Nano-materials design laboratory
The University of Tokyo
What's new!
Paving the way for Materials Design
Research objective
- A deep understanding of atomic arrangements and chemical bonding, and their relationship to functional properties, enables the realization of Designed Materials, which can dramatically accelerate the development of new materials. To achieve this, it is essential to integrate computation, measurement, and analysis to uncover the origins of functionality and to establish the underlying mechanisms and universal design principles.
- At the Nano Materials Design Laboratory (NMDL), Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, we integrate artificial intelligence, computational simulations, atomic-scale characterization, and Physical AI to advance materials research in a unified manner—from a deep understanding of structure–property relationships to the creation of Designed Materials. Through this integrated approach, we aim to establish a new paradigm of materials science that enables autonomous materials design.
Our Team
Member
- Since our group is part of an affiliated research institute, it is not directly associated with any undergraduate school. It is composed of graduate students, researchers, and staff who belong to the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo.
Our Achievements
Research Achievements
- The students in our group have transferred universities and laboratories upon advancing to graduate school. While transferring to a new group and new university is very challenging, there are many*10 more things to gain from its experience.
- Upon joining the laboratory, students immediately engage in their research projects and, within a limited period, present their work at international conferences as well as publish scientific paper as the first author. This process goes beyond simply completing assigned tasks; students are expected to formulate their own research questions, persist through trial and error, and carry their work through to completion. Through this rigorous training, they develop solid research skills and independence, preparing them to pursue PhD studies and build their careers as researchers.
Research Environments
Rsearch Environments
- In our research, we mainly use the latest computers and nano-analysis equipments. We also utilize external facilities, such as supercomputers and synchrotrons.
- In addition to hardware, we have a comprehensive collection of textbooks on subjects like solid-state physics, quantum chemistry, machine learning, and so on. We have also installed many whiteboards to facilitate anytime-discussions．
How to join
How to join
- We welcome visits from undergraduate students considering graduate school or transferring, technical college (KOSEN) students and specialized course (KOSEN-Senkoka) students, graduate students or working professionals considering a doctoral program, as well as students of Komaba-campus considering the Department of Materials Engineering who are interested in our research and materials science. Please contact Mizoguchi by email.