INAF Announces the Presentation of Three Videos Produced in Cooperation with Nihon Kiin

The first is a lecture by Takemiya Masaki 9p on his choice of the “best selection of cosmic-style game”. He gives detailed commentary of the game between himself and Cho Chikun to decide the 1988 Kisei challenger. See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-mC7AKWXA8. The second video introduces several modern “AI style Josekis” in a [...]

November 21st, 2022|Uncategorized|

Request for Proposals: Relationship between Mind Sports and Cognitive Functions

INAF seeks to fund one or two university projects for a comprehensive literature survey and review of research linking mind sports to cognitive science. Of particular interest is how mind sports such as Go may contribute to the cognitive development of youth and to the cognitive maintenance of senior citizens. The deadline [...]

November 20th, 2022|Uncategorized|

INAF Solicits Nominations for a Newly Established Lifetime Achievement Award

INAF Board has approved establishing a new "INAF Lifetime Achievement Award" to honor individuals who, over their lifetime, have made significant contributions to the advancement of the culture and sport of Go in North America. It is expected that up to one award will be made each year. The deadline [...]

November 20th, 2022|Uncategorized|