CREST

Japan Science and Technology Agency Strategic Basic Research Programs
Strategic Basic Research Programs

Research Area/Projects

On-going

Green Innovation

[Innovative Reactions] Innovation in Chemical Reactions through Active Control of Electrons and Ions for Production
Period : 2018~
Research Supervisor : Ilhyong Ryu

Life Innovation

[Supra-Biological Tissue] Creation and Novel Function Development of Supra-Biological Tissues through Interdisciplinary Fusion
Period : 2025~
Research Supervisor : Kazunari Akiyoshi
[The Power of Life] Elucidating the Power of Life through Innovative Measurement and Analysis Techniques
Period : 2024~
Research Supervisor : Noboru Mizushima
[yuCell] Cell Control
Period : 2023~
Research Supervisor : Miyawaki Atsushi
[Carbon-Blue X] Exploring the Potential of Ocean Blue Carbon Through Investigation of Ocean and Carbon Cycling Interactions
Period : 2023~
Research Supervisor : Shin-ichi Ito
[MultiSensing]Research on Multi-Sensing Biosystems and Development of Adaptive Technologies
Period : 2021~
Research Supervisor : Atsushi Iriki
[Cell Dynamics]Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Intracellular Components
Period : 2020~
Research Supervisor : Toshiya Endo
[Multicellular Interaction] Development of Technology Platforms for Quantitative Analysis of Spatiotemporal Multicellular Interaction
Period : 2019~
Research Supervisor : Michiyuki Matsuda
[Genome Programming] Large-Scale Genome Synthesis and Cell Programming
Period : 2018~
Research Supervisor : Haruhiko Siomi
[Extracellular Fine Particles] Elucidation of Biological Mechanism of Extracellular Fine Particles and the Control System
Period : 2017~
Research Supervisor : Yoshinobu Baba

Nanotechnology & Materials

[Fluctuation-based Materials] Creation of Functional Materials through Introduction/Control of Fluctuations
Period : 2025~
Research Supervisor : Takayoshi Sasaki
[Materials Development and Recycling] Creation of Innovative and Integrated Technologies for Materials Development and Circular Processes and Development of Their Scientific Basis
Period : 2024~
Research Supervisor : Tomonaga Okabe
[Photonics Synergy] Frontier Exploration via the Synergy of Photonics/Optics with Information, Communication, Sensing, and Material Technologies
Period : 2024~
Research Supervisor : Yoshiaki Nakano
[Nano-Material Semiconductors] Fundamental Technology for Semiconductor-Device Structures Using Nanomaterials
Period : 2023~
Research Supervisor : Riichiro Saito
[Quantum Frontiers] Exploring Quantum Frontiers Through Quantum-Classical Interdisciplinary Fusion
Period : 2023~
Research Supervisor : Nobuyuki Imoto
[Degradation and Stability] Precise Material Science for Degradation and Stability
Period : 2021~
Research Supervisor : Atsushi Takahara
[Exploring Unknown Materials]Exploring Innovative Materials in Unknown Search Space
Period : 2021~
Research Supervisor : Hiroshi Kitagawa
[Precise Arrangement toward Functionality] Precise Arrangement towards the Functionality of Molecular Systems
Period : 2020~
Research Supervisor : Nobuo Kimizuka
[Information Carriers]Integrated Devices and Systems Utilized by Information Carriers
Period : 2020~
Research Supervisor : Toshiro Hiramoto
[Innovative Optics and Photonics] Creating Innovative Optics and Photonics Based on Creative Principles
Period : 2019~
Research Supervisor : Satoshi Kawata
[Nanomechanics] Elucidation of Macroscale Mechanical Properties Based on Understanding Nanoscale Dynamics for Innovative Mechanical Materials
Period : 2019~
Research Supervisor : Kohzo Ito
[Topology] Creation of Core Technology Based on the Topological Materials Science for Innovative Devices
Period : 2018~
Research Supervisor : Masahito Ueda
[Thermal Control] Creation of Innovative Core Technologies for Nano-enabled Thermal Management
Period : 2017~
Research Supervisor : Shigeo Maruyama
[Revolutional Materials Development] Revolutional Material Development by Fusion of Strong Experiments with Theory/Data Science
Period : 2017~
Research Supervisor : Hideo Hosono

Info & Communications Tech.

[Symbiotic AI Interdisciplinary System] Creation of Interdisciplinary System Foundation for a Symbiotic and Collaborative Society with Humans and AI
Period : 2025~
Research Supervisor : Kiyoshi Izumi
[Embodied AI Systems] Fundamentals and Core Technologies for Embodied AI
Period : 2025~
Research Supervisor : Tetsuya Ogata
[Prediction Mathematical Foundation] Creation of Mathematical Foundation for Prediction and Control
Period : 2024~
Research Supervisor : Motoko Kotani
[Innovative Measurement and Analysis] Creating Innovative Measurement and Analysis Systems Aiming to Solve Social Issues
Period : 2022~
Research Supervisor : Takashi Washio
[Society 5.0 System Software] Creation of System Software for Society 5.0 by Integrating Fundamental Theories and System Platform Technologies
Period : 2021~
Research Supervisor : Yasuo Okabe
[Bio-DX]Innovation of Life Science through Digital Transformation Focused on Data-Driven and AI-Driven Technologies
Period : 2021~
Research Supervisor : Yasushi Okada
[Trusted Quality AI Systems] Core Technologies for Trusted Quality AI Systems
Period : 2020~
Research Supervisor : Akiko Aizawa
[Mathematical Information Platform] Creating Information Utilization Platform by Integrating Mathematical and Information Sciences, and Development to Society
Period : 2019~
Research Supervisor : Naonori Ueda
[Computational Foundation] Technology for Computing Revolution for Society 5.0
Period : 2018~
Research Supervisor : Shuichi Sakai
[Symbiotic Interaction] Creation and Development of Core Technologies Interfacing Human and Information Environments
Period : 2017~
Research Supervisor : Kenji Mase

Completed

※ It has not been updated after the research activity ends. Affiliations and titles are as of the end of the research activity.

[Fundamental technologies for COVID-19] Creation of fundamental technologies by interdisciplinary research to coexist with infectious diseases including COVID-19
Period : 2020~2023
Research Supervisor : Aikichi Iwamoto
[Intelligent Measurement Analysis] Development and Application of Intelligent Measurement-Analysis Methods through Coalition between Measurement Technologies and Informatics
Period : 2016~2024
Research Supervisor : Yoshiyuki Amemiya
[Opt Bio] Development and Application of Optical Technology for Spatiotemporal Control of Biological Functions
Period : 2016~2024
Research Supervisor : Ryoichiro Kageyama
[Quantum Technology] Creation of an innovative quantum technology platform based on the advanced control of quantum states
Period : 2016~2023
Research Supervisor : Yasuhiko Arakawa
[Artificial Intelligence] Development and Integration of Artificial Intelligence Technologies for Innovation Acceleration
Period : 2016~2024
Research Supervisor : Minoru Etoh
[Advanced Photonics] Advanced core technology for creation and practical utilization of innovative properties and functions based upon optics and photonics
Period : 2015~2023
Research Supervisor : Ken-ichi Kitayama
[Energy Harvesting] Scientific Innovation for Energy Harvesting Technology
Period : 2015~2023
Research Supervisor : Kenji Taniguchi
[Innovative Catalysts] Innovative catalysts and creation technologies for the utilization of diverse natural carbon resources
Period : 2015~2023
Research Supervisor : Wataru Ueda
[Robustness in Plants] Creation of fundamental technologies contribute to the elucidation and application for the robustness in plants against environmental changes
Period : 2015~2023
Research Supervisor : Satoshi Tabata
[Mathematical Model] Modeling Methods allied with Modern Mathematics
Period : 2014~2021
Research Supervisor : Takashi Tsuboi
[Two-Dimensional Films] Development of Atomic or Molecular Two-Dimensional Functional Films and Creation of Fundamental Technologies for Their Applications
Period : 2014~2021
Research Supervisor : Atsushi Kurobe
[Single Cell Analysis] Innovative Technology Platforms for Integrated Single Cell Analysis
Period : 2014~2021
Research Supervisor : Sumio Sugano
[Intelligent Information Processing] Intelligent Information Processing Systems Creating Co-Experience Knowledge and Wisdom with Human-Machine Harmonious Collaboration
Period : 2014~2021
Research Supervisor : Norihiro Hagita
[Big Data] Advanced Application Technologies to Boost Big Data Utilization for Multiple-Field Scientific Discovery and Social Problem Solving
Period : 2013~2021
Research Supervisor : Yuzuru Tanaka
[Nano-electronics] Innovative Nano-electronics through Interdisciplinary Collaboration among Material, Device and System Layers
Period : 2013~2021
Research Supervisor : Takayasu Sakurai
[Big Data] Advanced Core Technologies for Big Data Integration
Period : 2013~2021
Research Supervisor : Masaru Kitsuregawa
[Hyper Nano-space Design] Creation of Innovative Functional Materials with Advanced Properties by Hyper-nano-space Design
Period : 2013~2021
Research Supervisor : Tohru Setoyama
[Energy Carrier] Creation of Innovative Core Technology for Manufacture and Use of Energy Carriers from Renewable Energy
Period : 2013~2021
Research Supervisor : Koichi Eguchi
[Molecular Technology] Establishment of molecular technology towards the Creation of New Functions
Period : 2012~2019
Research Supervisor : Hisashi Yamamoto
[EMS] Creation of Fundamental Theory and Technology to Establish a Cooperative Distributed Energy Management System and Integration of Technologies Across Broad Disciplines Toward Social Application
Period : 2012~2020
Research Supervisor : Masayuki Fujita
[Structural Life Science] Structural Life Science and Advanced Core Technologies for Innovative Life Science Research
Period : 2012~2019
Research Supervisor : Keiji Tanaka
[Phase Interfaces] Phase Interface Science for Highly Efficient Energy Utilization
Period : 2011~2018
Research Supervisor : Katsunori Hanamura
[Plant Sciences for CO2 Utilization] Creation of essential technologies to utilize carbon dioxide as a resource through the enhancement of plant productivity and the exploitation of plant products
Period : 2011~2018
Research Supervisor : Akira Isogai
[Marine Biodiversity] Establishment of core technology for the preservation and regeneration of marine biodiversity and ecosystems
Period : 2011~2018
Research Supervisor : Isao Koike
[Biodynamics] Creation of Fundamental Technologies for Understanding and Control of Biosystem Dynamics
Period : 2011~2019
Research Supervisor : Tadashi Yamamoto
[post-Peta Scale] Development of System Software Technologies for post-Peta Scale High Performance Computing
Period : 2010~2017
Research Supervisor : Mitsuhisa Sato
[Element Strategy] Creation of Innovative Functions of Intelligent Materials on the Basis of the Element Strategy
Period : 2010~2017
Research Supervisor : Kohei Tamao
[Algae Bioenergy] Creation of Basic Technology for Improved Bioenergy Production through Functional Analysis and Regulation of Algae and Other Aquatic Microorganisms
Period : 2010~2017
Research Supervisor : Tadashi Matsunaga
Creation of Human-Harmonized Information Technology for Convivial Society
Period : 2009~2016
Research Supervisor : Toyoaki Nishida
Creative research for clean energy generation using solar energy
Period : 2009~2016
Research Supervisor : Masafumi Yamaguchi
Innovative Technology and System for Sustainable Water Use
Period : 2009~2016
Research Supervisor : Shinichiro Ohgaki
Creation of Innovative Technologies to Control Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Period : 2008~2015
Research Supervisor : Itaru Yasui
Alliance for Breakthrough between Mathematics and Sciences (ABMS)
Period : 2007~2015
Research Supervisor : Yasumasa Nishiura
Development of High-Performance Nanostructures for Process Integration
Period : 2008~2015
Research Supervisor : Masahiro Irie
Creation of Nanosystems with Novel Functions through Process Integration
Period : 2008~2015
Research Supervisor : Jun’ichi Sone
Enhancing Applications of Innovative Optical Science and Technologies by Making Ultimate Use of Advanced Light Sources
Period : 2008~2015
Research Supervisor : Tadashi Itoh
[Disease-related Metabolites] Creation of Innovative Technology for Medical Applications Based on the Global Analyses and Regulation of Disease-Related Metabolites (transferred to the AMED)
Period : 2013~2014
Research Supervisor : Takao Shimizu
[Homeostasis] Innovation for Ideal Medical Treatment Based on the Understanding of Maintenance, Change and Breakdown Mechanisms of Homeostasis among Interacting Organ Systems (transferred to the AMED)
Period : 2012~2014
Research Supervisor : Ryozo Nagai
Development of Fundamental Technologies for Diagnosis and Therapy Based upon Epigenome Analysis (transferred to the AMED)
Period : 2011~2014
Research Supervisor : Masayuki Yamamoto
[Chronic Inflammation] The Creation of basic medical technologies to clarify and control the mechanisms underlying chronic inflammation
Period : 2010~2014
Research Supervisor : Masayuki Miyasaka
Elucidation of the Principles of Formation and Function of the Brain Neural Network and Creation of Control Technologies
Period : 2009~2014
Research Supervisor : Seiji Ozawa
Fundamental Technologies for Medicine Concerning the Generation and Regulation of Induced Pluripotent Stem (iPS) Cells
Period : 2008~2014
Research Supervisor : Toshio Suda
Etiological Basics of and Techniques for Treatment of Allergic and Autoimmune Diseases
Period : 2008~2014
Research Supervisor : Kazuo Sugamura
Research of Innovative Material and Process for Creation of Next-Generation Electronics Devices
Period : 2007~2014
Research Supervisor : Hisatsune Watanabe
Creation of a Novel Technology towards Diagnosis and Treatment Based on Understanding of Molecular Pathogenesis of Psychiatric and Neurological Disorders
Period : 2007~2014
Research Supervisor : Teruhiko Higuchi
Fundamental Technologies for Dependable VLSI System
Period : 2007~2014
Research Supervisor : Shojiro Asai
Dependable Operating Systems for Embedded Systems Aiming at Practical Applications
Period : 2006~2013
Research Supervisor : Mario Tokoro
Development of the Foundation for Nano-Interface Technology
Period : 2006~2013
Research Supervisor : Seiji Shinkai
Establishment of Innovative Manufacturing Technology Based on Nanoscience
Period : 2006~2013
Research Supervisor : Yasuhiro Horiike
The Dynamic Mechanism of and Fundamental Technology for Biological System
Period : 2006~2012
Research Supervisor : Shigetada Nakanishi
Basic Technologies for Controlling Cell Functions Based on Metabolic Regulation Mechanism Analysis
Period : 2005~2012
Research Supervisor : Masahiro Nishijima
Photonics and Quantum Optics for the Creation of Innovative Functions
Period : 2005~2012
Research Supervisor : Tatsuo Izawa
Advanced Integrated Sensing Technologies
Period : 2005~2012
Research Supervisor : Kiyoshi Itao
Technology Innovation and Integration for Information Systems with Ultra Low Power
Period : 2005~2012
Research Supervisor : Takashi Nanya
Novel Measuring and Analytical Technology Contributions to the Elucidation and Application of Material
Period : 2004~2011
Research Supervisor : Michiyoshi Tanaka
High Performance Computing for Multi-Scale and Multi-Physics Phenomena
Period : 2005~2012
Research Supervisor : Genki Yagawa
Novel Measuring and Analytical Technology Contributions to the Elucidation and Application of Life Phenomena
Period : 2004~2011
Research Supervisor : Toshio Yanagida
Foundation of Technology Supporting the Creation of Digital Media Contents
Period : 2004~2011
Research Supervisor : Hiroshi Harashima
Creation of New Technology Aiming for the Realization of Quantum Information Processing Systems
Period : 2003~2010
Research Supervisor : Yoshihisa Yamamoto
Elucidation of Mechanisms Underlying Brain Development and Learning
Period : 2003~2010
Research Supervisor : Tadaharu Tsumoto
Clarification of the Biological Functions of Sugar Chains and the Use of this Knowledge in Applied Technologies
Period : 2002~2009
Research Supervisor : Naoyuki Taniguchi
Basic Technology to Establishing Tailor-Made Medicine by Utilizing Genome Information
Period : 2002~2009
Research Supervisor : Takehiko Sasazuki
The Innovation of Simulation Technology and the Construction of Foundations for Its Practical Use
Period : 2002~2009
Research Supervisor : Norihisa Doi
Creation of Ultrafast, Ultralow Power, Super-performance Nanodevices and Systems
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Hiroyuki Sakaki
Creation of Nanodevices and System Based on New Physical Phenomena and Functional Principles
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Koji Kajimura
Nano Factory and Process Monitoring for Advanced Information Processing and Communication
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Kenji Gamo
Creation and Application of Nano Structural Materials for Advanced Data Processing and Communication
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Hidetoshi Fukuyama
Creation of Bio-Devices and Bio-Systems with Chemical and Biological Molecules for Medical Use
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Hiroyuki Sasabe
Creation and Application of Soft Nano-machine, the Hyperfunctional Molecular Machine
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Hirokazu Hotani
Creation of Novel Nano-material/System Synthesized by Self-organization for Medical Use
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Koji Kaya
Creation of Nano-Structured Catalysts and Materials for Environmental Conservation
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Makoto Misono
Development of Advanced Nanostructured Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage
Period : 2002~2007
Research Supervisor : Akira Fujishima
Protein Structure and Functional Mechanisms -Toward Creation of Innovative Medicines, Diagnosis, and Material Production Based on Functional Mechanisms of Proteins-
Period : 2001~2008
Research Supervisor : Tairo Oshima
Translational Research for Intractable Immune Disorders and Infectious Diseases -Aiming at Creation of Novel Strategies Through Elucidation of Molecular Mechanisms of Pathogenesis-
Period : 2001~2008
Research Supervisor : Tadamitsu Kishimoto
New High-Performance Information Processing Technology Supporting Information-Oriented Society - Aiming at the Creation of New High-Speed, Large-Capacity Computing Technology Based on Quantum Effects, Molecular Functions, Parallel Processing, etc.-
Period : 2001~2008
Research Supervisor : Hidehiko Tanaka
Hydrological System Modeling and Water Resources System -Aiming to Develop Innovative Technological Systems for Predicting, Preserving and Utilizing Water Resources, Based on Consideration of Dynamic Interactions among Climate, Hydrological Cycle and Huma
Period : 2001~2008
Research Supervisor : Katumi Musiake
Development, Differentiation, and Regeneration in Biological Systems
Period : 2000~2007
Research Supervisor : Yoshiki Hotta
Plants Function and Their Control
Period : 2000~2007
Research Supervisor : Akinori Suzuki
Advanced Media Technology for Everyday Living
Period : 1999~2006
Research Supervisor : Makoto Nagao
Function Evolution of Materials and Devices based on Electron/Photon Related Phenomena
Period : 1998~2005
Research Supervisor : Takuo Sugano
Creation and Functions of New Molecules and Molecular Assemblies
Period : 1998~2005
Research Supervisor : Hideki Sakurai
Structure and Function of Genomes
Period : 1998~2005
Research Supervisor : Michio Oishi
Endocrine Disrupters
Period : 1998~2005
Research Supervisor : Tsuguyoshi Suzuki
Research and Development of System Technologies for Resource Recycling and Minimum Energy Requirement
Period : 1998~2005
Research Supervisor : Masaru Hirata
Understanding the Brain
Period : 1998~2004
Research Supervisor : Motoi Kuno
Protecting the Brain
Period : 1997~2004
Research Supervisor : Hideo Sugita
Creating the Brain
Period : 1997~2004
Research Supervisor : Shun-ichi Amari
Mechanism of Global Change
Period : 1997~2004
Research Supervisor : Tomio Asai
Genetic Programming
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Masami Muramatsu
Host Defense Mechanism
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Yoshiyuki Hashimoto
Quantum Effects and Related Physical Phenomena
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Shinji Kawaji
Single Molecule and Atom Level Reactions
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Akio Yamamoto
Phenomena of Extreme Conditions
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Masashi Tachiki
Understanding the Brain (Mechanisms of Brain)
Period : 1998~2004
Research Supervisor : Masanori Otsuka
Social Systems for Better Environment Performance
Period : 1995~2002
Research Supervisor : Yoichi Kaya
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