About ASPIRE

About ASPIRE

Chairperson’s Message

The ASPIRE League has been continuously promoting innovation and collaboration through scientific and technological research and communication for years.

As we enter a new era of globalization, it is crucial that we work closely together to address the challenges and opportunities presented by technological advancements. We will keep fostering closer partnerships, enhancing research capabilities, and promoting knowledge exchange, organizing events and initiatives that encourage open dialogue and the sharing of insights. Additionally, we will strive to cultivate a diverse and inclusive ecosystem that encourages the participation of students, faculty, and researchers from various backgrounds.

Together, we will work to create opportunities that benefit not just our institutions, but the wider community as well. Let us share our expertise, and exchange ideas to build a brighter future for Asia and the world.

Prof. Yang BinVice President, Tsinghua University

ASPIRE League chairpersons, past and present

2009 - 2010

Prof. Ichiro Okura, Executive Vice President, Tokyo Institute of Technology

2011

Prof. Yong Taek Im, Associate Vice President, Office of Special Projects and Institutional Relations, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

2012

Prof. Chang D. Yoo, Associate Vice President, Office of Special Projects and Institutional Relations, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

2013 - 2014

Prof. Yuan Si, Vice President, Tsinghua University

2015 - 2016

Prof. Joseph HW Lee, Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies, The Hong Kong Univeristy of Science and Technology (HKUST)

2017 - July 2018

Prof. ER Meng Hwa, Senior Advisor, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU)

July - December 2018

Prof. Alan Chan, Vice President (Alumni and Advancement), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU)

2019 - 2021

Dr. Tetsuya Mizumoto, Executive Vice President (Education), Tokyo Institute of Technology

2022 - 2023

Prof. Man-Sung Yim, Associate Vice President of the International Office, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

2024 - current

Prof. Yang Bin, Vice President, Tsinghua University