University-Industry Research Cooperation Societally Applied Scientific Linkage and Collaboration
R032 Committee on Industrial Creation Based on Crystal Growth Technology
The purpose of this committee is to conduct research and development in crystal growth—a field that underpins the foundations of industry—based on initiatives from leading researchers. By fostering industry-academia collaboration that transcends organizational and disciplinary boundaries within a closed-door committee setting, we aim to enhance Japan’s research capabilities and industrial competitiveness, and contribute to the creation of next-generation industries. Among the many types of crystals, we place particular emphasis on the development of growth technologies for new crystal groups, such as ultra-wide-bandgap semiconductors, which have recently begun to attract significant attention.
At the core of our activities are study sessions held approximately four to five times a year. These sessions primarily feature research presentations by academics and corporate researchers sharing the latest technological insights, as well as corporate presentations outlining business needs and research themes expected from academia, and panel discussions on specific topics.
In addition to these regular study sessions, we organize field trips once or twice a year to visit the R&D facilities and factories of private companies and public research institutions.
Furthermore, we establish specialized committees consisting of small, agile groups as needed to deepen understanding of the latest technological trends. We also foster an environment that encourages informal discussions among committee members and facilitates the proposal of joint projects. To improve the committees, we conduct member surveys on an ongoing basis and strive to ensure transparent committee operations that align with members’ needs. We will also utilize communication technologies such as web conferencing for technical presentations by overseas researchers and for holding steering committee meetings, thereby ensuring efficient committee operations.
In addition to these regular study sessions, we organize field trips once or twice a year to visit the R&D facilities and factories of private companies and public research institutions.
Furthermore, we establish specialized committees consisting of small, agile groups as needed to deepen understanding of the latest technological trends. We also foster an environment that encourages informal discussions among committee members and facilitates the proposal of joint projects. To improve the committees, we conduct member surveys on an ongoing basis and strive to ensure transparent committee operations that align with members’ needs. We will also utilize communication technologies such as web conferencing for technical presentations by overseas researchers and for holding steering committee meetings, thereby ensuring efficient committee operations.
Hiroshi Fujioka
Professor
The University of Tokyo
Professor
The University of Tokyo
April 2026 to March 2031
Academia: 53
Industry: 23
Total membership: 76
Industry: 23
Total membership: 76