Research Director: Naoya Shibata
(Professor, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo)
Research Term: Oct 2022 - Mar 2028
Grant Number: JPMJER2202

We will develop an innovative electron microscope that enables direct observation of atomic-scale structures and phenomena directly related to material properties, but which have been impossible to observe using conventional microscopy techniques. Using this microscope, we will establish atomic-scale “direct observation” methods to elucidate the microscopic origin of physical and functional properties, from high temperatures all the way down to very low temperatures, and across a wide range of specimens from nanomaterials to biological samples. We will apply these methods to solving problems at the cutting-edge of the materials and life sciences, and so contribute to tackling society’s most important issues.

Research Groups

- Imaging method and application group
- Microscope development group
- Cryo-STEM group
- Quantum material and thin film fabrication group

Project Headquarters

Yayoi 2-11-16, Bunkyo, Tokyo 113-1856, Japan