Robotics
Haptic Teleoperation Research Unit
The unit is conducting research and development of remote control operations for highly efficient and sufficiently reliable applications in harsh and/or normal environments based upon real haptics technology.
Autonomous, Intelligent, and Swarm Control Research Unit
The unit is conducting research and development of technologies to make robots intelligent through use of AI and control a group of robots together to enhance the autonomy of robots.
Fuel Cell System Unit
The unit is conducting research and development of small drones using fuel cell systems that are able to fly with large payloads for long periods of time and achieve carbon neutrality.
Power Soft Robotics Unit
The Unit is Aiming to realize a rugged environment robot that combines "great power and a sturdy body" with "gentle and dexterous work ability," capable of performing tasks toughly yet gently in harsh environments such as disaster sites.
Agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Soil and Plant Multi-Dynamics Research Unit
The unit aims to increase crop yields and improve agricultural sustainability by exploring the multi-dynamics of soil environment and plant nutrition from different perspectives.
Soil Homeostasis Research Unit
This unit is to realize low-environmental impact and low-cost agriculture by creating soil, utilizing the mechanism for restoring homeostasis in the material cycle of soil.
Forest Biomass Chemical Innovation Unit
The unit is conducting research and development into innovative chemical technologies and processes to utilize forest resources. In particular, we will establish technology to remove radioactive cesium from contaminated wood, and aim to develop safe applications (such as bioplastics).
Energy
Hydrogen Energy System Safety Science and Risk Management Unit
The unit is to develop a hydrogen energy system for local production and consumption, and conduct risk assessments with the aim of implementing it in the society. Also to conduct the research and development necessary to ensure the safety of the hydrogen energy system.
Organic Synthesis Research Unit for Forest Biomass Utilization
The unit is conducting research and development of catalyst technology and other related methods to efficiently synthesize chemicals (such as liquid fuels) using forest biomass as a resource.
Materials and Devices Research Unit for Eco Hydrogen Energy Systems
The unit is conducting research and development on the materials and devices necessary for the effective utilization of renewable energy and hydrogen with high efficiency.
Radiation science, medicine and drug development, & industrial applications for radiation
Plant Imaging Research Unit
The unit is to deepen understanding of plant nutritional physiology by capturing the dynamics of substances in living organisms and to develop imaging research using radiation to contribute to the improved productivity and added value of agricultural crops.
Fundamental Radiation Technology Research and Development Unit
The unit is to develop highly original technologies by enhancing the fundamental technologies for radiation measurement and imaging, such as new radiation detection and analysis technologies.
Radiotheranostic Development Unit
The unit is conducting research and development of pharmaceuticals used for diagnosis and treatment using radioactive isotopes. The organization will carry out preclinical trials and aims to lead to clinical trials.
Collection and dissemination of data and knowledge on nuclear disasters
Mega-Disaster Resilience Science Unit
The unit is conducting research that contributes to the realization of a resilient society aimed at overcoming large-scale disasters including compound disasters.
Regional Environmental Co-Creation Unit
This Unit is based on the evaluation of the effectiveness of measures to suppress the transfer of radioactive substances to the ecosystem due to human activities in the environment, we aim for the recovery of Fukushima's environment and reconstruction by promoting dialogue and cooperation with local residents.
Nuclear Disaster Medical Science Unit
The unit is conducting research and development of related to medical science and public health concerning nuclear disasters.
