# Professor Willow’s Birthday Research

> **Newsylist Open Intelligence Dossier** · First detected: 2026-06-26 09:16 UTC · Category: Technology · Sources: 6 · Current Velocity: 4.29

## Executive Summary
Pokémon GO is celebrating Professor Willow's birthday with a dedicated research event and a special companion Pikachu.

## Intelligence Brief
Pokémon GO has detailed a series of upcoming activities centered on "Professor Willow’s Birthday Research." The event features Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu to commemorate the occasion. Coverage from GoNintendo, Pokémon GO Hub, and Mein-MMO emphasizes that this research coincides with other July 2026 events, including "Ozone Ascent." GoNintendo specifically highlights a Stamp Rally announced for Japan.


Further details regarding the specific tasks of the birthday research and the full July 2026 event calendar are the primary focus of current reporting.

## Verified Facts & Key Claims
### Who is accompanying the birthday event?
Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu.

### What other events are happening in July 2026?
Coverage mentions the "Ozone Ascent" event.

### Is there a specific event for Japan?
Yes, a Stamp Rally has been announced for Japan according to GoNintendo.

## Key People, Organizations & Locations
Japan, Pokémon GO, Professor, Pokémon GO All Events, Birthday Research, Birthday Research and Ozone Ascent, Stamp Rally, Wish Professor Willow

## Multi-Source Evidence Table
| Source Outlet | Headline | Published (UTC) | Verification URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mein-MMO | Pokémon GO feiert seinen Professor, bringt euch Münzen in Feldforschungen | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipAFBVV95cUxNVl9BTFRCLVZjZm5lVll1ME5HNFhrdEJhbHhoa3pKTkJJS090NlNINkE1NXJsbjFBNVFGYWlvdGVzMXBoUVU5SHRaUm1keThvbkc0Yjl1U1F5S1I3S25MSUFfMUxWUU85OV9zeEFnekFKdk9YRjdYMEtJTE00bnRiQkpSRDFEYlF2YWFZT0ZCejVuTmVHMUUwV1lNOEMwSm5iSm0ycg?oc=5) |
| OpenCritic | Pokemon GO July Event Adding Unique Pokemon Debut For a Limited Time | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipAFBVV95cUxPdXgxUjRiLUloQ0wxeXdxb2djbFIxMHhjX3ozOUJRbi1HV2Y0SG55NllkZU1VeFE3eWtBQXlwS3ptUG9XR2FUYmZlSF9acjN5SGJ1TWl6U1NvbGFveVhWVkdYWXRNN0Mtb3drM1ZkSFZTZHVueTNqLWdsVkVsMGp2WWRIQ2szTU1HNkM1MWdJY2RyT2Z5T3hoQWpoLTRrXzFDamhWbQ?oc=5) |
| Restart.run | Pokemon Go Willow’s Birthday Research Event Details | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiogFBVV95cUxQV0RPU19pLVkzMmNxM0hkZ3A4ZWh4VE9ZM3U1bDNiWngxd2pUUzVmR2FLa0QwaDRwMXBTQkNGQ1VIdXBoTXNNTFoyMndmcmx1MDBBclZjNWkyWVl5RkY2OHlHRzk3UlhSN0JQUzR3bjUxWUh1RUZPMzMwZXUzTXBEeXp2QzY2cWVxWlljSzNWZkJVZW5yV0xBTDB2eFBZdnlLZ0E?oc=5) |
| GoNintendo | Pokémon GO "Willow’s Birthday Research" and "Ozone Ascent" events detailed, Stamp Rally announced for Japan | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxQZ3Jxb29FZWNuR2tiX2pHSUtGeEFBX1NPdVNHZDhmS2FVclpVNmQyRjlTV3l2SjQ4U05fanRXZlJRSlBxSXNDXzFxM2xCbGRQbW81QTJtRW5UWjdyM0lxYmR1Nnd4cno3ZEo3Sk5qR0p6QnJlcmdldFVtZnFEV1E0S3dyeW1SUVdObXRSWWk2dnY0SnVXWFNXOEtHTV9vZGh2SlpwaHF0RnplNGhTakZISFh0d2JjQTluWERyaw?oc=5) |
| Mein-MMO | Pokémon GO: All Events in July 2026 | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxPQ1ZJQzZEMm9uUTEzQWhhSUVuQjYyX3lHUUJFTW9pUnZablR1RnZYVFhJX0FNd2hvM0Q5VUZLaXpWelVYY2dOOWRfc0tjQ296R2pIRjA4NVZOalk0V2xxaV9XNkxBNG1sOTUxNVVldXZ5NGNhTVJhcnlEQnN6X21iT3RVOExWSE1MajFQMA?oc=5) |
| Pokémon GO | Wish Professor Willow a very happy birthday with Professor Willow’s assistant Pikachu! | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidEFVX3lxTE5mVC1LSERnZU1BNXdDbGU4c2FtRktuYUt4VDN2TE92RlpGVjFBNkFRX3NMdWlSejJZenNwb0cwTWVIZWpsX19lamJrdFdiSXhsRWhiWEV5Z250N2VDUGNmVmluZG1aX2tRdHB4SkpZQ0w0ejBR?oc=5) |
| Pokémon GO Hub | Professor Willow’s Birthday Research | 2026-06-26 07:19 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMifEFVX3lxTE1jelhUdDg5eTZvUmpYd2RadktXZVYtRlpjUTQyb0FlcEZUaUlsR3lJTVgwSEtlYk9DaXdEck9ia2xyWE1pNVNGdHNqRnhXbGN4MHJXelZENkNUZ2ttV1VfTVhUREc0VVZDNklsZFU5ZExQN2JWRURvalphel8?oc=5) |

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