think ++ Seminar
When imagining societies, cities and architecture of the future, one must have a basic knowledge of surrounding natural environments and ever-changing technological advancements. In hope of creating opportunities to envision the future together, Nihon Sekkei invites you to the think++Seminar, which is held twice a year and led by notable guests from various fields.
The fifth seminar of think ++ human & technology [Seismic disaster risks and city planning in “the era of earth’s greatest tectonic shifts” – preparation for Nankai Trough Earthquake]
The Japan islands have entered “the era of earth’s greatest tectonic shifts” for the first time since the nineth century.
It is predicted that we will be hit by the Nankai Trough Earthquake, Tokyo near-field earthquake and an eruption of Mt. Fuji in the near future, however, the fear of these events can be moderated with knowledge of the tectonic shifts and disaster prevention.
Disaster-proof city planning and preparation of a BCP (Business Continuity Plan) are crucial.
Seminar Title:
[Seismic disaster risks and city planning in “the era of earth’s greatest tectonicl shifts” – preparation for Nankai Trough Earthquake]
Date: May 22, 2019 (Wednesday)
Time: 16:00 (doors open), 16:30 (start), 18:50 (end)
Venue: The National Art Center, Tokyo, third-floor auditorium (7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Lecturer: Hiroki Kamata
(Professor, Department of Interdisciplinary Environment, Graduate School of Human and Environmental Sciences, Kyoto University). D.Sc (The University of Tokyo).
Born in 1955. Graduated from Senior High School at Komaba, University of Tsukuba and majored in earth science at The University of Tokyo, School of Science. After working as a chief researcher at Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Kamata started teaching as a professor at the Department of Interdisciplinary Environment, Graduate School of Human and Environmental Sciences, Kyoto University in 1997. D.Sc (The University of Tokyo).
He specializes in the study of earth science, volcanology, science Communication. Kamata’s general studies class is the most popular class in Kyoto University and a few hundred students apply for it every year. He is known as “a preacher of science” from his frequent appearances on TV and public lectures which explain science in a clear and enjoyable way.
[Awards]
The geological society of Japan, The Best Paper Award 1996
[Publications]
“What is earth?” (Sciencei), “History of the earth vol.1-3” (Chuokoron-Shinsha Inc), “Introduction to earth science” (Kodansha Bluebacks), “What’s happening in Japan’s underground?” (Iwanami Shoten, Publishers), “Kyoto University Popular Course: Volcanology – the survival guide” (Chikuma Shobo) and others.
[Admission] Free
[Capacity] 250
[Application Deadline] No longer available
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This seminar is a part of a mutual accreditation program for the following CPD system participants: Japan Association of Architectural Firms, JIA, JFABEA, JAEIC, APEC Architects, APEC Engineers, FCIP