Nara Institute of Science and Technology Division for Research Strategy

Members

KUWATA Osamu

[Qualification] Ph.D., from Graduate School of Science, Kyoto University (March 1992) / Certified Research Administrator (2022)

[Professional] Biophysics, neurophysiology

[Comment] I have been involved in various research projects as a faculty member/researcher or research administrator/manager at several universities in Japan and abroad. Now at NAIST, which is undergoing transformation to become one of Japan’s Peak Research Universities, I will pursue my professional development and contribute to further strengthening the research capabilities of NAIST.

[Contact] kuwata.osamu[a]naist.ac.jp (Please replace [a] with @.)

NAKATSUKA Yuko

[Qualification] Ph.D. Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University

[Professional] Inorganic chemistry, Solid state chemistry

[Comment] After working as an assistant professor at the University of Tokyo, I have been in my current position since April 2019. Taking advantage of my experience as a faculty member, I will endeavor to provide support from the standpoint of a researcher.

[Contact] nakatsuka[a]rsc.naist.jp (Please replace [a] with @.)

NAKAMURA Ibuki

[Qualification] Ph.D. Graduate School of Science, Nara Institute of Science and Technology

[Professional] Biofunctional chemistry, Protein engineering

[Comment] After earning my Ph.D. from NAIST, I have been in my current position since June 2025. Drawing on my research experience at this university, I strive to contribute to creating an optimal environment for researchers.

[Contact] nakamura.ibuki[a]naist.ac.jp (Please replace [a] with @.)