AMED Global Hub (Boston) Has Officially Commenced Operations

On September 1, 2026, Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED) officially opened the AMED Global Hub (Boston) and began operations in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
To commemorate this milestone, AMED co-hosted a reception with the Consulate-General of Japan in Boston on the same day, where the Hub's activities and mission were introduced to guests.

Organization Name: Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development, AMED Global Hub (Boston)

The AMED Global Hub (Boston) is located at CIC Cambridge, in the heart of the Boston-Cambridge area.
The surrounding region is home to MIT, Harvard University, leading global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and investors, creating one of the world's most dynamic innovation ecosystems where groundbreaking drug discovery and healthcare innovations emerge every day.
By leveraging the networks established within the Boston-centered life sciences ecosystem and sharing the latest developments with stakeholders in Japan, the Hub aims to support the global expansion of Japanese biotech startups and facilitate their entry into international markets.
 

AMED Global Hub (Boston) is located in CIC Cambridge (building exterior).

From left: Mr. Tanno, Innovation Ecosystem Lead and Dr. Nakagama, President of AMED

Scenes from the Opening Event at CIC Cambridge

The opening event for the AMED Global Hub (Boston) was held at CIC Cambridge.
Introductory video 

From left: Mr. Tim Rowe, CEO of CIC; Dr. Nakagama, President of AMED

From left: Mr. Sato, Washington D.C. Office Lead of AMED; Mr. Uchida, Manager of Medical Innovation Ecosystem of AMED; Mr. Maki, Auditor of AMED; Dr. Nakagama, President of AMED; Mr. Tim Rowe, CEO of CIC; Mr. Tanno, Innovation Ecosystem Lead, AMED Global Hub (Boston) and Ms. Arakawa, Lawyer of AMED Global Hub (Boston).

On September 1, 2026 (local time), AMED and the Consulate-General of Japan in Boston co-hosted a J-Nexus* reception attended by approximately 100 guests, including representatives of government-related organizations, researchers from universities and research institutions, venture capital firms, and Boston-area business leaders.
With Consul General Takahashi in attendance, the event provided an opportunity to introduce the activities and objectives of the AMED Global Hub (Boston) and to engage with key stakeholders in the regional innovation ecosystem.

Dr. Nakagama, President of AMED

From left: Mr. Tanno, Innovation Ecosystem Lead, AMED Global Hub (Boston) and Ms. Arakawa, Lawyer of AMED Global Hub (Boston).

Scenes from the reception