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Center for Environmental Remote Sensing, Chiba University
Assistant ProfessorMy research centers on creating solar radiation estimation algorithms that utilize neural networks based on radiative transfer calculations. In 2007, I initiated semi-real-time solar radiation analysis using Himawari data, leading to the development of AMATERASS. I am deeply engaged in exploring aerosol–cloud–radiation climate feedbacks.
Following the Great East Japan Earthquake, I began providing technical support for renewable energy projects, particularly in solar power generation and solar heat utilization, by applying solar radiation estimation algorithms. Currently, my research is dedicated to developing new learning algorithms for satellite analysis.
Recent Topics of Interest:
Behavior of neurons during learning process
Motto in Research or in Life:
What is given to you by others is of no value; seize the success through your own efforts
Hobby / Holiday:
Going out with a camera
Graduate School of Science, Chiba University
ProfessorMy research interests are lives in snow and ice of glaciers and snowpacks. What kinds of lives are on snow and ice? What are they doing? And why do they live in such harsh conditions of snow and ice? These are the questions and motivations of my research.
To explore these topics, I am conducting fieldwork in various locations across the world, including snowy mountains in Japan, glaciers in the Himalayas, Central Asia, and the Arctic. I am utilizing a combination of physical, chemical, and biological analyses to explore the fascinating and unknown snow and ice ecosystems.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Biosphere and geosphere interaction, Climate change, Humanity in environmental change
Motto in Research or in Life:
If you make assurance too much, you will miss a chance.
Hobby / Holiday:
Mountaineering, Bicycling, Skiing (cross-country / downhill), Traveling
Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University
Assistant ProfessorInterestingly, the Japanese word for medicine, ‘kusuri,’ spelled backwards becomes ‘risuku,’ which sounds like ‘risk.’ To me, this serves as a reminder that medicine and the risk of side effects are inherently linked. My research aims to prevent adverse effects from occurring unpredictably by visualizing risk based on drug behavior within the body and uncovering the underlying mechanisms. Through this endeavor, I hope to contribute to the development of safer, more trustworthy medical care for all.
Recent Topics of Interests
Extracting biological response information from real-world data
Motto in Research or in Life:
Shu-Ha-Ri is a concept that illustrates the process of mastery in traditional arts and martial arts. It consists of three stages of growth: Shu (守-Obey), Ha (破-Break), and Ri (離-Depart).
Shu: Following the fundamentals
Ha: Exploring other approaches
Ri: Transcending traditions to create something new and original
Hobby / Holiday:
I enjoy reading books, driving, and travelling
Faculty of Education, Chiba University
Assistant ProfessorTrees grow on relatively long scales, resulting in the expansion of the timber segment. To promote sustainable timber usage, it is essential to go beyond forest management and understand the types and diversity of timber. My research focuses on exploring the diversity of wood produced due to individual variations in trees and their growing environments.
Additionally, I am involved in developing and implementing educational materials that address these issues.
Recent Topics of Interests: Dynamic Rationality of Trees
Motto in Research or in Life:
While it’s important to ponder, it is equally crucial to try things firsthand. Being able to shift your mindset when your efforts don’t yield the desired outcome is also a valuable skill.
Hobby / Holiday: Camping, Outdoor Activities
I enjoy spending the majority of my time with my children.
Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University
Assistant ProfessorElements are the fundamental building blocks of matter, consisting of atoms. To date, scientists have discovered 118 different elements. Currently, I am developing measurement techniques for these elements utilizing an instrument known as an Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS). Through these techniques, my research aims to elucidate the metabolic pathways of elements within living organisms.
Recent Topics of Interests:
A method to accurately measure trace amounts of elements contained within a single nanoparticle or a single cell
Motto in Research or in Life:
Utilizing the lessons from past failures to pave the way for success.
Hobby / Holiday:
Making Haiku, Drawing pictures, Listening to the radio, and Watching basketball
Graduate School of Engineering, Chiba University / Design Research Institute
Associate ProfessorMy research encompasses two main areas. The first is art research, rooted in my background in sculpture at Tokyo University of the Arts. This spans a broad spectrum, ranging from individual artworks to social topics such as social practices and psychological challenges faced by contemporary individuals. The second focuses on package design, integrating structural elements, graphic design, and user experiences.
Recent Topics of Interest: Decoding, Off-grid living
Motto in Research or in Life: A life without boundaries between work and life
Hobby / Holiday: Chopping firewood, Surfing, Maintaining my car and home
Graduate School of Science, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorOn the Earth’s surface, various substances ubiquitously migrate and/or concentrate in a given environment. My primary research focus is the origin and migration dynamics of these substances, particularly methane, iodine, plastic, and others, in groundwater/seawater from a geological and geochemical perspective.
Recent Topics of Interest:
・Correlation between oceanic environmental changes and the growth/dissolution of methane hydrate
・Changes in seafloor environments around methane seepage
・Processes of iodine migration and concentration in sediment pore water
Motto in Research or in Life:
It isn’t that they can’t see the solution. It is that they can’t see the problem.
Hobby / Holiday:
I read various classical and famous books from different genres, following in the footsteps of people from the past. I also like taking care of land hermit crabs.
Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorAging causes changes in the function of various tissues. In particular, age-related decline in brain function leads to dementia and a reduced quality of life in older adults. Using small model organisms such as fruit flies and zebrafish, which allow easy access to aged individuals, I aim to elucidate the mechanisms behind the age-related declines in brain function.
Recent Topics of Interest:
Age-related changes in inter-organ communication
Variations in individual aging patterns
Motto in Research or in Life: Life Is an N of 1. (Michael Rosbash)
Hobby / Holiday: Gardening and picture book reading
Graduate School of Engineering, Chiba University
ProfessorI am undertaking the challenges of creating novel energy materials, energy storage devices, resource recycling processes, and operando analysis techniques that contribute to achieving the SDGs. This involves skillfully combining the enigmatic liquid salts—ionic liquids and molten salts—composed solely of ions with common elements.
Recent Topics of Interest:
I want to contribute to society using technologies related to Planet 6.0, specifically with ionic liquids and molten salts!
Motto in Research or in Life:
Turn everything into profit. There’s got to be something!
Hobby / Holiday:
Working out, Watching sports, Enjoying budget-friendly food crawls
