Physics & Materials

2023.03.29

ORIX Rentec begins rental of compact thermal vacuum test equipment: Recreates conditions in space with an eye on small satellite development

2023.03.24

Osaka University discovers new law related to power consumption on laser‐driven neutron creation: potential for miniaturization and shorter times in analysis

2023.03.23

Huh? Look at that building! Group led by Tohoku University explains the optical illusion caused by body pitch and motion

2023.03.23

Group led by The Institute for Solid State Physics at The University of Tokyo discovers new material that significantly expands when a magnetic field is applied: Shows promise for new actuators

2023.03.15

AIST develops depolymerization method to break down PEEK into monomers — Paves the way for new recycling technologies

2023.03.14

JAEA, Nagoya University and Osaka University reveal the chemical bonding mechanism of carbon film graphene and gold: Path opened for the next generation of energy‐saving integrated circuits

2023.03.13

Tokyo Institute of Technology observes liquid absorption and swelling for scission in polymer chains: Research may pave the way for the development of next‐generation polymer materials

2023.03.10

Low‐Symmetry molecular assemblies formed through self‐assembly: A discovery by Nagasaki University, the University of Tokyo, and others

2023.03.09

A thin barrier film that acts like a glass: A printable and UV‐densified barrier film; Potential uses in packaging and devices

2023.03.09

Eliminating flying moths usings lasers: New technology by Osaka University reveals that thorax and face are vulnerable areas

2023.03.07

Spin polarization recognized in a chiral superconductor: Group led by IMS demonstrates the appearance of a pair of antiparallel spins

2023.03.06

Aiming to be responsible for research and education at a technical college where instructors are close to the students

2023.02.22

The World's lightest and smallest NMR system exceeding 1 GHz — Does not require refilling with rare liquid helium

2023.02.22

Group led by KEK and RIKEN confirm nonexistence of N=34 'new magic neutron number' titanium-vanadium neutron-rich isotopes

2023.02.21

NIBB develops an effective microscope with a tiltable objective lens to visualize cranial nerve activity

2023.02.16

Even weak magnetic storms can impact operations and cause the loss of SpaceX's low earth orbit satellites — Uncovered by Polar Research Institute, NICT, and others

2023.02.15

Supramolecular glucose chemosensor that shows fluorescence developed by Sophia University led group

2023.02.14

JAEA, Tohoku University and KOSEN see path to semiconductor miniaturization after identifying role of interfacial defects and carriers involved in the growth of silicon oxide film using high-brilliance synchrotron radiation

2023.02.13

Group from The University of Tokyo reveals the reason for rapid crystal growth when solution is stirred — Key is the successive stabilization and destabilization of a "floating island" intermediate.

2023.02.09

Okayama University-led group develops technology for the efficient production of woody biomass fuel

2023.02.08

Direct carbonization of a metal-organic framework to create porous particles - Enables a high degree of control over the morphology and the pore structure

2023.02.07

Discovering rules of physics that overturn conventional assumptions by taking on the challenge of developing robust, tough gels

2023.02.06

Significant performance improvements for SiC power semiconductors: Enabling efficient energy use

2023.02.03

Teikyo University of Science succeeds in effectively converting weak near-infrared light to visible light by using upconversion nanoparticles

2023.02.02

A nondestructive freshness evaluation for frozen tuna - Tokai University and Fujitsu realize a world first using ultrasound AI technology

2023.02.02

Hokkaido University and RIKEN succeed in measuring the behavior of OH radicals on extremely low-temperature ice surfaces

2023.01.31

Particle structure of the giant tokyovirus revealed with 7.7 Å resolution ultra-high voltage cryo-electron microscopy

2023.01.31

The International Year of Glass ends with gorgeous high notes through a guitar performance using a silica glass pick

2023.01.26

JAEA directly observes nanomagnet spin excitations

2023.01.25

AIST and Daicel develop separation membrane for direct air capture of CO₂ using mixture of two ionic liquids with distinct roles

2023.01.24

Waseda University and Nanyang Technological University of Singapore use optical 3D printing and plating technology to fabricate precision, complex metal-plastic 3D structures

2023.01.20

Group led by NIMS designs and demonstrates simple device to identify gases using unique coloration from gas viscosity and density

2023.01.19

JAIST researchers combine simulation and data science to develop statistical estimation technique for the water contact angle of copper surfaces

2023.01.18

In a world-first, scientists at Nagoya University demonstrate continuous-wave lasing of deep-ultraviolet semiconductor laser at room temperature

2023.01.16

RIKEN discovers neutron-rich isotope Sodium-39: Anticipation for further exploration of nuclear structure

2023.01.12

Hiroshima University quantifies the effects of temperature and energy dependence on the surface state in a 3D topological insulator

2023.01.11

AIST and NEDO open development site to the public, including for a quantum computer expected to be "blazing fast"

2023.01.11

Recording experiment data in a digital notebook for analysis by AI to contribute to promoting digitization of research and open science

2022.12.27

Observation of "motion in chiral crystals" by Tokyo Institute of Technology: Aiming to create opto-phononic-spintronic devices

2022.12.26

Toshiba Develops "sliding sheet-lattice matrix" requiring no application of liquids for ultrasonic non-destructive testing

2022.12.22

Group led by the University of Tokyo creates wood biomass material with a thermal conductivity 100 times higher than paper

2022.12.19

Light measurements × Information processing: Capturing the unseen

2022.12.12

Tokyo Institute of Technology creates ammonia synthesis catalyst without noble metals

2022.12.08

Group led by RIKEN develops pressure-driven compact generator using the interaction of water and glass channels

2022.11.30

Team led by Kyushu University and Hitachi measure change in net charge of a nanoparticle down to the electron level by increasing the sensitivity of electron beam holography

2022.11.30

Tokyo Institute of Technology develops proprietary technology to construct metal-free supramolecular structures

2022.11.25

RIKEN successfully observe "nonlocal Josephson effect" for the first time

2022.11.25

Osaka Metropolitan University utilize sunlight and carbon dioxide to synthesize biodegradable plastic: Yield rate of approximately 80%

2022.11.22

New cathode material for all-solid-state sodium batteries developed by Osaka Metropolitan University and others

2022.11.21

Keio University accurately determines surface acoustic waves with picometre precision

2022.11.21

Shizuoka University develops new low-cost synthesis method for titanium dioxide epitaxial thin films

2022.11.17

Yokohama National University develops bendable lithium-ion battery and solves challenge of using liquid metal in devices

2022.11.11

Free manipulation of the spin of two electrons

2022.11.11

Successful proof-of-principle demonstration of a quantum repeater and long-distance transmission

2022.11.07

Japan-Europe joint effort identifies the characteristics of atomic arrangement of the largest metallic glass ever made: Exhibits excellent glass forming ability

2022.11.07

Why do curling stones curl? Professor Jiro Murata unravels 98-year mystery behind creation of asymmetrical center of gyration

2022.11.04

Theory of self-organized swimming with odd elasticity discovered ― Paves way to the development and realization of autonomous micromachines

2022.11.04

Development of a broadband, powerful entangled photon pair source

2022.11.02

Research team led by Nagoya Institute of Technology develops method to control SiC power semiconductor crystal defects with hydrogen ion implantation

2022.11.01

High-value-added chemicals from garbage ― Tokyo Metropolitan University develops two types of high-performance catalysts for easy recycling of plastics

2022.10.28

RIEC measures "magnetic energy landscape" of nanomagnets, a world first

2022.10.28

JAEA develops compact, energy-saving, ultra-high vacuum getter pump with titanium: Another step closer to a carbon-neutral sustainable society

2022.10.27

Group led by JAEA demonstrates quantum tunneling effect that allows hydrogen and deuterium to be separated using a one-atom thick graphene film

2022.10.26

Group led by NIPR reproduces three-dimensional structure of pulsating aurora using computer tomography

2022.10.25

Aiming for integration using new circuits with an origami structure

2022.10.24

Team led by Osaka University uses high-power laser to create space plasma shock waves in the lab

2022.10.24

Quantum technology today: Breakthroughs in a wide range of in-demand areas

2022.10.21

Development of a whole-body dose assessment system by JAEA and QST through study on heavy ion radiation therapy and secondary cancer incidence

2022.10.21

Osaka University led group develop in situ diagnosis of single-molecule point mutations in mRNA using single-molecule measurement of electron transfer kinetics

2022.10.19

Tokyo University of Science develops solid magnesium ion conductor with world's highest ionic conductivity ― Prospect of application in batteries

2022.10.18

OKI and KRYSTAL create piezoelectric single-crystal thin-film bonding technology with an ultrasonic sensor 20 times more sensitive than conventional devices

2022.10.14

Kansai University experiments with high-precision measurement of suspended particle behavior inside microtubules using red blood cells

2022.10.12

Complete degradation of commercial polyester: Reducing plastic waste and creating new materials

2022.10.06

Interview with Toshikazu Hasegawa, new Chairman of the Japan Scientific Instruments Association

2022.10.05

Ehime University identifies molecular arrangement adsorbed on clay minerals

2022.09.30

Group led by Tokyo Institute of Technology successfully fabricates solid-state light-emitting material by building a fluorescent molecular bridge

2022.09.27

Detecting cracks by understanding ultrasonic 3D scattering phenomena ―　Scientific optimization of non-destructive testing techniques

2022.09.20

Joint university research group led by Kyoto University discovers coexistence and control of rock salt and fluorite in the most basic crystal structure in inorganic compounds

2022.09.15

Yokohama National University takes a step towards realizing large-scale integrated quantum memory

2022.09.12

Laser Sounding Inspection System Utilized for Testing Railroad Tunnels ― CTI Engineering Working to Realize Robotic Inspections

2022.09.09

Okayama University uses confined space to synthesize large-area, high-quality semiconductor materials as thin as an atom

2022.09.07

Lithium migration phenomenon captured by positive and negative muons: Group led by KEK, Ibaraki University confirm diffusion in negative electrode materials

2022.09.05

Phenomenon of organic deliquescence proven by the University of Tokyo, a world's first - Expected applications in recovering VOCs that cause atmospheric pollution

2022.09.01

Kyoto University establishes theory of large-area photonic-crystal surface-emitting laser (PCSEL) for 3mm to 10mm single mode lasing: ― They aim to achieve 50- to 100-Watt-class continuous wave (CW) lasing within a year

2022.08.31

"Time structure of synchrotron radiation" controlled with attosecond precision

2022.08.26

AIST and NTT develop a neural network computing technology that uses silicon photonic circuits alone to perform calculations

2022.08.26

Evident Creates Stereo Microscope Using AR Technologies to Improve Inspection and Assembly Efficiency

2022.08.24

Research led by Osaka University demonstrate magnetic phase diagram of C_sC_uCl₃ by measuring physical properties under multiple extreme conditions

2022.08.23

Group including Ibaraki University and others discovers catalyst structure that maximizes efficiency of converting CO₂ to methanol

2022.08.22

Development of a semiconductor through the gradual pyrolysis of paper ― Potential customization of electrical properties and 3D structures

2022.08.19

IIS and NAIST develop 3D vertical channel ferroelectric/antiferroelectric transistors to produce memory devices

2022.08.18

New principle of personal identification using breath proven ― Expectations for spoof-proof technology

2022.08.17

Water electrolysis using sunlight: World's highest level of conversion efficiency achieved for hydrogen production by Niigata University

2022.08.16

JAMSTEC clarifies that the microbes involved in the process of metal corrosion undergo remarkable change

2022.08.12

Liquefaction of hydrogen using highly efficient magnetic refrigeration ― Reduced hydrogen energy production costs paving the road to a decarbonized society

2022.08.05

Observation of collective resonant motion of magnetic superstructures ― Chiral magnetic soliton lattices expected to be used for next-generation communications

2022.08.03

Osaka Metropolitan University observes molecular alignment in nano-sized pores

2022.08.01

NIMS and Osaka University successfully produce single crystals of pure nickel using laser beam

2022.07.29

Industry-academia collaboration between Osaka University and others produces world's largest 6-inch high-quality GaN crystals

2022.07.28

Novel positively charged oxide clusters synthesized: Potential for use as an acid catalyst

2022.07.27

Tokyo Institute of Technology captures the bonding of three types of atoms using high resolution electron microscope

2022.07.22

Tohoku University AI-based cryo-electron microscope commences shared use for the visualization of both hard and soft materials

2022.07.19

NIMS, Waseda University and others develop method for the synthesis of ultra-thin carbon nanosheets with nearly infinite numbers of pores

2022.07.15

Ibaraki University group discovers formula for determining mixing free energy of microscopic solutions

2022.07.13

NICT achieves a world first ― Optical lattice clock referenced to maintain national standard time enabling synchronization with UTC

2022.07.13

JAEA and others successfully separate and recover americium from highly radioactive waste

2022.07.12

Osaka University develops new multiferroic heterostructure material with the highest spintronic performance in the world

2022.07.07

Error mitigation method by the University of Tokyo results in higher accuracy in quantum computing calculations of Hückel molecular orbitals

2022.07.06

QST and Sumitomo Heavy Industries develop multi-ion source, leading one step closer to implementing a quantum scalpel

2022.06.29

Hokkaido University demonstrates world's first topological Hall torque caused by Weyl points that can be applied to magnetization reversal

2022.06.29

JAMSTEC, Kyoto University, Kyoto Institute of Technology, and Shizuoka University sign joint research agreement to develop plastic that can be broken down under pressure

2022.06.29

RIKEN succeeds in measuring X-ray laser pulse duration shorter than 1/100 trillionth of a second

2022.06.28

Ultra-strong underwater adhesive inspired by marine organisms developed by The University of Tokyo

2022.06.28

Carbon nanobelt synthesis successfully creates twisted "Möbius band" ― Research by Nagoya University and Institute for Molecular Science paves the way for the development of new materials

2022.06.27

Pioneering Advanced Photonics: An ultraviolet-B laser diode

2022.06.24

Titanium's Outstanding Biocompatibility: High Corrosion Resistance and Moderate Reactivity are the Keys

2022.06.23

Keio University develops a direct light source with polarized broadband radiation

2022.06.23

Team from The University of Tokyo discovers nonlinear transverse response, superconducting rectification effect in noncentrosymmetric trigonal crystal

2022.06.23

A step towards clarifying the limits on the existence of atomic nuclei: Successful experimental determination of "angular momentum" by JAEA

2022.06.21

Center of Innovation (COI) Program Vision 3: New manufacturing using digital fabrication technology

2022.06.20

The shapes of organisms are geometrically determined structures not dependent on genes ― Discovery by Kanazawa University and others

2022.06.17

Through utilization of rare-RI ring, international joint research group succeeds in measuring the mass of radioactive isotope

2022.06.16

Institute for Molecular Science, QST and others identify the reason why circadian clock of living organisms is maintained

2022.06.14

Capturing nanoparticles using laser light: Realization of optical tweezers at extremely low temperatures

2022.06.10

Next-generation power devices on the horizon: NTT successfully operates world's first aluminum nitride transistor

2022.06.10

Improved catalytic performance of fuel cells: New method more than doubles oxygen reduction reaction activity

2022.06.09

Strong interaction of K mesons: International joint research by JAEA, Chubu University and others successful in improving measurement accuracy

2022.06.07

Method to safety transport explosive acetylene gas devised by Kyoto University

2022.06.06

RIKEN superconducting ring cyclotron: Recognized by Guinness World Records for "highest beam energy"

2022.05.31

CRIEPI develops low-temperature fabrication method for all-oxide solid-state batteries

2022.05.27

Fugaku supercomputer calculates ultrafast optical response of materials with more than 10,000 atoms: Paving the way for clarifying microscopic phenomena and aiming to standardize software

2022.05.26

Contributing to the Evolution of Post-5G and -6G networks: New electronic components realized using MEMS technology

2022.05.25

Fabrication of sandwich structure and successful observation of magnetic vortex by the University of Tokyo and others

2022.05.24

Tokyo Institute of Technology succeeds in achieving 30 times higher thermoelectric conversion performance in tin selenide

2022.05.20

Fractional charge generated at the corners of salt crystals: Theoretical clarification by the University of Tokyo

2022.05.19

Successful Synthesis of Wing-Shaped Nanographene through joint research between Nanjing University and Ehime University

2022.05.12

The act of seeking a companion when lonely: RIKEN team reveals molecular neuronal mechanisms in mouse experiments

2022.05.11

Atomic level resolution electron microscopy achieved by The University of Tokyo and JEOL: Direct observation of the "Origin of Magnetism."

2022.05.10

Free control of plant organelles: On the path of creating diverse industrial innovations

2022.04.15

Clarification of the inhibition of photosynthesis by fatty acids: Path to increasing biofuel production and pesticide development

2022.04.15

Tokyo Institute of Technology and others achieve the world's highest hydride ion conductivity at room temperature: Aiming to realize a carbon-free society using hydrogen

2022.04.13

Detoxification of asbestos to reduce health risks for demolition workers: Suppression of dust scattering

2022.04.11

TerraPower, JAEA and other collaborators sign memorandum of understanding on the development of sodium-cooled fast reactors

2022.04.07

Hybrid quantum state between light and matter: Realization of condensation of polariton particles at room-temperature