Solid materials are composed of aggregated atoms and molecules, and show a variety of properties depending on the combination of elements and differences in structure. In our laboratory, we conduct research on the creation of solid materials with new functional properties by combining various chemical reactions with atomically controlled crystal growth methods. In particular, we focus on “controlling the properties of mixed-anion oxide thin films” and are currently working on the realization of multiferroic properties in transition metal oxyfluoride thin films at room temperature, the development of all-solid-state fluoride ion secondary batteries, and the development of new functions through heterostructures or transistor structures. We also use advanced analytical techniques and theoretical calculations to elucidate the mechanisms of chemical reactions and physical properties.
For our research and going higher education inquiries, please email Akira Chikamatsu directly.
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2026年7月21日
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NEW!
Our paper on the effects of fluorination on the ferroelectric and magnetic properties of barium‑substituted bismuth ferrite thin films has been published in The Journal of Physical Chemistry C. This work is the result of a collaborative effort with the University of Tokyo, KEK, Tohoku University, and Tokyo University of Science.
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2026年6月27日
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D2 Kamigaito received the Outstanding Student Poster Award at The Japan Society of Vacuum and Surface Science The 2026 Kanto Branch Annual Meeting.
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2026年6月27日
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At The Japan Society of Vacuum and Surface Science The 2026 Kanto Branch Annual Meeting, M2 Tsukiji gave an oral presentation, while D2 Kamigaito and M1 Kasahara presented their work in the poster session.
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2026年4月1日
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New members assigned for FY2026.
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2026年3月27日
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Chikamatsu gave an invited talk at 3rd Mini Crossover Seminar on Functional Materials.
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2026年3月16日
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M2 Tsuiji presented her research in an oral session at the 73rd JSAP Spring Meeting.
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2026年3月9日
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At the Future with India Program Kick-off Symposium, D1 Kamigaito delivered a research presentation representing Ochanomizu University.
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2026年3月4日
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D1 Kamigaito and M1 Tsukiji presented their posters at the 4th Inter‑University Chemistry Symposium.
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2026年1月26日
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Chikamatsu delivered an invited lecture at the 2025 Young Researchers Seminar of the Nanotechnology Center, Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, Osaka University.
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2025年11月15日
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At the 19th Fluorine Chemistry Seminar, Chikamatsu gave an invited lecture. At the 48th Fluorine Chemistry Discussion Meeting, D1 Kamigaito delivered an oral presentation, while M2 Nakano, M2 Hagiwara, and M1 Tsukiji presented posters.
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Akira Chikamatsu
Ochanomizu University
Faculty of Core Research Natural Science Division
Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science
Advanced Sciences, Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences
Address: 2-1-1 Otsuka, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-8610, Japan
Office: Room 326 in Faculty of Science Building 1
Phone: 03-5978-5335
E-mail: chikamatsu.akira_at_ocha.ac.jp(*Please change the part of “_at_” to “@”.)
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