Division of Mechanical Science and ResearchLab. ID
Applied Optical Physics
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ME03
Laboratory web site
http://www.me.se.kanazawa-u.ac.jp/physics/, , https://sn-lab.w3.kanazawaResearch subjects
In our laboratory, studies on optical measurement and display, advanced laser-based measurement, and braininspired photonic information processing are conducted currently.
In the research of the optical measurement and display, we have been studying three-dimensional
measurement and display techniques using holography. We are also studying image processing techniques andhigh-speed computation using GPU and FPGA.
In the research of the advanced laser-based measurement, we are carrying out researches on the advanced
optical measurement technology that are capable of measuring variety of subjects ranging from mechanicalmaterials to living tissues in a non-invasive manner. By applying precise laser-control technology, we aredeveloping novel type of lasers such as variable coherence lasers and phase-locked two-mode lasers, as well as
lightwave detection technique using superconductive materials. Their applications include highly sensitive
measurement of Terahertz waves and high precision brain activity measurement.
We have been also studying dynamical photonic systems from the perspectives of nonlinear/complex scienceand aiming at fast, efficient, and intelligent information processing. Particularly, we are interested in photonic
neural networks and reservoir computing with complex optical phenomena.

Master/Doctor course: Education policy, curriculum, typical activity in the laboratory
Students who are once assigned to our laboratory will be divided into three teams depending on their favorite
research themes. They are supposed to take part in seminars, and do their research works under the instructionof their teachers. Each team conducts specific seminars once or twice a week, where students are supposed topresent their progress reports and make discussions on their research topics. Most of the students will also work
on experimental researches under the instruction of their teachers, whereas some students will entirely work on
computer-based researches. In any team, students will be able to acquire comprehensive knowledge andexperiences from the fundamental level to the advanced one for their researches. Depending on their research
themes, students will be also able to learn about electronic circuits, high-frequency radio-wave technology,
image-processing technology, and handling of precise optical equipment. It is also possible to master usefulprogramming languages such as LabVIEW, Fortran, C, and Python.
Daily life in the laboratory, etc.
Each student is provided with a personal desk and a personal computer, and the students are able to freely carryout their research work. They are divided into three teams, depending on their research themes, and the teacher
in charge will take excellent care of them. Since both undergraduate and graduate students work together,students are easy to obtain their seniors’ advices, and can quickly get used to the laboratory life. It isrecommended that the students spend regular life by coming to the lab. in the morning, and actively discuss witheach other for their researches.
Message or comments by the laboratory faculty staffs
Since we are carrying out variety of leading-edge researches using lasers and lightwaves, students areencouraged to present their research outcomes at academic conferences. Although it never be an easy thing towrap up a respectable graduation thesis or master’s thesis, an experience which was accomplished withconsiderable difficulty, must become a property over the course of your lifetime. Do not regret your effort, sethigher goals, and please try to challenge in everything! We are ready to support any motivated students withutmost effort.
Laboratory mail address
Laboratory of Mechano-Physics <amech-physlab*at*ml.kanazawa-u.ac.jp>