Laboratory of Microstructure Control

As of October 21, 2021

Basic information
About the laboratory
Information for potential applicants

Basic information

Division

Materials Science and Engineering

* Please go to Courses to see the list of subjects offered by the division.

Laboratory's URL

https://www.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/labo/LMC/index-e.html

Faculty members accepting applicants

OHNO Munekazu (Prof.)

About the laboratory

Description

The main thrust of our group’s research is understanding and controlling of non-equilibrium processes of microstructures in metallic materials.

Our group develops and leverages state-of-the-art computational techniques to study microstructural pattern formation in alloy solidification, precipitation and grain growth processes of metals, in combination with approaches of data science as well as theoretical and experimental approaches.

Organization of research

First year Master's students split their time and effort evenly between coursework and research. Students acquire fundamental background skills through coursework and research review.
Fresh students participate in laboratory weekly seminars held in April-August and October-January. We also hold a weekly meeting for all members, to exchange important updates and to engage in research presentations. Faculty members meet students during the seminars, meetings, and research.

Ongoing projects

(1) Mathematical modeling and numerical simulations of microstructures in metals

(2) Parameter estimations for simulation models of solidification and casting based on data assimilation

(3) Accuracy improvement and acceleration of macrosegregation simulation model

(4) Atomistic analysis of microstructure based on molecular dynamics simulations

(5) Inverse analysis of phase transformation processes using deep learning

Enrolled students' research topics

The research topic is determined according to the student's interests and aspirations, and based on mutual agreement between the student and advisor(s). Students are welcome to suggest their own ideas and preferences. In most cases, the advisor(s) suggests multiple options from which the students choose. Some students work on a continuing project inherited from a previous student, often in collaboration with a senior student. Also, students often work on a completely new project.

Information for potential applicants

Applicants' background

We are looking for people with good knowledge in fundamentals of phase equilibria and transformation in metallic materials.

Who should apply?

Students with a strong interest in basics and application of computational materials science.

How to choose a research proposal topic?

Please prepare a proposal on any relevant to the laboratory's research profile topic of your interest.

How the research proposal is evaluated?

We evaluate the student proposal based on (1) basic knowledge and understanding the research question, (2) strong motivation to solve the question and finish your Master's or Doctoral course (3) story of the proposal and logical discussion and (4) English.

Plan to accept applicants

Application type	Enrollment semester	Master’s course	Doctoral course
MEXT Scholarship (Uniform call)	Oct. 2022	〇	〇
MEXT Embassy		〇	〇
e3 Special Selection	Oct. 2022	〇	〇

How to apply

Please follow the application procedure for the respective application category announced at the e3 web page.

Accepting Research Students

We basically do not accept Research students.

Availability of financial support

Please check the e3 web page for information about the scholarships and other financial support.

Inquiries

If you have any inquiries about the application and admission procedures etc., please contact the e3 office. You can submit your application on-line during the "matching period" irrespective of prior contact with potential supervisor(s).