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Abstracts of Topic-Specified Collaborative Research Projects |
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1. Creation of novel reaction fields through the catalyst design of multielement metal oxides |
Representative: Keigo Kamata
In this research project, we will create innovative catalytic functions for direct conversion of inert chemical bonds under mild conditions and obtain new design guidelines for multifunctional catalysts based on our knowledge of nano-sized metal oxides. By high-functionalization and integration of catalytically active sites through multielement doping strategy, we have designed multifunctional catalysts with unique structures, valences, and active site densities that are difficult to achieve with single or two-component systems. We aim to create novel reaction fields and catalytic functions that enable the synthesis of oxygen-containing compounds and concerted catalysis with highly dense acid/base sites or metals.
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2. Elucidation and design of material functionalities based on computational and data science |
Representative: Fumiyasu Oba
It is essential to investigate the atomistic and electronic structures of materials for their understanding and design, as material functionalities originate from these microscopic structures. This project aims to elucidate the relationship between the structures and functionalities in electronic materials using computational approaches such as first-principles calculations and data-science approaches. In conjunction with experimental techniques such as spectroscopy and electron microscopy, we try to obtain and utilize information at the atomistic and electronic levels for the design of novel materials.
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3. Development of Performance Evaluating Method of Building Structures for Controlling Damage |
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Representative: Koshiro Nishimura
A structural design method of buildings is changing to a performance evaluation method in recent years in Japan. Because common use of buildings after a disaster like an earthquake is often required, engineers need to evaluate the structural performances. It is needed to evaluate not only strengths but also deformations and damages because a large residual deformation may stop the common use of the building even if the structure keeps enough strength and capacity. The objective of this study is to develop a performance evaluating method of building structures, mainly concrete structures, for controlling damage.
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4. Development of materials digital transformation approach and new electronic functional materials and devices |
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Representative: Toshio Kamiya
Combining data analysis as well as materials simulations and experimental materials research has become important to accelerate the development of new materials and devices. Thus, it is an urgent issue to build a new materials digital transformation system (MDX). In this project, we welcome ideas of a part of such MDX approach, its total design, or related issues.
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