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Ryoichi Yamamoto, Professor
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The Soft Matter Engineering Lab (the Yamamoto Lab) works on theoretical modeling of soft matter and biological phenomena. The lab has studied various transport phenomena in complex fluids and soft matter such as polymers and colloids, mainly through computer simulation. In microscopic simulations such as molecular dynamics, handling the mesoscale and macroscale phenomena that matter in soft matter requires enormous computation time. The lab therefore aims to draw on new advances in theory to develop original methodologies useful for chemical engineering.
Satoshi Watanabe, Associate Professor
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The Interface Control Engineering Lab studies the theme of "engineering of nanoscale confined spaces." An interface is where two phases with different properties meet, and molecules there show properties different from those in the bulk. In nanospaces such as porous materials and nanoparticles, where these effects are strong, the lab analyzes and models the behavior and structure of molecules and particles through simulation and experiments. The lab aims to link microscopic structure with macroscopic function and apply this to creating functional materials and designing processes.
Motoaki Kawase, Professor
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The Reaction Engineering Lab (Kawase Lab) develops new reaction processes and materials based on an understanding of reaction mechanisms and reaction processes. The lab studies modeling and process development for a variety of reaction processes, and the production of new functional materials using chemical reactions. It works on modeling electrochemical processes such as fuel cells, and on producing materials by CVD. It also studies how to efficiently convert carbon resources such as coal and biomass into energy and useful chemicals.
Noriaki Sano, Professor
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The Separation Engineering Lab (Sano Lab) aims to establish advanced separation engineering. Separation technology is used in processes such as chemical manufacturing to purify materials and remove impurities and harmful substances. The lab develops separation operations and equipment based on various principles, including adsorption, drying, electric fields, and biological processes. It also studies applying new nanomaterials such as carbon nanohorns to separation, and process technologies for freezing and drying foods and pharmaceuticals.
MCNAMEE Cathy Elizabeth, Professor
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The Dynamic Interfacial Chemistry Lab (McNamee Lab) studies colloid and interface chemistry. In industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food, fine particles in liquids disperse or aggregate, and this is determined by the forces acting between the particles. When products are made or used, they are in a non-equilibrium state subject to mixing, temperature changes, electric fields, and so on, and the forces acting there change as well. The lab experimentally investigates how the forces acting on colloidal systems change under non-equilibrium conditions, and explores ways to control those forces freely.
Yusuke Maeda, Professor
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The Transport Phenomena Lab (Maeda Lab) studies transport phenomena concerning the flows of matter, energy, and information. In systems far from equilibrium, such as living cells, patterns and spontaneous flows that do not occur in equilibrium systems emerge, and the principles that govern their control are still not understood. Through experiments, theory, and computation, the lab investigates transport phenomena in soft matter and active matter, as well as the energetics of nanomachines. The lab aims to open up a new field that bridges physics and chemical engineering.
Katsuaki Tanabe, Professor
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The Energy Process Engineering Lab develops energy technologies that help solve resource and environmental problems. Targeting energy materials, semiconductor materials, and manufacturing processes, the lab makes use of computer simulation and AI. Covering everything from fluids to solids and from the nanoscale to the macroscale, the lab uses first-principles calculation, machine learning, and statistical physics to explain phenomena. The lab aims to achieve an integrated approach, from materials design to the optimization of manufacturing processes.
Shinsuke Nagamine, Associate Professor
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The Materials Process Engineering Lab develops material fabrication processes that bring out functions by controlling the shape and structure of materials. The plastics, ceramics, and metals around us are used in forms such as blocks, fibers, particles, and films. To obtain highly functional materials, it is important not only to choose the substance but also to control its shape and structure appropriately. In addition to making materials such as porous materials and fine particles, the lab works on surface modification of materials and on developing meat alternatives from plant-based ingredients.
Kenichiro Sotowa, Professor
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The Process Systems Engineering Lab conducts research on the theme of "synthesis and optimization of systems." There is growing demand for production systems that can make high-value products while saving resources and energy. Process systems engineering is the discipline that studies methodologies for designing and operating such systems rationally. Through advancing the field, training people, and returning research results to society, the lab aims to contribute to the development of Japanese industry.
Taisuke Maki, Associate Professor
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The Environmental Process Engineering Lab aims to establish "environmentally harmonious processing," which rationally integrates the links among resources, energy, and the environment. The lab works on developing new methods of material conversion and organizing the engineering behind them into a systematic framework. It is also developing energy-efficient microreactors and other devices, and making environmentally friendly plastics with the whole life cycle in mind. It also explores ways to use biomass, which is renewable and widely available, without waste.
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