In addition to promoting advanced research, the Institute conducts demonstrative research on advanced technologies in local areas, clarifying associated risks, and designing technologies that are socially acceptable. It aims to create new societal and business models through research collaborations between organizations, both public and private.
Innovation Design Institute Introduction Videos
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We create and propose research themes that open up the future and lead to the creation of new value
Centralized and prompt responses shorten the time from application to research initiation.
The best research teams are formed from university researchers according to the research objectives.
We promote the project through progress management based on the opinions and requests of participating companies.
Precise management of research funds ensures efficient operation.
Accepting external researchers helps improve the research capabilities of personnel from companies.
| Director | Yoshiyuki Kakehi |
|---|---|
| Deputy Directors | Norio Matsuki Naoyuki Hara Ichiro Ishimaru |
| Executive Director | Tetsuro Butsuen |
| Deputy Executive Director | Taichi Nagatomi |
| Intellectual Property Manager | Haruo Oba Takashi Yamanaka Akihiko Ishiduka Keiko Sato Shinsuke Aoki Kazuhiko Itaya Yasushi Yamamoto |
| Project Managers | Taichi Nagatomi Taisuke Yagi |