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Engineering
Hitachi-Imperial Researcher Workshop: Building Bridges for Innovation
On 25 November 2025, Imperial College London and Hitachi came together at Hitachi’s London offices for a dynamic workshop designed to spark collaboration and deepen mutual understanding. The event brought researchers from both organisations into one room to share ideas, explore synergies, and lay the groundwork for future partnerships.
The day began with a warm welcome and informal networking over coffee, setting the tone for an open and interactive session. Participants then took part in an icebreaker activity that encouraged conversation and helped build connections across disciplines. A highlight of the morning was a presentation from Hitachi, offering insights into the company’s business and research priorities. This session provided valuable context for identifying areas where academic expertise and industry innovation could intersect.
Researchers from Imperial introduced their work through a creative “pair and share” format, allowing everyone to gain a deeper appreciation of the breadth and depth of research taking place. These exchanges revealed exciting overlaps and sparked discussions about the collaborative projects.
The workshop concluded with a forward-looking conversation on next steps: how to stay connected, share resources, and turn ideas into impactful initiatives. Over lunch, participants continued networking, reinforcing the spirit of partnership that defined the day.
This event is part of a broader vision to strengthen collaboration through the Hitachi-Imperial Centre for Decarbonisation and Natural Climate Solutions. Current projects include Regional Strategic Energy Planning for a Just and Resilient Energy Transition, which explores how energy systems can be designed to achieve net zero while ensuring fairness and resilience across regions. Alongside this, PhD projects within the Centre address critical challenges such as carbon accounting, direct air capture technologies, and nature-based climate solutions, equipping the next generation of researchers to lead the transition to a zero-pollution world.
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