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Materials Joining Research Group

Leader, Group, FURUSHIMA Ryoichi

We are working on the development of advanced joining technologies for multi-material components to help a sustainable circular economy. Our efforts include solving various problems related to joining, such as dismantling techniques, AI systems for predicting joint strength, evaluation of joint interfaces, and improving the reliability of joints.

Lightweight Metallic Materials Research Group

Leader, Group, MURAKAMI Yuichiro

We are developing technology to enhance the recyclability and formability of light metals, such as aluminum, magnesium, and titanium, aiming to reduce their life cycle environmental load and contribute to a circular society.

Ceramic Components and Processing Research Group

Leader, Group, HOTTA Mikinori

To promote the use of long-life structural ceramic materials, we are developing high-performance components such as ceramic fillers and ceramic-resin composites with carbon fiber, process technologies such as granulation and 3D lamination molding, and new ceramic coating technologies to achieve even longer life. We are also developing new ceramic coating technologies for longer life.

Engineering Ceramic Research Group

Leader, Group, FUKUSHIMA Manabu

We are developing advanced technologies aimed at enhancing the resistance of structural ceramic and multi-material systems to mechanical, thermal, and electrical shocks. This is achieved through precise control of microstructures by optimizing manufacturing process parameters from raw material selection to sintering. Furthermore, we are establishing comprehensive reliability evaluation methodologies to facilitate the technical transfer of these materials in energy-efficient and decarbonization applications, such as electric vehicles (EVs).

Wood-based Composites Research Group

Leader, Group, SEKI Masako

Our research focuses on wood-based materials, aiming to develop innovative technologies for industrial applications. We are working on the development of composite materials and forming technologies by utilizing the hierarchical structure of wood.

Next-Generation Electromaterials Research Group

Leader, Group, MIMURA Ken-ichi

To implement next-generation high-speed telecommunications and IoT systems into society, we are promoting the design of advanced functional materials for high-performance electronic components, e.g., low-loss metaconductors and intelligent reflective metasurfaces.　These materials are developed using advanced manufacturing processes, nanostructure control, and analytical technologies applied to ceramics, metals, and inorganic/organic composites."

Advanced Metal Powder and Process Research Group

Leader, Group, HIRAYAMA Yusuke

We are working to improve the performance of metallic materials based on low-oxygen powder metallurgical processes, and in particular, we are conducting process research and development that can realize tailor-made permanent magnet materials that solve social issues such as carbon neutrality.

Sensing Materials Research Group

Leader, Group, ITOH Toshio

We are developing sensing technologies that visualize invisible information and use this information to improve productivity and quality of life, as well as digital transformation technologies that utilize this information. We also take on the challenge for developing novel sensing materials that contribute to a circular economy society.

Carbon-Neutral Materials Research Group

Leader, Group, SUMI Hirofumi

We are investigating advanced functional ceramic and multi-materials and these manufacturing processes for energy conversion and material circulation using automated experiments and AI informatics.

Functional Magnetic Materials Research Group

Leader, Group, OKADA Shusuke

As material contributions to energy issues, we are developing magnetic materials that contribute to the advancement of mobility, and thermal management materials for realizing the thermal circular economy, using metallurgical and chemical methods, as well as creating high functionality through multi-materials.

Environmentally Adaptive Interface Materials Research Group

Leader, Group, URATA Chihiro

We develop interface-functionalized materials—such as films and coatings—that control light and heat transmission at solid surfaces. These materials enhance visibility, predict potential hazards, and improve comfort. Our technologies contribute to safety and security, promote energy efficiency, and support a more sustainable future.


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