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Mei Komatsu is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, School of Creative Science and Engineering, Waseda University. Born in 1994, she specializes in urban planning and architectural design, with a focus on integrating agricultural spaces into urban ecosystems. Her academic journey is entirely rooted at Waseda University, where she earned her Bachelor's (2016), Master's (2018), and Doctoral (2022) degrees in Architecture.
- Academic Affiliation: Waseda University (2022–present)
- Research Focus: Urban agriculture, spatial coexistence, and community engagement
- Key Projects: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science grants on urban garden systems
Her research explores the evolution of urban agricultural spaces, emphasizing factors like plot size, street width, and social interaction. Recent studies highlight the role of street networks as buffer zones and the diverse usage patterns in preserved urban farmland. She also investigates how agricultural spaces foster community bonding through events and collaborative activities.
Komatsu has received multiple accolades, including:
- Tomon Architectural Association Award (2018)
- Architectural Institute of Japan Competition Honorable Mention (2016)
- Special Jury Prizes (2016, 2015)
She actively contributes to community engagement, such as participating in the Soma Nomaoi festival management post-2011 earthquake. Her teaching portfolio includes advanced architectural design, city planning, and environmental studies at both undergraduate and graduate levels.