TAHARA Kazukuni
Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Science and Technology, Meiji University, Professor
Our research projects focus on synthesizing novel organic molecules with unique chemical and physical properties to create new functional materials. We are currently engaged in three main research lines:
1. Synthesis of novel π-conjugated organic molecules that exhibit unique electronic and photophysical properties.
2. Studies on the structural control and functionality of two-dimensional molecular self-assemblies at the liquid-solid interfaces.
3. Covalent chemical functionalization of graphite and graphene.
While the research goals of these three projects differ, they share a common foundation: the use of novel, designed molecular building blocks. At the outset of each project, we design new molecules based on predictions from quantum chemical calculations and molecular mechanics simulations. These designed organic molecules are then synthesized through various synthetic methods. Finally, we evaluate the functionalities of these molecules using different analytical techniques. Further details can be found in our recent publications.
Daisuke Asai
Syuuhei Sato
Hansang Na
Aya Hayashi
Ken Machida
Yuu Yamazaki
Takumi Yokoyama
Kouichi Asakura
Yuuki Okagaki
Syunsuke Kaneko
Kento Tamai
Soto Moriya
Tsubasa Yamakawa
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10 minutes on foot from Odakyu Line (both semi-express, and local trains), Ikuta Station