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

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DEPARTMENTOFCHEMISTRYANDMATERIALSDepartment of Chemistry and Materials (Applied Chemistry Course)FacultySHINSHU UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MASTER’S PROGRAM029Chemiluminescence is a phenomenon where the energy of chemical reactions is emitted in the form of light. If we manipulate the chemistry in a system in order to take advantage of chemiluminescence, we can detect many substances and also measure the interactions between molecules. In this way, we are using chemical reactions to make useful research.Research on new applications of chemiluminescenceWe are making luminous nano-carbons to be used as bio-imaging materials by controlling parameters such as the size, shape and surface chemical structure of the nano-carbons, and the types of bonds and the structural defects in the nano-carbons.Development of luminous nano-carbonsChemistry deals with the control of atoms and molecules, which allows the creation of functional materials that will make our dreams come true.MasakiMuraiStarted in 2013 / Dr. Suzuki's LabMy current research project involves polymer fine particles. My research has become more specialized since I became a post-graduate student compared to when I was an undergraduate student. I frequently spend my time discussing research with the senior and younger members of my lab while I make my research. Not everything always goes perfectly in my research and there are times when I don`t get the results I want. However, I am still able to enjoy everyday to its fullest, thanks to my good colleagues.In this course, we teach the chemical knowledge and processes needed to create new and functional materials, the way to solve the energy and natural resource problems, and the ability to innovate technology and the way people live. RecentCareerPathsA colloidal crystal can be made by using the electrophoretic sedimentation method to create layers of polymer particles (radius of approx. 250 nm). Below left is an electron microscope photo that shows a single crystal with a thickness of 38 µm. 315 layers were formed in 30 minutes. A face-centered cubic lattice was achieved. The right photo shows that the crystal appears to be colored differently if the light is shone onto it at different angles, a phenomenon due to the Bragg reflection. This is the most important characteristic of a photonic crystal.Fabrication of colloid crystals with the aim of achieving photonic crystals We aim to develop highly efficient and highly selective organic catalysts and organic reactions, so that we can create useful organic molecules based on the chemical properties of atoms. Development of highly efficient and highly selective synthetic organic reactionsA polymer fine particle is a nano-sized material that cannot be seen by the naked eye. We have achieved to control the surface and internal structure of polymer fine particles, allowing them to order and assemble as if they had their own will. This technology shows the potential to be used as next-generation optical functional materials.Self-assembly of polymer nanoparticles Tsutomu Ishiwatari, ProfessorPolymer Chemistry, Colloid Chemistry, NanochemistryResearch using organic and inorganic complex systems to control the shape, size and arrangement of nano-particles and their binding process.Fujio Okino, ProfessorInorganic Material Science focusing on Carbon MaterialsResearch involving the structure, physical properties and applications of carbon materials.Kunihiro Hamada, ProfessorStaining Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Dye ChemistryResearch involving the synthesis of dyes and auxiliary agents, the investigation of their physical properties, and the determination of the effect of dyes to fibers and the dyeing mechanism. Jiro Motoyoshiya, ProfessorOrganic Chemistry and Organic PhotochemistryResearch on fluorescent materials that show functionality and chemiluminescence by using organic chemistry. Daisuke Suzuki, Associate ProfessorPolymer Chemistry, Colloid and Interface ScienceDevelopment of new self-assembly methods of functional polymer fine particles, particularly stimuli-responsive polymer gel micro-particles. Tetsuya Tanigami, Associate ProfessorColloid Chemistry and Polymer ChemistryResearch on the structure and physical properties of colloid crystal with the aim of creating photonic crystals.Yoshinori Nishii, Associate ProfessorSynthetic Organic Chemistry, Organic Reaction Chemistry and Natural Products Organic ChemistryThe development of new organic reactions, the synthesis of bioactive substances, and the isolation and synthesis of fish pheromones.Yasushi Nomura, Associate ProfessorQuantum ChemistryTheoretical research on the electronic state of conjugate molecules.Tetsuya Fujimoto, Associate ProfessorSynthetic Organic ChemistryResearch on the development of new asymmetric organic catalysts and synthetic organic reactions.Cathy McNamee,Associate ProfessorColloid and Interface ScienceInvestigation of the physico-chemical properties of surfaces in liquids and the interaction forces and friction between surfaces.Masashi Watanabe, Associate ProfessorMicroscopic Structuring of Polymer SurfacesDevelopment of methods to fabricate microscopic structures on the surface of polymers and other materials and the applications of these materials. Yoshiyuki Hattori, Associate ProfessorNanocarbonResearch and development of materials based on nanocarbons for luminescence, adsorption and energy storage applications. Yuichi Hirata, Associate ProfessorFunctional Separation Membrane and Barrier MaterialsResearch on the transfer phenomenon of gas, vapor and solute through polymer membranes.Kao, Unitika, Sekisui Plastics, Gunze, Kureha, YONEX, Shikibo, Nisshinbo Holdings, Fujibo Holdings, Sanyo Chemical Industries, Permelec Electrode , Shinano Kenshi, NOF, Taiyo Nippon Sanso, Chubu Electric Power, Nagano Keiki, Nissin Kogyo, Shinko Electric Industries, Tamagawa Seiki, Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Hitachi Systems & Services, Hino Motors, Nissan Motor, Kobe Steel, YKK, Toshiba

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