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Kentaro Nakamuraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Acoustics
• Ultrasonic Engineering
• Optical Fiber Sensors
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Kentaro Nakamura is affiliated with the Institute of Science Tokyo, specifically the Institute of Integrated Research, where he leads the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. His research spans acoustics, ultrasonic engineering, optical fiber sensors, and biomedical applications, with a focus on high-power ultrasonics and lightwave sensing technologies. His laboratory, based at Suzukakedai Campus, R2 Building 7th floor, emphasizes interdisciplinary research through projects like the Hearing Support Project and Brillouin scattering-based distributed measurement systems. Recent publications by his team explore strain/temperature sensing in perfluorinated polymer optical fibers and topology optimization for ultrasonic tools. Notable students under his supervision include Shu Kokubu (M2), Wang (D2), Wu (D3), and Li (M2), who have contributed to studies on ultrasonic levitation, optical sensors, and drug delivery systems. Professor Nakamura will retire in March 2029, after which he will no longer accept master's students proceeding to doctoral programs.

• Homomorphic Encryption
• Big Data Analysis
• Database Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Hayato Yamana serves as Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering and concurrently holds the position of Vice President for IT Promotion and Chief Information Officer since October 2020. His academic journey began with a Dr. Eng. degree from Waseda University in 1993, followed by positions at the Electrotechnical Laboratory of MITI, before joining Waseda University as Associate Professor in 2000 and becoming full Professor in 2005. He has held significant leadership roles including Director of the Database Society of Japan and the Information Processing Society of Japan, as well as Vice Chair of IEICE's Information and Communication Society. Waseda University, Faculty of Science and Engineering (2005-Present) National Institute of Informatics, Visiting Professor (2005-Present) Waseda University, Vice President for IT Promotion (2020-Present) Deputy Chief Information Officer (2015-2020) His research spans homomorphic encryption, big data analysis, and computer architecture, with notable contributions in privacy-preserving computation, recommender systems, and secure data processing. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical applications in smart cities, healthcare, and e-commerce security. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on accelerating homomorphic encryption operations, improving recommendation system diversity, and developing novel authentication mechanisms. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent emphasis on privacy-preserving technologies (particularly homomorphic encryption applications), innovative recommender system architectures, and biometric security solutions. His research group produces highly cited work at the intersection of cryptography, machine learning, and systems security, with practical implementations in real-world scenarios including smart grids, e-commerce, and healthcare. Fellow, Information Processing Society of Japan (IPSJ), 2020 Golden Core Award, IEEE Computer Society, 2018 Fellow, Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers (IEICE), 2018 IBM Faculty Award, 2009 Multiple Best Paper Awards from IEICE, IPSJ, and ITE Yamana has secured substantial research funding for projects in homomorphic encryption, smart city infrastructure, and privacy-preserving systems. His leadership extends to advising numerous doctoral students and directing major research initiatives including the Smart Systems and Services Innovative Professional Education Program. He maintains active collaborations with industry partners through projects involving secure computation and data analytics. His research group operates at the forefront of secure computing, with specialized laboratories focused on homomorphic encryption acceleration, privacy-preserving machine learning, and secure mobile authentication. The team actively develops practical implementations of cryptographic protocols for real-world applications in healthcare, finance, and smart city infrastructure, bridging theoretical cryptography with deployable security solutions.

• Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Drug Development Sciences
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Masahisa Nakada is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Department of Chemistry. With a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Tokyo, he leads a research group focused on synthetic organic chemistry methodologies and natural product synthesis. His research interests span Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Drug Development Sciences, Bioorganic Chemistry, Structural Organic Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, Chemical Pharmacology, and Molecular Pharmacology. Nakada's work emphasizes developing novel asymmetric catalytic methods, particularly gold-catalyzed cycloisomerizations, intramolecular cyclopropanations, and cascade reactions for constructing complex natural product scaffolds. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on stereoselective synthesis of bioactive natural products with complex architectures, including terpenoids, diterpenoids, and polycyclic polyprenylated acylphloroglucinols. His group has pioneered methodologies involving gold catalysis, N-heterocyclic carbene ligands, and copper-catalyzed asymmetric reactions, with applications to the synthesis of taxol, platensimycin, and various medicinally relevant compounds. Scientific Awards: Astellas Pharma Bioorganic Chemistry Award from the Society of Synthetic Organic Chemistry (2008) Society of Synthetic Organic Chemistry Pharmaceutical Society of Japan Encouragement Award (2008) Pharmaceutical Society of Japan Encouragement Award (1997) Professor Nakada's research program has resulted in over 155 publications with more than 4290 citations and an h-index of 39 (as of September 2025), demonstrating significant impact in the field of organic synthesis. His work involves extensive collaboration with students and researchers, as evidenced by the numerous co-authored publications across various synthetic methodologies and natural product syntheses. Nakada's laboratory appears to specialize in the development of chiral catalysts, particularly N-heterocyclic carbene-gold complexes, and their application to challenging asymmetric transformations essential for the synthesis of complex natural products with pharmaceutical relevance.

• Political Science
• European Political History
• Legal History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eizo Nakauchi is a Professor at the Faculty of Political Science and Economics , Waseda University , with a Master of Political Science degree from the same institution. His career spans decades of research and teaching in European political history, legal traditions, and political philosophy. Education Background: 1992: Graduate School, Division of Politics, Waseda University 1982: Faculty of Political Economics, Waseda University His research focuses on Prussian absolutism , Max Weber's political theory , and the historical evolution of political institutions . His publications analyze bureaucratic systems in 18th-century Prussia, Weber's conceptualization of political elements ("dignified leisure" and "spiritual imprint"), and intersections between ancient Greek political thought and modern European philosophy. Scientific awards include the Sakuradakai Encouragement Award (1995) for his early contributions. His academic memberships span the Japanese Political Science Association , Japan Legal History Association , and Comparative Legal History Society . He actively teaches graduate courses in European political history , political thought , and Max Weber studies , while participating in internal research projects at Waseda's Institute of Comparative Law since 1989. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary political theory.

• History of Europe and America
• Area studies
• Foreign language education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

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.

• Sports Business
• Sports Management
• Sports Sciences
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Takeo Hirata is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Sport Sciences and Graduate School of Sport Sciences. He holds a Doctor of Engineering from The University of Tokyo and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. His academic career follows a distinguished professional background in government and sports administration. His research primarily focuses on Sports Business , Sports Management , and Sports Sciences , with particular emphasis on professional football/soccer management, sports industry analysis, and the economic aspects of sports. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in sports management and policy development. Professor Hirata's publications reveal a strong trend toward analyzing Asian football systems, particularly the J-League, with comparative studies against European and South American leagues. His research examines player development pathways, national team performance correlations, sponsorship economics, and the impact of international events like the World Cup on domestic leagues. He has served in numerous leadership roles including President of the Japan Society of Sport Industry, Director of the Japan Association of Athletics Federations, Director of the Japan Sports Association, and Director of the Tokyo Marathon Foundation (2010-2013). Since 2013, he has advised the Cabinet Secretariat as Secretary-General of the Headquarters for the Promotion of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games. His teaching portfolio includes courses such as Introduction of Sport Business, Outline of Sport Business, Seminar on Top Sports Business, and Business Management in Top Sports across both undergraduate and graduate levels at Waseda University. His academic guidance focuses on practical applications of sports business principles within Japan's unique sports ecosystem.

Yumiko Ishihamaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tibetan History
• Mongolian History
• Qing Dynasty History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yumiko Ishihama is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Education, specializing in the history of Tibet, Mongolia, and the Qing dynasty, with a focus on Buddhist political thought and Tibetan Buddhism. She earned her PhD in Literature from Waseda University and has led numerous JSPS-funded research projects. Her work extensively utilizes Tibetan, Mongolian, and Manchu sources to explore the intersections of religion and politics in Inner Asia. She is an active member of the Society for Inner Asian History, Mongolian Studies Association, and Tibetan Studies Association. In addition to her academic roles, she maintains an educational website on Tibetan culture and has had personal encounters with the 14th Dalai Lama, which significantly influenced her scholarly direction. Education: PhD in Literature, Waseda University Research Interests: Ishihama's research centers on the historical relationships between Tibet, Mongolia, and the Qing dynasty, with a particular emphasis on how Tibetan Buddhism influenced political structures and ideologies. She examines primary sources in Tibetan, Mongolian, and Manchu to reconstruct the religious and political narratives of Inner Asia. Her work sheds light on the concept of 'Buddhist government' (chos srid) and how it was shared and implemented across Tibetan, Mongol, and Manchu polities. Recent Articles and Trends: Her recent publications focus on the rituals and political symbolism of the Dalai Lama and Jebtsundampa incarnations, the role of Mongol princes in bridging Tibetan and Mongolian Buddhist worlds, and the intricate diplomatic relationships during the Qing dynasty. These works highlight her expertise in analyzing ceremonial practices, political expressions in religious texts, and cross-cultural exchanges in Inner Asia. Research Projects and Grants: Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research on Tibetan Buddhist interactions under Russian rule (2017–2020) Comprehensive studies on Tibet and Mongolia during nation-building periods (2014–2017) Medieval Tibetan church history and biographies of Tsongkhapa (2004–2005) Basic research on Buddhist terminology in Sanskrit, Tibetan, Mongolian, and Chinese (2000–2001) Teaching and Seminars: She offers a wide range of courses in Asian history, Tibetan history, and social education content studies at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her seminars are known for their depth and use of primary sources, encouraging students to engage with historical texts in their original languages.

• Environmental Economics
• Sustainable Development
• Disaster Recovery Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

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.

• Urban Planning
• Architectural Planning
• Urban History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

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.

• Software Engineering
• Model Checking
• Formal Verification
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Tomoji Kishi is a distinguished faculty member at Waseda University's School of Creative Science and Engineering, where he has been serving since 2009. Previously, he held academic positions at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (2003-2009) following a 21-year career at NEC Corporation (1982-2003). He earned his Ph.D. in Information Science from Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in 2002, building upon his earlier engineering graduate studies at Kyoto University. Professor Kishi's research focuses on software engineering, particularly in software product line development, model checking, formal verification, and aspect-oriented modeling. His work bridges theoretical formal methods with practical applications in embedded systems, automotive software, and IoT technologies. He has made significant contributions to scalability challenges in model checking for configurable systems and has pioneered approaches to variability management and approximate modeling techniques. His publication record demonstrates remarkable consistency and evolution, with 42 papers and 153 citations according to Scopus data (h-index: 7), spanning from foundational work in software architecture in the 1990s to cutting-edge research on AI-enhanced verification methods in 2025. His recent work shows increasing application of machine learning techniques to traditional formal methods problems, particularly in the context of highly configurable systems and IoT applications. ITS Standardization Activity Merit Prize (2022) from Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan IPSJ/ITSCJ Standardization Contribution Award (2017) IPSJ/ITSCJ Project Editor Award (2016 and 2013) Information Processing Society of Japan Society Activity Contribution Award (2010) IPA/SEC Journal Best Paper Award (2007) Information Processing Society of Japan Yamashita Memorial Research Award (1998) Professor Kishi has led multiple JSPS-funded research projects, including recent work on 'variability management methods prioritizing usability through variability mining' (2020-2023) and 'utility-first modeling method' (2017-2020). His industry collaborations, particularly with automotive systems developers, demonstrate the practical impact of his research. He maintains active membership in major professional societies including IEEE Computer Society, ACM, and the Information Processing Society of Japan.

• Japanese Literature
• Classical Japanese Literature
• Waka Poetry
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nobuyuki Kanechiku is a Professor at the Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences and School of Humanities and Social Sciences of Waseda University , where he has served since 1986. He holds a Master's degree in Japanese Literature from Waseda University (1985) and has been actively involved in Japanese classical literature research and educational technology innovation. Education : Master of Arts in Japanese Literature, Waseda University (1985) Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Literature, Waseda University (1979) His research focuses on medieval Japanese waka poetry , classical textual studies, and digital humanities applications in preserving historical manuscripts. His recent publications examine Heian/Kamakura period poetic practices , manuscript authenticity, and educational technology integration in humanities teaching. Notable research projects include: 12-13th Century Waka Expression History : Collaborative analysis of Raisei Shūdan and Jakumon-in Shōkyōdai manuscripts. Enhanced Waka Title Database : Digital compilation of poetic themes and topics from the Kōsa Nikki to early modern periods. Professional Memberships : 早稲田大学国語教育学会 (Waseda University Japanese Language Education Society) 早稲田大学国文学会 (Waseda University Japanese Literature Society) 中古文学会 (Medieval Japanese Literature Society) 中世文学会 (Kamakura Period Literature Society) 和歌文学会 (Waka Literature Society) He contributes to public education through appearances on NHK Educational TV and has developed on-demand university courses for classical literature instruction.

• Sports Psychology
• Coaching Science
• Soccer Performance Analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hiroyuki Horino is a Professor at the Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, where he has taught since 1998 and held his current rank since 2015. He earned a Doctor of Human Sciences from Waseda and specializes in sports psychology and coaching science, with extensive research on soccer performance, athlete mental health, career-transition support, and coach education. Education & Affiliations Doctor of Human Sciences, Waseda University Professor, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University (2015–) Director, Institute of Coaching, Waseda University (2024–2026) Research Focus Horino’s work integrates psychophysiological investigations—such as EMG and fMRI studies of kicking skills—with applied coaching research, match analysis, and the development of support systems for student and professional athletes. Current projects emphasize career-transition literacy, mental-health screening, and evidence-based interventions for university athletes. Publications & Impact He has authored or co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and several influential books, including Mental Guide for Soccer Players and Coaches (2024) and The “Dream Notebook” that Strengthens the Mind (2016). His 2021–2023 output reveals a clear trend toward systematic reviews and scale-development studies that bridge psychological theory and practical coaching tools. Awards & Recognition Paper Award, Japanese Society for Physiological Psychology and Psychophysiology (2001) Key technical roles for FIFA/AFC women’s tournaments (2007–2014) Head coach, Japanese women’s national university teams (Universiade 2011, 2013) Teaching & Service Horino teaches over two dozen undergraduate and graduate courses spanning sport psychology, coaching methodology, and high-performance management. He is an active member of four domestic academic societies and has delivered more than 60 international conference presentations, including invited talks at the European College of Sport Science.

• Anabelian Geometry
• Algebraic Geometry
• Number Theory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Koichiro Sawada serves as Project Assistant Professor at Kyoto University's Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences (RIMS), specializing in high-dimensional anabelian geometry with focus on fundamental groups of hyperbolic polycurves and configuration spaces. His academic background includes: Master of Science, Kyoto University (2016) Doctor of Science, Kyoto University (2019) Sawada's research explores deep connections between geometric structures and algebraic invariants through anabelian techniques. His work establishes reconstruction frameworks for hyperbolic polycurves using pro-p groups, cohomology, and Lie algebras, with applications to Grothendieck's conjecture and finiteness theorems in arithmetic geometry. Recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate significant advancements in configuration space anabelian geometry across positive characteristic settings and generalized group-theoretic properties, building upon foundational 2018 work establishing cohomological aspects and pro-p conjectures for hyperbolic polycurves. Scientific recognition includes: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Research Fellowship for Young Scientists (DC2) Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Research Fellowship for Young Scientists (PD) His research is supported through RIMS project funding and JSPS fellowships, with collaborative work spanning institutions in Japan, France, and Taiwan. Sawada actively contributes to the Arithmetic & Homotopic Galois Theory seminar at RIMS and maintains significant international collaborations. Current research directions involve extending anabelian reconstruction to new geometric contexts and developing computational approaches for fundamental group analysis, with upcoming presentations scheduled at the 2025 East Asia Number Theory Conference and ZMC Conference.

• Architectural history
• Architectural design

Takeshi Hagiwara is a Professor at the Art and Architecture School and the School of Creative Science and Engineering . He holds a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from Waseda University's Graduate School of Science and Engineering (1985) and has over 30 years of academic and professional experience. Education: MS in Civil Engineering, Waseda University (1985) Academic Career: 1988-1990 Research Associate at Nagoya University, 1990-2000 Lecturer at Waseda University, 2000-Present Professor His research focuses on architectural history and design , particularly the interplay between structural systems, material expression, and environmental integration. He explores tactile qualities in architecture, multilayered spatial concepts, and the philosophical relationship between the body and built environments. Publication trends show a consistent focus on material innovation (steel, PC panels), structural aesthetics, and environmental responsiveness across 15+ years. Key themes include urban thickness, metaphorical design, and historical reinterpretation in contemporary practice. 2009 Union of Japanese Architects Award (Encouragement Prize) 2008 International Competition Winner for Miaoli Hakka Cultural Park 2007 Winner of National Kaohsiung Performing Arts Center Competition 2006 Excellent Paper Prize, Japan Institute of Architects As an educator, he leads Graduation Projects , Bachelor's and Master's Theses , and advanced seminars in architectural design. His work bridges academic research and practical implementation through projects like Tokyo Sankei Building and GYOSEI INTERNATIONAL GYM.

• Architectural Engineering
• Construction Management
• 3D Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kosei Ishida is an Associate Professor at the School of Creative Science and Engineering, Waseda University, specializing in architectural and construction engineering. With a Doctor of Engineering degree from Waseda University, he focuses on improving construction workflow efficiency through 3D modeling, BIM integration, and motion analysis techniques. Faculty of Science and Engineering (2012-2014) Graduate School of Creative Science and Engineering (2014) School of Science and Engineering (2009) His research spans architectural planning, city planning, and information-based construction methods, with particular emphasis on work efficiency analysis, 3D laser scanning for structural assessment, and BIM technology adoption in construction companies. He has developed factor analysis frameworks for construction time studies and pioneered pre-cut component design methodologies using 3D scanning. Research trends show strong focus on: 3D modeling and point cloud analysis Construction process optimization Building lifecycle management systems Work environment assessment Material usage efficiency Digital fabrication techniques Scientific awards include: ISARC Best Paper Award (2012) Ono Azusa Memorial Award (2013) Multiple Building Construction Symposium Outstanding Presentation Awards (2014-2015) He teaches courses in construction measurement, building systems, architectural design, and construction management, while maintaining active involvement in industry committees and research projects including digital fabrication methodologies for building repairs.