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• Supply Chain Management
• Complex Networks
• Agent-based Modeling
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Tomomi Kito is a Professor (non-tenure-track) at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Creative Science and Engineering, Waseda University. She previously held positions as Associate Professor at Waseda University (2018-2023), Assistant Professor at University of Tsukuba (2015-2018), Senior Research Fellow at University of Oxford's Cabdyn Complexity Center (2013-2015), and Assistant Professor at The University of Tokyo (2012-2015). Dr. Kito earned her Ph.D. in Engineering from The University of Tokyo. Her academic journey includes research positions at prestigious institutions including University of Oxford's Saïd Business School (2008-2011) and The University of Tokyo's Research into Artifacts, Center for Engineering (2008). Dr. Kito's research focuses on the intersection of complex systems, supply chain management, and business strategy. Her work employs network science and agent-based modeling to understand the emergent properties of industrial ecosystems, particularly in the automotive sector. She investigates how firm strategies, product characteristics, and geographic factors shape supply network structures and their resilience. Her current research explores the heterogeneity of supply networks, corporate portfolio strategies, and urban transportation networks using big data analytics and network science approaches. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding supply network complexity through empirical analysis of real-world data. Dr. Kito's work bridges theoretical network science with practical business applications, particularly in manufacturing and automotive industries. She has developed methodologies for analyzing industrial clusters, supply network resilience, and firm interdependencies using complex network theory. Dr. Kito has secured multiple research grants from Japanese funding agencies including the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. Her current projects include 'Modeling and empirical analysis of emergent principles of diversity and heterogeneity in social networks' and 'Development of a general-purpose dynamic model of supply networks and its verification by simulation.' She actively supervises graduate students through various seminars and thesis guidance in Strategic Management for Value Creation and Management Design at Waseda University's Graduate School of Creative Science and Engineering. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on Production Management, Global Production Systems, and Business Design.

• Disaster Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Risk Management
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Tetsuya Torayashiki is an Assistant Professor at Waseda University's Center for Data Science, specializing in disaster management, business continuity planning, and resilience research. With extensive experience across multiple Japanese institutions including Tohoku University and University of Hyogo, his work bridges academic research with practical applications in disaster risk reduction. Education Background: 2012.04 - 2015.03: Doctoral Course, Graduate School of Societal Safety Sciences, Kansai University 2010.04 - 2012.03: Master Course, Graduate School of Societal Safety Sciences, Kansai University 2006.04 - 2010.03: Faculty of Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Kansai University Torayashiki's research focuses on understanding how businesses and communities can better prepare for and recover from disasters. His work spans economic statistics, business administration, social systems engineering, and disaster prevention engineering. He has made significant contributions to understanding public-private partnerships during disasters, business continuity management, and the challenges of stranded commuters during major seismic events. His research often examines lessons from the Great East Japan Earthquake and applies them to prepare for future disasters like the anticipated Nankai Trough earthquake. His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on practical disaster management solutions, with recent work examining temporary shelter planning for stranded commuters, business continuity during power outages, and the effectiveness of public-private disaster response partnerships. His research combines quantitative analysis with field studies to develop actionable insights for policymakers and businesses. Scientific Awards: 2023 Regional Security Society Annual Outstanding Paper Award 2024 Regional Security Society Encouragement award 2021 Institute of Social Safety Science (ISSS) BCAOO 2019 International Institute of Disaster Science, Northeastern University Excellent Poster Award 2017 Tohoku University-affiliated research institute consortium Winner Torayashiki has secured multiple research grants from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including current projects on quantifying resilience as a transformative force (2025-2030) and assessing post-disaster industrial recovery support methods. He actively contributes to policy development through committee memberships with organizations like the Regional Security Society and the Natural Disaster Research Council. As part of the Waseda University Center for Data Science, he leads research on applying data science methodologies to disaster management challenges and contributes to the Regional Safety Academy Summer School program, which trains the next generation of disaster management professionals.

• Software
• Intelligent informatics
• Control and system engineering
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Professor Shigeru Fujimura is affiliated with Waseda University as a faculty member of the Faculty of Science and Engineering , specifically in the Graduate School of Information, Production, and Systems . With a PhD in Engineering from Waseda University, his research focuses on intelligent informatics and system engineering , particularly in scheduling, optimization, and human-robot collaboration. His research spans multiple domains including: Deep Reinforcement Learning for combinatorial optimization Energy-efficient manufacturing systems Multi-agent collaboration frameworks Augmented Reality interfaces IoT business modeling Recent publications demonstrate expertise in graph neural networks , particle swarm optimization , and generative adversarial networks applied to industrial problems. He has received multiple awards including the Invention Encouragement Prize (2003) and IEEJ Paper Presentation Award (1994) .

• Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning
• Learning Science
• Collaborative Learning Support Systems
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Toshio Mochizuki is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Human Sciences and a Part-time Lecturer at Senshu University's School of Network and Information. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to educational technology and learning sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from The Graduate University for Advanced Studies and a Master's degree from Keio University. 2000-2002: Master's in Policy and Media, Keio University Graduate School of Media and Governance 2002-2004: Ph.D. in Cultural Science, The Graduate University for Advanced Studies, Department of Cyber Society and Culture 2000: Bachelor's in Environment and Information Studies, Keio University Mochizuki's research focuses on Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) , exploring how technology can facilitate effective collaboration and learning. His work particularly examines perspective-taking in educational contexts, developing innovative systems like tangible puppetry for microteaching simulations. He investigates how learners can better regulate their collaborative processes through emergent division of labor and co-regulation mechanisms. His research bridges educational theory with practical applications, focusing on creating learning environments that foster both social and cognitive development. An analysis of Mochizuki's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on emergent division of labor , perspective-taking , and co-regulation in collaborative learning environments. His work increasingly incorporates advanced technologies like holographic agents and tangible interfaces to support learning processes. A significant portion of his research addresses challenges in the "post-truth" era, focusing on developing students' abilities to evaluate evidence and engage with conflicting information. His publications consistently appear in top learning sciences venues, demonstrating his influence in the field. Human Agent Interaction 2019 Best Poster Award CSCL2009 Best Technology Design Paper Award ED-MEDIA 2008 Outstanding Paper Award and Outstanding Poster Award Japan Society for Science Education Outstanding Paper Award (2008) Japan Society for Educational Technology Best Paper Award (2005) Japan Society for Educational Technology Outstanding Young Researcher Award (2004) Mochizuki has served in various committee memberships, including as guidance advisor for multiple high schools in Kanagawa Prefecture, focusing on ICT integration and educational curriculum development. He has been actively involved with professional organizations including the International Society of the Learning Sciences (serving as Membership Committee Co-Chair), Japan Society for Educational Technology (as board member and International Committee Chair), and several other academic societies. His work extends to media coverage where he has contributed insights on remote education implementation during the pandemic. Mochizuki leads the "mochi-lab" research group, focusing on collaborative learning systems and educational technology development. His team has created several innovative learning tools including EduceBoard (a tangible puppetry system for teaching simulation), LiveScreenBoard (a desktop sharing tool), and various software applications supporting argumentative reading and writing. Current research directions include the development of holographic agents to facilitate collaborative discussions and systems for supporting critical information literacy in the post-truth era.

• Intelligent Informatics
• Computer Systems
• Agent-based Systems
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Takahiro Uchiya serves as Professor at Nagoya Institute of Technology, holding dual appointments in the Department of Information Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and the Information Technology Center. His academic leadership spans agent-oriented knowledge engineering and intelligent informatics, with recent focus on disaster response robotics and multi-agent systems development. Uchiya completed his academic foundation at Tohoku University through a rigorous progression: Bachelor of Engineering, Faculty of Engineering (1999) Master of Information Science, Graduate School of Information Science (2001) Doctor of Information Science, Graduate School of Information Science (2004) His research centers on agent-oriented knowledge representation, problem solving, and acquisition techniques, with significant extensions into cyber society software platforms and social knowledge applications. Recent investigations reveal a pronounced shift toward practical disaster management solutions, including robot-guided evacuation systems and BLE-based positioning technologies. This trajectory demonstrates consistent innovation in translating theoretical multi-agent frameworks into real-world emergency response tools. Uchiya's scientific contributions have earned recognition including the BWCCA2024 Best Paper Award and IEEE CES West Japan Chapter Young Researcher Award. His award portfolio spans both Japanese and international venues, reflecting broad scholarly impact. Through committee roles in the Information Processing Society of Japan and Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers, Uchiya actively shapes academic discourse. His societal engagement manifests in developing voice dialogue systems for elderly care and robotics programming workshops for schoolchildren, bridging academic research with community needs through events like Science Agora 2018.

• Green Infrastructure
• Inclusive City
• Urban Sustainability
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Tetsuya Yaguchi is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Creative Science and Engineering, Department of Architecture. With over 20 years of professional experience as an architect and urban designer working on international projects across the United States, Asia, and Middle East countries, he brings extensive practical knowledge to his academic role. He is a registered architect in both Japan and California, and serves on multiple urban planning committees for Tokyo's Adachi, Minato, and Shinjuku wards as well as other municipalities. Dr. Yaguchi earned his Doctor of Architecture from Waseda University in 2020, following a Master of Urban Design from the University of California at Berkeley (2001-2002), graduate studies at Tokyo Institute of Technology (1993-1995), and undergraduate studies at Tokyo University of Science (1989-1993). Before joining Waseda University in 2016, he worked at prominent firms including EDAW/AECOM as Associate Principal, BMS Design Group (now Page), Kaplan McLaughlin Diaz Architects, and Kajima Corporation. His research focuses on understanding the physical, social, ecological and technological systems of cities to create sustainable and inclusive urban environments. Key research areas include: Green Infrastructure for urban stormwater management and flood mitigation in tropical cities Universal Design principles for accessible urban spaces and assistive technologies Urban Agriculture and local food systems integration in metropolitan areas Pre-Disaster Community Planning and inclusive disaster preparedness games Waterfront regeneration in the context of climate change Social media analysis for understanding urban landscape perception Dr. Yaguchi's scholarly work demonstrates a strong focus on practical applications of urban design theory to address contemporary challenges. His recent publications reveal a methodological diversity including multi-agent simulation, spatial analysis of social media data, and community-based participatory research. His work often centers on Asian cities, particularly Bangkok, Phnom Penh, and Tokyo, examining how urban systems can be made more resilient and inclusive through innovative design approaches. His significant contributions to the field have been recognized with several prestigious awards: Urban Design Award (2018.12) from the American Institute of Architects Japan Chapter for the Thousand Islands Tourism Master Plan Pavilion @ Utica Junction, Roseville, MI (2017.04) from the Roseville Downtown Development Authority PCBC Gold Nugget Award (2013.05) Focused Issue Planning Award (2008) from the American Planning Association, California Chapter for San Leandro TOD Dr. Yaguchi actively teaches across multiple levels at Waseda University, offering courses in City Planning, Architectural Design, Environmental Aspects of Buildings and Cities, and Regenerative Design of the Built Environment. His current research projects, funded by organizations like the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and the River Foundation, focus on green infrastructure assessment, riverfront development, and accessible housing environments. He serves as Director of the Institute of Urban and Regional Studies (2021-2025) and is a concurrent researcher at the Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering and the Waseda Center for a Carbon Neutral Society. His laboratory, the Yaguchi Lab (http://www.yaguchilab.arch.waseda.ac.jp/), brings together students and researchers to explore innovative approaches to urban design challenges. The lab's work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, often collaborating with municipal governments and community organizations to implement sustainable urban solutions.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Biomaterials
• Artificial Blood Substitutes
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Shinji Takeoka is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering and School of Advanced Science and Engineering, with over 30 years of academic leadership in biomedical engineering and biomaterials. His research focuses on artificial blood substitutes , liposome-based drug delivery , and nanosheet biomedical devices , achieving 359 publications and h-index 64 (Google Scholar). Key Research Areas: Artificial platelet formulations (H12-(ADP)-liposomes) Nanosheet scaffolds for stem cell spheroids Flexible biomedical sensors and implantable devices Scientific Achievements: Okuma Memorial Academic Award (2011) Developed oxygen measurement methods for fine bubble dispersions Engineered microreactors and temperature-responsive immunosorbent assays His work bridges biomaterials science and clinical hemostasis , with significant translational potential for trauma care and regenerative medicine.

• Methane Hydrate Research
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (IOR/EOR)
• Petroleum Engineering
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Yuchen Liu serves as Assistant Professor at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in Earth Resource Engineering with emphasis on methane hydrate research and petroleum extraction technologies. Holding a Ph.D. from Waseda University and Master of Engineering from Tokyo Institute of Technology, Dr. Liu leads innovative research bridging geotechnical engineering with petroleum applications. Dr. Liu's academic foundation includes: Ph.D. (Waseda University) Master of Engineering (Tokyo Institute of Technology) Research focuses on developing stabilization methods for methane hydrate reservoirs using soil improvement agents, enhanced oil recovery techniques, and sand production countermeasures. Current investigations examine the heterogeneity and anisotropy of grout bodies in methane hydrate reservoirs, decomposition gas behavior during stabilization processes, and development of advanced experimental apparatus for reservoir characterization. The research program addresses critical challenges in methane hydrate resource development and conventional oil production. Publication trends reveal a strategic progression from fundamental soil mechanics research to applied petroleum engineering solutions, with recent emphasis on cement-based grout applications for enhanced oil recovery, three-dimensional reservoir visualization systems, and methane hydrate stabilization technologies. These works demonstrate strong industry relevance and methodological innovation in experimental design. Dr. Liu received the prestigious 66th Japan Association for Petroleum Technology Award (Encouragement Award) in 2022 for groundbreaking research on methane hydrate layer stabilization. Professional activities include lead and corresponding authorship on numerous publications, development of specialized experimental equipment for petroleum engineering education, and active supervision of research projects funded by organizations like the Arai Science and Technology Foundation. Current teaching responsibilities encompass multiple laboratory courses in basic science and engineering experiments. Dr. Liu directs a specialized research laboratory focused on methane hydrate stabilization, operating multiple custom-designed experimental systems including three-dimensional reservoir sweep micromodel visualization devices, core pressure injection units, and water tank experimental apparatus specifically engineered for studying grout material applications in hydrate-bearing formations.

• Speech Science
• Spoken Dialogue Systems
• Human-Agent / Human-Robot Interaction
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Hideaki Kikuchi is a Professor at Waseda University’s Faculty of Human Sciences, Japan, holding a Ph.D. in Information Science from the same university. He specializes in speech science, spoken dialogue systems, and human-agent interaction, with extensive work on prosody, infant-directed speech, and real-time MRI articulatory analysis. Education: Ph.D. (Information Science), Waseda University Research Interests: His research spans Speech Science , Spoken Dialogue Systems , Human-Agent Interaction , Kansei Informatics , Intelligent Informatics , and Language Acquisition . He investigates empathic dialogue generation, prosodic entrainment, infant speech development, and multimodal communication robots. Publications Trend: Recent articles focus on user empathy toward dialogue systems, linguistic alignment in chat-oriented robots, real-time MRI visualization of articulation, and developmental phonetic studies in Japanese children, indicating a strong emphasis on both technological innovation and cognitive speech science. Awards: Information Processing Society of Japan, 53rd National Convention Excellence Award (1996) Grants & Projects: JSPS KAKENHI "Real-time MRI database of articulatory movements of Japanese" (2020-2024) JSPS KAKENHI "Development of protocol of effective social work interview for older adults with dementia" (2019-2022) VR orality factors project (2017-2020) Labs & Teams: He leads the Speech & Interaction Research Group within Waseda’s Faculty of Human Sciences, collaborating with interdisciplinary members on spoken corpora, dialogue systems, and multimodal interaction experiments.

• Systems Theory
• Agent-based Simulation
• Soft Systems Approach
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Professor Shingo Takahashi is a distinguished academic at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Creative Science and Engineering, specializing in complex systems analysis. With a Doctor of Science degree from Tokyo Institute of Technology, he has established himself as a leading researcher in systems theory, agent-based simulation, and soft systems approaches applied to social and organizational contexts. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications across multiple domains including urban planning, healthcare systems, organizational behavior, and innovation management. Dr. Takahashi's research interests span Systems Theory, Agent-based Simulation, Soft Systems Approach, Social Systems Engineering, and Safety Engineering. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding complex interactions within social systems through computational modeling approaches. He has developed sophisticated agent-based models to analyze organizational learning, consumer behavior in medical insurance markets, urban development processes, and innovation diffusion mechanisms. His methodological contributions include the development of scenario analysis techniques for validating agent-based social simulations and the creation of frameworks for modeling micro-macro linkages in complex systems. His recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a continued evolution of his research toward practical applications in societal challenges, including urban development simulations, consensus-building processes, and policy design for sustainable societies. The papers demonstrate increasing sophistication in modeling techniques, with a particular emphasis on causal structure analysis, conflict-of-interest mapping, and evaluating synthetic population data for virtual city planning. His work maintains strong connections between theoretical frameworks and practical implementation across diverse domains. Outstanding Paper Award (2024) from the Society of Instrument and Control Engineers for research on similarity measurement indexes in urban development simulation Honorable Mention Paper (2022) from the International Simulation and Gaming Association for work on conflict-of-interest structures in consensus-building processes Professor Takahashi leads multiple significant research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including 'Deepening understanding of business phenomena by combining agent-based simulation and business theory' (2025-2029) and 'Normative Analysis of Diversity of Disruptive Innovation Processes by Agent-Based Model' (2023-2027). His work on modeling methods for social simulation that don't rely on big data demonstrates his commitment to developing robust methodologies applicable to contexts where quantitative data is limited. His research has been consistently supported by major funding bodies, reflecting the significance and impact of his contributions to the field.

• systems science
• adaptive networks
• social networks
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Hiroki Sayama is a Professor (non-tenure-track) at Binghamton University, State University of New York and holds a concurrent position as SUNY Distinguished Professor since 2024. He previously served as Professor at Waseda University (2018-2024) and has held academic roles at institutions including University of Electro-Communications and Nagoya University. His work spans systems science , adaptive networks , and computational social science . His research focuses on complex systems, network analysis, and modeling of social dynamics. Key areas include opinion dynamics , collective behavior , and artificial life , with recent work on swarm systems and multilayer networks . Awards include the 2025 Academic Impact Award and multiple best paper/poster recognitions from conferences like NetSci and AOM. His contributions to public health include modeling COVID-19 hospitalization forecasts and transportation impacts on healthcare outcomes . In artificial life , he has explored cellular automata and self-reproduction mechanisms . His methodological innovations include network-based phase space analysis and matrix-weighted network models .

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Nanometer-scale Chemistry
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Takehiko Hihara is Professor in the Department of Physical Engineering at Nagoya Institute of Technology, specializing in nanotechnology and materials science for energy applications. His research focuses on solid-state ionics, thin film engineering, and functional materials development. He received his academic training at Tohoku University: Master of Engineering, Tohoku University (1995) Doctor of Engineering, Tohoku University (1995) Hihara's research spans nanometer-scale chemistry, surface science, and metallic/inorganic materials. His current work emphasizes solid electrolytes for battery technologies, investigating ion conduction mechanisms and interfacial stability in novel materials systems. This includes fundamental studies of defect chemistry in antiperovskite compounds and applied development of composite electrolytes. His recent publications (2023-2024) reveal concentrated efforts in sodium-ion conduction, halide-based solid electrolytes, and flexible battery architectures. The work bridges fundamental materials characterization with practical energy storage applications, particularly in all-solid-state battery systems. He has received multiple professional recognitions: Outstanding Poster Award, Japan Institute of Metals (2023) Outstanding Poster Award, Japan Institute of Metals (2022) 53rd Paper Award, Japan Institute of Copper (2019) Best Poster Award, China-Japan Battery Seminar (2018) Outstanding Poster Award, Japan Institute of Metals (2016) Hihara has secured significant research funding including the MEXT Nanotechnology Platform project (2012-2023) as principal investigator and commissioned research from Meijo University (2016-2017). His patent portfolio demonstrates strong industry collaboration in battery materials development. He maintains active participation in professional societies including the Japan Physical Society, Japan Iron and Steel Institute, and Nano Society, regularly presenting at national and international conferences.

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• Intelligent Informatics
• Database Systems
• Theoretical Informatics
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Nobuhiro Inuzuka is a Professor in the Department of Information Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Nagoya Institute of Technology, specializing in intelligent informatics and data-driven applications. His research integrates theoretical informatics with practical implementations across diverse domains including social networks, robotics, and human behavior analysis. Education: Doctor of Engineering, Nagoya Institute of Technology Master of Engineering, Nagoya Institute of Technology His research focuses on intelligent informatics with emphases on machine learning for social network analysis, safe reinforcement learning, and data mining applications. Key areas include developing algorithms for community behavior modeling, martial arts evaluation systems using sensor data, and recommender systems incorporating social dynamics. His work bridges theoretical computer science with real-world implementations in counseling systems and robotics. Recent publications (2024) demonstrate consistent innovation in applying machine learning to complex human-centric problems, particularly in social network dynamics, safe robotics navigation, and evaluation systems that replicate human judgment. Trends show increasing integration of multi-relational data mining with reinforcement learning frameworks across retail analytics, sports science, and mental health informatics. Scientific Awards: 2019 JSAI National Conference Excellent Award 2013 IPSJ National Conference Student Encouragement Award 2011-2010 Information Science Workshop Awards (multiple) 1996 Tokai Branch Electrical Societies Encouragement Award Professor Inuzuka has secured significant research funding including a 4-year Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) on human relationship analysis algorithms (2015-2019) and multiple JST programs for data mining applications. His student advisees have received national recognition including the IPSJ Student Encouragement Award. Current projects focus on scientific methodology development for student counseling and knowledge discovery systems. He leads research within Nagoya Institute of Technology's Creative Engineering-Education Promotion Center, directing teams that develop data analysis systems for social networks, martial arts evaluation, and evacuation planning. His laboratory combines theoretical informatics with practical implementations using multi-relational data mining and machine learning frameworks.

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• Game Theory
• Experimental Economics
• Collective Intelligence Design
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Ryuichiro Ishikawa is a Professor at the Faculty of International Research and Education, Waseda University , and a Visiting Researcher at the University of Tokyo. His research focuses on Game Theory , Experimental Economics , and Collective Intelligence Design , with a particular emphasis on asset market bubbles, mechanism design, and the economics of information. He has received accolades such as the Best Paper Award (2011) and the Education Contribution Award (2009) . Research Interests : Game theory, experimental asset markets, bounded rationality, epistemic logic, mechanism design, and collective intelligence. Key Projects : Analyzed how heterogeneous beliefs and cognitive abilities affect market dynamics, designed protocols for consensus-building in communication, and explored the role of higher-order beliefs in strategic decision-making. Awards : Best Paper Award, 12th International Conference on Global Business and Economic Development (SGBED), 2011 Education Contribution Award, University of Tsukuba, 2009 Publications : Authored 17 papers, including studies on asset market bubbles, dynamic game logic, and inductive learning theory, with citations on Scopus (129) and Google Scholar (375).

• Evolutionary Political Science
• Japanese Politics
• Political Psychology
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Tomonori Morikawa is a full Professor at Waseda University’s School of International Liberal Studies, Faculty of International Research and Education. He specializes in Evolutionary Political Science and Japanese Politics, integrating computational modeling and behavioral data to explore cooperation, conflict, and political cognition. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Oregon M.A. in International Studies, University of Oregon M.A. in Political Science, Boston University B.A., Waseda University Research Focus: Morikawa’s work centers on the evolution of political intelligence—so-called “Machiavellian intelligence”—and its role in fostering cooperation under social dilemmas. Using game-theoretic simulations and content analyses (e.g., kamikaze diaries), he demonstrates how sophisticated cognitive capacities for deception detection, trust calibration, and strategic sacrifice can evolve and sustain cooperative societies even amid intense conflict. Publication Trends: His refereed articles in American Political Science Review , Political Psychology , and British Journal of Political Science apply evolutionary reasoning to suicide terrorism, voter knowledge, and the cognitive prerequisites of strategic games, bridging political psychology, biology, and international relations. Awards & Grants: John Baldek Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence, 1993 Multiple JSPS KAKENHI grants on “Machiavellian Intelligence” and conflict (2010-2013, 2005-2008) Teaching & Service: In 2025 he teaches seven courses—including “Introduction to Political Science,” “Public Choice Theory and Japanese Politics,” and advanced seminars on governance—while maintaining an affiliation with Waseda’s Global Education Center and membership in the American Political Science Association.