What about Resident-type research facility

SEFREC (South Ehime Fisheries Research Center) is a unique, resident-type research facility where faculty, staff, and students can reside on-site to engage in research and educational activities. Located adjacent to the sea, the center provides an ideal setting for practical, hands-on research that is closely connected to actual aquaculture operations and the surrounding natural environment.

This resident-based model offers a major advantage: it enables researchers to collaborate closely with local fishers and government agencies, allowing issues to be identified and addressed directly in the field. In addition, this structure facilitates the rapid return of research outcomes to the community, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of regional fisheries and fishing villages.

Resident-type research facilities allow researchers and students to live and work on-site, enabling real-time field-based studies, close collaboration with local stakeholders, rapid problem-solving, and immediate application of research outcomes. This approach strengthens both scientific relevance and social impact, especially in rural or coastal regions.