Profile
Multimodal measurement Smart lab
Professor ONO Shimpei
- Themes
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- Innovative ion control technology
- Development of iontronics
- Keywords
- Ion control technology, Iontronics
- Research Activities
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Developing innovative ion control technology to create an “ion computer.”
Ions are among the most ubiquitous materials around us. When thinking of ions, electrolytes in secondary batteries might come to mind, but in reality, ions are utilized in various of contexts. For instance, in biological systems, ions are involved in various physiological functions, and in structures like concrete, they play a crucial role. We are moving forward with the challenge of realizing an "ion computer" that maximizes this ionic functionality and utilizes this technology. While the idea of ion-based computers may seem like a distant dream, considering the role of ions in biological activities makes it a natural concept. By understanding and elucidating the mechanisms of ion functions, we aim to establish technologies for precise ion control, paving the way for the realization of ion computers. To achieve this, we employ a wide range of measurement techniques to comprehensively study the sophisticated methods of ion control in nature and uncover their underlying principles. Furthermore, based on these insights, we are advancing the development of biomimetic devices that leverage ion control technologies. In addition, we will also promote research related to the function of ions, such as the diagnosis of deterioration of concrete structures and the function of plants.
- Message
- We will continue our research on all kinds of materials related to ions at the trans-scale, from living organisms to concrete. We will also pioneer trans-scale measurement methods.
