Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology,
Nagasaki University
Doctoral Degree (3 Year Program)
Application Guidelines

October 2024 Admissions
Spring Application / Summer Application

General Examination
Examination for Those Currently Employed
Entrance Examinations for International Students

Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology, Nagasaki University
Bunkyo 1-14, Nagasaki, 852-8521, Japan
TEL:(095)819-2491 (Direct)

1．Number of Students to be Admitted
Category of
Examinations

Department

・GeneralExamination
Department ofIntegrated Science andTechnology

・Examination for
Those Currently
Employed

Program/Field

Program for Symbiotic Science andTechnology/Field of Environment andMarine Resource Science
Program for Symbiotic Science andTechnology/Field of Chemistry andMaterials Science
Program for Symbiotic Science andTechnology/Field of Engineering andInformation Data Science

Number of Students
to be Admitted
SpringApplication

Summer
Application

16

16

・Examination for
Program for Frontiers of Marine Science
International Students
Program for Water and Environmental
Science

Note 1: The application numbers include the number of applicants for the selection of advancing students.
Note 2: If the total number of students enrolled in April 2024 and the successful candidates from thespring application for admission in October 2024 fall short of the quota; the shortfall will be added
to the quota for the summer application.

In addition, the approximate number accepted for each program during the spring and summer
application periods is as follows:

The target number of admissions for each program during the spring and summer application periods is as follows:(Spring Application)
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Environment and Marine Resource Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Chemistry and Materials Science: Approximately 5 candidates
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Engineering and Information Data Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Frontiers of Marine Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Water and Environmental Science: Approximately 2 candidates(Summer Application)
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Environment and Marine Resource Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Chemistry and Materials Science: Approximately 5 candidates
Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology / Field of Engineering and Information Data Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Frontiers of Marine Science: Approximately 3 candidates
Program for Water and Environmental Science: Approximately 2 candidates

2．Eligibility for Application
To be eligible to apply for the program, one of the following requirements needs to be fulfilled.
Note: For “Examinations for Those Currently Employed,” the applicant must be working as a member of the
management team or a regular employee of a public/private entity at the time of application, must have obtained consent
from an authorized supervisor, and must fulfill one of the following requirements.
Note: For “Examination for International Students,” the applicant must be a non-Japanese citizen (excluding those withJapanese permanent resident status or those who have graduated from a Japanese university and completed educationfrom a Japanese graduate school) who fulfills one of the following requirements.
(1) Those who have obtained (or are expected to obtain by September 2024) a master’s or a professional degree.
(2) Those who have been conferred (or will be conferred by September 2024) a degree equivalent to a master’s or aprofessional degree in countries other than Japan.
(3) Those who have been conferred (or will be conferred by September 2024) a degree equivalent to a master’s or aprofessional degree in Japan after the completion of required correspondence courses conducted by an authorizedschool outside Japan.
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(5) Those who have completed the courses from the United Nations University and have been conferred (or are
expected to be conferred by September 2024) a degree equivalent to a master’s degree.
(6) Those who have completed or will complete the education program at a foreign school, the United Nations
University, or an education facility specified in (4), and those who have passed or are expected to pass by
September 2024 the examination and screening test prescribed in Article 16 section 2 of the Establish Standardsof the Graduate School and have had their academic achievement recognized as equivalent to or greater thanthose with a master’s degree. (See “3. Preliminary Eligibility Screening”)(7) Those who are specified by the Ministry of Education Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. (1989 Ministryof Education, Public Notification No.118) as follows:① Those who have been engaged in research for more than two years at university or research institutes after their
university graduation and have had their academic achievement through the relevant research result recognizedas equivalent to or greater than those with a master’s degree. (See “3. Preliminary Eligibility Screening”)② Those who have been engaged in research for more than two years at a university or research institutes after
completing 16 years of required school education in countries other than Japan or completing 16 years of required
school education by a correspondence course conducted by other countries in Japan, and have had their academic
achievement recognized as equivalent to or greater than those with a master’s degree through the relevant research
result by the Graduate School of Engineering. (See “3. Preliminary Eligibility Screening”)(8) Those who have been deemed to have academic ability equivalent to or greater than those with a master’s degree
or a professional degree through individual preliminary screening in the institute will be at least 24 years of age
by September 30, 2024. (See “3. Preliminary Eligibility Screening”)

3．Preliminary Eligibility Screening(1) Applicants seeking qualification under options (6), (7), or (8) of the“Eligibility for Application”must submit the required
documents to the Student Affairs Division of the Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology for prescreening by the deadlines specified below.
・Spring Application: Tuesday, 26 March, 2024

・Summer Application: Thursday, 9 May, 2024

Submission Documents

Note

Application for Preliminary Screening (Form 5)
Application Form (Form 1)
Certified (original) Copy of Graduation Certificate/
Expected Gradation Certificate
Official Transcript

Application Form issued by the instituteApplication Form issued by the instituteIssued under the authority of the last institute from which the applicant has graduated. A
photocopy of the diploma is not acceptable.
Issued under the authority of the last institute from which the applicant has graduated.
In addition, submit the university’s official grading scale that outlines the grading system.

(Highest Education degree)

Research Achievement (Form 6)

List the titles of papers, conference, dates of publications, presentations, and name ofjournals, publishers etc. on the prescribed form.
(Only for those who have performance results)

Research Progress Report (Form 7)

Provide a detailed description of “Research Achievement (Form 6)” on theprescribed form, attaching supporting evidence (e.g., papers, reprint, excerpts).

Application Form issued by the institute
Return Envelope for Preliminary Screening Result(Only for the applicants residing in Japan)

Those who have passed or are expected to pass the exam equivalent to the Qualifying
Examination or those who apply under Eligibility for Application (6) must submit the(expected) Qualified Certificate issued under the authority of the president or the dean of
the university.
A return envelope with stamps worth 344 yen for express delivery as specified: No.3 Long
Type (12cm✕23.5cm). Clearly state your Postal Code, Address, and Name

Proof of legal status in Japan(International Applicants only)

Submit a photocopy of the name page of your passport.
If you are already in Japan, also submit a copy of your residence card or passport visa
page for verification. If arriving after acceptance, submit it upon arrival.

OthersIf documents produced by foreign schools or institutions are in a language other thanJapanese or English, a Japanese or English translation must be attached.

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（*）The prescribed Application Form is available for download from the home page of the “Graduate School ofIntegrated Science and Technology, Nagasaki University.”
Website →“入試情報”(Entrance Examinations) → “募集要項”(Application Guidelines)(URL：https://www.ist.nagasaki-u.ac.jp/graduate/boshuyoukou)(2) In principle, Preliminary Eligibility Screening is conducted based on the submitted documents. Applicants will be
notified of the screening results prior to the start of the application period. Those who are deemed eligible for applicationmust follow the procedures set out in “4. Period of Application” and “5. Application Procedure”.

4．Application Period
Spring Application: From Monday, 22 April, 2024, to Friday, 26 April, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).
Summer Application: From Monday, 3 June, 2024, to Friday, 7 June, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).
(1) In principle, all of the following application documents as listed in article 5 below, must be scanned and converted
to a PDF file and sent to the address stated below via email by the deadline.
Email Address: seisan_daigakuin@ml.nagasaki-u.ac.jp
The original Hard Copy must be posted by registered express mail.
Postal Address: Student Affairs Division for the Institute of Integrated Science and Technology
Administrative Department, Nagasaki University
1-14 Bunkyo, Nagasaki 852-8521, Japan(2) Applicants may submit the documents in person between 9:00 to 17:00. (JST)(Except Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

5．Application Procedures
Applicants must submit the following documents to the Student Affairs Division for the Institute of Integrated Scienceand Technology Administrative Department, Nagasaki University by the deadline.
Before applying, select a prospective supervisor who is willing to accept you and consult on yourresearch plan.
* The prescribed Application Form is available for download from the home page of the “Graduate School of Integrated
Science and Technology, Nagasaki University.”
Website →“入試情報”(Entrance Examinations) →“募集要項”(Application Guidelines)(URL：https://www.ist.nagasaki-u.ac.jp/graduate/boshuyoukou)
Submission Documents

Note
Fill out the application form issued by the institute.

Application Form〔Form1〕* Consult with your prospective academic advisor (Refer to “Primary Faculty Supervisor List andResearch Focus”) prior to filling in the form.
Except for those already submitted for the preliminary eligibility screening.

Photo Card, Admission Ticket,
and Payment of Certificate for
the Entrance Examination Fee〔Form2〕

Attach your ID photos (size L 4cm x W 3 cm, upper body, no hat or cap, full face view, taken
within the three months) on the prescribed Photo Card and Admission Ticket.

Certified (original) copy ofIssued under the authority of the university from which the applicant has graduated or is

Graduation Certificate or Expected

Completion Certificate(Highest education degree)

expected to graduate. A photocopy of the diploma is not acceptable.
Except for those already submitted for the preliminary eligibility screening.
Issued under the authority of the university from which the applicant has graduated or is expected

Official Transcript

to graduate.

(Highest education degree)

Except for those already submitted for the preliminary eligibility screening.
In addition, submit the university’s official grading scale that outlines the grading system.

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List the titles of papers, conference, dates of publications, presentations, and name of journals, publishers etc.
on the prescribed form. (Only for those who have performance results)

Research Achievement〔Form 6〕

Except for those already submitted for the preliminary eligibility screening.

Provide a detailed description of “Research Achievement (Form 6)” on the prescribed form,
attaching supporting evidence (e.g., papers, reprint, excerpts).
Except for those already submitted for the preliminary eligibility screening.

Research Progress Report〔Form 7〕
Dissertation Contents

Describe the abstract of the Master’s Thesis in 1,000 words or less in the prescribed form.
Except for applicants without master’s degrees.

〔Form 8〕
Abstract ofYour Research
Plan 〔Form 9〕
Consent
formoftheExamination and Enrollment〔Form10〕Return Envelope for admission
ticket(Only for the applicants residing
in Japan)
Proof of legal status in Japan(International Applicants only)

Registration of Address andOther Information(In order to send Notification of
Success, etc.)

Fill out the abstract of the research plan in the prescribed form after consulting with theprospective supervisor.
Those who are employed by the government or any private company must submit the prescribed
consent form signed by the head of the organization.
A return envelope with stamps worth 344 yen for express delivery as specified: No.3 Long Type (12cm✕
23.5cm). Clearly state your Postal Code, Address, and Name
Submit a photocopy of the name page of your passport.
If you are already in Japan, also submit a copy of your residence card or passport visa page for verification.
If arriving after acceptance, submit it upon arrival.
Input the information via the form found under “入試情報” (Exam Information details) -> “募集要項”(Application Guidelines) on the “School of Integrated Production Science” website. (Submission of physicaldocuments is not required)

URL: https://www.ist.nagasaki-u.ac.jp/graduate/boshuyoukou
Website Entry Availability Period:

Spring Application: From Monday, 15 April, 2024, to Friday, 26 April, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).
Summer Application: From Monday, 27 May, 2024, to Friday, 7 June, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).

Payment Period
Spring Application: From Monday, 15 April, 2024, to Friday, 26 April, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).
Summer Application: From Monday, 27 May, 2024, to Friday, 7 June, 2024, until 17:00 (JST).

Payment Method
Access the E-payment site as below:
1.

Japanese: https://e-shiharai.net/

2.

English: https://e-shiharai.net/ecard/

Note: Nagasaki University Graduate School is not listed on the“e-shiharai.net/english” page.
On the Japanese page, click “大学院 （the graduate school）”, then “全ての学校を表示する (Show

Entrance

Examination¥30,000 (JPY)Fee

all schools)”, and then “長崎大学大学院（国立大学法人） (Graduate School, Nagasaki University(National University Corporation))”.
On the English page, click “Examination Fee”.
Please follow the instructions on the screen.
The Entrance Examination Fee can be paid by either one of the following methods:

(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

Convenience store payment,
Pay-easy ATM (payment at financial institutions),
Pay-easy net banking or other internet banking,Credit card

*For the E-payment service English version, ONLY Credit card settlement is available.
The payer shall bear any fees required for payment.
The transfer fee differs for each payment method, so please confirm the fee amount on the application screen.
Payment Certificate-6-The following form must be attached to the slip titled “Payment Certificate for the Entrance Examination
Fee” (hereinafter referred to as the “SLIP”) for each payment method selected.
In the case of (1) payment at a convenience store:
After payment, cut along the dotted line of the “収納証明書 (Certificate of Receipt)” part of the “取扱明細書 （取扱明細書兼受領書）（Transaction Statement (Transaction Statement and Receipt))” that you
received at the convenience store and affix it to the SLIP and submit it.

In the case of (2) Pay-easy ATM (payment at financial institutions):
After payment, affix the “ご利用明細票 (Transaction Details Slip)” that you received to the SLIP and
submit it.
In the case of (3) Pay-easy net banking or other internet banking, and (4) credit card:
After payment, access the E-payment site, enter the [受付番号 (Receipt Number)] and [生年月日 (Dateof Birth)], and you will be notified when the process is completed. Click “照会結果 (Inquiry Result),”
print it out, and then submit it along with the SLIP.
*Should you have any questions about the procedures of the E-payment service, click and check the “利用
ガイド (user guide)” and “よくある質問 (Frequently Asked Questions)” on the Japanese page or “FAQ”
on the English page of the service and reach out to the “E-Service Support Center” via its website.
*If none of the above methods is available, please contact the Fund Management Team, Accounting andProcurement Division, Administration Department(Phone: 095-819-2060 (Except Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)/ E-mail Address: sikin@ml.nagasaki-u.ac.jp).
Note: Cancellations are not possible after payment has been made through the E-payment service. When
payment is made using a credit card, the payment is completed once the payment process is finalized.
Important Notice for your application
Your application will not be accepted if a payment certificate is not affixed or attached.
In principle, the Entrance Examination Fee paid will not be refunded.
* Overseas students on Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) scholarship are not required to pay
the fee.

OthersIf documents produced by foreign schools or institutions are in a language other than Japanese or
English, a Japanese or English translation must be attached.
There is no need to resubmit documents that have already been submitted at the preliminary
eligibility screening.

6． Notes on the Application(1) In principle, changes to the content of applications are not permitted once application procedures have been completed.
(2) All the submitted documents for the application cannot be returned.
(3) Inquiries about the entrance examination should be made by e-mail or postal mail. When sending inquiries by postal
mail, please be sure to enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope for reply. Please note that inquiries by telephone will
not be accepted.
（E-mail: seisan_daigakuin@ml.nagasaki-u.ac.jp）

7．Screening Method(1) Examination Date （Designated by the Graduate School during the following period）
Examination for Spring Application: From Monday, 20 May, 2024, to Friday, 24 May, 2024
Examination for Summer Application: From Friday, 5 July, 2024, to Thursday, 11 July, 2024
(2) Examination Venue
Faculty of Information and Data Science Building, School of Engineering Building, Faculty ofEnvironmental Science Building, Faculty of Fisheries Building, Nagasaki University
1-14 Bunkyo, Nagasaki, Japan 852-8521(3) Allocation of points for the Academic Achievement Examination-7-

Entrance Examination Category

Interview

Oral Examination

Total Score

100

100

200

General Examination,
Examination For Those Currently EmployedExamination for International Students

Interview and oral examination will be conducted individually by multiple interviewers.
*For the entrance examination of the Program for Water and Environmental Science, all examination sections will be
conducted in English, and applicants are required to provide their responses in English as well.
(4) Acceptance Criteria
Successful applicants will be those who score more than 50% of the total score.
If your performance in the interview is significantly poor, you may be rejected regardless of your performancein the oral examination.

The oral examination and interview will be evaluated in the following manner.
Method of Evaluation
The application documents will be referenced during the examination to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of theapplicant's motivation for applying, foundational knowledge and academic abilities at the master’s completion level,
and research plans, among other aspects.
（5）Entrance Examinations over the Internet
If you wish to have an interview and oral examination conducted via the internet, it is necessary to consult with theprospective supervisor in advance and ensure that thorough preparations are made.

8．Notes on Examination(1) Applicants must bring the Admission Ticket issued by this graduate school on the day of the examination.
(2) Applicants must be at the designated rendezvous point 20 minutes before the examination starts.
（Latecomers will not be permitted to take the exam after it has started.）(3) Turn off your mobile phones and other electronic devices before entering the examination room.
(4) Make arrangements to arrive at the university well in advance of the examination. Ensure you take into account thepossibility of unforeseen events, such as severe weather, that may affect your arrival and/or participation in theexamination. The examination date may be postponed in case of an unforeseen event, such as a natural disaster, on
the examination day.
(5) As a rule, there will be no make-up examination. However, if there are uncontrollable circumstances and it is deemed

appropriate, a make-up exam may be conducted.
Furthermore, in the event of unforeseen circumstances, a postponed examination may be conducted as well.

9．Announcement of Successful Applicants

Spring Application: At 10:00 (JST) on Tuesday, 18 June, 2024
Summer Application: At 10:00 (JST) on Tuesday, 6 August, 2024
* The results for the successful applicant(s) will be announced on the board at the main entrance of the Faculty ofEnvironmental Sciences: and sent by postal mail for domestic applicants and by email for overseas applicants.
* A list of successful applicants will be available on the following Nagasaki University Graduate School of Integrated
Science and Technology website from 10:00 on the same day.
（URL：https://www.ist.nagasaki-u.ac.jp/graduate/goukaku）* Inquiries regarding the examination results will not be accepted over the phone.
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Successful applicants must follow the enrollment procedures outlined below. Details will be enclosed with theNotification of Success in the Examination.
(1) Procedures Period
From Wednesday, 28 August, 2024 to Monday, 2 September, 2024
Reception hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (JST) (Except Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)(2) Fees
Enrollment Fee ・・・・・・ JPY 282,000(Note) Enrollment fees shall not be refunded once paid.
Additional Information① Tuition Fee for 2024 (Annually): JPY 535,800 (Previous Year’s Data for Reference)(First semester JPY 267,900; Second semester JPY 267,900)② Payment periods for the tuition fee will be as follows.
The first semester：April
The second semester：October
If an amendment of the tuition fee has been conducted, the new tuition fee will apply from the date of revision.
The exemption or deferment of the enrollment fee and tuition fee is possible.
(Details will be enclosed with the enrollment procedural documents)
Admission and tuition fees are not required for international students supported by Japanese government(Monbukagakusho: MEXT) scholarships.

11．Handling of Personal Information(1) Personal information obtained from the application documents will be used to select incoming students. Additionally,
the personal data of successful applicants will be used for the enrollment guidance procedures, and the personal
information of enrolled students will be used for the student registration processes.
(2) Results of the entrance examination and other personal information will be used in the screening process, for example,
for exemption from admission and/or tuition fees, if applicable, and for various scholarships. They may also be used forvarious other academic matters.
(3) Personal information obtained from the application documents and the entrance examination will be used for statisticalsurveys and studies related to the selection of incoming students.
(4) Personal information obtained from the application documents and the entrance examination will not be used for
purposes other than those mentioned above nor provided to third parties, except as provided for by the "Personal
Information Protection Law."

12. For Applicants Requiring Disability-related Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities who require (assistance/special care) to complete their examination or attend classes may
consult with the Student Administration Division of the Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology. Pleasesubmit an application form (any format) with the following information and a medical certificate by Friday, 29 March,2024 for the Spring Examination and by Tuesday, 14 May, 2024 for the Summer Examination.
Please note that the results of the pre-consultation will not be used against you in the selection process.
Applicants will never be negatively affected in the screening process by the results of an advance consultation.
If necessary, an interview may be held with the applicant or the spokesperson from the university where the applicant
received their last degree.
Failure to apply in advance might result in no assistance/special care being available.
○ Description of the application form
(1) Category of the Entrance Examination and the name of the program (field/track) to which you are applying(2) Type and condition of disabilities(3) Description of assistance request at the entrance examination(4) Description of the assistance request after enrollment(5) Assistance service received at the former academic institute(6) Condition of daily life
(7) Postal code, Address, Name, and the Contact Phone Number (FAX Number) of the applicant
Note: Nagasaki University Student Accessibility Office will support students and applicants with disabilities.
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Nagasaki University performs security export control based on the "Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act" so that
foreign students' education and research contents do not obstruct the maintenance of international peace and security.
Please note that the applicants may be required to change their desired education and research content. In addition, pleaseinquire about the details of the department.

14. Other Information

The long-term enrollment system is designed for students who experience challenges in completing their educational
programs within the standard term due to occupational or other reasons. In this system, students are permitted to extend
their study period beyond the standard term, with maximum enrollment duration of up to six years.
If a student is admitted to this program, the total tuition fee for the standard study period (typically three years) will beevenly distributed across each semester during the approved extended enrollment period.

The following criteria determine eligibility for the long-term enrollment program:(1) Those currently employed who experience challenges in completing their studies within the standard term.
(2) Individuals engaged in housework, childcare, or nursing care.
(3) Individuals with disabilities.
(4) Those who have other valid reasons impeding their ability to complete their studies within the standard term.
Should you wish to use the long-term enrollment system, you must consult your academic advisor beforehand.

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Primary Faculty Supervisor List and Research Focus
Faculty with underscored names are also listed in other programs/fields. Review these before making your selection.

Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology
Field of Environment and Marine Resource Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Yasutake Atsuko

Design and management method for maintaining and developing dwelling environment

Yamaguchi Kohei

Development of high-quality maintenance technology for infrastructure structures anddiagnostic technology for social implementation

Asakura Hiroshi

Development of recycling technology, analysis of microplastics, development oftechnology for acceleration of stabilization of landfill sites

Iguchi Keiichiro

Conservation of freshwater biodiversity

Umakoshi Kodo

Seismic activity in Unzen Volcano Utilization of geothermal resources

Endo Aiko

Water-energy-food nexus, coastal and ocean policy, interdisciplinary studies

Okada Jiro

Behavioral and sensory mechanisms in invertebrates / Effects of anthropogenic
environmental chemicals on invertebrate behavior

Katayama Kensuke

National, regional and urban planning under the depopulation, Regional cooperation,
Analysis of transformation of European spatial planning

Kawamoto Kazuaki

Aerosol-cloud-precipitation interactions, cloud analysis using satellite data

Goto Seiko

Landscape Design, History of Japanese Gardens outside of Japan, Healing Effects ofViewing Japanese Gardens

Takao Yuji

Analytical chemistry of harmful organic compounds with trace level in the environment

Nagae Masaki

Effects of human medicines on fish behavior and reproductive functions /Toxicological evaluation of transboundary air pollution in East Asia

Nakagawa Kei

Fate of environmentally hazardous substances in the subsurface environment /Remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater Hydrogeochemistry

Nakayama Hideki

Elucidation and application of biological functions that contribute to the upcycling ofenvironmental pollutants

Nishiyama Masaya

Microorganisms and minerals in soil and rhizosphere

Muto Tetsuji

Morphodynamics and genetic stratigraphy of alluvial-shelf sedimentary systems

Yamaguchi Noriyuki Movement ecology of migratory birds

Watanabe Takashi

Identification of characteristics of open spaces and landscape / Evaluation of ecological
functions of open spaces and landscape / Identification of present situation of local
municipality managements and civic activities about conservation and restoration ofopen spaces and landscapeOta Masahiko

Forest policy and economics, natural resource management, rural livelihoods, community
development, and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) both in developing anddeveloped countries

Primary Faculty Supervisor List and Research Focus
Faculty with underscored names are also listed in other programs/fields. Review these before making your selection.

Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology
Field of Environment and Marine Resource Science
Faculty
Kagabu Makoto
Koyama Mitsuhiko
Shirakawa Seiji

Research Subjects / Research Themes
Scientific assessment of the interaction between the hydrological cycle and humanactivities by adopting groundwater age dating and isotope hydrology methods
Research on improving the efficiency and clarifying the mechanism of microbial
processes that convert waste biomass into valuable resources
Design of Organocatalysts and Its Application to Environmentally Benign Organic
Synthesis

Seki Yoko

environmental philosophy, environmental ethics, ethics for co-existence

Suk Sunhee

Researches on the micro and macro impact of market-based environmental policies on
the economy and environment

Takasu Hiroyuki

Evaluation of impact of terrestrial matter inflow on coastal environment

Takeshita Takayuki

Energy system modeling and analysis, Assessment of clean energy technologies

Nakayama Tomoki

Laboratory and observational studies of behavior and properties of gases and aerosol
particles in the atmosphere

Hattori Mitsuru

Effects of species interactions on adaptation of organisms

Fukami Satoshi

Sustainable tourism, Biocultural diversity Island tourism, Ecotourism Geopark,
UNESCO world heritage, Geographical and environmental education

Yamaguchi Masahiro Effects of air pollution and global change on plants
Kubo Takashi

Evaluation of environmental risks caused by toxic chemicals

Amano Masao

Ecology and phylogeny of marine mammals

Arakawa Osamu

Distribution, dynamics, and physiologic functions of marine toxins that cause foodpoisoning

Inoue Tetsushi

Symbiotic associations between microbes and marine organisms

Osatomi Kiyoshi
Kameda Kazuhiko
Kiyota Masashi
Kuwano Kazuyoshi
Sakakura Yoshitaka

Pathologic biochemistry of anti-oxidant enzymes in fishes Structures and functions ofendogenous proteases in fishes and shellfishes
Study on the modern change of the supply-demand balance of marine products.
Socioeconomic study on management of marine resources
Studies on the health and sustainability of local fisheries and marine ecosystems basedon fish stock assessment, ecosystem modeling and ecological indicators
Study of sea desertification, Cryopreservation of seaweeds, Control of life cycle ofseaweeds
Larviculture and early life history of marine fishes

Primary Faculty Supervisor List and Research Focus
Faculty with underscored names are also listed in other programs/fields. Review these before making your selection.

Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology
Field of Environment and Marine Resource Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Satuito Cyril Glenn
Perez

Elucidating the settlement mechanism of sessile organisms. Developing new antifoulingtechniques

Shimizu Kenichi

Research on appropriate operation of nautical instruments, Research for on board
working environment or sanitary environment

Suga Koushirou

Research on infectious diseases of aquaculture species

Suzuki Toshikazu

Plankton ecology, Marine microbial food webs

Takatani Tomohiro

Influence of environmental factors on the toxin production of microalgae
Identification and characterization of marine toxins

Taniyama Shigeto

Research on the food and nutrition sciences of marine products /Matsushita Yoshiki

Research on fishing technologies for sustainable use of fisheries resources

Yamaguchi Kenichi

Studies on protein synthesis systems and functional macromolecules in aquatic/marineorganisms

Wada Minoru

Ecological studies on aquatic microbes

Kawabata Yuuki

Anti-predator behaviors of animals; Predator-prey behavioral interactions in marineorganisms

Kim Hee-Jin

Physiological ecology of zooplankton・Anthropogenic pollutants in the marine
environment

Kondo Yoshiko

Biogeochemical cycles of trace metals in the ocean

Takikawa Tetsutaro

Physical oceanography, Fluid dynamics of the ocean and atmosphere, Physical processes
in the marine ecosystem

Takeuchi Seiji

Population and community dynamics in coastal marine benthos

Takegaki Takeshi

Evolutionary and behavioral ecology of fishes and cephalopods

Yagi Mitsuharu

Studies on ship navigation and seamanship, Microplastic studies

Yoshida Asami

Studies on the structures and functions of endogenous proteases in fish and shellfish,
and their applications in food science

Wang Yao

Food science and histological research on aquatic products

Ohba Shinya

Behavioral ecology in insects / Conservation ecology in rare aquatic insects / Studies on
the biodiversity in islands

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Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology
Field of Chemistry and Materials Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Umakoshi Keisuke

Development and application of photofunctional metal complexes

Kimura Masanari

Development of Efficient Organic Synthesis for Functionalized Materials

Sagara Takamasa

Electrochemically regulated dynamics of organized soft matter/Construction ofelectrochemical element cycling system

Sakuda Eri

Synthesis and application of photofunctional compounds

Tanabe Shuji

Study on the preparation procedure of nano catalysts using sonochemical process

Nakatani Hisayuki

Study of Polymer Degradation Mechanism and Development of Biodegradable
Polymer

Hyodo Takeo

Design of functional ceramics and their applications

Murakami Hiroto

Design of functional polyurethane elastomers and easily peelable pressure sensitiveadhesives and their application

Moriguchi Isamu

Development of Energy Storage Device Materials via Nanostructural Control

Morimura Takao

Development and Structural Analysis of Thermoelectric Materials

Arikawa Yasuhiro

Activation of Small Molecules by Transition Metal Complexes

Urita Koki

Study on unique phenomena in nanopores

Unno Hideaki

Structural and functional analysis of proteins

Ohgai Takeshi

Fabrication of Functional Metallic Materials Using Electrodeposition Technique

Onodera Gen

Catalytic reaction for organic synthesis by use of transition-metal-complex

Kamada Kai

Bioapplication of low-dimensional ceramics

Sawai Hitomi

Structure-function analysis of membrane proteins involved in the physiologicalregulation of nutritional metals

Dao Thi Ngoc Anh

Research development of biopolymers in nanotechnology applications

Bun ChanData-based chemistry by quantum mechanics on supercomputer

Fukuda Tsutomu

Development of synthetic methodology for biologically active compounds

Yamada Hirotoshi

Electrochemical phenomena at interfaces between solids

Ueda Taro

Advancement of gas-detection function by controlling the reaction interfaces

Tahara Hironobu

Development of functional ionic liquids

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Field of Chemistry and Materials Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Motokucho Suguru

Study of resource recycling of waste plastics

Shirakawa Seiji

Design of Organocatalysts and Its Application to Environmentally Benign Organic
Synthesis

Hayashi Mikihiro

Synthesis and Property Investigation of Hydrogen Bonding Molecular Crystals

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Program for Symbiotic Science and Technology
Field of Engineering and Information Data Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Ueki Masao

Development of methods and algorithms in statistics and biostatistics, especially for
medical statistics and data analysis.

Ozaki Tomochika

Research on spatial computing, which fuses virtual information with real space

Kanaya Ichiroh

Study on relationship among human beings and artifacts by surveying world heritages
and creating interactive arts.

Kiyasu Senya

Pattern information processing such as 3D measurement, medical image processing, andpattern recognition in remote sensing

Kobayashi Toru

Software system development technology that combines IoT and AI, advanced web
application development technology. Metaverse related technology

Shibata Yuichiro

Research on next-generation computer architectures such as reconfigurable computing
and quantum error correction

Takada Hideaki

Research on human-friendly communication media using high-reality 3D image andaudio technology

Jun Byungdug

Measurement research using mobile objects such as drones applying GIS and remotesensing technology

Miyamoto Michiko

Empirical research in the fields of IT governance, marketing science, sports data science,
management and social science

Mochida Keiichi

Data science research applied to enhance bio-productivity

Arai Kenichi

Research on evaluation of cryptographic protocol security

Ichifuji Yu

Research on Estimating Human Flow and Modeling Behavior, including the analysis of
tourist behavior, examination of methods for controlling human flow, and support for
tourism policies.

Ito Sohei

Software verification by formal methods, process mining, theoretical computer science

Umezu Yuta

Development of statistics and machine learning methodologies and its application

Kamiyama Takeshi

Research on Urban sensing and Smart mobility using mobile devices

Sakai Tomoya

Mathematical modeling and optimization for pattern recognition and machine learning.
Applications encompass medical image processing, biomedical signal processing, andlogistics data analysis.

Setozaki Norio

Development and Assessment of Effective Learning Environments Utilizing Virtual
Reality (VR) Technology

Takahashi Masayoshi

Development and applications of the methods and algorithms in causal inference andmissing-data analysis

Harasawa Ryuichi

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Field of Engineering and Information Data Science
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Research Subjects / Research Themes

Fujimura Makoto

Image Processing. Development of virtual reality applications for rehabilitation.

Matsumoto Hirotaka

Research in bioinformatics. Specifically, the analysis of gene expression in diseases andthe development of theories and algorithms for such analysis.

Miyajima Hirofumi

Research on machine learning algorithms. For example, research on machine learningalgorithms combined with data security methods.

Kabata Yutaro

Singularity theory

MUTHU SUBASH
KAVITHA

Development of Artificial intelligence techniques for medical and industrial applications.

Abe Takashi

Electric Machinery and motor drive systems

Ishizuka Yoichi

Power electronic and analog integrated circuits

Enami Yasufumi

Ultra-high-speed optical communication devices and quantum sensor for obserbation
inside single cell

Oshima Tamiko

Study on fabrication of functional thin films using plasma process

Omine Kiyoshi

Advanced geotechnical engineering and geo-environmental engineering

Okumatsu Toshihiro Development of measurement technology for structural health monitoring
Genjo Kahori

Study on environmental performance and biophilic design of building

Kondou Chieko

Study on Environmentally Benign Heat Pumps and High-Performance CPU Coolers

Saimoto Akihide

Prediction and Engineering Application of Fracture in Solids

Sakaguchi Daisaku

Multi-objective optimization of turbomachinery

Jiang Yujing

Ground disaster prevention and maintenance management for underground structures

Tanaka Toshiyuki

Research on non-invasive (non-destructive) diagnostic methods using electromagnetic
waves

Nakano Masaki

Preparation of magnetic materials applied for electronic devices

Nakahara Hiroyuki

Aseismic design for building structure

Nakamura Shozo

Improvement of design and maintenance method for steel structures

Nishikawa Takafumi Advanced sensing and monitoring techniques for bridges and civil structures
Momoki Satoru

Flow regime and heat transfer of gas-liquid two-phase flow evaporating

Yazawa Takanori

Machining and Measurement of Functional Material

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Field of Engineering and Information Data Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Yasutake Atsuko

Design and management method for maintaining and developing dwelling environment

Yamaguchi
Tomohiko

Measurement and prediction of thermophysical properties of fluids

Ishibashi Tomoya

Practical research on landscape design and regional planning

Okumura Tetsuya

Fluid behavior in the vicinity of solid surfaces

Koyama Atsuhiro

Evaluation of fatigue strength of the various engineering materials, Development ofscanning laser induced acoustic microscope

Sasaki Kenji

Advancement of evaluation method for material and construction performance toward
improving quality and productivity of concrete structures

Sugimoto Satoshi

Development of monitoring system and mechanical evaluation for slopes and soil
structures

Suzuki Seiji

Study on the substance transportation in aquatic environment considering behavior of
lives

Seto Shinta

Satellite remote sensing of precipitation and its application for disaster prevention

Tanaka Yoshiyuki

Human-machine systems based on biological motor control mechanism

Nagai Hiroto

Multidisciplinary design analysis for aerospace vehicles and large structures

Hamasaki ShinichiApplication and control of power converter system for grid connection

Fujishima Tomoyuki

Simple lightning protection method, ground resistance measurement, ozone generationand its application

Fujimoto Takafumi

Research on high functional antennas

Furusato Tomohiro

Study on discharge plasma applications using pulsed power technology

Matsuoka Satoshi

Development of organic and optical electronics devices

Matsuda Yoshinobu

Production and diagnosis of industrial plasma

Maruta Hidenori

Power conversion technology based on digital signal processing

Moriyama Toshifumi Direct/inverse scattering problems and microwave remote sensing
Yanai Takeshi

Development and application of magnetic films

Yamaguchi Kohei

Development of high-quality maintenance technology for infrastructure structures anddiagnostic technology for social implementation

Yokoi Yuichi

Design of electrical machines and applied nonlinear dynamics

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Field of Engineering and Information Data Science
Research Subjects / Research Themes

Yoshikawa Sayaka

Hydrological and environmental assessments of land use and climate change

Otsubo Tatsuki

Research on Precision Manufacturing Technology

Sasaki Soichi

Study on energy conversion of fluid machinery based on machine learning

Morinaga Akihiro

Research on Ocean Robotics

Muto Cosy

Development of high performance signal processing and RF analog circuits, theory andapplication of complex signal processing

Fukuyama Takao

Physics research on nonlinear phenomena in laboratory plasmas

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Program for Frontiers of Marine Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Abe Takashi

Electric Machinery and motor drive systems

Sakaguchi Daisaku

Multi-objective optimization of turbomachinery

Tanaka Toshiyuki

Research on non-invasive (non-destructive) diagnostic methods using electromagnetic
waves

Nakatani Hisayuki

Study of Polymer Degradation Mechanism and Development of Biodegradable Polymer

Nakahara Hiroyuki

Development of floating structure coupling system

Nakamura Shozo

Improvement of design and maintenance method for steel structures

Yamamoto Ikuo

Research on advanced robot systems

Unno Hideaki

Structural and functional analysis of proteins

Okumura Tetsuya

Fluid behavior in the vicinity of solid surfaces

Nagai Hiroto

Multidisciplinary design analysis for offshore structures

Fukuda Tsutomu

Development of synthetic methodology for biologically active compounds

Fujishima Tomoyuki

Simple lightning protection system for electrical and electronic equipment installed
offshore

Fujimoto Takafumi

Research on high functional antennas

Moriyama Toshifumi Direct/inverse scattering problems and microwave remote sensing
Yokoi Yuichi

Design of electrical machines, applied nonlinear dynamics, and wave energy conversion

Sasaki Soichi

Study on energy conversion of fluid machinery based on machine learning

Motokucho Suguru

Study of resource recycling of waste plastics

Kawabe Ryo

Development of methodology for monitoring behavioral and environmental information
with animal-borne data recorders / Analysis of behavioral response of marine fish to
marine environmental changes

Soyano Kiyoshi

Physiological and endocrinological studies on fish reproduction Effect ofenvironmental factors on fish reproduction Technology development of artificial seedproduction and aquaculture

Nishihara Gregory
Naoki

Research regarding the restoration and conservation ecology of marine forests and blue
carbonHirasaka Katsuya

Research on the functional nutrition derived from marine products

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Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Nakamura Itsumi

Behavioural ecology and physiology of fishes

Murata Ryosuke

Environmental effects on the reproduction of marine organisms

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Program for Water and Environmental Science
Faculty

Research Subjects / Research Themes

Itayama Tomoaki

Application of ecological engineering technology and aqua-informatics to developing
countries

Jiang Yujing

The hydraulic transport mechanism of underground fractured rocks

Tanabe Shuji

Development and application of new materials for water treatment in developing
countries

Fujioka Takahiro

Water treatment technologies using membrane separation

Murakami Hiroto

Development of functional polymer materials for water treatment

Kamada Kai

Low dimensional ceramics for water treatment

Suzuki Seiji

Study on the substance transportation in aquatic environment considering behavior of
lives

Seto Shinta

Water resources assessment based on hydrological simulation

Dao Thi Ngoc Anh

Research development of biopolymers for water treatment in nanotechnology
applications

Yoshikawa Sayaka

Hydrological and environmental assessments of land use and climate change

Nakagawa Kei

Groundwater flow and contaminant transport / Remediation of soil and groundwaterpollution