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APRU (Association of Pacific Rim Universities)

Global Institute for Agritech (GIA) & APRU Food Security & Agritech Hub (FAH)

At the Global Institute for Agritech (GIA), we are dedicated to advancing innovative solutions for global food security challenges through cutting-edge agritech research and sustainable agricultural practices. As a prominent partner in APRU’s Food Security & Agritech Hub (FAH), GIA is central to driving discussions, research collaborations, and the development of transformative technology in agriculture across the Pacific Rim.

Leadership & Core Group:
GIA’s impactful role is led by Woo Soo Kim, Director of GIA and co-director of FAH. He is joined by fellow core group members Anne Lochoff and Veerasekaran S/O P Arumugam, whose expertise and strategic insights further strengthen our commitment to addressing food security challenges on a global scale.

Upcoming FAH Conference Series

  • November 2025 – Singapore
  • November 2026 – Vancouver

These conferences will serve as international platforms where experts and representatives from renowned institutions such as Nanyang Technological University, Seoul National University, UC Davis, and the National University of Singapore will converge. Together, we will explore the role of advanced technology in enhancing agricultural practices, tackling global food security issues, and fostering regional collaboration.

For more comprehensive information about APRU’s broader initiatives in food security, please visit the site below.

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