New Energy
We are developing new synthesis methods of novel nanomaterials and applications to energy, environment, and electronics based on nanotechnology. Our research focuses on nanocarbon materials, novel two-dimensional layered materials, and their heterostructures. Energy saving devices and solar cells are fabricated from these new and unique nanomaterials. We are organizing a two-dimensional materials consortium, called “Nanofoundary (KOINE)”. Throughout our intensive research activity, we would like to organize and take part in collaborative international projects.
Research topics
Lab members
Project name:
Synthesis of Nanomaterials for Energy and Electronic Applications
Project leader:
Prof. Hiroki Ago
5F, GIC Bldg., Chikushi Campus
Research topics
- Synthesis of two-dimensional nanomaterials
- Synthesis of large-area, high-quality graphene wafer
- CVD growth and applications of hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) sheets
- CVD growth of 2D atomic layers of transition metal dichalcogenides and related new materials
- 2D heterostructures using various 2D materials
- Applications of nanomaterials to energy, environment, and electronics
- Energy-related devices with 2D materials, such as ultra-low energy device and photovoltaic cells
- Wearable devices and other human interface applications with low-dimensional nanomaterial
KOINE Research Platform：NanoFoundry
We are organizing a 2D materials consortium with members from industry, university, and public sectors.
Recent Research projects
- JSPS KAKENHI, Scientific Research (A), FY2018∼2021
- JST CREST, FY2018∼2023
- JSPS KAKENHI, Challenging Exploratory Research, FY2019∼2020
- Kyushu University, Gap Fund, FY2018
- JSPS KAKENHI, Scientific Research on Innovative Areas, FY2016∼2017
Awards
- Young Scientist Award from the MEXT, Japan
- Iijima Award from Fullerene-Nanotube Research Society of Japan
- Excellent Paper Award from Japanese Society of Applied Physics
- Sangyo Times Award from The Society of Nano Science and Technology
Patents
- PCT/JP2010/064848, “Graphene Sheet and Method for Producing the Same“, and other 13 patents
Others
- Editorial Board Member of Scientific Reports (Nature Publishing Group)
- International Advisory Board Member of RPGR conference series
- Vice-president of the Fullerene-Nanotube-Graphene Society, Japan
Two-dimensional materials consortium (KOINE meeting)
