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Discovering the Terahertz Industry

Okayama University, located in the heart of Japan’s Okayama City, is set to host a significant seminar entitled "The Birth of the Terahertz Industry" on October 30, 2025. This event will take place from 1:30 PM to 3:05 PM at the Engineering Building, Lecture Room 4 at the Tsushima Campus. This seminar highlights the latest advancements in terahertz technology and its burgeoning applications across multiple sectors.

What is Terahertz Technology?

Terahertz waves are electromagnetic waves that range from 100 GHz to 100 THz. Recent advancements in semiconductor and laser technologies have significantly boosted the utilization of these waves in various fields. Notably, terahertz waves are anticipated to play a critical role in semiconductor testing, medical diagnostics, next-generation communications, and quantum computing applications.

Event Highlights

The seminar will feature distinguished speakers from the terahertz field:

• - Ryoichi Fukazawa, Representative Director of Spectrum Design Inc., will discuss advancements in terahertz wave sensing technology, focusing on its potential in industrial applications.
• - Masayoshi Tonouchi, Specially Appointed Professor at Okayama University and Emeritus Professor at Osaka University, will present on practical semiconductor R&D and wafer-scale process management applications.
• - Toshihiko Kiwa, Professor at Okayama University, will delve into the applications of terahertz wave chemical microscopy.

Schedule:

• - 1:30 PM - 1:35 PM: Opening Remarks
• - 1:35 PM - 2:05 PM: Presentation by Ryoichi Fukazawa
• - 2:05 PM - 2:35 PM: Presentation by Masayoshi Tonouchi
• - 2:35 PM - 2:45 PM: Break
• - 2:45 PM - 3:00 PM: Presentation by Toshihiko Kiwa
• - 3:00 PM - 3:05 PM: Closing Remarks

This event is free of charge and does not require prior registration, encouraging all interested parties to attend and engage in discussions about the future of the terahertz industry.

Registration and Contact Information

There is no need for pre-registration, making it easy for anyone interested to join the seminar. For further inquiries, attendees can reach out to the AEMT Lab at Okayama University:

• - Phone: 086-251-8130
• - Email: kiwa◎okayama-u.ac.jp (replace ◎ with @)

The seminar is organized by Okayama University's Next-Generation Research Group FS, which focuses on establishing a Zero Emission Society through innovative nanomaterials (ZEN-GO). This research group is part of a broader initiative at Okayama University to advance interdisciplinary cooperation and innovation in medical and engineering fields.

More About Okayama University

Okayama University continues to support the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and has received accolades such as the Special Award in Japan's first SDGs Award. As a core and distinctive research university, Okayama University strives to foster co-creation with the community while accelerating its mission to become a global center of innovation.

To know more about the event details or the university’s endeavors in promoting sustainability and technological advancements, you can visit the official university websites or the AEMT Lab webpage.