Research Introduction Video by SPRING GX Student Xinlei Shao

The "Fostering Advanced Human Resources to Lead Green Transformation (GX)" project proposed by Professor Shin-ichi Ohkoshi (Project officer) has been accepted as a program for Support for Pioneering Research Initiated by Next Generation (SPRING) of Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) since Autumn 2021. Hereinafter this project is referred to as "SPRING GX". Currently, 1154 doctoral students from across all schools of the University of Tokyo participate in this project.

Xinlei Shao, a third-year doctoral student from our laboratory, is a current participant in this program. Her research focuses on developing a novel method for monitoring coral reef conditions by integrating underwater imaging hardware with computer vision models. Videos introducing her research have been produced and are available on the University of Tokyo’s SPRING GX YouTube channel:

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The connection between Green Transformation (GX) and her research lies in its contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The classification standards used in her models align with global standards in citizen science-based coral conservation, facilitating conservation efforts on an international scale. Her work supports the health of coral reef ecosystems while contributing to sustainable communities, economic growth, climate action, marine biodiversity preservation, and responsible waste management. Additionally, the application of cutting-edge AI technologies to address real-world environmental challenges accelerates society’s transition to a greener future. Furthermore, her research promotes global collaboration through partnerships with international conservation NPOs.

Through the activities of SPRING GX, our laboratory remains committed to driving Green Transformation forward!

Please also see the research introduction.