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Professor Jin Kusaka is a distinguished faculty member at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering and Graduate School of Environment and Energy Engineering. With a Doctor of Engineering degree from Waseda University, he has established himself as a leading researcher in thermal engineering, particularly in the fields of internal combustion engines, fuel cells, batteries, and catalysts.
His research interests span across several critical areas of modern energy systems:
- Internal Combustion Engine technologies for improved efficiency and reduced emissions
- Fuel cell development and optimization
- Battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles
- Catalyst design and performance enhancement for emission control
- Waste heat recovery systems using thermoelectric generators
- Alternative and synthetic fuels for decarbonization of transportation
Professor Kusaka's extensive publication record (179 papers with 2,548 Google Scholar citations and an h-index of 23) demonstrates his significant contributions to the field. His recent research focuses on cutting-edge topics including battery thermal management under various driving conditions, thermoelectric waste heat recovery systems for natural gas engines, machine learning applications for engine control systems, and advanced combustion strategies for alternative fuels. His work bridges fundamental research with practical automotive applications, addressing critical challenges in energy efficiency and emission reduction.
His notable scientific achievements have been recognized through several prestigious awards:
- JSAE Oral Presentation Award (October 2005)
- SAE SETC 2003 Paper Award (October 2003)
- JSAE Asahara Memorial Award (2001.05)
Professor Kusaka is an active member of several professional societies including The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineering, Combustion Society of Japan, and The Society of Automotive Engineers, reflecting his commitment to advancing engineering knowledge and practice. His research group appears to be highly productive, with numerous publications featuring collaborations with researchers like Ratnak Sok, who frequently appears as first author on papers with Professor Kusaka as corresponding author.
