The institute provides facilities for educational training and research on radioisotope use, controls its use in the University, and conducts research and development on isotope science Since first admitting students in 1876, Hokkaido University has grown rapidly. Today we enrol approximately 18,000 students, including many international students from more than 85 countries. Originally an agricultural college set up by Dr. William S. Clark , Hokkaido University has upheld four philosophies from its establishment – namely The Frontier Spirit- a spirit embodied in us all allowing us to blaze new trails in research and education, Global Perspectives – giving us the will to understand different frameworks and values from around the world, All-round Education – teaching us a wide range of skills fostering a rich humanity, and finally Practical Learning – valuing authenticity in the search for universal truth. Passed down through the ages, it is these four unwavering philosophies that have formed our DNA, and make this university the esteemed institution that it is today.