Jihatsu Research Unit

Distinctive Features of the Jihatsu Research Unit

An environment that fuels focused research with curiosity as the driving force.

Securing Time to Focus on Research

Researchers are granted 70-100% research time at our facility. This, in turn, cultivates deep inquiry that leads researchers to innovative ideas and unexpected discoveries.
Breakthroughs Through Interdisciplinary Exchange

At TIAR, ongoing exchanges among researchers from different fields often spark unexpected insights. We encourage researchers to broaden their perspectives and pursue new discoveries through our diverse research environment.
Valuing Self-Directed Research

Researchers are free to determine their own research topics, as we prioritize their active pursuit of curiosity and bold inquiry. By supporting each individual research project, we aim to foster a culture where trial and error is embraced, not feared.

Driving Academic Challenges to Shape Society and the Future

Creating Research that Leads the Globe

Research outcomes that defy conventional approaches are key to enhancing global recognition. To this end, we set clear and concrete goals, such as increasing publications in top-tier journals and the proportion of internationally co-authored papers.
Research serving as a Bridge to Society

The Society and Science Research Unit integrates perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences into academic inquiry, helping to bridge the gap between foundational research and pressing social issues. This approach reveals the creative value of knowledge, helping society prepare for an uncertain future.
The Ripple Effect of a New Research Approach

The spirit of inquiry and values nurtured within the Jihatsu Research Unit have the potential to ripple beyond the University of Tsukuba into research institutions across Japan. These initiatives aim to serve as a catalyst for strengthening Japan’s overall research capacity.

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The Jihatsu Research Unit is a place where each researcher is guided by their inner curiosity, uncovering new knowledge and forging pathways to the future. From here, the journey into the unknown begins.