TES encourages cutting-edge research for the next generation in a variety of fields, centering on nanotechnology and life science.
Many research seeds have sprouted and bloomed in diverse industries.
Nanotechnology and materials
Development of innovative nanobiomaterials with unique properties and their medical applications
Analysis of collagenous fiber's self-organizing property to induce tensile stress and development of a method to make artificial tendons
Low-temperature synthesis of Mg2Si using hydrogen
Production of liquid to disperse nanocarbon material and its application
Soil house made of liquefied soil-cement with vinylon fiber
Application of chromophoric silver film
Introduction of joining technology for dissimilar metals −Brazing of CP-Ti to stainless steel by using combination brazing filler metal foils−
Development of analytical method for biological and/or moist materials with probe water structures −From living body to concrete−
Life science
Gene polymorphism analysis for carcinoma pharmacotherapy
New application of glycoscience to analysis of immunity, cranial nerves and membrane function
Measurement of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) and development of inhibitor for AGEs formation using food ingredients
New cancer therapy and periodontal disease therapy, proposal and equipment development II
Active oxygen monitoring and application for sterilization system using a quartz crystal microbalance method
Structural analysis of glycolipid by convenient and rapid removal of detergent and triglyceride
Objective diagnostic tool for sick-building syndrome −Comprehensive evaluation using neurologic technique–
Project to establish quantitative pain assessment for development of painless microneedle
Collaboration of medical and engineering fields using the world's first system combining diagnosis and treatment −Setting up a collaborative research organization to raise the profile of Tokai University−
Fabrication of 3-dimensional cell structure using patterning with electrostatically-injected droplet (PELID) method
Roles of α-chimaerin in the neural circuit for eye movement
In vitro cultivation of hematopoietic stem cells and their precursors − MIR126-induced proliferation and maintenance of pluripotency−
Anti-adhesion effect of type V collagen α3 chain, and its clinical application
Agriculture, forestry and Fisheries (food)
Research on effective use of functional ingredients using anthocyanin-rich sweet potato
Development of Tokai University's original high-function foods and basic research to create Tokai University brands
Environment and energy
Development of a system for monitoring and managing intestinal flora-derived odor for improving environment in hospitals
Research on pelagic ecosystem response to climate variability in the transition zone of central North Pacific Ocean using satellite derived ocean surface current data
Research on the waterfront ecosystem of the Yaeyama Islands and its preservation −Distribution of endangered plants in paddy fields on Iriomote Island−
Decomposition of refractory, hazardous organic compounds in water using atmospheric-pressurized plasma jet −For water purification−
Analysis of hydrological regime affected by stream velocity and irregularity of stream bed and the regime's influence on the rate of settlement of aquatic insects
Basic research on absolute measurement of optical radiation's intensity
Research on the relationship between fish distribution and physical/chemical environment in the River Kaname in Kanagawa Prefecture
Comprehensive research for investigating cloud lifecycle using 3rd-generation satellite systems and models
‑ermoacoustic engine with an energy conversion rate of 30% using a 300ºC heat source
Fabrication of high-performance dye-sensitized solar cells by precise control of titanium dioxide layers
Development of high-performance photocatalyst for hydrogen energy by chemical solution processes
Research and development of high temperature superconducting current leads prepared by YBCO tapes
Manufacturing technology
Development of human mimetic robotics
Development of high-rigidity thrust air bearing using a technique to optimize groove shape
Research and development of easily removable screws to assist recycling, and human-friendly medical and dental equipment parts
Humanities, social science and others
Robot technologies for underwater work −A robot for research on underwater archaeology, plants, animals and the environment−
Phenomenological and experimental research to analyze the functions of embodied knowledge in relation to intersubjectivity theory
Study on a formative method; applying snowfall to make outdoor environments richer and healthier
Archeological research on the process of settlement by paddy rice farmers and subsequent effects on the landscape on the Yaeyama Islands from the 17th to 18th century