◆ Observational Astronomy

Observational astronomy, extragalacitc astronomy, interstellar matter, development of observational instruments and system for the Antarctic THz telescope

◆ Theoretical Particle Physics and Cosmology

Particle physics, beyond the standard model, dark matter, dark energy, grand unified theory, superstrings, supersymmetry, early universe.

◆ Theoretical Nuclear Physics

Quantum many-body problems, nuclear force, unstable nuclei, collective motions, exotic deformations, fundamental nuclear processes including beta and double beta decays, nucleosynthesis.

◆ Theoretical Astrophysics

Theoretical astronomy, numerical simulations, galaxy formation, galaxy clusters, supermassive black holes, interstellar matter, star formation, interstellar dust

◆ Planetary and Space Group

Origin and evolution of planets and satellites, material evolution during planetary system formation, structure and dynamics of Earth and planetary atmospheres, comparative planetology, space exploration and ground-based observation, experimental studies, theory and hierarchical numerical simulation models, applications of information technology.

＊Specially Appointed Position

◆ Astrophysical Chemistry / Ice and Planetary Science (ILTS)

Interstellar molecules, ice dust, amorphous solid water, surface reactions.

◆ Phase Transition Dynamics (ILTS)

Phase transition dynamics, crystal growth, ice, snow, interferometry, advanced optical microscopy, atomic force microscopy.

◆ Information Media Science (IIC)

Learning science, learning platforms, open education.

◆ Nuclear Reaction Data Science

Nuclear data, nuclear reactions, evaluation.

＊Visiting Professor Position

◆ Spacecraft Observation Group

Planetary exploration, infrared astronomy from space, radio astronomy from space.

＊Visiting Professor / Associate Professor Position