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Institute for Advanced Academic Research / Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences, Chiba University
Tenure Track Associate Professor My research focuses on elucidating the physiological effects of the natural environment and natural stimuli on humans.
By measuring brain activity (using near-infrared spectroscopy to assess prefrontal cortex activity), autonomic nervous activity (evaluating parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous activity through heart rate variability), and endocrine activity (monitoring stress hormone concentration), we are accumulating scientific data on the physiological relaxation effects that nature brings.
Recent Topics of Interests:
1. Clarification of individual differences: There are individual differences in the physiological relaxation effects that nature brings. These individual differences have drawn attention as an issue that should be clarified in various fields, but research has not progressed significantly.
We are working towards understanding these individual differences by accumulating scientific evidence, including various approach methods.
2. Application to individuals with high stress: In previous research, the main focus has been on healthy individuals in their twenties. However, we are now advancing the investigation of the effects on individuals who experience high-stress levels in their daily lives, such as children with developmental disabilities and patients with depression.
Motto in Research or in Life: I try to see things from a broad perspective.
Hobby / Holiday: Nature walk with my daughter.
Design Research Institute
Associate ProfessorI provide support for gardening activities in elderly care facilities, promote community formation in regional hubs and office spaces using plant factories, and facilitate communication in medical spaces. Our focus is on studying and researching designs that support both the hardware and software aspects to achieve an optimal balance between work and communication. I strive to immerse ourselves on-site as much as possible.
Recent Topics of Interest: Combination and Integration of Traditional Oriental Medicine and Environmental Design
Motto in Research or in Life: Meet halfway
Hobby / Holiday: Childrearing of two kids
Center for Environmental Remote Sensing, Chiba University
ProfessorI am actively advancing research on global atmospheric environmental change based on the world-leading remote sensing technology and data of Chiba University. My focus is on studying various emerging phenomena that pose significant challenges in terms of prediction. I aim to output highly accurate and precise scientific findings, mitigate factors that jeopardize the sustainability of humanity, and realize a safe and secure global environment.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Is the atmospheric environment, including atmospheric composition (substances) and meteorology, experiencing improvement or degradation?
Motto in Research or in Life: Seeing is believing. Science is based on facts.
Hobby / Holiday: Playing football and futsal. I also serve as a youth football head coach.
Graduate School of Science, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorI am studying partial differential equations that illustrate aggregation processes in biological systems. The main equation of my research is the Keller-Segel system, which describes the aggregation mechanism of cellular slime molds. These molds have both unicellular and multicellular life stages. Specifically, when food becomes scarce, these cells release chemical substances and move toward higher chemical concentrations through chemotaxis, forming multicellular groups. I focus on the mathematical analysis of the conditions under which these aggregates form.
Recent Topics of Interests:
I am currently interested in the fundamental analysis of partial differential equations that describe how cancer cells invade normal cells.
Motto in Research or in Life:
If you don't understand something, start by thinking it through on your own. If you still don't get it, ask openly and honestly.
Hobby / Holiday: Cooking
Faculty of Education, Chiba University
ProfessorI work on research and teaching focused on providing education for children who require special educational support and establishing a comprehensive support system around them. Additionally, I explore the collaboration between education and welfare studies, as well as other relevant fields.
Recent Topics of Interest:
How can we effectively support gifted children in the framework of inclusive education?
What accomplishments have the SDGs achieved in promoting inclusive education across different countries?
What are the positive impacts of the spread of infectious diseases on school education?
Motto in Research or in Life:
・Practice makes perfect.
・Continuity is the father of success.
Hobby / Holiday: I enjoy reading books, particularly novels, during my long commute on the train. It allows me to reset my mind.
Graduate School of Global and Transdisciplinary Studies, Chiba University
ProfessorI am dedicated to International Economics, with a particular focus on empirical and theoretical analysis of trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as philosophical and ideological reflections on political economy. My research endeavors encompass individuals, society, and nature, including the global environment, with a constant awareness of their interconnectedness. I aim to pursue interdisciplinary research, striving to understand these elements as integral components of one interconnected world, although it can be a challenging endeavor.
Recent Topics of Interest:
I aspire to engage in interdisciplinary reflections on the current state and future prospects of global capitalist activities, exemplified by free trade. I aim to examine them in the context of human nature, the concept of the nation-state, and the trends in the natural environment, recognizing the inherent challenges involved.
Motto in Research or in Life:
I want to lead a purposeful life, considering what I should do as a human being within society and nature, even before being a researcher.
Hobby / Holiday:
While striving to adhere to the above-mentioned motto, I also find relaxation on the couch, indulge in long walks, and often pick up food and drinks to enjoy during my walks.
Institute for Advanced Academic Research / International Center for Hadron Astrophysics, Chiba University
ProfessorHigh-energy phenomena, which occur in the universe beyond human creation, remain mysterious in terms of their mechanisms. Through various observations, my aim is to elucidate the origins and locations of these extraordinary events. Specifically, my research focuses on studying high-energy phenomena in space by observing neutrinos, which are elementary particles that traverse through space.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Development of Next Generation Neutrino Telescopes, Development of New Detection Techniques with Neutrino Telescopes
Motto in Research or in Life: Even if others oppose you, if you follow your curiosity, you won't regret it.
Hobby / Holiday: Reading books and listening to music
Chiba University Hospital
Pharmacy Division Chair / ProfessorMy research focuses on addressing various challenges encountered in clinical practice at the Division of Pharmacy, of Chiba University Hospital, and the Department of Clinical Pharmacy at the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Specifically, I conduct both basic and clinical analyses to design drug administration strategies for critically ill patients in intensive care units and those with rare diseases.
Additionally, I am engaged in basic research on vascular cells that contribute to the onset and progression of atherosclerosis, a major underlying cause of myocardial infarction and stroke. Through these works, I aim to generate novel evidence that is currently unavailable in medical practice and, in the near future, contribute to drug development initiatives originating from our division.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Adult deterioration
Cultivating critical thinking skills
Motto in Research or in Life:
Steady but unrelenting efforts
Hobby / Holiday:
Farming and meticulous cleaning
Center for Frontier Science, Chiba University
ProfessorIn the realm of organic electronics, particularly in applications like organic EL displays, I utilize electron spectroscopy to explore the fundamental electronic structure. This involves deciphering intricate details like energy levels, electron arrangement, and packing configurations.
At the same time, my research extends to the intrinsic electrical properties of elements, aiming to enhance the performance of organic electronics through a comprehensive approach that integrates spectroscopy and elemental studies.
Engaging in multiple fields such as physics, chemistry, electronic engineering, inorganic materials, and organic materials, I pioneer unique measurement methods and devices unparalleled anywhere else in the world, thereby contributing to original research.
Beyond my research pursuits, I am actively engaged in Chiba University’s ‘Frontier Science Program,’ an academic acceleration initiative.
Recent Topics of Interests:
・Investigating the mechanism behind the spontaneous development of orientation polarization when molecules used in organic EL devices form a film
・Elucidating the mechanism that leads to the generation of frictional electricity
・Identifying the true nature of weak levels within the band gap of various materials, including inorganic, organic, and biomaterials
・Managing an academic acceleration program at Chiba University
Motto in Research or in Life:
Develop a unique device found nowhere else in the world and conduct original research.
Hobby / Holiday:
Road-bike touring and Hill climbing
