The ISPIM Connects Sendai Conference - Innovating for a Resilient Future - takes place in Sendai, Japan from 30 November - 2 December 2026.

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Connect with innovation professionals from academia, industry, consulting and the public sector. Take part in interactive workshops, hot-topic discussions and lively panel sessions, while exploring the latest research, practical case studies and emerging approaches to innovation management.

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Hear fresh perspectives from leading researchers and practitioners, exchange ideas across sectors and discover Sendai’s vibrant innovation ecosystem. Explore how innovation can strengthen resilience, advance sustainable development and help communities and organisations respond to social, environmental and economic challenges.

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Renowned as Japan’s “Green City”, Sendai combines tree-lined boulevards and a longstanding commitment to sustainable urban development with leading research and technological expertise. Memorable networking experiences in distinctive venues across the city will create valuable opportunities for connection, collaboration and knowledge exchange.

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Designed primarily as an in-person experience, the conference will also offer a dedicated virtual track for presenters who are unable to attend in person. The principal conference language will be English; selected presentations may be delivered in Japanese, with translation provided.