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18 Mar 2025
Van der Waals forces, once deemed too weak for structural integrity, have been shown to create stable, highly porous frameworks with exceptional thermal resilience and reversible assembly, paving the way for scalable and recyclable materials.
Super-Kamiokande imaging: Electron neutrino reactions detected by the Super-Kamiokande detector.
18 Mar 2025
The Super-Kamiokande and Tokai-to-Kamioka (T2K) Collaborations have produced a first joint analysis of their data
Composite image of bubble-like structures detected using infrared observation data of the Milky Way obtained by the Spitzer Space Telescope
17 Mar 2025
Using AI image recognition, deep learning model efficiently and accurately finds structures related to star formation
A General Diagram of the AI-Powered Biological Age Model
14 Mar 2025
What’s Your Body Really Worth? New AI Model Reveals Your True Biological Age from 5 Drops of Blood
Ultrafine bubble showers and atopic dermatitis
13 Mar 2025
Considerable positive results found in mice with skin condition induced by external factors
13 Mar 2025
Effective treatment of gastric cancer-bacterial infections begins with understanding differing clinical methods
11 Mar 2025
A self-assessment questionnaire has been developed to evaluate on-the-job training progress
11 Mar 2025
Scientists have achieved the first real-time visualization of how “excited-state aromaticity” emerges within just hundreds of femtoseconds and then triggers a molecule to change from bent to planar structure in a few picoseconds. By combining ultrafast electronic and vibrational spectroscopies, the team captured these fleeting structural changes at the molecular level and showed that aromaticity appears before—and then drives—the structural planarization. Their findings lay the groundwork for designing more efficient photoactive materials, such as sensors and light-driven molecular switches, by leveraging the power of aromaticity in excited states.
11 Mar 2025
By incorporating gadolinium into a catalyst, its efficiency in a reaction that produces hydrogen fuel increases. This could be the boost we need to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
10 Mar 2025
Researchers from Osaka University found that plasma cells expressing high levels of the protein integrin β7 and the transcription factor KLF2 tend to leave immune tissues and migrate to the bone marrow. There, they become long-lived plasma cells that help create durable antibody responses, which are key to vaccine effectiveness.
10 Mar 2025
To be able to make the switch to environmentally friendly hydrogen fuels, there needs to be a catalyst…or a precatalyst, to be specific!
A new economic model suggests that it may be important for societies to achieve nation-building before democracy.
10 Mar 2025
Analysis of historical evolution of bureaucracy suggests that quality nation-building holds more importance
10 Mar 2025
Researchers from Osaka University analyzed the clinical dental records of a large group of patients with hypophosphatasia (a skeletal disease) to identify its common oral symptoms. Their findings, including early tooth loss, poor oral habits, and disordered swallowing, may help early diagnosis of hypophosphatasia, thereby improving patient treatment and quality of life.
07 Mar 2025
Soaking up pollutants like a sponge, porous organic polymers (POPs) may be the key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, according to researchers at Tohoku University.
06 Mar 2025
Researchers at Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, observe the configuration of different dipeptides on graphite electrodes and the subsequent arrangement of catalytic hemin on them to get an idea of the factors affecting its catalytic activity.
A new formula for calculating quantum entanglement entropy
06 Mar 2025
Scientists develop simplified formulas to quantify quantum entanglement in strongly correlated electron systems
Biometric palm identification
06 Mar 2025
Hyperspectral imaging and AI can identify individuals using blood vessels in palms
05 Mar 2025
Scientists have found a way to control electrons in molecules using tailor-made terahertz light pulses, offering new possibilities for advanced technologies.
05 Mar 2025
Until now, when looking for a robot, the choice was between one that was autonomous and cordless, one that enabled high-precision manipulation, and one that could be used in extreme real-world environments. The HB-3 robot is the first that ticks all boxes.
05 Mar 2025
Researchers at Tohoku University have found one more reason to quit smoking: the inhalation of first-hand and/or second-hand smoke may lead to placental abruption in pregnant mothers.
05 Mar 2025
Life-course perspective of households with children
04 Mar 2025
Researchers at Osaka University show that Cartan's First Structure Equation, which relates to edge and screw dislocations in crystal lattices, can be recast in the same form as a basic mathematical formula that governs the behavior of electric currents and magnetic fields. This work can help make new concepts more understandable by employing more familiar frameworks.
04 Mar 2025
Researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo, have found a surprisingly simple way of understanding social-distancing behavior during an epidemic.
03 Mar 2025
Researchers from Osaka University found that TEX38 and ZDHHC19 co-localize on the plasma membrane of spermatids and mediate S-palmitoylation of ARRDC5, a crucial protein for spermatogenesis. Disrupting either TEX38 or ZDHHC19 inhibited cytoplasm removal from the sperm head, resulting in deformed sperm and infertility in a male mouse model.
03 Mar 2025
Comprehensive screening analysis of organohalogen compounds in blubber samples of 11 toothed whale species stranded on Japanese coasts revealed species-specific accumulation profiles, with a total of over 300 organohalogen compounds detected. For the first time, the composition profiles of marine natural products were found to be useful indicators of the feeding habitats and migration history of individual whale species.
03 Mar 2025
Glaucoma is called the “silent thief of sight” as many don’t notice until significant, irreversible vision loss has already occurred. A revolutionary early screening tool using AI may stop this thief dead in its tracks.
28 Feb 2025
Researchers used motion capture technology to create a database of body language – ranging from happiness to contempt – targeted towards an Asian population for the first time.
Side view of the gliding machinery (top) and detail of the internal chain (above).
27 Feb 2025
Cryo-electron microscopy reveals molecular structure of twin motors that power mycoplasma’s ability to glide
27 Feb 2025
A twist you’ll never see coming: a breakthrough in understanding the relationship between chirality and electric flow at a microscopic level may help us develop chiral information technology.
27 Feb 2025
Strong, lightweight, superelastic, and able to function across a range of temperatures, this newly developed alloy could be a game-changer for space exploration and medical technology.

Events

15 Sep 2011
SIBCON-2011 is the leading Conference in Siberia for learning the latest development on control systems, compound semiconductors, RF devices and microwave circuit applications.
19 Sep 2011
The ASAM-3 is organised by Kyushu University for interdisciplinary discussion between scientists from Asian universities, research institutions and companies on chemistry, physics and biology of advanced materials. Deadline for Early Registration is August 1, 2011
25 Oct 2011
This conference provides an international forum on VLSI circuit, device and process design. It will take place in the Xiamen, China from 25th to 28th October 2011.
03 Nov 2011
This congress showcases the latest progress in Nanomedicinal R&D. It will take place in Shenzhen, China from 3rd – 5th November.
15 Mar 2012
The International Conference on Devices, Circuits and Systems aims to provide a common forum for academic and experts on Electronics devices, circuits and system. It will be held in Karunya University, India on 15th – 16th March 2012. The deadline for abstract submission will be on 31st October, 2011.
20 Mar 2012
The 25th International Conference on Microelectronic Test Structures brings together designers and users of test structures to discuss recent developments and future directions. It will be held at the Catamaran Hotel in San Diego, California, USA, on 20th March, 2012. The deadline for abstracts submission is 16th September 2011
17 Oct 2011
The goal of this conference is to create a forum for researchers, academicians, engineers and industry players from various fields of photonics with different experiences and backgrounds. It will take place at Le Meridien Hotel, Malaysia, from 17th to 19th October 2011
08 Nov 2011
The 15th International Conference on Thin Films (ICTF-15)focus on thin films and coatings. It will be held at Kyoto TERRSA in Kyoto, Japan on 8th to 11th November 2011
07 Dec 2011
The biennial International Semiconductor Device Research Symposium focuses on exploratory research in electronic and photonic materials and devices. It will be held at the University of Maryland, USA on 7th December to the 10th December. The deadline to submit abstracts will be 29th August, 2011
14 Oct 2012
The International Workshop on Nitride Semiconductors (IWN2012) focuses on issues related to nitride materials and devices. It will be held in Sapporo, Japan on the 14th October 2012
28 Sep 2011
The 60th Symposium on Macromolecures is an annual event on the latest developments in polymer science. It also provides researcher and engineers in relevant fields a venue for discussions. It will takes place from 28th to 30th September.
21 Apr 2012
The Tenth Annual Workshop on Microelectronics and Electron Devices will provide a forum for all aspects of microelectronics. It will be held at the Boise State University, USA on 21st April 2012. The deadline for manuscript submission is 27th January, 2012.
29 Sep 2011
This conference aims to disseminate results on the NEDO project “Research and Development of Nanoparticle Characterization Methods - Evaluating Risks associated with Manufactured Nanomaterials”, and provide a forum for discussions on these results.
29 Nov 2011
The Nanomaterials Conference 2011 will be held in Xcaret, Mexico, on 29th November to 3rd December. The poster abstract deadline for this conference will be the 28th September
25 Oct 2011
The NT4D Conference is committed to providing a fertile and stimulating forum for discussion on recent nanotechnology innovations which maximize the impact to defense and dual-use technologies. It will take place at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, WA, USA, from 25th to 28th October.
24 May 2012
The 13th International Conference on Optimization of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (OPTIM) is an International conference on the latest technology of electricity and electronic system. It will be held in Brasov, Romania on 24th May 2012.
11 Sep 2011
The 6th International Conference on Fracture of Polymers, Composites and Adhesives invites papers on polymers, composites and adhesives.
28 Apr 2012
The Expo is the nation’s largest celebration of all things science & engineering since 2010. It will be held in Washington DC, USA on 28th April 2012
10 Jul 2012
The UGIM Symposium brings together educators and researchers on the field of micro/nanotechnology laboratory development and management. It will be held at the University of California, USA on 10th July 2012.
30 Nov 2011
The Asian BioCeramics Symposium is held annually to encourage interest in bioceramics and related fields. It will be held in Tsukuba, Japan on the 30th November to 2nd December.
05 Dec 2011
An exhibition for latest products, technology, services, peripheral devices and information that contribute to global environmental conservation
04 Oct 2011
CEATEC JAPAN is the Cutting-edge IT & Electronics Comprehensive Exhibition that attracts around 200,000 attendees.
17 Oct 2011
A unique environment for understanding, developing, and sharing reliability technology and test methodology for present and future semiconductor
06 Nov 2011
This symposium explores a variety of topics, include Microrobotics, Micromechatronics, Nanotechnology and more
28 Nov 2011
The PVSEC-21 will cover the entire field related with PVs from materials to systems as well as its deployment
03 Oct 2011
This conference aims to present new concepts, techniques and applications of atomically controlled processes at surfaces, interfaces and nanostructures.
07 Nov 2011
The ICAE 2011 is intended to provide an open forum to all participants with an opportunity to present the latest important findings in research activities in the field of electrical and electronic materials.
08 Sep 2011
The RIKEN Omics Science Center (OSC) in Yokohama, Japan, will hold a joint international training course entitled 'The Bioinformatics Roadshow' in collaboration with the European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) on 8–9 September 2011.
23 Sep 2012
The conference will be held on 23rd September 2012 to 28th September 2012 at Nara New Public Hall, Nara Japan

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Giants in history

Japanese biochemist Akira Endo (1933 – 2024) discovered the first statin, called mevastatin, which lowered cholesterol levels in the blood by inhibiting a key enzyme in the cholesterol biosynthesis pathway. His work laid the foundation for the development of statins to help patients lower their blood cholesterol levels and reduce their risk of heart disease or stroke.
Ruby Sakae Hirose (1904 – 1960) was a Japanese-American scientist whose research contributed significantly to our understanding of blood clotting, allergies and cancer.
Haisako Koyama (1916 – 1997) was a Japanese solar observer whose dedication to recording sunspots – cooler parts of the sun’s surface that appear dark – produced a sunspot record of historic importance.
Michiaki Takahashi (17 February 1928 – 16 December 2013) was a Japanese virologist who developed the first chickenpox vaccine.
Toshiko Yuasa (11 December 1909 – 1 February 1980) was the first Japanese female physicist whose research on radioactivity shed light on beta decay – the process in which an atom emits a beta particle (electron) and turns into a different element.
Baron Kitasato Shibasaburo (29 January 1856 – 13 June 1931) was a Japanese physician and bacteriologist whose work led to a new understanding of preventing and treating tetanus, diphtheria and anthrax.
By isolating soil microorganisms and studying the compounds they produce, Satoshi Omura (born 1935) discovered almost 500 organic compounds with unique properties that were produced by these microorganisms, including many new antibiotics.
In 1915, pathologist Katsusaburo Yamagiwa and his research assistant Koichi Ichikawa became the first to prove that chronic exposure to chemicals can cause cancer.
In 1915, Koichi Ichikawa along with pathologist Katsusaburo Yamagiwa became the first to prove that chronic exposure to chemicals can cause cancer.
Reiji Okazaki (8 October 1930 – 1 August 1975) and Tsuneko (7 June 1933) were a Japanese couple who discovered Okazaki fragments – short sequences of DNA that are synthesized during DNA replication and linked together to form a continuous strand.
Tsuneko (7 June 1933) and Reiji Okazaki (8 October 1930 – 1 August 1975) were a Japanese couple who discovered Okazaki fragments – short sequences of DNA that are synthesized during DNA replication and linked together to form a continuous strand.
Husband and wife team, Kimishige (3 December 1925 – 6 July 2018) and Teruko Ishizaka (28 September 1926 – 4 June 2019) discovered the antibody class Immunoglobulin E (IgE) that triggers allergic reactions. They also discovered that IgE antibodies attach to white blood cells, known as mast cells, releasing histamine, which causes allergic reactions.
Husband and wife team, Kimishige (3 December 1925 – 6 July 2018) and Teruko Ishizaka (28 September 1926 – 4 June 2019) discovered the antibody class Immunoglobulin E (IgE) that triggers allergic reactions. They also discovered that IgE antibodies attach to white blood cells, known as mast cells, releasing histamine, which causes allergic reactions.
Japanese chemist Takamine Jokichi (3 November 1854 – 22 July 1922) founded the Tokyo Artificial Fertilizer Company, where he isolated a starch-digesting enzyme (named takadiastase) from the fungus Aspergillus oryzae.
Hideki Yukawa (23 January 1907 – 8 September 1981) was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1949 for predicting the existence of the pi meson subatomic particle. Japan’s first Nobel laureate, Yakawa also expressed his support for nuclear disarmament by signing the Russell–Einstein Manifesto in 1955.
Shinichiro Tomonaga (31 March 1906 – 8 July 1979), together with Richard Feynman and Julian Schwinger, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1965, for their contributions to advance the field of quantum electrodynamics. Tomonaga was also a strong proponent of peace, who actively campaigned against the proliferation of nuclear weapons and promoted the peaceful use of nuclear energy.
Japanese chemist Kenichi Fukui (4 October 1918 – 9 January 1998) was the first Asian scientist to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Together with Roald Hoffman, he received this honour in 1981 for his independent research into the mechanisms of chemical reactions.
Minoru Shirota (April 23, 1899 – March 10, 1982) was a Japanese microbiologist who invented the popular fermented drink Yakult.
Japanese physicist Ukichiro Nakaya (1900-1962) made the world’s first artificial snowflakes. He started his research on snow crystals in the early 1930s at Hokkaido University, where there is an unlimited supply of natural snow in winter. By taking over 3,000 photographs, he established a classification of natural snow crystals and described their relationship with weather conditions.
The techniques that make industrial pearl culturing possible were developed over a century ago at the Misaki Marine Biological Station in Japan. The station’s first director, Professor Kakichi Mitsukuri, emphasized to Kokichi Mikimoto in 1890 that stimulating pearl sac formation was important for pearl growth, and they went on to successfully develop methods for culturing pearls.
The field of solid-state ionics originated in Europe, but Takehiko Takahashi of Nagoya University in Japan was the first to coin the term ‘solid ionics’ in 1967. ‘Solid-state ionics’ first appeared in 1971 in another of his papers, and was likely a play on ‘solid-state electronics’, another rapidly growing field at the time.
Chika Kuroda (24 March 1884 – 8 November 1968) was a Japanese chemist whose research focussed on the structures of natural pigments.
Motoo Kimura (13 November 1924 – 13 November 1994) was a Japanese theoretical population geneticist who is best remembered for developing the neutral theory of molecular evolution.
Osamu Shimomura (27 August 1928 – 19 October 2018) was a Japanese organic chemist and marine biologist who dedicated his career to understanding how organisms emitted light.
Kikunae Ikeda (8 October 1864 – 3 May 1936) was a Japanese chemist who discovered the fifth basic taste, umami.
Umetaro Suzuki (7 April 1874 – 20 September 1943) was a Japanese scientist best remembered for his research on beriberi, a disease caused by vitamin B1 deficiency, characterized by limb stiffness, paralysis and pain.
Kono Yasui (16 February 1880 – 24 March 1971) was a Japanese botanist who researched the genetics of poppies, corn and spiderworts and surveyed the plants that had been affected by the nuclear fallout after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Hitoshi Kihara (1893 – 1986) was one of the most famous Japanese geneticists of the 20th century. One of his most significant contributions was identifying sex chromosomes (X and Y) in flowering plants.
Michiyo Tsujimura (17 September 1888 – 1 June 1969) was a Japanese agricultural scientist and biochemist recognized for her research of green tea components.
A Japanese surgeon, Tetsuzo Akutsu (20 August 1922 – 9 August 2007) built the first artificial heart capable of keeping an animal alive.
Ogino Ginko (3 March 1851 – 23 June 1913) was the first registered female doctor to practise modern medicine in Japan.
Japanese geochemist Katsuko Saruhashi developed the first method and tools for measuring carbon dioxide in seawater