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It was introduced in the Sankei Shimbun

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Jun 17,2024

It was introduced in the Sankei Shimbun

EF Polymer was introduced in the Sankei Shimbun dated 6/16 (Sun). As a startup company from OIST that leads the world in advanced research, the article focuses on an interview with the founder Narayan. Also, Mr. Nagamine, senior manager of OIST Innovation, who has continued to support the EF Polymer business since the beginning of Narayan's visit to Japan, such as building a foundation for EF Polymer's business and building relationships with local stakeholders, will look back on the beginning of the establishment.

Narayan stated the following in an interview. “Our goal is to create a society where farmers around the world do not suffer from water shortages. We want to make the most of the power of nature and create a brighter future for the next generation with a sustainable approach.”

Will it bring a “revolution” to global agriculture? A revolutionary water-absorbing material developed by an Okinawan “OIST” company

https://www.sankei.com/article/20240616-ELV2SN36UFK7JASK6VS2LWBMHQ/

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