In the Spotlight

Director’s interview
Building on an impressive legacy

Shin-ichi Orimo, who assumed the helm of the AIMR earlier this year, shares his vision for the institute’s future

International workshops
Promoting interaction between material scientists in Europe and Japan

07/29/2019

Two recent meetings in France provided AIMR researchers a unique opportunity to both share their latest results and strengthen ties with European scientists

International symposium
Seeking synergies between fields and countries

03/25/2019

A gathering of innovative scientists sparked lively discussions on the future of materials science and spintronics

Featured researchers
Transcending research boundaries

12/25/2018

Drawing inspiration from Marie Curie and Japanese female scientists, AIMR principal investigator Ayumi Hirano-Iwata is exploring networks made from rat neurons as well as artificial cell membranes for detecting drug side effects

International workshops
Deepening existing connections with Europe and Asia

09/25/2018

The AIMR has been actively pursuing collaboration with researchers and institutions in both Europe and Asia

International symposium
New beginnings in materials science and spintronics

03/26/2018

A special symposium marked the commencement of an exciting new era in materials and spintronics research at Tohoku University

Top-level interview
Creating a world-leading materials science center that transcends borders

11/27/2017

Tohoku University has been selected by the Japanese government to be one of three Designated National Universities. The directors of the three materials research institutes at Tohoku University talk about strategies they will employ to advance the university’s research in materials science and establish one of the world leading centers in the field.