{"id":568,"date":"2026-05-28T16:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T07:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recas.ibaraki.ac.jp\/en\/?p=568"},"modified":"2026-05-28T16:54:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T07:54:12","slug":"selected-for-the-sakura-science-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recas.ibaraki.ac.jp\/en\/info\/post-568\/","title":{"rendered":"Selected for the Sakura Science Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><span data-fontSize=\"21px\" style=\"font-size: 21px;\" class=\"vk_inline-font-size\">Promotion of Japan\u2013India Joint Research Utilizing Quantum Beam Science<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are pleased to announce that an exchange program proposed by Professor Tomoki Maeda of the Applied Atomic Science Division at our Center has been selected for the FY2026 \u201cSakura Science Program\u201d organized by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This program falls under the Collaborative Research Activities Course (Course B) and is titled <em>\u201cJapan\u2013India Collaborative Research on Technological Innovation in Sustainable Packaging Using Quantum Beam Science.\u201d<\/em> It will be conducted in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (Department of Chemical Engineering), one of India\u2019s leading research universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u25a0 Overview of the Exchange Program<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This exchange aims to establish an international collaborative research framework by integrating our Center\u2019s research in <em>materials science using quantum beams<\/em> with IIT Madras\u2019s expertise in <em>Sustainable packaging technologies<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specifically, the project will leverage Japan\u2019s strengths in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nanomaterial fabrication technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nanoscale structural analysis using quantum beams (neutrons, X-rays, and electron beams)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These core technologies will be utilized to advance the development of next-generation environmentally friendly packaging materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u25a0 Background and Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Ibaraki University, the \u201cIBADAI Vision 2030\u201d promotes the strengthening of research infrastructure with the aim of establishing world-class research centers in the fields of quantum beam science and environmental science. It also seeks to enhance its function as a hub for exchange with overseas researchers and students, thereby advancing the internationalization of education and research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This exchange program, which contributes to the achievement of this vision, aims to generate innovative solutions to the development of environmentally friendly packaging\u2014an issue common to both Japan and India\u2014through the application of quantum beam science, while also strengthening international collaboration among early-career researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u25a0 Program Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the exchange period, the following activities will be conducted through lectures, practical training, and joint research:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lectures and hands-on training on quantum beam science and related technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nanoscale structural analysis using small-angle X-ray scattering and electron microscopy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fabrication of nanomaterials and their incorporation into polymer materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluation of film properties (e.g., gas barrier performance)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visits to advanced research facilities such as J-PARC and the KEK Photon Factory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, collaboration with domestic research institutions will facilitate interdisciplinary research discussions and foster international networking among young researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u25a0 Expected Outcomes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program is expected to achieve the following outcomes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Creation of scientific and technological innovations in environmentally friendly materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of young researchers capable of leading international collaborative research and promotion of global knowledge circulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced utilization of large-scale advanced research facilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening of continuous research and educational collaboration between Japan and India<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u25a0 Future Prospects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Building on this initiative, we aim to further deepen collaboration with IIT Madras through continued joint research and academic output. We will also expand opportunities for Ibaraki University students to participate in international research activities, fostering globally minded human resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Promotion of Japan\u2013India Joint Research Utilizing Quantum Beam Science We are pleased to announce that an exchange program proposed by Professor Tomoki Maeda of the Applied Atomic Science Division at our Center has been selected for the FY2026 \u201cSakura Science Program\u201d organized by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST). 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