INTRODUCTION
Masuhara Laboratory is part of the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Graduate School of Science and Engineering at Yamagata University.
PEOPLE
As of 2025, our research team includes 5 PhD students, 12 MSc students, and 13 BSc students, all led by Professor Akito Masuhara.. (See MEMBER).
Prof. Akito Masuhara
CONCEPT
Nanomaterials Shaping Tomorrow
By working at the nanoscale, we aim to develop smarter materials that help shape a more efficient and sustainable future.
ABOUT RESEARCHES
Masuhara Laboratory advances materials research centered on nanomaterials, creating impact in both fundamental science and practical applications.
Our core themes focus on polymer-functionalized nanoparticles and perovskite nanocrystals.
For the former, we engineer dense polymer shells on inorganic nanoparticles such as silica through controlled polymerization techniques. These materials are being developed for proton and ion conduction, as well as high-performance gas separation membranes.
Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cell (PEFC)
Besides, we are also conducting researches on CO₂ separation membranes. This technology is promising low-energy and low-cost technologies for capturing CO₂ from flue gas and ambient air toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
CO₂ separation membrane
Perovskite nanocrystals—nanoscale lead-halide semiconductor crystals—serve as highly efficient, color-pure, and tunable light-emitting materials.
They are promising candidates for next-generation displays and optical wavelength-conversion technologies.
Perovskite Nano Crystal
MISSIONS
1. Concise & Professional
Advance the science of nano materials through innovative research on perovskite nanocrystals, fuel-cell technologies, and CO₂-separation membranes, contributing to sustainable solutions for future energy and environmental challenges.
2. Inspirational & Forward-Looking
We aim to redefine the frontiers of nano-material science by discovering and engineering next-generation materials that can integrate seamlessly with emerging technologies. Through curiosity-driven research and global collaboration, our lab strives to create sustainable innovations that benefit society and the planet.
3. Achievement-Focused
Building on our internationally recognized achievements, our mission is to lead groundbreaking research in nano materials, including perovskite nanocrystals, advanced fuel-cell systems, and CO₂-separation membranes. We are committed to developing materials that power cleaner energy and support a more sustainable future.
4. Human-friendly and environmentally friendly
We foster a creative and collaborative research environment where students and scientists work together to push the boundaries of nano-material innovation. Besides, we are working hard to discover new materials—from perovskites to fuel cells and environmental membranes— in order to contribute meaningful solutions to the world’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
FACILITIES
At Masuhara Lab, we are proud of our wide range of measure equipments and analytical machines, which ensures accurateness of our experiments. For Perovskite’s experiments, there are Glove Box, Spin Coater, UV – vis, FT – IR… For CO₂ separation membranes we have Vacuum Dryer, Spray Coater,… etc.
For more information, see Equipments.
COOPERATION
Masuhara Laboratory also actively collaborates with industry partners. We strive to create technologies that transform society through the power of nanomaterials.
For more information, see Exhibition.
CONTACT
Address: 〒992-8510
Room 505E or 504, 10th Building
Engineering Department of Yamagata University –
Yonezawa Campus
4 Chome 3-16 Nancho, Yamagata Prefecture.
Phone: +81-238-26-3891.
Email: masuhara.lab@gmail.com.