Elucidating the Switching Characteristics of Transistors Operating at Cryogenic Temperatures

– New insights into semiconductor physics accelerate R&D of control circuits for quantum computers –

Absorbers to Realize Efficient and Fast Detection of Terahertz Waves with Frequency Range in 6G

– Terahertz absorptance above 99%, more than double in high-speed responsivity compared with conventional absorbers –

Scalable Synthesis of Peptides at Low Cost and with Minimal Waste

– Synthesize peptides with minimal use of protecting groups, as if connecting blocks –

Developed Evaluation Technology for Radio-frequency Components Used in Quantum Computers

– Measure temperature dependence of reflection and transmission characteristics from cryogenic to room temperature –

Development of Power Generation System from Formic Acid by Flow-type System

– Demonstrated "continuous" hydrogen production from formic acid for over 2,000 hours –

Demonstrating Performance of Organic Liquid Fertilizer Made by Microorganisms in Hydroponic Tomato Cultivation

– Contributing to resource recycling by upcycling nitrogen in waste –

Why Does Asteroid Ryugu Look Different in Space and in the Laboratory?

– Space weathering hides water signs –

Discovery That Oxidative Stress Shortens Life Span Under Social Isolation

Insects Switch the Form and Function of Their Gut Symbionts and Their Habitats Through "Metamorphosis"

– In nymphs, for bacterial retention and their own growth; In adults, for food digestion and reproduction –

Development of New Genome Editing Technology in Plants

– New molecular delivery technique using needle-shaped crystal "whiskers" enables more efficient production of genome-edited crops –

Developed Process Technology for Alternating Layering of Barium Titanate Nanocube Monolayers and Graphene

– Paving the way for dramatically thinner multilayer ceramic capacitors –

Developed Sensing Technology to Determine Freshness of Fish Meats from Their Odors

– Easy, non-destructive determination of freshness –

Development of a New Treatment Process for Ironworks Wastewater Containing High Concentrations of Nitrate

– New membrane separation activated sludge process using factory infrastructure –

A Facile Method for Preparing Transparent Anti-Fogging Films with Quick Self-Healing Abilities

– Development of transparent films that self-heal physical damages in a short period and prevent fogging for a long period –

Successful Evolution of E. coli into Insect Symbiotic Bacteria

– A single mutation makes ordinary bacteria into essential symbiotic bacteria that support survival of host stinkbug –

Successful High-efficiency Transfer of Single Electrons without Extra Disturbance

– Demonstrated by generation of an isolated pulse propagating on a solid surface; Contribution to quantum computers –

Development of an Efficient and Stable Catalyst for Ammonia Synthesis even under Fluctuating Hydrogen Supply Conditions

– Oriented to high performance ammonia synthesis integrated with electrolytic hydrogen production using renewable energy –

Development of Neural Network Computing Technology that Operates Using Only a Silicon Photonic Integrated Circuit

– Establishment of optical AI basic technology with ultra-low latency and low power consumption that complements digital electronic circuits –

Development of a New Method for Fabricating Nitride Semiconductor Thin-film Crystals

– Supplying nitrogen plasma to achieve the world’s highest quality –

Development of Technology to Produce Synthetic Gas from Atmospheric Concentration CO₂ Using a Transition-metal-free Catalyst

– A big step towards realization of liquid fuel and chemical production using CO₂ as a raw material –