Physics & Materials

2026.05.01

Discovery of the "cradle" for photoinduced phase transitions

2026.04.30

Suppressing chlorine gas generated during water electrolysis: A new diffusion layer that could reduce the number of ions reaching the electrode

2026.04.27

New calculation theory established for concentration limits for repulsive elements — Expectations for new guidelines in alloy material development

2026.04.24

Measurement of electric current produced by a single molecule that absorbed light — Aiming for ultra-efficient solar cell that mimics photosynthesis

2026.04.20

Goggle-type sensor using carbon nanotube film — Enabling non-destructive inspection that sees through objects while viewing them directly

2026.04.16

A Look at LOTUS 2025 Part 3: Mrinalini of Nagoya University

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