It is our great pleasure to announce that the 71st Autumn Meeting of the Japanese Society of Pathology will be held on November 13–14, 2025, at Nagoya Convention Hall in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. Professor Kenji Kasai from the Department of Pathology at our university will serve as Vice President of the meeting.

The theme of the meeting is “見る、診る、観る” in Japanese, and “Pathology Rises: New Frontiers in Diseases and Diagnosis” in English. This theme reflects our desire to reexamine the profound nature of pathology—namely, "observation," "diagnosis," and "analysis"—and to pursue further advancements in the field.

The Japanese title symbolizes the growth process of those engaged in pathology. At the initial stage, pathologists focus solely on detecting minute findings and abnormalities at the cellular and genetic levels—what we call the stage of "seeing" (見る). With experience, they transition to the stage of "diagnosing" (診る), where they broaden their perspective to comprehensively understand patients and apply this knowledge to clinical practice. Ultimately, they reach the stage of "perceiving" (観る), wherein pathology is viewed from the broader perspectives of medicine, society, and the global community.

The English title reflects the recognition that pathology, once central to medicine, has somewhat declined in prominence in recent years. It prompts us to reconsider what is needed to restore pathology to the core of medical science. We hope that pathology will pioneer new frontiers and contribute to the advancement of medicine as a whole.

The poster for this academic conference has been graciously inscribed by the esteemed calligrapher, Ms. Shisyu. For those who may be interested, we invite you to visit the following website: https://www.e-sisyu.com/works/byorigaku

Furthermore, Japan’s declining presence in global research has been a longstanding concern. One contributing factor is the excessive focus on specialized topics at the expense of the broader, comprehensive understanding that pathology demands. At this meeting, we aim to emphasize discussions that take a general, overarching view of pathology, rather than delving narrowly into specific areas.

As in previous years, the meeting will feature a Special Lecture on Pathological Diagnosis, Academic Research Award, and Case Research Award.

For the Special Lecture on Pathological Diagnosis, we are honored to welcome Professor Naoya Nakamura of Tokai University, who will share his profound insights into malignant lymphoma.

Additionally, we have prepared four special sessions as follows:

Symposium 1:
Recognizing the pivotal role of pathology in advancing research, leading experts from various fields—Prof. S. Ogawa (Kyoto University), Prof. T. Sato (Keio University), Dr. T. Yoshino (National Cancer Center Hospital East), Prof. Y. Yamada (Tokyo University), and Dr. Y. Yamamoto (RIKEN AIP Center)—will convene to discuss innovative research applications and collaboratively propose future directions for our society, informed by their diverse their perspectives. This symposium provides a crucial opportunity to re-evaluate pathological approaches and analytical methods through a modern eye, unlocking new avenues for discovery. We strongly encourage the participation of young researchers to help shape the future of pathology research.

Symposium 2:
We will focus on the General Rules for the Clinical and Pathological Study of Tumors. While these protocols play a crucial role in current pathological diagnoses, diverse opinions exist regarding their significance and application. This symposium will provide a platform for discussion from multiple perspectives and seek new directions for development.

Special Lecture on Medical Statistics:
Despite the critical importance of medical statistics in contemporary medicine, their application within pathology remains limited. In this special lecture, Prof. Shintani (Osaka Metropolitan University) will cover fundamental statistical knowledge vital for every pathologist and researcher.

Special Lecture on Pathologist Education:
The education of pathologists is an urgent issue. However, discussions have often remained domestically focused, with limited understanding of the international landscape. For this reason, we have invited past presidents of the European Society of Pathology (Prof. Holger Moch, Zurich University) and the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (Prof. Adeboye O. Osunkoya, Emory University) to deliver lectures on pathologist education from a global perspective. Furthermore, the Morning Session will be organized to provide an opportunity for young doctors and their mentors considering overseas study to engage directly with these distinguished lecturers.

In addition, we will provide hands-on seminars and sessions related to pathological diagnosis concurrently during the meeting.

This marks the first time that Aichi Medical University will host an academic meeting of the Japanese Society of Pathology. Our Department of Diagnostic Pathology and Department of Pathology are working together with utmost dedication to prepare a meaningful and fruitful event. We sincerely hope you will join us in Nagoya, not only to engage in stimulating academic exchanges but also to enjoy the unique culinary delights of Nagoya cuisine.

We look forward to welcoming you and hope you will participate actively in this meeting.