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• Viscosity Solution Theory
• Partial Differential Equations
• Nonlinear Analysis
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Shigeaki Koike is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Advanced Science and Engineering, specializing in viscosity solution theory for partial differential equations. He has held academic positions at Waseda University since 2019, following professorships at Tohoku University (2012-2019) and Saitama University (2006-2012). His academic journey began at Waseda University where he completed both his undergraduate studies (1981) in Physics and his graduate studies (1988). His research focuses on viscosity solution theory , particularly for fully nonlinear partial differential equations . Key areas include maximum principles (especially ABP-type), regularity theory for equations with unbounded coefficients, obstacle problems, and integro-differential equations. His work provides fundamental theoretical frameworks for analyzing nonlinear phenomena in mathematical physics and engineering applications. His publication record shows consistent research output with 37 papers and 517 citations (h-index 13) as of 2025. His recent work (2015-2024) demonstrates continued leadership in the field, with emphasis on equations with unbounded terms, obstacle problems, and regularity results. His research shows a clear progression from foundational theory to increasingly complex applications. Analysis Prize (2016) from Japanese Mathematical Society for work on Lp viscosity solution theory JMSJ Outstanding Paper Prize (2010) from Japanese Mathematical Society Professor Koike serves on committees for the Japanese Mathematical Society and has participated in numerous international conferences as an invited speaker. His current research project (2020-2025) focuses on regularity theory for viscosity solutions of fully nonlinear equations and applications. His work bridges pure mathematical analysis with applications in physics and engineering, demonstrating the power of viscosity solution methods in handling complex nonlinear phenomena.

• Organic Functional Materials
• Materials Informatics
• Structural Organic Chemistry
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Takuya Taniguchi is an Associate Professor at the Center for Data Science, Waseda University, where he has been employed since 2019, first as an Assistant Professor (2019-2021) before promotion to his current non-tenure track position. His interdisciplinary research bridges organic chemistry, materials science, and data science, with a focus on developing and analyzing functional organic materials, particularly photo-responsive molecular crystals. He maintains active collaborations with research groups including Hideko Koshima and Toru Asahi, and serves on professional committees such as the Manufacturing Industry AI Promotion Association. Education Doctor of Engineering, Waseda University (2019) Graduate studies at Waseda University's Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering Undergraduate studies at Waseda University's School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Department of Life Science and Medical Bioscience Research Focus Professor Taniguchi's work centers on structural organic chemistry and physical organic chemistry , with particular emphasis on organic functional materials and the application of materials informatics to crystal engineering. His research investigates how molecular structure influences macroscopic mechanical properties, especially photo-mechanical behaviors in organic crystals. He has pioneered the use of machine learning techniques to predict crystal properties, optimize materials performance, and design novel functional materials with applications in soft robotics and energy conversion. His recent work demonstrates a clear progression from fundamental studies of photo-mechanical crystals toward increasingly sophisticated applications of machine learning in materials science. The 15 most recent publications reveal a strong focus on neural network potentials for crystal property prediction, optimization of photo-actuated materials, and exploration of phase transitions in molecular crystals. This research trajectory shows consistent innovation in combining experimental chemistry with advanced computational methods. Awards and Recognition Inoue Research Encouragement Prize (2019) Ono Azusa Memorial Award from Waseda University (2019) Student Presentation Award at Japan Chemical Society 99th Spring Annual Meeting (2019) Poster Presentation Award at Chirality 2017 Multiple poster and presentation awards at international crystallography conferences Research Leadership Dr. Taniguchi leads multiple research projects funded by JSPS, JST, and industry partners including ENEOS Corporation and Sumitomo Foundation. His current projects include 'Efficient crystal structure prediction for organic porous materials,' 'Machine learning simulation of HOF material stability,' and 'Machine learning application for organic solid-phase transition.' He has successfully secured competitive funding including JST ACT-X and JSPS Early-Career Scientist grants. His work has received significant media attention, with coverage in Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun and Kagaku Kogyo Nippo highlighting breakthroughs in light-driven organic crystals with 3.7x improved output force. Academic Contributions Beyond research, Professor Taniguchi teaches extensively in Waseda's Global Education Center, offering courses in data science, statistical analysis with R, and statistics literacy across multiple academic quarters. He has contributed chapters to technical publications on process informatics, Bayesian optimization, and crystallization process design. His scholarly impact is evidenced by an h-index of 11 (Google Scholar) with 581 total citations, demonstrating significant influence in the emerging field of materials informatics for organic crystals.

• Acoustic Signal Processing
• Blind Source Separation
• Digital Signal Processing
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Shoji Makino is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems. He has held academic and research positions at institutions such as the University of Tsukuba and NTT Communication Science Laboratories. His work spans acoustic signal processing, blind source separation, and adaptive filtering. Education: Ph.D., Tohoku University (1993.03) Mechanical Engineering, Tohoku University Graduate School of Engineering (1979.04–1981.03) Engineering, Tohoku University Faculty of Engineering (1975.04–1979.03) Research Interests: His research focuses on acoustic signal processing for speech and audio, including blind source separation (BSS) , beamforming , and adaptive filtering . He pioneered methods for solving permutation alignment in frequency-domain BSS and developed geometrically constrained ICA techniques. Scientific Awards: Hoko Award (2018.10, Hattori Hokokai Foundation) Outstanding Contribution Award of the Institute of Electronics, Information, and Communication Engineers (2018.06) IEEE Signal Processing Society Best Paper Award (2014.01) IEEE Fellow (2004.01) IEICE Achievement Award (1997.05) Committee Memberships: He has served as Chair of the IEEE CAS Society's Blind Signal Processing TC, General Chair of IEEE WASPAA2007, and Associate Editor of IEEE Trans. SAP. He is actively involved in EURASIP, APSIPA, and the Acoustical Society of Japan.

• Urban Studies
• Public Space
• Urban Governance
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Christian Dimmer is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's School of International Liberal Studies , where he teaches courses on urban studies, placemaking, and sustainable cities. Previously, he held academic positions at the University of Tokyo as Assistant Professor and Post-doctoral Researcher. His research focuses on post-disaster urbanism, public space governance, and sustainability transitions. Ph.D. in Urban Engineering from the University of Tokyo (2008) Master's equivalent in Spatial and Environmental Planning from Technical University of Kaiserslautern (2001) Dimmer's research interests span transition design , participatory placemaking , new urban commons , and community resilience . His work examines how urban Japan balances public-private space dynamics and navigates post-disaster rebuilding through participatory approaches. Articles reflect a trajectory from historical critiques of public space to contemporary issues like pandemic spatial protocols and Olympic urbanism, with keywords spanning urban governance , disaster recovery , and collective creativity . Notable scientific awards include the JSPS Post-doctoral Fellowship. He co-founded humanitarian architecture organizations like the Open Architecture Collaborative - Tokyo Chapter and the Alliance for Humanitarian Architecture . Teaching experience covers post-graduate urban design theories, transition design methods, and global urbanism across Japanese institutions.

• Structure engineering
• Earthquake engineering
• Steel structures
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Kiyoshi Ono is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in structural and earthquake engineering. He holds a Doctor of Engineering degree from Osaka University and has been actively contributing to academia since at least 2007, following his tenure as Associate Professor at Osaka University Graduate School of Engineering (2002-2007). His academic journey demonstrates a consistent focus on advancing structural engineering knowledge with practical applications for infrastructure resilience. Professor Ono's research interests center around structure engineering and earthquake engineering, with particular expertise in steel structures, bridge engineering, and high-performance steel materials. His work explores the seismic performance of steel structures, innovative bridge design methods, and the application of high-strength steel materials (particularly SBHS series) to improve structural safety and durability. He investigates how material properties affect structural behavior under seismic loads, developing evaluation methods that balance safety with economic considerations. His publication record shows a consistent research trajectory with 41 papers, 123 citations, and an h-index of 4 according to Scopus. The most recent publications (2015-2024) demonstrate his ongoing commitment to advancing knowledge in steel structure performance, particularly focusing on high-performance steel materials and their application in seismic-resistant design. His research spans fundamental material properties investigations to practical structural applications, showing a comprehensive approach from microscopic material behavior to macroscopic structural performance. Scientific Awards: New Road Technology 5-Year Plan Award (2003) Professor Ono actively contributes to academic knowledge dissemination through numerous publications, presentations, and his role in developing industry standards. His work on the 'Steel and Composite Structure Standard Specifications' and 'Buckling Design Guidelines' demonstrates his influence on engineering practice. He serves on committees including the Japan Society of Civil Engineers Kansai Branch (as General Affairs and Accounting Committee Member since 2010) and the Performance-Based Seismic Design Committee for Bridges. His professional memberships include the Japan Society of Civil Engineers Kansai Branch, Japanese Society of Steel Construction, and Japan Society of Civil Engineers, reflecting his active engagement with the engineering community. His research projects consistently address practical challenges in bridge engineering while advancing theoretical understanding of structural behavior under extreme loading conditions.

• 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.

• Medieval Philosophy
• Medieval Theology
• Monastic Theology
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Yoshiaki Yauchi is a Professor at the Faculty of Commerce, Sophia University, with a distinguished career spanning institutions such as Kyoto University (part-time lecturer until 2011), The University of Tokyo, and Waseda University. His scholarly focus lies in Medieval Philosophy , Medieval Theology , and Interreligious Dialogue , particularly analyzing figures like St Anselm of Canterbury and Nicholas of Cues. Research Themes : Original Sin Doctrine, Trinitarian Theology, Rational Foundations for Coexistence, Medieval Educational Practices Academic Networks : Japanese Society of Religious Studies (Executive Director), The Japanese Cusanus Society, Société Internationale pour l'Étude de la Philosophie Médiévale Yauchi's publications and presentations extensively explore Anselmian thought, medieval justice theories, and comparative studies between Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions. His work traces philosophical concepts like rectitude and affectio across texts, emphasizing reason's role in transcending cultural and religious divides. Key Projects : JSPS grants on Medieval Justice Theories (2016-2019), Interreligious Dialogue Foundations (2009-2011), and Anselm's Rule Interpretation (2019) International Engagement : Research at Germany's Institut für Cusanus Forschung (2004-2005)

• Environmental Economics
• Sustainable Development
• Disaster Recovery Research
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Professor Shunji Matsuoka is a distinguished academic at Waseda University's Faculty of International Research and Education (Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies), where he serves as Director of both the Waseda Resilience Research Institute (WRRI) and the Fukushima Hirono Future Creation Research Center. With extensive expertise in environmental economics, disaster recovery, and international development, Professor Matsuoka has established himself as a leading scholar addressing some of the most pressing sustainability challenges of our time. Professor Matsuoka's academic journey began with his PhD from Hiroshima University after withdrawing from Kyoto University's Graduate School of Economics in 1988 with study certification. His career progressed from Hiroshima University, where he served as Lecturer at the Faculty of Integrated Arts and Sciences and later as Professor at the Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies, to his current position at Waseda University since April 2007. His research interests span Environmental Economics , Sustainable Development , Disaster Recovery , and International Development Assistance , with particular focus on the intersection of policy, society, and environmental challenges. Professor Matsuoka's work on nuclear policy and the Fukushima disaster has made significant contributions to risk governance frameworks. His innovative approach integrates social acceptance theory with environmental policy analysis, creating new methodologies for understanding community resilience against complex disasters. His research demonstrates exceptional interdisciplinary integration across economics, political science, and environmental studies. Professor Matsuoka's 15 most recent publications reveal an evolution from international development cooperation and environmental economics in Asia to contemporary focus areas including nuclear policy, social innovation, and Fukushima disaster lessons. His research consistently examines institutional mechanisms affecting environmental governance across multiple scales, from local communities to international agreements. The interdisciplinary nature of his work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications. His professional recognition includes the Asian Economic Research Association's Outstanding Paper Award (2000) , reflecting the quality and impact of his scholarly contributions. Professor Matsuoka has secured substantial research funding from prestigious sources including JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research and Nippon Life Insurance Foundation Environmental Research Grant. His research projects span environmental impact assessment, nuclear waste disposal social acceptance, sustainable city development, and climate change adaptation. As Director of WRRI, he oversees interdisciplinary research initiatives focused on building societal resilience against complex disasters, fostering collaboration between academics, policymakers, and community stakeholders. Through his leadership of the Fukushima Hirono Future Creation Research Center, Professor Matsuoka transforms disaster lessons into practical frameworks for recovery and prevention. His 'dialogue spaces' research examines how science, politics, and society can collaboratively address 'difficult problems,' with particular focus on boundary knowledge workers who bridge different domains of expertise. His work on social acceptance models has significantly advanced understanding of how controversial environmental technologies can gain community support.

• Algebraic Geometry
• Birational Geometry
• Minimal Model Program
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Yoshinori Gongyo is a Professor at the Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences, University of Tokyo . His research focuses on Birational Geometry within Algebraic Geometry , particularly on the Abundance Conjecture , Minimal Model Program , and Log Fano Varieties . He has worked extensively on vanishing theorems, extension theorems, and the geometry of algebraic varieties in positive characteristic, including Globally F-regular and F-split Varieties . His research also explores Polarized Endomorphisms and their applications to complex geometry. Selected awards include the MSJ Takebe Katahiro Prize (2011), JSPS Ikushi Prize (2012), and the University of Tokyo President's Prize (2012). He was also awarded the MSJ Algebra Prize (2023) and the MEXT Young Scientists' Prize (2023). He has held positions at the University of Tokyo since 2011, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor. He has collaborated internationally, including at Imperial College London and Johns Hopkins University , and serves on the Public Relations Committee of the Mathematical Society of Japan (2018–2023).

• Urban Planning
• Architectural Planning
• Urban History
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Yoichi Sato is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Social Sciences, where he has been a full-time faculty member since 2010, directing research on urban space, photographic documentation, and historical urban transformation. His academic journey began with engineering studies at Waseda University, culminating in a Master's and Doctorate in Engineering, establishing his interdisciplinary foundation. Professor Sato's research interests span urban space documentation through photography, visual archives of urban history, and the analysis of post-war urban reconstruction, particularly focusing on Tokyo during the Occupation period. His work uniquely bridges architectural planning with visual studies, exploring how photographic evidence reveals historical urban transformations that official records often miss. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward repatriating and analyzing American-held photographic archives of occupied Japan, with significant focus on Ginza district in 1945 Tokyo. These works combine historical urban studies with archival science, creating new methodologies for understanding urban space through photographic evidence. Best Presentation Award, 5th Digital Archive Society Research Conference (2020.10) for research on Oliver L. Austin bird collection photographs Best Presentation Award, 4th Digital Archive Society Research Conference (2020.04) for research on repatriating US-held post-war Japanese photographs Professor Sato leads significant research grants including the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science's 'Examining Diverse Perceptions and Memories of the Cold War from the Perspective of Local Communities' (2021-2025) and 'Vernacular Art Theory' project (2019-2022), demonstrating his leadership in interdisciplinary research. He directs Waseda's Institute of Participatory Design (2024-2025), where his team develops innovative approaches to community-based urban research through visual documentation and participatory methods.

• Architectural history
• Urban history
• Port-city studies
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Taishi Watanabe is Associate Professor at Waseda University’s School of Creative Science and Engineering, where he has taught since 2012. Holding a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Tokyo, he specializes in architectural and urban history, port-city studies, and design theory, and maintains an active architectural practice. Education: Doctor of Engineering, Department of Architecture, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo (2009-2013) M.S. equivalent, Waseda University Faculty of Science and Engineering (2003-2005) B.S., Waseda University School of Science and Engineering (1999-2003) Research Interests: Watanabe investigates the historical evolution of port cities through their “blue infrastructure,” especially warehouse networks that mediate sea-land interfaces. Comparative studies between Japanese and Finnish National Romanticism, shrinking-population construction methods, and the concept of “cross-over architecture” that transcends functionalist typologies constitute his current theoretical core. Publications & Creative Work: He is author of the monograph Tokyo Coastal Theory (2017) and the exhibition catalogue Unity Architecture (2021), and has designed realized houses such as Morris House and Xover House . His articles trace waterfront transformations in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya, and explore ritual space, parking morphology and Olympic legacy narratives. Awards: Architectural Institute of Japan New Designer Award 2022 Japan Finland Design Association Award 2021 Residential Architecture Gold Award, Tokyo Association of Architects and Building Engineers 2021 Residential Architecture Encouragement Prize 2018 Grants & Projects: He currently leads five competitive grants including JSPS Kakenhi studies on Helsinki port models and Finnish artist colonies, and practical projects on “container gardens” and Okinawa “Murayashi” community networks. Teaching & Service: Watanabe chairs the Architectural Construction History Working Group of the Architectural Institute of Japan, serves on Minato Ward Landscape Council, and teaches design studios from undergraduate to doctoral level every semester.

• Industrial Dynamics
• Firm Growth and Survival
• Entrepreneurship
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Alex Coad is Professor at Waseda University’s Graduate School of Business and Finance, Faculty of Commerce, Tokyo. A 2007 PhD graduate of Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, he specialises in industrial dynamics, entrepreneurship and applied econometrics, with field-leading work on high-growth firms, innovation policy and firm survival. Education PhD student, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2004-2007 Research Interests Coad’s research straddles three tightly linked domains: (i) the life-cycle of firms—how they start, grow, innovate and exit; (ii) the identification and support of high-growth enterprises (gazelles, scale-ups) and their role in job creation and productivity; and (iii) the econometric evaluation of innovation and entrepreneurship policies, including post-crisis resilience after COVID-19. He employs large micro-data panels, quasi-experimental designs and, more recently, machine-learning techniques to uncover robust empirical regularities. Publication Landscape Across 119 Scopus-indexed papers (h-index 44) and 17 000+ Google-Scholar citations (h-index 59), Coad’s recent output reveals three dominant streams: (1) policy-oriented studies on European high-growth firms and scale-ups; (2) COVID-related analyses of firm vulnerability, investment expectations and recovery paths; and (3) methodological contributions linking random-forest prediction to gazelle identification. His work consistently blends rigorous econometrics with actionable policy insight. Honours & Awards 2021 Waseda Research Award Teaching & Doctoral Supervision At Waseda he teaches graduate courses in Firm Growth & Innovation, Econometrics, Time-Series Analysis, Data-Science for Management and Japan Industry Studies, and supervises research seminars for the MSc in Finance. No individual student names are listed in the supplied material. Grants & Teams Coad leads or co-leads large EU-funded micro-data projects on productivity, innovation and COVID resilience, often involving cross-country research consortia; specific grant numbers or budgets are not disclosed in the text.

• Political Philosophy
• History of Political Thought
• Renaissance Studies
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Keiichiro Atsumi is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Social Sciences, School of Social Sciences, where he has been teaching since 1993. His academic career progressed from Research Assistant (1993-1996) to Assistant Professor (1996-1998), Associate Professor (1998-2005), and finally to Professor (2005-present). He has held visiting positions at Harvard University's Department of History (2001-2002) and Department of Government (2000-2001), as well as at Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School (1999-2000), demonstrating his international scholarly engagement. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Political Science, Waseda University Graduate School (1992-1996) Master's in Political Science, Waseda University Graduate School (1990-1992) Bachelor's in Political Science, Waseda University School of Political Science and Economics (1986-1990) Professor Atsumi specializes in Political Philosophy with a focus on Renaissance political thought, particularly the works of Machiavelli. His research explores the intersection of political theory, religion, and humanism in early modern Italy, examining how concepts of republicanism, civic virtue, and historical consciousness shaped political discourse during the Renaissance. He has made significant contributions to understanding Machiavelli's relationship to classical political thought and the development of modern political philosophy, with particular attention to the connections between Machiavelli's thought and Epicureanism, as well as the reception of Machiavelli in Japanese scholarship. His work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary political theory through his translations and interpretations of Leo Strauss's writings on Machiavelli. His recent publications show a consistent focus on Machiavelli studies, with increasing attention to the relationship between religion and politics in Renaissance political thought. His work often bridges historical scholarship with contemporary political theory, particularly through his translations and interpretations of Leo Strauss's writings on Machiavelli. The publications demonstrate his expertise in both Japanese and Western scholarly traditions, with many works appearing in bilingual contexts and addressing cross-cultural interpretations of political concepts. His notable recognition includes: Iijima Prize from Waseda University's Graduate School of Political Science (1992) Professor Atsumi has led and participated in multiple research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, with recent projects focusing on "Prophecy and Politics in the Renaissance: Machiavelli's View of Religion and the 'Myth of Florence'" (2021-2025) and "Machiavelli and the Political Culture of Florence: Is God Necessary for the Formation of Society?" (2018-2021). His scholarly activities extend to numerous professional associations including the Japanese Association of Political Philosophy, The Society for the History of Social Thought, Japanese Conference for the Study of Political Thought, Japanese Political Science Association, and the Renaissance Society of America. At Waseda University, he teaches a comprehensive range of courses from introductory political science to advanced seminars on political thought, contributing significantly to both undergraduate and graduate education in political philosophy and the history of political ideas. His teaching portfolio includes Political Thought I & II, History of Political Thought I & II, Contemporary Citizenship Theories, and various research workshops in political theory at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Science Education
• Teacher Education
• Children's Conceptual Understanding
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Hiroyuki Sato is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences, School of Education. He has held this position since April 2022, having previously served as Associate Professor at the same institution from September 2020 to March 2022. His academic journey includes faculty positions at University of Yamanashi and Saga University, with earlier experience as a junior high school teacher at Takehaya Junior High School attached to Tokyo Gakugei University and Toko Gakuen Junior and Senior High School. Dr. Sato earned his Doctor of Education from Tokyo Gakugei University (2003-2006) and his Master of Education from Yokohama National University. His educational background forms the foundation for his expertise in science education and teacher development. His research interests focus on children's conceptual understanding in science, particularly examining how students develop scientific concepts across physics, biology, and chemistry domains. He investigates children's naive conceptions, metacognitive strategies in science learning, and innovative teaching approaches that address common misconceptions. His work bridges theoretical understanding with practical classroom applications. Dr. Sato's publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly contributions to science education, with particular emphasis on metacognitive regulation, information processing in science learning, and teacher education. His research often involves collaborative investigations with colleagues across Japanese institutions, resulting in numerous publications in leading Japanese science education journals. Japan Society for Science Education Paper Award (2020) for research on children's information selection in science learning Dr. Sato has secured multiple research grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including projects on information selection in science learning, development of science class composition support systems, and rhetoric to develop scientific thinking abilities. His research has direct implications for science curriculum development and teacher education programs. His work group focuses on collaborative science education research, examining children's scientific understanding through empirical classroom studies and developing practical teaching strategies based on these findings.

• statistical mechanics
• nonlinear dynamics
• geometric mechanics
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Tomohiro Yanao is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Fundamental Science and Engineering. His academic career spans over 15 years at Waseda, having progressed from Assistant Professor (2009) to Associate Professor (2011) and finally to his current position as Professor. His research bridges the gap between microscopic molecular systems and macroscopic astronomical phenomena through the lens of nonlinear dynamics and geometric mechanics. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Multidisciplinary Science from the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, University of Tokyo (2003) Professor Yanao's research interests focus on the intersection of physics, mathematics, and molecular science. He specializes in statistical mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, and geometric mechanics, applying these to understand collective motions in complex systems. His work reveals how geometric phase effects and symmetry breaking drive structural transitions in both molecular and astronomical systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding the mechanics of molecular motors, DNA structure, and orbital dynamics in celestial mechanics. His publication record shows a consistent focus on geometric mechanics applied to diverse systems, from polymer chains and DNA to celestial bodies. The research demonstrates how internal shape changes can induce rotational motions without external torque, connecting phenomena from the "falling cat" problem to molecular motors like ATP synthase. His work also bridges molecular and astronomical scales through the common framework of nonlinear dynamics and three-body problems. Professor Yanao has been actively involved in several major research projects: Study on the mechanisms for collective motions of molecular and astronomical systems based the methods of many-body problems (2014-2017) Study on collective motions and functions of complex molecular systems based on the geometry of shape and rotational dynamics (2011-2014) Elucidation of the mechanisms for collective motions of complex molecular systems with hierarchical structures (2009-2010) He teaches a wide range of courses including Statistical Mechanics, Dynamics, Applied Mechanics, and Aerospace Engineering Laboratory. He also supervises graduate theses in the Graduate School of Fundamental Science and Engineering, focusing on nonequilibrium statistical mechanics and applied mathematics.