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Research and development
This page presents our research philosophy, research framework, and our work in both basic and applied research.
We are convinced that light holds unlimited possibilities.
Today, light is being applied across an increasingly wide range of fields. We believe it is our mission—and our path to growth—to create new industries using light.
What is light? What can we do with light?
Every day, we strive to pursue the endless possibilities of light and focus on the research and development of optical technology and core devices. Through these efforts, we aim to create markets that contribute to a better society and a healthier planet.
Exploring the possibilities of light
At the foundation of our Company is the desire to harness science and technology to realize products that are useful to society.
Based on the concept that true value lies in new knowledge, we pursue the endless possibilities of light, with a fundamental approach to research and development to solve major challenges in society and contribute to the well-being of everyone.
Creating and expanding the photonics industry
The photonics industry is an inverted pyramid structure with devices at the base. We supply devices that form the foundation of this structure, such as optical sensors and light sources, modules that add value to these devices, and specialized systems that apply these to specific applications. Going forward, we will expand the photonics industry by focusing on the innovative evolution of our core device technologies, which drive our competitiveness, and expanding our business in high-value-added modules and systems, customized through the advanced integration of light detection and emission technologies, while also creating solutions and new industries that meet customer and market demands.
Key Focus Areas and Research Themes
PET related research
Aiming to achieve zero deaths from cancer and suffering from dementia
Unlike morphological imaging studies such as CT and MRI, PET is a technology for visualizing biological activity as three-dimensional functional images. This technology has attracted attention as an effective tool for the early detection of cancer, the leading cause of death in Japan, and for the diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia. We aim to achieve a healthy, long-lived society. We are focusing not only on the development and manufacturing of detectors for PET devices, but also on the development of PET devices with body motion corrective functions and new drugs for PET testing. We are also promoting multimodal applied research, including research to verify the effectiveness of cancer screening, including PET testing.
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Quantum technology
The contribution of optical technology to quantum technology
In the field of quantum technology, light is extensively used to generate, manipulate, and detect quantum states. Our optical technologies are utilized in many core devices that support these functions. Through the development of optical technologies and products, we are committed to contributing to the advancement of quantum technology.
Laser fusion
For the clean-energy realization
The sun has been shining for 5 billion years and remains the source of life on earth. Laser fusion, which can produce the benefits of the sun in the human hands, is attracting much attention. Laser fusion use a fuel extracted from seawater inexhaustibility. Laser fusion emits no carbon dioxide. Laser fusion is expected to solve global energy problems.
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Terahertz waves Research
Exploring uncharted area of light
A terahertz (THz) waves are electromagnetic waves in the wavelength region between the light and the radio waves. It combines the properties of both light and radio waves and has many potential. We are working on developing new THz devices and applying THz spectroscopy and THz imaging techniques to analyze pharmaceuticals, foods, and materials, with a view to expanding the use of THz waves in the future.
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Laser application research
Enhancing the function of materials using light controls
We work to make materials highly functional by using laser light that is temporally and spatially controlled. For example, by applying lasers with precisely controlled optical phases to the semiconductor manufacturing, machining, and mobility fields, adding functions that have never been achieved will be possible. We are also working on research to improve the use value of biomaterials with low environmental impact by reforming them through laser processing to provide new functions. In this way, we will continue to pursue processing technologies that cannot be achieved without highly controlled laser beams, leading to new ways of using materials and parts and overwhelming efficiency improvements.
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Nanophotonics
Harnessing novel interactions between light and matter
We refer to the interaction between light and matter/electrons at the nanoscale as "Nanophotonics." such new interactions. Our research and development efforts focus on leveraging these novel interactions to create new materials and advanced high-performance optical devices. Through Nanophotonics, we aim to explore and apply unprecedented phenomena of light, paving the way for innovations across a wide range of fields.
Bio-manufacturing
Contributing to sustainable resource production using biotechnology
Bio-manufacturing is a technology that utilizes the ability of biological materials and microorganisms to efficiently produce chemicals, fuels, and foods, etc. By utilizing photosynthesis, it is possible to absorb CO2 and produce renewable resources and energy. Optical technology is expected to improve the efficiency and optimize the control of production by measuring cell growth and metabolism in real time.
Brief look at the latest R&D themes
Our R&D activities span all types of fields. Here we introduce the latest R&D themes.
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