Message from the Director
Toward a Sustainable Future through the Lens of Planetary Health
Our health cannot be considered in isolation from the structure of society, changes in the environment, or the overall well-being of the Earth itself. The spread of infectious diseases, health impacts from climate change, food insecurity, and declines in mental well-being—all of these are deeply intertwined with the health of our planet.
Planetary Health is an emerging field of research and action that addresses not only individual health, but also the health of societies and our planet as a whole. At the Planetary Health Innovation Science Center (PHIS), we aim to serve as a bridge—connecting science and society, and linking local and global efforts.
What is needed now is transdisciplinary collaboration—working across boundaries to respond flexibly to a rapidly changing world, and to build a future where well-being is sustained for all. From Hiroshima, a city that continues to reflect on peace and regeneration, we are committed to learning, sharing, and advancing Planetary Health for a better global society.
Director, PHIS
Dr. Saori KASHIMA
