| Time |
Wednesday, June 17 |
Thursday, June 18 |
Friday, June 19 |
| 11:00-11:40 |
- Theme 1"The Cutting Edge of Materials Informatics (MI)" Accelerating Material Development
- Seeing the Unseen in Materials: WAVEBASE at the Intersection of Synchrotron Radiation and AI
- Using synchrotron radiation facilities such as SPring-8, which provide highly intense X-rays (acting as giant microscopes), we analyze the molecular structure of rubber inside tires. Furthermore, by leveraging WAVEBASE, large volumes of highly precise data obtained at these facilities can be processed rapidly, enabling the presentation of case studies in which new insights have been gained compared to conventional approaches.
- TOYOTA MORTOR CORPORATION
- Material / Data Business Group Business Incubation Dept.
New Business Planning Div.; Project Manager
Yuichi Aoyagi
- Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.
- Research Center for Advanced Technology &
Innovation Research &Development HQ.; Manager
Ryo Mashita
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- Theme 3"High-Performance Energy Materials" Supporting Powertrain Diversification
- Resonac's Solution Technology for Advanced Material Development and the Development of Carbon-Neutral Aluminum Alloys
- Resonac advances vehicle performance through materials development supported by computational science and power module technologies, exemplified by carbon‑neutral aluminum alloys.
- Resonac Corporation
- Aluminum Specialty components Business Unit ,
Development Department, General Manager
Naoyuki Kawata
Research Institute Strategy Department,
Co-creation Strategy Group, Director
Hiroshi Yokota
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- Theme 4"Ultra-Lightweight and Multi-Material Technologies" Accelerating Structural Innovation
- The Cutting Edge of Vehicle Lightweighting Technologies Using Ultra-High-Strength Steel and Aluminum
- Based on an original BEV body design case study, this presentation introduces the lightweighting concept of placing steel sheets and aluminum materials in the right place, along with practical implementation examples. It also covers parts integration technologies (including the cold-formed door ring currently under development), the latest application trends of aluminum sheets and extrusions, dissimilar material joining, and environmental impact assessment cases using low-CO₂ materials and LCA.
- KOBE STEEL, LTD
- General Manager
Application Technology Center
Technical Development Group
Junya Naito
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| 13:00-13:40 |
- Theme 1"The Cutting Edge of Materials Informatics (MI)" Accelerating Material Development
- Next‑generation materials development with Materials Informatics
- As vehicle electrification accelerates, the need for rapid development of battery materials and a wide range of functional materials continues to grow. This talk introduces the Materials Informatics (MI) technologies jointly advanced by Nissan's global R&D teams, including its overseas laboratories. It also highlights the latest trends in next‑generation materials development enabled by MI, showcasing how data‑driven approaches are transforming materials discovery and performance optimization.
- Nissan Motor Corporation
- Research Division, Advanced materials and Components laboratory
Masanobu Uchimura
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- Theme 3"High-Performance Energy Materials" Supporting Powertrain Diversification
- Novel Proton-Conducting Electrolyte Material for Next-Generation Fuel Cells
- Expanding the operating temperature range of fuel cells is essential for the widespread adoption of FCEVs, yet conventional polymer electrolytes have intrinsic limitations. At DENSO, we have been investigating COF materials with regularly ordered nanopores as a potential solution. COFs are porous materials inspired by MOFs, which have attracted attention following the Nobel Prize. In this talk, I will introduce key challenges facing fuel cells and discuss the potential of COF materials to address them.
- DENSO CORPORATION
- Advanced Research and Innovation Center,
Material R&I Div. FC Innovation Sect.
Manager
MASANE KIN
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- Theme 5"Sustainable Materials and Resource Circulation" Shaping Sustainability
- Approach of Sumitomo Chemical's circular carbon economy
- This presentation will cover topics related to Sumitomo Chemical's technical and business development activities in mechanical recycling, chemical recycling and biomass utilization, aimed at realizing a circular carbon economy in the society. We will discuss the characteristics of our technologies, proposed new business model, and challenges for social implementation.
- Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Business Development Office for Circular Carbon Economy
Yoshinobu Nozue
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| 14:10-14:50 |
- Theme 1"The Cutting Edge of Materials Informatics (MI)" Accelerating Material Development
- Combinatorial experimentation and machine learning for the exploration of magnetic thermoelectric materials
- We present a study on high-performance magnetic thermoelectric materials by integrating combinatorial experimentation with materials informatics. Along with demonstrating new material discoveries and the advantages of accelerated R&D, we outline future perspectives and technical issues in the field of thermoelectric energy harvesting.
- NEC Corporation
- Secure System Platform Research Laboratories/
Senior Principal Researcher
Masahiko Ishida
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- Theme 4"Ultra-Lightweight and Multi-Material Technologies" Accelerating Structural Innovation
- Advancing Mobility with CFRP, and Sustainability Initiatives
- This presentation introduces CFRP applications in mobility, particularly in automotive uses, and presents quantitative data on LCA reductions, as well as recent advances in recycled and bio-based materials.
- Toray Industries, Inc.
- General Manager, Advanced Composites Division
Chairman, Toray Carbon Magic Co., Ltd
MIKI TERADA
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- Theme 5"Sustainable Materials and Resource Circulation" Shaping Sustainability
- Rubber Resource Circulation: Advanced Devulcanization and Industry-Academia-Government Collaboration
- Toyoda Gosei has commercialized rubber devulcanization technology since 1997.
We are now developing advanced chemical devulcanization for higher quality materials.
Our goal is 1,200 tons annual production by 2030, expanding industry-wide through the
Chubu Rubber Industry Association.
We present our resource circulation model via technology evolution and industry
collaboration.
- TOYODA GOSEI CO.,LTD.
- General Manager
Material Engineering Division1
HIDEKAZU KURIMOTO
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| 15:20-16:00 |
- Theme 3“High-Performance Energy Materials” Supporting Powertrain Diversification
- Automotive Materials Strategy in the Era of Energy Transition and Resource Constraints
- Considering powertrain diversification and resource constraints, an integrated approach to high-performance materials and the circular economy is needed to simultaneously optimize performance, environmental impact, and supply risks; this section presents a next-generation automotive materials strategy.
- Deloitte Tohmatsu LLC
- Partner
Issui Ihara
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- Theme 5"Sustainable Materials and Resource Circulation" Shaping Sustainability
- Solving Resource Circularity with Technology and Industry: A Perspective Beyond Industry Boundaries Toward the Future of Mobility
- ○First Half
Driven by stricter environmental regulations and resource constraints, the automotive industry is accelerating its shift toward resource-recycling models. The first half of the session will provide an overview of domestic and international trends and explore the potential for industrializing resource recycling through technology.
- PwC Consulting LLC.
- Smart Mobility Innovation Hub GX & Ecosystem Program Director
IX-SBX New business CoE Director
Yusuke Hosoi
- ○Second Half
The second half will feature a panel discussion focusing on policy, dismantling sites, materials, and strategic and regulatory frameworks, aiming to realize resource recycling that transcends industry boundaries.
- Ministry of the Environment
- Environmental Regeneration and Resource Circulation Bureau
Resource Circulation Division
Office for Resource Circulation System Promotion
Director
Yohei Kawada
- Panasonic Holdings Corporation
- Manufacturing Innovation Division
Manufacturing Solution Center
CE Technology Development Department
General Manager
Genichiro Matsuda
- Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- Basic Materials Business Group
Business Planning Division
CN & CE Planning Department
Business Development Group
Group Manager
Kazuo Asuka
- PwC Consulting LLC
- Director
Mikiko Saito
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- Theme 2“Next-Generation Interfaces and Sensory Materials" That Bring Digital Experiences to Life
- The future value of in-cabin space created by Alps Alpine’s core technologies
- In this presentation, Alps Alpine—having led the development of HMI products—will introduce its vision for the future value of in-cabin space, along with the core technologies that support it. As the physical AI transformation of automobiles accelerates, we will explain how our technologies will contribute to creating this value, based on our corporate vision: “Shaping the future through technology that resonates with people’s sensibilities.”
- ALPS ALPINE CO., LTD.
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Product marketing Dept. Manager
Motoki Hirayama
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