
Research
Tohoku University is renowned for its achievements in technological innovation and for the practical application of these technologies to the advancement of society. Inventions born at Tohoku University include the KS and NKS steels, the Yagi-Uda antenna, fibre optics, and perpendicular magnetic recording.
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Precise Synthesis of Incredibly Small and Effective Iridium Nanocluster Catalyst
These small powerhouse catalysts can outperform conventional, commercially available iridium catalysts, which could improve production of a next-gen fuel source: green hydrogen.
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Data-Driven Approach Quickly Screens for Durable, Efficient Catalysts
Researchers demonstrate a systematic screening method that can help find promising catalyst candidates without the tedious trial-and-error of every single possible combination.
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Silicon-Compatible Nanocomposite Garnet Enables Better, Simpler Optical Isolators
Researchers have developed a new silicon-chip optical isolator that delivers the performance of conventional devices in a much simpler design.
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Making the Relaxation and Mental Benefits of Ikebana Accessible to All
Researchers have developed an augmented reality system that helps beginners practice the Japanese art of flower arrangement at home while maintaining the relaxing, hands-on experience of working with real flowers.
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Research Institutes and Centers
Tohoku University has 1,763 Research fellows from overseas, 12 Inter-Department Institutes for Education and 11 University Collaborating Institutions.
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International Visitor Research Center
A new institution which is open to researchers around the world, where people from diverse disciplines can gather, learn and create.
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Utilizing Tohoku University's research results and resources in various industries.
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This site provides you with information on academic research staff at Tohoku University.
Feature Highlights
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In Conversation with Susumu Satomi
Before stepping down on March 31, former president Susumu Satomi shared some of his favourite memories of his time at the university.
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Motoko Kotani: By the Numbers
AIMR Director Motoko Kotani, talks about using mathematics as the common language bridging the different disciplines within materials science.
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Take a peek at some of the trailblazing research coming out of Tohoku University
University Research News
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Research at a Glance
Research
- 2,221 Research fellows from overseas
- 5,976 Academic Staff studying overseas
Research Institutes
Contact:
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Office of Cooperative Research and Development
2-1-1 Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan, 980-8577
Tel: +81-22-217-6043
Fax: +81-22-217-6047
Email: liaison
rpip.tohoku.ac.jp