Experiment for testing influenza viruses with guinea pigs


Observe the microstructure of ceramics via EPMA.


Experiment for reforming desert soil using natural organic materials.


Undergraduate School
“Life” and “Environment” are receiving much attention as the key technological themes symbolizing the 21st century. The world of exploring the mysteries of life has a significance concerning the future of humans. For example, genetic diseases can endanger the existence of humans. Environmental problems are complicated, so a simple description such as “substance versus environment” no longer applies. People involved with this field of industry are asked to have a solid sense of morality and a balanced way of thinking. This department therefore aims to establish new engineering standards for the future based on interdisciplinary approaches between biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and information science. Themes of study include life, environment, substances, biology, geosciences and energy. Through the integrated learning of these subjects, students will develop multidisciplinary points of view to help them protect and nurture life and the environment. The emphasis is on logical thinking via experimentation and on the ability to present research findings effectively both in Japanese and English. As they proceed through the program, students can take more specialized classes to prepare for their graduation theses or continue learning at graduate school.

Graduate School
Industrial Chemistry
This course concerns the study of new materials, biotechnology and the global environment. The masterÕs course deals with such fields as inorganic industrial engineering, ceramic science/technology, organic resource chemistry, energy/environmental chemistry, biological chemistry and functional material chemistry. Students are trained to acquire problem-solving abilities through numerous experiments and reviewing their findings creatively before serving society. The doctorial course consists of the following study fields:inorganic industrial engineering, ceramic science/technology, organic resource chemistry, energy/environmental chemistry, biological chemistry, and functional material chemistry, and aims to produce researchers who can assume leadership roles.