIKEN Berkeley Center) titled 'Report on the International Workshop 「From Quarks to Neutron Stars」'.
2026-04-10
ASPIRE's official note features an article by Shigehiro Nagataki (Director, RIKEN Berkeley Center) titled 'Report on 「Theories of Astrophysical Big Bangs 2025」'.
2026-04-01
His research, which suggests a non-solar elemental composition based on observations and theoretical modeling of a newly identified X-ray burster, has been recognized.
2026-03-17
Gordon Baym, Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign (USA), will visit the RIKEN Wako Campus and stay at the Research Main Building from April 3 (Fri) to May 1 (Fri), 2026. During his visit, he will give a seminar titled “The Golden Age of Neutron Stars” on April 17 (Fri) at Osaka University. The seminar will be held as a TJR–iTHEMS Joint Seminar between RIKEN iTHEMS and Osaka University TJR.
