New fields in magnetics created by light Magneto-optical effect, an interaction between light and magnetic field in a medium, is currently being investigated by many researchers and a number of new phenomena are being discovered. In particular, by using magneto-optical effect, many researches such as spin-photonics, spin wave excited by light pulse, data storage, high sensitivity sensors, and fast-switching phenomenon have been developed energetically. In this symposium, exciting and stimulating discussion among those interested in this field are highly expected. Date: January 31st (Tuesday), 2012 13:00 – 17:00 Venue: Room 601, Kagaku-kaikan(Chemistry Hall) (1-5 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / 3-min. walk from Ochanomizu Station on the JR Chuo Line) TEL:03-3292-6161 In […]

Spin in Quantum Computing and Quantum Communication Recently, quantum spin systems are of interest for applications to ultrahigh-speed parallel computing and absolutely safe cryptographic communication. The precise control and the observation of the quantum state, i.e. the orientation and the phase of spin, are essential in the quantum information science. In this symposium, 6 researchers distinguished for this research field will provide recent interesting topics on the quantum phenomena appearing in confined semiconductors, superconductors and metals. We are very much looking forward to your participation. Date: December 7th (Wednesday), 2011 13:00-17:20 Venue: Room 320, Surugadai Memorial Hall, Chuo University (3-11-5, Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / 3-min. walk from JR Ochanomizu Station), […]

Light and Magnetism in Meta-materials Macroscopic materials consisting of artificial components much smaller than the wavelength are called meta-materials. Meta-materials enable us to realize the intriguing wave behaviors, which we have never observed in nature; for example, a negative refractive index or an invisible cloak using electromagnetic meta-materials in the microwave region. In this symposium, we are inviting speakers studying on the frontline of research into optical and magnetic properties of meta-materials. We hope to generate exciting and stimulating discussion among those interested in this field, relating to the possibilities of meta-materials. Date: October 21st, 2011 (Friday) 10:30 – 16:30 Venue: Surugadai Memorial Hall, Room 670, Chuo University (3-11-5 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, […]

Magnetic Fluids: Progress in the past half-century and prospects for the next half-century Half-century has passed since development of magnetic fluids by NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) and Tohoku University, which are now widely being used in various industrial applications. However, there are still several unresolved theoretical and practical issues for this novel material. In this symposium, researchers specializing in various areas related to magnetic fluids will deliver lectures about the new developments and future perspectives in their respective fields. We would like to provide the opportunity to have discussion on fundamental mechanisms and new applications of magnetic fluids. We are very much looking forward to your participation. Date: […]

History and future prospects of magnetics Research and development in magnetics are making remarkable advance in aspects of fundamental physics and various applications. For example the phenomena theoretically proposed some decades ago are demonstrated with recent nano-technology. Past technology revives with a different shape or in unexpected fields. This symposium provides an opportunity to introduce future prospects in variety of magnetic research with historical view point. We are very much looking forward to your participation and getting hints for your works. Date: May 20, 2011 (FRI) 13:00-17:00 Venue: Surugadai Memorial Hall, Room 670, Chuo University (3-11-5 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), tel: 03-3292-3111 In cooperation with: IEEE Magnetic Society Japan Chapter, The […]

Advanced Technology for Future Information Storage The magnetic recording system such as HDD comes to do the kernel of the information storage technology, and is progressing to the field where the application is quite new on a digital information age. Moreover, the information storage is requested to take not only the magnetic recording technology but also other storage technologies, and to be discussed widely. In this symposium, we will focus on the advanced technology for future information storage. Though magnetic recording technologies are placed as a main stream, the symposium where new information storage technologies are able to be discussed actively is planned. It was postponed due to the earthquake […]

Current status and future prospects of biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles Research and development of biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles have been activated from fundamental subjects to clinical tests. In this symposium, recent studies on diagnostic and therapeutic methods and regeneration therapy using magnetic nanoparticles are introduced. Detection of magnetic nanoparticles localized at a specific position inside of the body is significant for diagnosis. In vitro detection of magnetic nanoparticles is also expected for diagnostic applications. Recent research activities on therapeutic methods and regeneration therapy using magnetic nanoparticles are advanced drastically to a new stage for practical applications. The present status and future prospects of biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles […]

Electromagnetism of nano-structured materials Recent progress in the fields of meta-materials and spin-current using nano-structured materials has led a movement towards the re-consideration of magnetic permeability and electromagnetism of matter. Much attention has been paid to this movement also from the view point of near-field-assisted magnetic recording technologies. On the other hand, magnetic materials with large permeability have been intensively studied so far by members of the MSJ. This symposium is open for the discussion of “classical permeability” and “a new aspect of permeability” and to promote the novel research field of electromagnetism in nano-structured materials. In this symposium, we hope to generate exciting and stimulating discussion among those interested […]

The Physics of the “Spin-Crossover” The oxides and the complex including the transition metal have the crucial role as ceramics, functional polymers and a biological material such as the haem-protein. The d-electrons of the transition metals enclosed by the ligand dominants the characteristic of these materials and d-electrons will take a variety of spin arrangement, which is correlated with the difference of the electronic state. That is, the spin state is united strongly with the electronic state. Moreover, if the spin arrangement can be changed by external stimulation, the change in variegated physical properties accompanied with the change of magnetism can be realized through the change of the electronic state. […]

Heat and magnetism as energy-related technology Finite fossil fuels such as petroleum are still the most commonly energy source. 60% of electric power in Japan is generated by combustion of such fossil fuels, which are indispensable to maintain the quality of our life. On the other hand, with more encouragement of suppression for CO2 emission causing green house warming, development of a new energy sources to replace present fossil fuels are desired more. Since the discovery of Faraday’s electromagnetic induction law, magnetism and energy are closely related with each other. So we would like to focus on the collaboration between magnetism and heat in this symposium. Recent exciting topics for […]