On 16th August 2025, Professor Taikan Oki, Department of Civil Engineering, was selected as one of the Asian Scientist 100 in 2025.
Asian Scientist 100 in 2025
Asian Scientist 100 is an annual list published by Asian Scientist Magazine, a Singapore-based science and technology publication that recognizes 100 outstanding scientists and researchers across Asia.
It honors individuals who have made remarkable achievements and social contributions in diverse fields, including science, engineering, medicine, and the environment. The 2025 edition marks the 10th anniversary of this initiative.
Professor Taikan Oki was not only selected for inclusion in the list but was also featured in the article, which highlighted his research achievements in detail.
About awarded research
Professor Taikan Oki of the University of Tokyo was selected for the Asian Scientist 100 (2025 edition) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to sustainable water management through climate adaptation research.
His work on integrating human activities into global water cycle models and improving the accuracy of river flow simulations has greatly advanced the scientific understanding of hydrology and contributed to policy efforts toward a sustainable future.
Your impression & future plan
I am truly honored.
I would like to put even more effort into fostering young researchers who will follow in my footsteps and produce many scientists who will surpass me.
The Asian Scientist 100: https://www.asianscientist.com/as100/#2025
Ten Years of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers: https://www.asianscientist.com/2025/08/topnews/asian-scientist-100-celebrating-asias-researchers/
Professor Takahiro Sagawa received the 22nd Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Prize and the 22nd Japan Academy Medal
Project Research Associate Ryo Takahashi received Best Presentation Award at The 16th Symposium on Micro-Nano Science and Technology
