Materials and Information Sciences
Doctoral Program5 Features

Freely utilize materials and information knowledge,
ultimately linking “Monotsukuri” to social services

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   Materials × Information Science = Multitalented individuals

   

   In this graduate major, we aim to cultivate multitalented individuals who drive the creation of new industries and academic fields through the convergence of materials science and information science, thereby connecting ideas from the molecular level and connecting them to social services.
   We also aim to develop individuals who, through application of Japan’s renowned monotsukuri mindset, can utilize information sciences and technology not only on the optimization of materials, devices, and manufacturing methods, but can also leverage their expertise to innovate and address societal needs. In doing so, they will help pave the way for new industries and academic disciplines that lead us toward a more sustainable world.

   • About the Graduate Major in Materials and Information Sciences

2. 2

   Fostering outstanding doctoral talents essential for society

   

   In this graduate major, in order to develop doctoral students essential for society, we will conduct industry-academia collaborative education, including the introduction of a "corporate membership program.” While receiving personnel and financial support from member companies, Science Tokyo provides companies with the latest information on materials and information technology, as well as opportunities for continuing education. At the interim presentation meeting, students will meet with corporate mentors and have opportunities to receive direct advice from corporate researchers and engineers regarding their presentations, research, and career paths. This graduate major also provides financial support through scholarships and RA salaries to help students become financially independent and focus on their studies.

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   Foster creativity to generate new ideas through materials and information education

   

   Students who specialize in materials science will learn to understand information science (i.e., big data analysis and simulation techniques), including various mathematical theories and their backgrounds, in order to extract hidden value from data accumulated in industry. Meanwhile, students specializing in information science will learn the basic physical properties and functions of materials, conduct simulations of physical properties, and engage in device and process modeling. The lectures and exercises are closely integrated, with ample time dedicated to both classroom lectures and hands-on exercises, allowing students sufficient time to effectively deepen their understanding.

   • Materials Simulation
   • Materials Informatics

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   Science Tokyo's Original Practice School in Materials Informatics

   

   Faculty members and students work together at a company for six weeks, where they collect a large amount of information from across the company. Utilizing the knowledge and experience gained through their studies on materials and information sciences, students work in groups to solve the company’s most pressing challenges. Before participating in the company-based projects, students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills at the Practice School. The experience of tackling the latest critical issues faced by a company and presenting solutions within a fixed period of time will be valuable when undertaking doctoral research.

   • Practice School

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   Cultivate a mindset that embraces overcoming interdisciplinary barriers with ease

   

   Teams of talented students from different schools and backgrounds collaborate on solving various problems, learning diverse approaches and acquiring a mindset geared towards overcoming interdisciplinary barriers. Through the Practice School and various events, students can make many new friends across different laboratories.
   This graduate major also promotes the development of individuals who, through collaboration with companies and research institutions within and outside the Institute, will lead the creation of new industries aimed at building a sustainable society. Students not only acquire advanced research skills in their fields, but also the abilities necessary to become the multitalented individuals that this graduate major aims to develop through its specialized education.