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Professor, Field of Materials Characterization and Devices, School of Materials Science
Degrees: Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Electro-Communications, Master of Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Doctor of Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology Professional Career: Research Fellow at the Department of Electronic Engineering of The University of Surrey, England, Research Associate at the Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Science and Engineering of the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering of Hiroshima University Specialties: Electronic Materials and Devices
Hideki Matsumura
Dean of the School of Materials Science
What is the School of Materials Science?
The School of Materials Science comprises the fields of physics, chemistry, and biology – with activities covering a wide range of studies from theory to application in each of the fields of materials science. In the field of physics, for example, we are involved in the development of semiconductor devices and superconductive materials as well as the surface analysis in nano space. In the field of chemistry, we engage in organic materials chemistry, solid catalyst design, and the creation of nano particles and solutions with new functions. And in the field of biology, we are involved in the development of next-generation bio analysis devices and biomaterials. Since the establishment of the School of Materials Science, we have considered the integration of these three fields to be an essential requirement for the development of advanced science and technology.
In a laboratory at the Center for Nano Materials and Technology, an associated institution, we work on the production of semiconductor devices utilizing the micro liquid process under the supervision of leading experts in nano materials in solution. In this and other ways, we are bringing to bear the most advanced technology to carry out leading-edge research.
The high regard in which the research conducted at our school is held is evidenced by its being rated as No.1 in the nation for the number of research grants per teacher from both public and private sources.
In addition, in order to promote the revitalization of research and education corresponding to the needs of society, we offer collaborative lectures in cooperation with external research institutions, including those of private businesses and other universities. Such lectures offer students opportunity to receive instruction and perform experiments at a wide range of institutions. In the area of international exchange, we have established a Dual Graduate Education Program with the Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-Hanoi). We strive to cultivate human resources capable of serving as leaders by allowing students to learn at and acquire degrees at both VNU-Hanoi and JAIST.
This is the high-level and dynamic environment for research and education to which we welcome highly motivated students.
