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• Architectural planning
• City planning
• Urban design
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Keigo Kobayashi is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Creative Science and Engineering, Department of Architecture. He has served in this position since 2016, previously holding the rank of Assistant Professor from 2012 to 2016. His professional journey includes significant experience at the Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA) in Rotterdam, where he worked as a Senior Architect and Project Architect from 2007 to 2012. His educational background includes a Master of Architecture II from Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (2005), a Master of Architecture from Waseda University's Graduate School of Science and Engineering (2003), and a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Waseda University's School of Science and Engineering (2002). Kobayashi's research focuses on architectural planning and city planning, with particular interests in food-related architecture, spatial behavior, and sustainable design. His work explores the intersection of architecture with everyday life, examining how spatial configurations influence human behavior and community formation. Recent research has investigated food systems in urban contexts, playful approaches to spatial design, and the relationship between architectural form and environmental performance. His publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of architectural theory, with projects spanning from food truck design in Shodoshima to zero-energy housing solutions and innovative approaches to architectural education. His work shows a consistent interest in how architecture can respond to contemporary social challenges while maintaining theoretical rigor. Excellence in Concrete Construction Award 2019, American Concrete Institute (ACI), Qatar National Library / OMA Kobayashi actively contributes to architectural education through various committee memberships, including serving as Chief of the Subcommittee on Strategies for International Compatibility in Architectural Education at the Architectural Institute of Japan and leading the Caberra Accord Correspondence Subcommittee at the Japan Accreditation Board for Engineering Education. His teaching portfolio at Waseda University is extensive, covering architectural design studios from undergraduate to doctoral levels. He leads several research initiatives, including the Wakusei Project in Tosa, Kochi, NPO PLAT (Platform for Architectural Thinking), and the European Thinkbelt/McDonald's Radio University project which represents an innovative approach to architectural education and community engagement, particularly in contexts of migration and cultural exchange.

• Entrepreneurship
• International Business
• Strategic Management
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Akie Iriyama is a Professor at the Graduate School of Business and Finance, Waseda University, with affiliations to the Faculty of Commerce and Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering. Their research bridges practical and theoretical aspects of entrepreneurship, international business, and strategic management. Education: PhD, University of Pittsburgh, Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business M.A. and B.A., Keio University, Tokyo, Japan Research Focus: Globalization of venture capital and transnational technical communities Strategic responses to informal and foreign rivals in emerging markets Equity ownership dynamics in international joint ventures Technology sourcing and real options theory in MNC subsidiaries Paper Trends: Recent publications analyze competitive actions in non-market spaces, reverse technology transfer mechanisms, and equity ownership evolution in international partnerships. Common themes include cross-border knowledge flows, strategic paradoxes in outsourcing, and institutional factors shaping innovation. Scientific Awards: Waseda University Teaching Award (2016) Best paper award nominee (Academy of Management, 2016) Dean’s Discretionary Award (SUNY Buffalo, 2010) Nominated for Haynes Prize (Academy of International Business, 2010) Nominated for Best Conference Papers (Strategic Management Society, 2008) Research Projects: Current projects include large-scale data analysis of urban startup location strategies in Japan (2020-2024) and studies on multi-partner international joint ventures.

• Japanese Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Education Policy
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Satoshi Miyazaki is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics and affiliated with the Faculty of International Research and Education . With a Ph.D. from Monash University, his work bridges Japanese language education, second language acquisition, and cross-cultural communication. Education Background: Doctor of Philosophy (Japanese Applied Linguistics) - Monash University (1997) Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics - Waseda University (1982) Research Interests focus on Japanese language pedagogy, natural acquisition mechanisms, and interactional strategies for non-native learners. His innovative use of Eye Mark Recorders (EMR) and Event-Related Potentials (ERP) has advanced understanding of cognitive processes in language learning. Recent Articles (2011-2001) reveal trends in Japanese language education reform, cross-cultural learning challenges, and technology-enhanced teaching methods. Key themes include correctional language programs for foreign inmates, immersion environments, and brain processing studies using advanced neuro-linguistic techniques. Research Projects have received continuous funding from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including prison language education programs, foreign care worker competence frameworks, and EMR-based lecture comprehension analysis. His work extends to international collaborations with institutions in Australia, the U.S., and Europe.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Multi-agent systems
• Machine learning
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Toshiharu Sugawara is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Fundamental Science and Engineering, a position he has held since April 2007. With a Ph.D. in Engineering from Waseda University, his research spans multiple domains in artificial intelligence and multi-agent systems, maintaining active collaborations across international institutions and contributing significantly to the field through numerous publications and awards. Dr. Sugawara received his BS and MS degrees in Mathematics from Waseda University in 1980 and 1982, respectively, followed by his Ph.D. in 1992. Before joining Waseda University as faculty, he worked as a Research Scientist at NTT Laboratories from 1982 to 2007, with a visiting researcher position at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1992-1993. He also held part-time lecturer positions at University of Electro-Communications (2003-2007), Waseda University (2004-2006), and Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (1990-1991). His research interests focus on artificial intelligence with particular expertise in multi-agent systems, machine learning, cooperation and coordination mechanisms, soft computing, computational social science, and social informatics. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in network management and information systems. Recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory toward interpretable multi-agent reinforcement learning, efficient path planning algorithms, and modeling social behaviors in complex networks. His research group has made significant contributions to multi-agent path finding, cooperative task execution, and understanding virtual economies in social media platforms. Dr. Sugawara has received numerous prestigious awards including multiple Best Paper Awards at JAWS conferences (2014, 2015, 2018), ACM SAC 2015, and various research paper awards from Japanese academic societies. His work on multi-agent systems has been consistently recognized for its theoretical rigor and practical impact. As an advisor, Dr. Sugawara has mentored numerous students who have become prominent researchers in their own right, with many co-authoring papers that have received awards. His laboratory maintains strong collaborations with industry partners, particularly in the areas of network management and intelligent systems. Current research directions include developing interpretable multi-agent reinforcement learning frameworks, optimizing multi-agent coordination in constrained environments, and analyzing social dynamics in virtual economies.

• Race and Utopian Studies
• American Literature
• Film Studies
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Edward K. CHAN is Professor of American Studies in Waseda University's School of Culture, Media and Society and Department of Transcultural Studies, where he has served since 2018 after holding academic positions at Aichi University, Nagoya University, and Kennesaw State University. His career demonstrates sustained transnational engagement with American cultural production through Japanese institutional frameworks. His educational trajectory includes a PhD in English from the University of Rochester (2004), MA in English from California State University, Fullerton (1993), and BA in English from the University of California, Riverside (1989). CHAN's research interrogates the racialized foundations of utopian thought, particularly examining how white nationalist movements construct utopian visions through neoliberal frameworks. His scholarship spans American literature, film studies, and transnational cultural consumption, with special focus on science fiction, dystopian narratives, and the intersection of race with family ideology. This work reveals consistent patterns in how racial hierarchies are naturalized through cultural production across historical periods. His publication trajectory demonstrates deepening engagement with white power ideology, evolving from foundational work on 1970s utopian subjectivity to contemporary analyses of neoliberal whiteness. The 2023 monograph 'White Power and American Neoliberal Culture' represents a culmination of this research arc, systematically documenting the convergence of economic restructuring and racialized utopianism in 21st-century America. His scientific recognition includes: University College Distinguished Research & Creative Activity Award (2010, Kennesaw State University) Eugenio Battisti Award for Best Article in Utopian Studies for 2006 (2007, Society for Utopian Studies) As President of the Society for Utopian Studies (2024-present), he mentors emerging scholars through international symposia like the 2024 'Utopia/Dystopia, Race, Nation' event funded by Waseda University grants. His teaching portfolio encompasses comprehensive undergraduate and graduate instruction in American literature, film studies, and postcolonial theory, with 2025 syllabi showing active course development. He currently leads the 'Racial Utopianism and Cultural Representation' research project, fostering international collaborations between Japanese and global scholars while supervising graduate research in transcultural studies through Waseda's Department of Transcultural Studies.

• Chinese Philosophy
• Ancient Chinese History
• Three Kingdoms Studies
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Professor Yoshihiro Watanabe is affiliated with Waseda University's School of Culture, Media and Society, holding a Doctorate in Literature from the University of Tsukuba. He serves as Specially Appointed Trustee for Cultural Advancement (2023-present) and Principal of Waseda Saga Junior/Senior High School (2018-present). His research focuses on Classical China's formation , Confucian philosophy , and Three Kingdoms history , with significant contributions to understanding Han Dynasty aristocracy, historical perception, and cross-cultural analysis. Key research areas include Classical Chinese historiography Major awards: 2017 Omae Memorial Academic Prize, 2002 Oriental Society Award Current projects: Interdisciplinary study of Classical China (2016-2027) Research trends show consistent focus on Three Kingdoms political/military thought Classical Chinese philosophical texts Historical narrative techniques Confucianism's role in governance Chinese-Japanese cultural exchange Comparative analysis of classical sources Scientific contributions : Author of 12 monographs including Formation of Classical China (2019) Published 51 peer-reviewed articles Principal investigator for three major grants (2005-2016) Regular media contributor for NHK programs since 2008

• 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.

• History of Europe and America
• Area studies
• Foreign language education
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Atsumi Okada is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering , specializing in History of Europe and America , Area studies , and Cultural anthropology and folklore . Her research bridges historical analysis with contemporary media studies. Doctoral research on Mexican Revolution's impact on business Extensive work on public space and disaster memory Major contributions to understanding Japanese media's portrayal of Mexico Specialist in water resource history and language education Dr. Okada's recent work focuses on 19th-century Japanese media representations of Mexico (2024), Spanish education during pandemic (2022), and Yaqui people's image construction (2020). Her publications span from 2000 to 2024 . Her academic activities include Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering (2024-2026) and International Conference presentations since 2010. She has taught Spanish language and cultural studies at multiple schools within Waseda University.

• Experimental psychology
• memory
• source monitoring
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Eriko Sugimori is an Associate Professor at the School of Human Sciences, Faculty of Human Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Education and has established herself as a prominent researcher in experimental psychology with a focus on memory processes and cognitive phenomena. Her research interests span across several key areas of experimental psychology: Memory and source monitoring processes Action and implicit memory Individual differences in cognitive processing Nostalgia and autobiographical memory Schizotypal personality traits and cognitive functioning Dr. Sugimori's work demonstrates a consistent pattern of investigating how cognitive processes interact with emotional states, social contexts, and perceptual experiences. Her research spans from basic cognitive mechanisms to applied settings in clinical, educational, and social contexts. A significant portion of her work examines how memory processes are influenced by emotional states, social interactions, and individual differences in personality traits. Among her notable achievements is the Japanese Psychological Association Excellent Paper Award received in 2006. Her research has been published in numerous high-impact journals across psychology and cognitive science. Dr. Sugimori has mentored numerous students through research projects and has been involved in various research collaborations across different institutions. Her work has received significant attention in the field, as evidenced by her 504 citations and h-index of 12 across 43 publications. She is actively involved in several professional organizations including the Japanese Society of Sport Psychology, Japanese Society of Applied Psychology, Psychonomic Society, Japanese Psychological Association, and Japanese Society of Cognitive Psychology, demonstrating her commitment to advancing psychological science across multiple subdisciplines.

• Chinese philosophy
• Indian philosophy
• Buddhist philosophy
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Professor Yuria Mori is a distinguished scholar at Waseda University's Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, specializing in Chinese religious philosophy with particular expertise in Daoism. She holds a Doctor of Literature degree from Waseda University (2020) and has served as Professor since 2004 after progressing through academic ranks from Assistant (1992) to Lecturer (1995) to Associate Professor (2000). Her research focuses on Chinese philosophy, Indian philosophy, Buddhist philosophy, and Daoism , with specific interests in Dragon-gate Lineage (Longmen pai), Quanzhen Daoism (Complete Perfection), the immortals (transcendents), and Chinese modern religious thought. Professor Mori's scholarly work demonstrates consistent engagement with Daoist textual traditions, ritual practices, and historical development across the Ming-Qing transition period. Her recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on spirit-writing culture, orthodox lineage construction, and internal alchemy practices within Daoist traditions. The pattern shows increasing specialization in Dragon-gate Lineage studies, particularly examining how figures like Min Yide and Wang Changyue constructed religious authority through textual production and ritual innovation. Her methodological approach combines close textual analysis with historical contextualization. Japan Taoism Society Award (2003.11) Professor Mori actively contributes to multiple research projects, including the ongoing Japan Society for the Promotion of Science grant "Interdisciplinary research on the innovative role of spirit-writing culture in the history of local Daoism in China" (2021-2025). She maintains strong international scholarly connections through memberships in the American Academy of Religion and The Association for Asian Studies. Her academic leadership extends to teaching numerous courses including Introduction to Daoism, Reading Chinese Classics, and various seminars on Asian Philosophy and Chinese Thought at both undergraduate and graduate levels through Waseda University's School of Humanities and Social Sciences and Graduate School of Letters, Arts and Sciences.

• Sports Management
• Sports Marketing
• Sport Consumer Behavior
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Hirotaka Matsuoka is a Professor at the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University . Holding a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University, he has been actively contributing to sports management research since 2003. His work appears in journals like International Journal of Sports Marketing and Sponsorship , Journal of Business Research , and Frontiers in Psychology . Education: Ph.D., Sport Management, The Ohio State University (2001) M.A., Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences B.A., Kyoto University of Education Research Focus: Sports consumer behavior Event management Corporate social responsibility in sports Wearable technology adoption Psychological impacts of sports spectatorship His recent publications examine language effects in sports advertising, CSR strategies in sponsorship, and fan behavior patterns. Grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science support his work on mega-event impacts and social effects of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He collaborates with institutions in Japan, Germany, and the USA, and has published in both Japanese and international journals. Scientific Awards: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research DAAD-Waseda Partnership Programme Professor Matsuoka's advising has influenced numerous studies on sport marketing and spectator behavior. His research projects address community engagement through sports events, fan migration patterns, and digital technology integration in sports contexts.

• Maritime Southeast Asian History
• Modern History of Southeast Asia-Japan Relations
• Ethno-history
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Shinzo Hayase is a Professor at the Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies , Waseda University, with a Ph.D. from Murdoch University (Australia). His academic journey spans prestigious institutions like Osaka City University and Kagoshima University. Education : The University of Tokyo (Oriental History), Murdoch University (History Programme) Research Interests focus on Maritime Southeast Asian History , Modern Southeast Asia-Japan Relations , Ethno-history , and Philippine-Japan Historical Disputes . His recent work analyzes colonial-era newspapers, economic statistics, and war memory landscapes. Scientific Awards : Masahira Ohira Memorial Prize (2004) Research Projects include studies on maritime boundary disputes, Japanese colonial history in the Philippines, and transnational war memory analysis. He has conducted fieldwork across Southeast Asia and Australia. Professional Memberships encompass the Japan Association for Asian Studies, Philippine National Historical Society, and Association for Asian Studies (USA). His Books like Globalizing Yasukuni Controversy and Japanese in Modern Philippine History are seminal contributions.

• Mathematical Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Dynamical Systems
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Yoshihiro Yamazaki is a Professor at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Advanced Science and Engineering at Waseda University. He has been affiliated with Waseda University since 2003, progressing through various academic positions. His research spans mathematical physics, condensed matter theory, dynamical systems, and applications to sports analytics, particularly in football (soccer) analysis. Dr. Yamazaki earned his Doctor of Science degree from Kyoto University in March 1999. His educational background includes: Graduate School of Science, Department of Physics and Astrophysics, Kyoto University (1996-1999) Graduate School of Science, Department of Physics I, Kyoto University (1994-1996) Faculty of Engineering, Kyoto University (1990-1994) Yamazaki's research primarily focuses on mathematical physics and fundamental theory of condensed matter physics. His work explores dynamical systems, particularly ultradiscrete and max-plus systems, bifurcation theory, and pattern formation. More recently, he has applied mathematical and statistical physics approaches to sports analytics, developing novel methods for football game analysis including space evaluation, formation clustering, and ball possession dynamics. His interdisciplinary research bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in sports science. Analysis of Yamazaki's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on dynamical systems theory with applications spanning from fundamental mathematical physics to sports analytics. His work on ultradiscrete systems, max-plus algebra, and bifurcation theory demonstrates deep theoretical contributions, while his football analytics research shows practical application of complex systems theory. The interdisciplinary nature of his work connects mathematical physics with real-world phenomena across diverse domains. Dr. Yamazaki has received notable recognition for his work, including: 45th Society Award (2023) from Japan Adhesion Society While specific information about his advisees isn't provided in the available data, Dr. Yamazaki has been actively involved in research projects that likely involve mentoring students. His extensive publication record spanning over two decades suggests significant contributions to academic training. His research has been supported by various grants, as evidenced by his numerous publications in high-impact journals across physics, mathematics, and interdisciplinary fields. Yamazaki's research group appears to focus on interdisciplinary applications of mathematical physics, with particular emphasis on complex systems analysis. His recent work on football analytics suggests collaboration with sports scientists and data analysts, creating a multidisciplinary research environment that bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in sports science.

• Human geosciences
• Foundations of Life
• Bio-philosophy
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Yukio Gunji is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Fundamental Science and Engineering since 2014, with prior 27-year tenure at Kobe University. Holding a Ph.D. in Science from Tohoku University, he bridges Cognitive Science Quantum Logic Bio-inspired Computing Swarm Dynamics through interdisciplinary research. His work reveals quantum-like cognitive structures via Orthomodular lattices from rough set analysis Inverse Bayesian inference systems Asynchronous cellular automata models explaining phenomena like free will paradoxes , virtual agent persuasion , and Physarum plasmodium decision-making . Analysis of 15 recent articles shows strong focus on Lévy walk patterns in ants and fish schools, self-avoiding walk algorithms , and nonlocal cognitive models . Key contributions include Developing Extended Bayesian Inference frameworks Formalizing trilemma structures in consciousness studies Creating heterarchical market models with critical behavior while his Virtual Hand experiments challenge ownership perception boundaries through squeeze machine studies.

• Japanese Language Education
• Japanese Linguistics
• Course Design
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KOBAYASHI Mina is a Professor at the Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics , Faculty of International Research and Education, Waseda University. Her career spans institutions like Hokkaido University and Nagoya University, with a focus on Japanese language education, educational grammar, and learner-centered pedagogy. Education Ph.D. in Japanese Language Education (Nagoya University) Master's in Japanese Language Education (Nagoya University) Bachelor's in Literature (Aoyama Gakuin University) Research Interests Her work emphasizes course and syllabus design , teacher education , and multimodal communication . She explores how learners internalize language rules and the role of technology in writing instruction. Article Trends Her recent publications analyze online teaching methodologies , loanword phonology , and pragmatic approaches to grammar . These often integrate corpus linguistics and pedagogical innovation . Scientific Awards Recipient of the Waseda University Teaching Award twice (2018, 2022) for her contributions to Japanese language education. Teaching & Mentorship She supervises doctoral and master's theses, emphasizing problem-finding skills and research communication . Her lab fosters collaborative environments for student growth. Labs & Teams Leads the Kobayashi Mina Laboratory , focusing on communication-based Japanese education and rule construction in learners . The lab promotes real-world language use and theoretical analysis.