Guide to Graduate School of Science and Technology, Shinshu University 2015

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Investigating the mysteries in the vast space-time continuum and matter from the past to the future, from macroscopic to microscopic phenomenaDEPARTMENTOFMATERIALSCIENCESDepartment of Material Sciences (Physics)FacultyThis department aims to research theoretically and experimentally into the real nature of our world in various scales of time and space, including the formation history of the universe from the big bang, fundamental properties of substances that form our world, and elementary particles.Tohru Takeshita, ProfessorElementary Particle Physics Lab WorksInvestigations into elementary particles using accelerators, experimental research on elementary particle interactions, and research and development of equipment for this researchYoji Hasegawa, Associate ProfessorElementary Particle Physics Lab WorksExperimental research on elementary particle physics using particle accelerators and research and development of radiation detectorsSatoru Odake, ProfessorElementary Particle Theories and Mathematical PhysicsSolvable models, infinite-dimensional symmetries, and string theory (Latest theme: solvable quantum mechanical systems of one degree of freedom)Mitsuo Takeda, ProfessorCondensed Matter Physics (Optical Physics and Ferroelectrics)Research on controlling interaction between artificially constructed materials, like metamaterials, and electromagnetic wavesChihiro Kato, Associate ProfessorPhysics on Acceleration and Propagation of Cosmic RaysResearch on the relationship between the mechanism of how cosmic rays obtain their energy and plasmatic phenomenaHisashi Shimizu, Associate ProfessorCondensed Matter Theories and Computational PhysicsResearch on phrase transitions by using computer simulation and calculation of electronic structure in solidsKazumi Okuyama,Associate ProfessorElementary Particle TheoriesSuperstring theory, M-theory, and supersymmetric gauge theoryYoshiharu Kawamura, ProfessorElementary Particle PhysicsResearch on undiscovered physical laws overriding the standard model of elementary particlesKazuoki Munakata, ProfessorCosmic Ray PhysicsResearch on the space weather based on cosmic ray observations and research on the comic ray anisotropiesYasushi Amako, ProfessorMagnetophysics (Lab Works)Fundamental research on new functional materials, such as compounds of metals including rare earth elements and ferromagnetic shape memory materialsMiho Nakashima, Associate ProfessorCondensed Matter Physics (Lab Works)Magnetism and superconductivity of compounds including rare earth elements or actinoidsFumiaki Miyamaru, Associate ProfessorOptical Condensed Matter PhysicsResearch and development of novel devices with optical functionality in terahertz regionYosuke Nakata, Assistant ProfessorMetamaterials in the Terahertz Frequency RangeI'm studying extraordinary propagation of electromagnetic waves in terahertz metamaterials.Hiromichi Adachi, Associate ProfessorCondensed Matter PhysicsGeneral research on magnetic materials and research on interaction between X-rays and magnetic Masahiko Higuchi, ProfessorCondensed Matter TheoriesTheoretical research on superconductivity, magnetism, electron correlation, and optical response by employing first-principles methodologyToru Misawa, Associate ProfessorObservational AstrologyResearch on properties of quasars, intergalactic medium, and interstellar medium by means of absorption linesToshiba, JFE Engineering, Fujitsu Systems East, Hitachi Systems, The Hachijuni Bank, Ibiden, Rubycon, NEC, Akebono Brake Industry, Tokyo Electron, Cosina, Hochiki, Mizuho Information & Research Institute, NTT Data, Nidec, Denso, Fujikura, Toyota Industries, senior high school teacher (Shizuoka Prefecture), Kyoto Prefectural Board of Education, Gunma University, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, Gunma Prefectural Government, Shinshu UniversitySolving the mysteries of various magnetic phenomenaWe conduct research on space weather by using cosmic-ray monitors set up in four countries and the observation of high-energy cosmic rays by using an air shower detector array situated in Tibet (collaborative research with the Institute for Cosmic Ray Research, the University of Tokyo). We have succeeded in discovering the possibility of the "space weather forecast", observation of the cosmic-ray anisotropies with world-class accuracy, and, recently, observation of the "shadow of the sun".Observing the universe with cosmic raysElementary particle physics is the study of investigating the ultimate vision of matter and the nature of time and space by researching elementary particles, i.e., the smallest constituents of matter, and their interactions, i.e., forces acting on each other among particles. Since everything from microscopic objects to the universe, or nature, consists of particles, space, and time, elementary particle physics deals with investigating the general principles that rule the world. On the foundation of quantum theory, the theory of relativity, and the quantum field theory, we employ various methodologies and ideas for theoretical research on the standard model, the grand unification theory, models with supersymmetry, models using extra dimensions, theories on the early universe, quantum gravity, superstring theory, M-theory, supersymmetric gauge theory, solvable models, and solvable quantum mechanical systems.Probing the general principles of natureNow, we can create artificial materials that reveal obscure optical responses we have never seen in materials existing in nature. These materials are called metamaterials and are created with microscopic structures smaller than the wavelength of light (several hundred nanometers or less). We aim Realizing unprecedented optical functionsMASTER’S PROGRAM OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 14 DEPARTMENTS012to realize optical functional components, such as invisible cloaks, optical devices with superconvergence, and ultra-thin-film lenses, that have never been achieved with conventional technologies.Compounds with rare earth metals or transition metals exhibit not only ferromagnetism, the property of magnets, but also other various properties and phenomena. We research the origin of magnetism in these compounds by using measuring methodologies employing magnetization, nuclear magnetic resonance, Mössbauer effect, electrical resistance, high pressure application, and so on. Understanding magnetism is an important step toward designing useful magnetic materials, such as strong magnets, magnetic recording, and magnetic refrigeration materials. In addition, recently, it has been discovered that magnetism plays an important role in the occurrence mechanism of superconductivity, which thought to coexist with magnetic phenomena. The relationship between magnetism and superconductivity is an important research theme on discovering the occurrence mechanism of superconductivity.HirokiMoritaStarted in 2013 /Dr. Takeda's and Dr. Miyamaru's LabSince I entered graduate school, I've spent most of my time in my lab working on novel research based on the knowledge and ideas I had previously learned. Solving many problems and achieving results are really the pleasure of research. After completing the master's course, whether going on further to the doctoral course or stepping out into the world as a corporate employee, regarding what we learned in the graduate school, nothing will be wasted. Come to our graduate school and learn the essence of science.RecentCareerPaths

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