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Hideyuki Sawada is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering. He has been in this position since April 2017, following 7 years as a Professor at Kagawa University (2010-2017) and 11 years as an Associate Professor there (1999-2010). His academic career also includes visiting professorships at Universite de Savoie in France (2005, 2009) and previous research positions at Waseda University.
His educational background is deeply rooted at Waseda University:
- Ph.D. in Pure and Applied Physics, Waseda University
- Graduate studies in Pure and Applied Physics, Waseda University (1995-1998)
- Graduate studies in Pure Physics and Applied Physics, Waseda University (1990-1992)
- Bachelor's degree in Applied Physics, Waseda University (1986-1990)
Professor Sawada's research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a strong focus on robotics, human-computer interaction, and intelligent systems. His work bridges mechanical engineering, information science, and biomedical applications, with particular emphasis on tactile sensing, biomimetic robotics, and 4D space visualization. His laboratory actively explores shape memory alloy (SMA) applications in robotics, self-propelled droplet systems, and novel human interface technologies that enhance virtual reality experiences.
His recent publication trends show a strong focus on tactile interfaces using shape memory alloys, self-propelled droplet systems leveraging Marangoni convection, continuum robotics for medical applications, and human-in-the-loop machine learning for robot control. These publications demonstrate his laboratory's interdisciplinary approach that combines fluid dynamics, robotics, and human perception studies.
Professor Sawada has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his research contributions:
- Best Paper Award Finalist at IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation (2025)
- Certificate of Editors' Choice from Biomimetic Intelligence and Robotics Journal (2025)
- Specially Selected Paper award from Information Processing Society of Japan (2024)
- Award for excellence in interdisciplinary research from The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers (2024)
- Best paper award at the 7th International Conference on Sustainable Information Engineering and Technology (2022)
Professor Sawada actively mentors students and researchers, as evidenced by numerous student awards where he appears as an advisor. His laboratory has secured funding for various research projects in robotics, human interface technology, and biomimetic systems. He serves on multiple editorial boards and program committees for international conferences, demonstrating his leadership in the academic community. His research group maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with institutions in France and Southeast Asia.
His laboratory focuses on several key research directions: the development of SMA-based tactile interfaces and sensors, self-propelled droplet systems for micro-transport applications, continuum robotics for medical use, and 4D space visualization systems. The lab maintains strong industry connections, particularly in medical robotics and human interface technology development.