JETRO and Purdue University Sign MOU on Advanced Technology Collaboration

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• JETRO and Purdue University signed an MOU to expand U.S.-Japan collaboration across advanced technology fields, including semiconductors, quantum technologies, AI and advanced manufacturing.
• The agreement will support connections among universities, research institutions, companies, startups, investors and public organizations through joint research, technology commercialization and industry-academia initiatives.
• The MOU was signed during the 10th Annual U.S. and Japan Digital Innovation Hub & Advanced Technology Workshop at Purdue University, held September 7–9, 2026.

PRESS RELEASE — The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and Purdue University today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen innovation collaboration in advanced technology fields and further connect the innovation ecosystems of Japan and the United States.

The MOU was signed by Norihiko Ishiguro, Chairman and CEO of JETRO, and Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr., President of Purdue University.

Under the MOU, JETRO and Purdue University will leverage Purdue’s research capabilities and expertise in technology commercialization and JETRO’s extensive network in Japan and the United States to promote collaboration among universities, research institutions, companies, startups, investors, public organizations and other innovation stakeholders.