Applied Chemistry

In this program, we teach and perform research in a wide range of specialist fields including environmental chemistry, plasma chemistry, catalytic chemistry, organic precision compounds, macro-molecular compounds, organic and inorganic materials, and optical functional materials. We foster the ability to do creative work in the field of applied chemistry by using the knowledge acquired in under-graduate courses as the foundation, with the goal of cultivating the leadership skills for a researcher or technologist. Within this division, there are research departments for organic synthetic chemistry, macromolecular chemistry, inorganic industrial chemistry, and industrial physical chemistry, and research and instruction is offered for graduate students in each of these sections.

In the first stage of the doctoral program, there is a fulltime instructor plus lecturers from other divisions, laboratories, and faculties. Normally, lectures are given by a single instructor, but for some subjects round-table discussions are held. Currently there are lectures in 10 subjects for 20 credits, including exercises in 4 subjects for 4 credits, and with the required subjects and subjects from other divisions, there are a total of 30 credits required to complete the program.

In the second stage of the doctoral program, 30 credits are required, including the credits earned in the first stage of the doctoral program. With a focus on research, we provide an environment in which students can reach a higher level. There is a working-student entrance system for both the stages and a system to assist them.

Distinguished students can receive a doctorate in 2 years

Three years after entering the program, every student receives a doctorate degree. Normally, completion requires 3 years of participation, but for exceptional research, a doctorate may be awarded in 2 years. So far, 1 person has received a doctorate under this system.

Stimulating research presentations

The master’s thesis presentations are jointly conducted with the chemistry division of the Master’s in Science and Technology program with the aim of molding researchers with a broad range of knowledge. Several dozens of theses presentations and oral presentations are held each year in Japan and overseas.

  Research Field Department in Undergraduate Course
FUJITA, Masahiro (Professor) Chemistry, Organic Chemistry MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
HORIKOSHI, Satoshi (Professor) Green Chemistry, Energy & Fuel Chemistry MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
RIKUKAWA, Masahiro (Professor) Polymer Chemistry, Nano Science MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
SUZUKI, Noriyuki (Professor) Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Organometallic Chemistry MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
TAKAHASHI, Kazuo
(Professor)
Chemical Thermodynamics, Chemical Kinetics, Environmental Chemistry, Combustion Chemistry
Development of low-carbon and carbon-free combustion technology by controlling chemical reactions
MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
TAKEOKA, Yuko (Professor) Polymer Chemistry,Materials Chemistry
Development of functional polymers and organic-inorganic hybrids
for optical and bio applications
MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
UCHIDA, Hiroshi (Professor) Material Science & Chemistry(Inorganic,Ceramics,Electronics,Energy),Chemical Processing MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
TANAKA, Kunihito (Associate Professor) Applied Physical Chemistry, Plasma Chemistry MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
YOKOTA, Yukie (Associate Professor) Material Science ,Plasmonics,Photochemistry MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES