Physics & Materials

2026.04.13

QST develops microscope achieving both world-leading resolution and high precision

2026.04.13

Waseda University demonstrates broadband ultrafast optical switching enabled by the transient Pauli blocking effect, paving the way for next-generation optical devices

2026.04.10

A major step toward the realization of a desktop X-ray free-electron laser

2026.04.07

Direct observation now possible with x-rays from SPring-8 — RCAST, the University of Tokyo succeeds in x-ray diagnosis of metal machining processes

2026.04.06

Upcycling Fukaya green onions into plastic products to support local farmers — Saitama Institute of Technology

2026.04.03

The University of Tokyo develops innovative, low-temperature method for recycling raw materials for pharmaceuticals from PET bottles

2026.03.31

Kyoto Institute of Technology develops high-sensitivity infrared sensor using semiconducting CNTs with no cooling required

2026.03.31

JAIST and partners develop AI system for materials exploration using expert knowledge

2026.03.30

Collecting fine particles with optical fiber — Osaka Metropolitan University develops 3D trapping technology

2026.03.26

A Look at LOTUS 2025 Part 2: Prajit Singha of Kobe University

2026.03.24

Unlocking the full potential of single-atom catalysts — Nagoya University establishes new design principles

2026.03.24

High-power optical frequency comb achieved through a new way of thinking: Keio University actively exploits crystal birefringence to achieve 28% conversion efficiency

2026.03.23

Two working groups hold inaugural meetings: Public-private investment across 17 strategic fields — Government launches full-scale review with roadmap expected this spring

2026.03.18

Existence of "two-step diffusion" of doping elements along ceramics grain boundaries — Direct observation of atomic structures at grain boundaries using electron microscopy

2026.03.13

Pioneering innovative photonic technologies — OKI and German research institute sign five-year comprehensive joint research agreement

2026.03.11

Tohoku University develops auto-frequency-adaptive ultrasonic technology of 3D visualization of internal defects in concrete

2026.03.09

Gold leaf from the north and banana fiber cloth from the south: Cutting-edge science elucidates artisan handiwork to help preserve traditional crafts

2026.03.09

Easy decomposition of PFAS utilizing photocatalytic properties of low-toxicity and inexpensive ZnO nanocrystals

2026.03.06

Stable production of single-crystalline thin films of two-dimensional semiconductors

2026.03.05

Japan gov't owns 11% voting rights in Rapidus to push domestic chip output

2026.03.04

Molecular structure and orientation information beyond the diffraction limit of light successfully obtained

2026.03.03

Zigzag arrangement of tiny magnets realizes nonreciprocal charge transport without external magnetic field

2026.03.03

Development of world first iron catalyst for silicone curing that does not rely on rare metals