FORUM
Forum
“MaOI Forum - Where the sea, technology and people intersect”
MaOI Forum is a membership-based network organization of the MaOI Institute.
It provides a venue for information exchange and networking among members across industry, government, academia, and finance, while actively supporting members' business activities, technological innovations, and value creation.
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The MaOI Forum is a membership-based network. It provides a platform for information exchange and networking among members across the boundaries of industry, government, academia and finance, actively supporting members' business activities, technological innovation and the creation of new value.
It creates a "space" for shaping business and research ideas that leverage marine resources and technology together with fellow members.
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Supporting Shizuoka Prefecture's Marine Open Innovation Project through a membership forum
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Sharing latest information and case studies on the ocean and Blue Economy through seminars and study sessions
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Facilitating networking among participants
Recommended for People Like You
MaOI Forum is a network for those with the following challenges and interests.
Fisheries and aquaculture professionals interested in advanced initiatives
Introducing cutting-edge technologies to aquaculture production sites provides hints for cost reduction and labor-saving, as well as information for creating attractive new products.
Food, medical, and healthcare professionals
Access to seed information on novel functional substances derived from marine organisms that can lead to inventions in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and functional foods.
Advanced technology providers who seek new business
This will create opportunities for utilising the company's proprietary digital technologies, robotics and monitoring technologies within the marine industry as new ventures contributing to marine environmental data acquisition, resource utilisation and marine environmental conservation.
A company exploring initiatives that integrate SDGs with Society 5.0
New business opportunities are emerging that contribute to solving issues such as the marine plastic problem while also being sustainable as successful enterprises.
Main Activities of the MaOI Forum
With the aim of fostering interaction among members and accelerating research and commercialisation, the following activities are undertaken.
Hosting seminars and achievement presentation events
Addressing diverse themes related to the sea and water, seminars will be held featuring researchers and corporate representatives. Furthermore, an annual results presentation session will be organised to showcase research outcomes from the MaOI Institute and examples of funded projects, thereby creating opportunities for new collaborations and developments.
Grant programs
Providing grant systems to support commercialization, research, and technology development by companies and research institutions.
Creating venues for networking and business matching
Organizing exchange events and matching support to bring needs-holders and seed-providers together, fostering individual consultations, joint research, and joint ventures.
Distribution of archived videos
Video streaming events of past seminars are available exclusively to members.
Benefits of MaOI Forum Membership
By joining the MaOI Forum, members can access the following opportunities and support.
Stay informed on the latest ocean trend 
Find business partners 
Spark joint research opportunities 
Consult on commercialization and grants 
Utilize marine data and libraries 
Access facilities and equipment (MaOI-PARC) 
Connect with regional and social challenges 
Contribute to the Blue Economy 
MaOI Forum Members 
How to join
STEP01
Confirm Forum overview and membership types
Please review the MaOI Forum's purpose, activities, membership types, and annual fees,
then select the type that suits your organization.
General Member
Eligible entities
Corporations, organizations, and individuals interested in the project
Annual Fee
JPY 50,000
Supporter Member
Eligible entities
National/government agencies, local governments, universities, research institutions, etc.
Annual Fee
Free
STEP02
Download and complete the application form (PDF)
Download the Forum membership application form and fill in the required details (organization name, contact information, business/research content, etc.).
STEP03
Send the application form by email
Attach the completed application form (PDF) to an email and send it to the MaOI Forum Secretariat.
STEP04
Secretariat review and membership procedure
After reviewing the application, the secretariat will contact the applicant by email regarding approval, payment methods for annual fees (if applicable), and will instruct the next steps. Once it is completed, you can participate as a member of MaOI Forum in grant applications and networking events.
FAQ
AYes, everyone is welcome to participate. We offer seminars about the ocean and a variety of events to help people connect with the sea. Our programs are open not only to companies, but also to families and individuals—including opportunities for parents and children to join together.
AFor information about upcoming seminars, please check the latest news. You can view information about past seminars here.