# Daiichi University of Pharmacy

> higher education institution in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan

**Wikidata**: [Q5209141](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5209141)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daiichi_University,_College_of_Pharmaceutical_Sciences)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/daiichi-university-of-pharmacy

## Key Facts
- **Type**: Higher education institution / University.
- **Academic Focus**: Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- **Location**: Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
- **Founded**: 1960.
- **Alternate Names**: Daiichi University, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Daiichi Yakka Daigaku; DUCPS; DUCOPS.
- **Website**: http://www.daiichi-cps.ac.jp/
- **Official Identifiers**:
    - MEXT School Code: `F140310110712`.
    - Identification Code for Japanese Universities: `2279`.
    - GRID ID: `grid.417740.1`.
    - ROR ID: `03jvvjr23`.
    - ISNI: `0000000403701830`.
    - Ringgold ID: `12747`.
    - KISTI ID: `K000201424`.
    - CiNii Research ID: `1140845216785124608`.
    - NACSYS CAT Author ID: `DA06161953`.
    - VIAF ID: `664146998534518942204`.
    - Freebase ID: `/m/0411b29`.
- **Coordinates**: 33.564228° N, 130.419355° E.

## FAQs
### Q: What specific kind of education does the institution provide?
A: The institution is a university classified as a higher education institution, specifically offering academic programs and further education in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.

### Q: Where is the university located?
A: The university is located in the city of Fukuoka within Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. Its precise coordinates are latitude 33.564228 and longitude 130.419355.

### Q: What are the official online channels for the university?
A: The university maintains an official website at http://www.daiichi-cps.ac.jp/, a Twitter account with the handle `ichiyaku_nyushi` (launched May 18, 2018), and a Facebook page under the handle `daiichiyakka`.

## Why It Matters
Daiichi University of Pharmacy plays a critical role in the Japanese higher education and healthcare sectors by training professionals in pharmaceutical sciences. As a specialized university founded in 1960, it contributes to the academic and research landscape of Fukuoka Prefecture. Its long-standing presence and specific focus on pharmacy address the regional and national demand for qualified pharmacists and pharmaceutical researchers, serving as a dedicated hub for medical and scientific advancement.

## Notable For
- **Specialization**: Distinct focus on pharmaceutical sciences (Daiichi University, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences).
- **Established History**: Founded in 1960, providing decades of educational service.
- **Regional Presence**: Serves as a key higher education institution in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.

## Body
### Identity and Naming
The institution is officially known in English as **Daiichi University, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences**. It is also referred to as **Daiichi University of Pharmacy** or by its Japanese name, **Daiichi Yakka Daigaku**. Common abbreviations include **DUCPS** and **DUCOPS**. It is recognized as a university, a subclass of an academic institution for higher education.

### Location and Geography
The university is geographically situated in **Fukuoka**, within **Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan**. Its precise geolocation is recorded at latitude **33.564228** and longitude **130.419355**. An image of the institution is available via the Wikimedia Commons file identifier `Daiichi_CPS01.jpg`.

### Administrative and Academic Identifiers
The university is tracked and identified by numerous international and national academic databases:
- **National Codes**: The Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) assigns it the school code **F140310110712**. It also holds the Identification Code for Japanese Universities and Colleges number **2279**.
- **Research Databases**: It is listed in the Global Research Identifier Database (GRID) as **grid.417740.1** and the Research Organization Registry (ROR) as **03jvvjr23**. Its Ringgold ID is **12747**. It appears in Korean databases with KISTI ID **K000201424** and in Japanese citation databases with CiNii Research ID **1140845216785124608** and NACSYS CAT Author ID **DA06161953**.
- **Library Archives**: The institution holds an International Standard Name Identifier (ISNI) of **0000000403701830** and a VIAF ID of **664146998534518942204**.

### Digital Presence and Media
The university maintains a digital footprint through its official website (**http://www.daiichi-cps.ac.jp/**) and social media platforms. Its official Twitter account (**@ichiyaku_nyushi**) was created on May 18, 2018. It also maintains a presence on Facebook with the handle **daiichiyakka**. The entity has sitelinks in three languages on Wikipedia: English, Japanese, and Chinese.

### Historical Context
The university was established with an inception date of **1960**. Its main category on Wikidata is **Q18728498**, and it maintains a specific category for its alumni identified as **Q28863689**. It was previously indexed in the discontinued Microsoft Academic database with ID **2802008203**.

## References

1. GRID Release 2017-01-10
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. CiNii Research
4. Google Knowledge Graph
5. [Source](http://www.daiichi-cps.ac.jp/)
6. GRID Release 2015-12-14
7. GRID Release 2016-12-06
8. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions
9. Microsoft Academic Knowledge Graph
10. [2004](http://kikakurui.com/x0/X0408-2004-01.html)