Philosophy and Goals of Education and Research Purpose of Human Resource Development Our aim is to cultivate individuals who possess fundamental knowledge of chemistry as well as advanced expertise in hydrogen energy, CO2 recycling, and nuclear fusion, along with high-level research capabilities to support the clean energy industry. Students will acquire broad academic foundational skills and advanced specialized knowledge in hydrogen energy, CO2 recycling, and nuclear fusion, while developing a strong sense of ethics and creativity to generate new knowledge. We foster talent capable of driving cutting-edge research in the clean energy field and becoming immediate contributors in this domain. Profile of Desired Graduates Technicians and researchers with fundamental knowledge of chemistry and advanced expertise in hydrogen energy, CO2 recycling, and nuclear fusion, who can immediately contribute to the future clean energy industry. Leading researchers and engineers who pursue doctoral studies, develop the ability to independently identify challenges related to the practical application of clean energy, and lead cutting-edge research in the field—capable of setting and solving problems even in unexplored areas in the future. Features of the Advance Clean Energy Program Main Research Areas Hydrogen Isotope ScienceThe work is concentrated on the synthesis and characterization of porous materials, e.g. zeolite, with an application focus in catalytic methane conversion and hydrogen isotope separation. Hydrogen Isotope ScienceThe work is concentrated on the synthesis and characterization of porous materials, e.g. zeolite, with an application focus in catalytic methane conversion and hydrogen isotope separation. Educational Objectives, Goals, and the Three Policies Diploma Policy Policy on Completion and Degree Conferment The Graduate School of Science and Engineering aims to teach and research both theoretical and applied aspects of science and engineering and related fields, to pursue their depths, and to cultivate profound academic knowledge, outstanding abilities, and ethical awareness required for highly specialized professions, thereby contributing to the advancement of natural sciences and technology. Based on this educational objective, students who acquire broad foundational academic abilities and advanced specialized knowledge in hydrogen energy, CO2 recycling, and nuclear fusion, along with ethical awareness and creativity to generate new knowledge, and who achieve the learning outcomes listed below, will be awarded the degree of Master of Science and Engineering. Learning Goals and Indicators Foundational Abilities Learning Outcome: Possesses rich academic knowledge foundational to the clean energy field, English proficiency for global engagement, and logical thinking skills, along with the ability to view various issues from multiple perspectives. Indicator: Demonstrates rich academic knowledge, English proficiency, logical thinking, and the ability to view issues from multiple perspectives in the clean energy field. Specialized Knowledge Learning Outcome: Acquires specialized knowledge and research capabilities in the clean energy field, as well as expertise required for highly specialized professions. Indicator: Demonstrates advanced specialized knowledge, research capabilities, and practical skills required for advanced engineers in the clean energy field. Ethical Awareness Learning Outcome: Develops normative awareness of research ethics necessary for professionals and researchers in the clean energy field. Indicator: Demonstrates normative awareness of research ethics. Creativity Learning Outcome: Through broad knowledge and experience in clean energy research, demonstrates ethical thinking and creativity to contribute to the practical application of clean energy. Indicator: Capable of collaboratively setting research themes and solving problems, and presenting pathways toward the practical application of clean energy. Curriculum Policy Curriculum Design Policy The Advance Clean Energy Program organizes a systematic curriculum to develop the four competencies outlined in the Diploma Policy. Curriculum Implementation Policy Over two years of study, the curriculum is designed to enable students to learn proactively and actively. In addition to required courses such as lectures, exercises, and special research, elective courses are offered in each program and conducted through various methods including lectures, exercises, experiments, and practical training. Evaluation is based on objective grading criteria aligned with the achievement of learning outcomes for each competency. Learning Content, Methods, and Evaluation Foundational Abilities Content: To develop broad academic knowledge and perspective, students study subjects outside their specialization. They also acquire English proficiency for understanding and communicating international information, and gain insights into social contexts related to clean energy through internships. Method: Take common university-wide and graduate school-wide courses offered by the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, and participate in internships. Evaluation: Exams, reports, and presentations are conducted after each class and internship. Specialized Knowledge Content: To develop abilities required for clean energy research and advanced engineering, students acquire specialized and practical knowledge and engage in research to solve problems in the field. Method: Take program-specific specialized courses offered by the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. Evaluation: Exams, reports, and presentations are conducted in each class. Ethical Awareness Content: To develop normative awareness of research ethics, students acquire knowledge of information security and researcher ethics. Method: Take university-wide common courses that foster ethical awareness offered by the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. Evaluation: Exams, reports, and presentations are conducted in each class. Creativity Content: Through research activities, discussions, and presentations in the clean energy field, students acquire broad knowledge in hydrogen energy, renewable energy, and nuclear fusion, and develop creativity and problem-solving skills required for advanced engineers who support the future clean energy industry. Method: Conduct special research, write a master’s thesis, and present papers and research at academic conferences to gather the latest research information. Evaluation: Evaluation is based on exercises involving paper presentations, regular progress reports, final exams, and master’s research presentations. Admission Policy Policy on Student Admission The Advance Clean Energy Program seeks students who have a strong interest and foundational abilities in the clean energy field, and who aspire to become engineers and researchers capable of contributing to human welfare through technological innovation and cultural advancement by applying their specialized knowledge and skills. Basic Policy on Student Selection (Types of Entrance Exams and Evaluation Methods) To provide multiple opportunities for applicants and evaluate diverse students, the following types of entrance examinations are offered: General Entrance Exam Evaluation is based on interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, external English test scores, etc.). Recommendation-Based Entrance Exam Evaluation is based on interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (recommendation letters, academic records, external English test scores, etc.). Special Entrance Exam for Working Adults Evaluation is based on interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, etc.). Special Entrance Exam for International Students Evaluation is based on interviews (including oral academic tests) and application documents (academic records, etc.). Desired Qualities and Abilities Foundational Abilities Possesses basic academic skills equivalent to a university graduate, is motivated to acquire broad knowledge in science and engineering including clean energy and related fields, and actively engages in research activities. Specialized Knowledge Has a strong desire to contribute to the development of clean energy technologies, possesses foundational research abilities (thinking skills, keen sensitivity, high creativity, perseverance), and basic academic skills, and is motivated to contribute to the practical application of clean energy and regional revitalization. Ethical Awareness Has a sense of responsibility and ethics as a member of society, conducts research with social awareness, and is motivated to contribute to the sound development of science and technology including clean energy, and to become an advanced engineer capable of immediate contribution in the field. Creativity The program seeks students with a strong desire to tackle challenges in the clean energy field, who possess a mindset free from fixed ideas, a broad perspective, and flexible thinking skills, and who are motivated to contribute to the practical application of clean energy. Curriculum Model Curriculum Model Research Theme: Study on Highly Active Hydrogen Production Catalysts Using Multi-Angle Parallel Plasma Surface Decoration and Modification Methods Targeted Human Resource Profile: Advanced engineers and researchers who can immediately contribute to the early practical application of hydrogen energy from the perspective of global warming. Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Common Courses Program-Specific Courses Specialized Courses Research Guidance Year 1 1T Research Ethics 1 Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Mathematics / Information Engineering) 1 Advanced Topics in Catalysis and Surface Science 1 Special Research in Clean Energy 10 2T Advanced Topics in Experimental Safety I 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Clean Energy) 1 Pharma & Medical Engineering Practice I 1 Special Experiments in Chemistry 2 Internship 1 3T Academic Writing in English I 1 Clean Energy Exercises I 1 Advanced Topics in Computational Molecular Science 1 4T Academic Writing in English II 1 Year 2 1T Advanced Topics in Solid-State Materials Science for Clean Energy I 1 Advanced Topics in Nanomaterials Science for Clean Energy I 1 2T Advanced Topics in Cutting-Edge Science I 1 Advanced Topics in Solid-State Materials Science for Clean Energy II 1 Advanced Topics in Nanomaterials Science for Clean Energy II 1 3T Clean Energy Exercises II 1 4T Credits Earned 4 4 12 10 22 Total Credits Earned: 30 credits Research Theme: Study on Technologies for Producing Methane and Plastic Materials from Carbon Dioxide Targeted Human Resource Profile: Advanced engineers and researchers who can immediately contribute to the development of CO2 recycling technologies from the perspective of global warming. Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Common Courses Program-Specific Courses Specialized Courses Research Guidance Year 1 1T Research Ethics 1 Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Chemistry / Applied Chemistry) 1 Science Communication Practice I 1 Advanced Topics in Catalysis and Surface Science 1 Special Research in Clean Energy 10 2T Intellectual Property Law 1 Advanced Topics in Experimental Safety I 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Clean Energy) 1 Internship 1 3T Academic Writing in English I 1 Clean Energy Exercises I 1 Advanced Topics in Computational Molecular Science 1 Spectrochemistry I 1 4T Spectrochemistry II 1 Year 2 1T Interdisciplinary Research Experience (Clean Energy) 1 Advanced Topics in Electronic Materials Science for Clean Energy I 1 Advanced Topics in Nanomaterials Science for Clean Energy I 1 2T Advanced Topics in Electronic Materials Science for Clean Energy II 1 Advanced Topics in Nanomaterials Science for Clean Energy II 1 3T Clean Energy Exercises II 1 4T Credits Earned 4 4 12 10 22 Total Credits Earned: 30 credits Research Theme: Study on Advanced Materials and Analytical Technologies Contributing to Fusion Technology Targeted Human Resource Profile: Advanced engineers and researchers who can immediately contribute to the development of next-generation clean energy technologies (such as fusion) from the perspective of global warming. Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Common Courses Program-Specific Courses Specialized Courses Research Guidance Year 1 1T Research Ethics 1 Advanced Topics in Data Science 1 Advanced Topics in Radiation and Isotope Science I 1 Advanced Topics in Plasma Science for Clean Energy I 1 Special Research in Clean Energy 10 2T Communication for Researchers: Fundamentals and Applications 1 Advanced Topics in Experimental Safety I 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Physics / Applied Physics) 1 Introduction to Social Implementation of Natural Sciences (Clean Energy) 1 Logical Thinking 1 3T Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1 Clean Energy Exercises I 1 Advanced Topics in Radiation and Isotope Science II 1 Advanced Topics in Plasma Science for Clean Energy II 1 Structural Inorganic Chemistry I 1 4T Structural Inorganic Chemistry II 1 Year 2 1T Interdisciplinary Research Experience (Advanced Clean Energy) 1 2T Advanced Topics in Cutting-Edge Science I 1 Advanced Topics in Materials Process Engineering I 1 3T Advanced Topics in Cutting-Edge Science II 1 Clean Energy Exercises II 1 4T Credits Earned 4 4 12 10 22 Total Credits Earned: 30 credits Career Information Licenses, Qualifications, and Examination Eligibility Advanced Teaching License for Junior High School (Science) Advanced Teaching License for High School (Science) Career Paths After Completion As advanced engineers and researchers capable of immediately contributing to the clean energy industry, graduates may pursue careers in companies and research institutions related to energy (electricity, gas, petroleum, etc.), environmental materials (petrochemicals, chemical engineering, catalysis, etc.), and environmental product manufacturing (automobiles, shipbuilding, aerospace, etc.). Faculty Members Research Area Faculty Name Research Theme Link Hydrogen Isotope Science Professor Takayuki Abe Research on the functionality of hydrogen isotopes as hydrogen energy and fusion reactor fuel, and on functional materials Research on isotope effects of hydrogen and decay effects of tritium Researcher Profile (Pure) Hydrogen Isotope Science Associate Professor Masanori Hara Conducting research on the measurement of tritium, a radioactive hydrogen isotope, and the isotope effects observed in reactions between hydrogen isotopes and materials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Hydrogen Isotope Science Associate Professor Hidehisa Hagiwara Conducting research on hydrogen production through solar energy conversion using inorganic semiconductor photocatalysts. Researcher Profile (Pure) Hydrogen Isotope Science Junior Associate Professor Akira Taguchi Conducting research on the synthesis of ordered porous materials such as zeolites, and their applications in methane conversion catalysts, adsorption materials, and separation materials for hydrogen isotopes. Researcher Profile (Pure) Hydrogen Isotope Science Assistant Professor Satoshi Akamaru Conducting research on methods to control properties such as magnetism and electrical conductivity of materials using hydrogen isotopes, as well as the development and application of such functional materials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Physical Chemistry Professor Koichi Nozaki Conducting research on the optical properties of photo-functional materials, electron and energy transfer, and structural relaxation dynamics. Researcher Profile (Pure) Physical Chemistry Associate Professor Honoh Suzuki Conducting research on the reactivity of molecular assemblies in solution, such as liposomes and nanoshells, using infrared pulsed lasers. Researcher Profile (Pure) Physical Chemistry Junior Associate Professor Munetaka Iwamura Conducting research on the photoexcitation dynamics of metal complexes involved in solar energy conversion. Researcher Profile (Pure) Coordination Chemistry Professor Kiyoshi Tsuge Conducting research on the synthesis and properties of luminescent complexes and complexes that respond to external stimuli. Researcher Profile (Pure) Coordination Chemistry Associate Professor Hideki Ohtsu Conducting research on the transformation reactions and mechanisms of ubiquitous small molecules using light energy mediated by metal complexes. Researcher Profile (Pure) Organic Chemistry Professor Naoto Hayashi Conducting research on the structure, physical properties, functionality, and reactivity of organic compounds in crystalline and amorphous states. Researcher Profile (Pure) Organic Chemistry Assistant Professor Junro Yoshino Conducting research on the synthesis, structure, and physical properties of functional organic molecules utilizing the characteristics of elements. Researcher Profile (Pure) Catalysis and Energy Materials Engineering Professor Noritatsu Tsubaki We are engaged in the development of new catalytic chemical processes with low environmental impact, the advanced utilization of natural resources including biomass and light, the development of alternative energy sources to petroleum, and the creation of novel functional nanomaterials. Researcher Profile (Pure) Computational Applied Chemistry Professor Tatsuya Ishiyama We conduct education and research aimed at elucidating chemical phenomena not only through experiments but also through theoretical calculations, utilizing rapidly advancing computer technologies. Our work includes teaching the fundamentals of electronic state calculations and molecular simulation methods, and applying them to real-world problems. Researcher Profile (Pure) Plasma Physics Associate Professor Yasuhiro Nariyuki Research on nonlinear and non-equilibrium phenomena in magnetohydrodynamic and kinetic plasmas, as well as the application of related mathematical methods. Researcher Profile (Pure) Materials Process Engineering Professor Toshiya Shibayanagi We focus on comprehensive research and education in manufacturing, from the creation of materials to their delivery as industrial products. Our work involves elucidating and controlling the mechanisms of material phenomena and optimizing material processing. Research areas include the analysis and control of heat and mass transfer phenomena, visualization technologies, surface and interface science, and joining technologies. We also conduct research and education aimed at developing new joining methods by establishing guidelines for optimizing joining processes based on crystal interfaces, microstructure control, high-temperature deformation, and transport phenomena. Researcher Profile (Pure) Natural Product Chemistry Associate Professor Masahiro Miyazawa We are engaged in the development of novel asymmetric reactions using homogeneous complex catalysts and the stereoselective synthesis of highly functionalized natural products. Researcher Profile (Pure) Natural Product Chemistry Junior Associate Professor Hajime Yokoyama With the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as our objective, we conduct research on the total synthesis of bioactive natural products related to biological phenomena, along with the development of novel reactions and methodologies that enable such synthesis. We also engage in chemical biology research based on these natural products. Researcher Profile (Pure) Biofunctional Chemistry Professor Yoshiya Ikawa We conduct research on elucidating the molecular mechanisms by which nucleic acid polymer RNA exhibits advanced biological functions, and on the artificial creation of novel RNA structures and functions based on those mechanisms as design principles. Researcher Profile (Pure) Biofunctional Chemistry Junior Associate Professor Shigeyoshi Matsumura We are conducting research on the development of microdroplet manipulation technologies using microfluidic systems, and applying these technologies to artificial cell-like structures to evolve RNA within them. Researcher Profile (Pure) Organic Electrochemistry Assistant Professor Kazuhiro Okamoto We are developing organic synthesis reactions utilizing electrode electron transfer. In particular, our research focuses on the synthesis of bio-related molecules by investigating the reactivity of radicals and cationic intermediates generated through the electrochemical oxidation of nitrogen-containing compounds. Researcher Profile (Pure)
