Prior to the kick-off symposium on July 22, 2024, the kick-off meeting of young scientists was held at Yayoi Auditorium, Faculty of Agriculture, The University of Tokyo. Sixty-three people involved in the field attended the event, where 25 young researchers belonging to the Planning Group laboratories gave short talks.

In addition, poster presentations were given after the symposium, and active exchanges took place. Thank you to all the young researchers who participated in the symposium. We look forward to seeing more activities of young researchers in the future!