Laboratory of Integrated Function Materials
As of October 21, 2021
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://lifm.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/en/
Faculty members accepting applicants
SAKAGUCHI Norihito (Assoc. Prof.), KUNISADA Yuji (Assoc. Prof.) [Master's course applicants only]
About the laboratory
Description
We investigate the structure of advanced materials at the atomic level, and combine nano-scale spectroscopy and theoretical calculations to unveil the origin of nano to macroscopic phenomena at multiple scales.
In addition, we establish state-of-the-art analysis methods using various types of electron microscopes and first-principles calculation.
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.
We expect all students to acquire basic experimental or theoretical techniques. Fresh students participate in laboratory weekly seminars held in May-September. They move to their own individual research work from October.
We also hold a weekly meeting for all members, to exchange important updates and to engage in research presentations. We hold individual meetings for specific research groups. Faculty members meet students during the seminars, meetings, and experiments.
Our facilities include TEM, SEM, various electric furnaces and sample preparation equipments, and parallel computing system.
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 a good knowledge in basic materials sience and mathematics , and with some basic experimental or computational skills.
Who should apply?
Students with a strong interest in the basics and application of materials science, including laboratory experiments or simulation.
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 | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 do not accept Research students. The only exception is students who have secured a scholarship which supports research student period (for example, MEXT via the Embassy nomination, some types of JICA scholarship etc.)
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).