Introducing Yasuyuki Matsushita: Tackling societal challenges with AI at Microsoft Research Asia – Tokyo
Earlier this year, Microsoft Research announced (opens in new tab) its newest lab in Tokyo, Japan. Today, we are celebrating its grand opening, reinforcing Microsoft Research’s commitment to AI research across the Asia-Pacific region. This new lab will focus on embodied AI, well-being and neuroscience, societal AI, and industry innovation—all areas that align with Japan’s socioeconomic priorities. This initiative will enhance collaboration with local academic and industrial partners, contributing to global innovation and talent development.
We recently spoke with Yasuyuki Matsushita, head of the newly established Tokyo lab. Matsushita, who worked at Microsoft Research Asia from 2003 to 2015, served as a professor at Osaka University for the past decade, before returning in October. He reflects on his journey, the