Taniyuki Furuyama
Professor | Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Applied Chemistry Course
Field of Applied Chemistry
In my classes, I aim to help students see firsthand how the core reactions and physical properties in materials science are tied together by a unified theory. In our research group, we focus on developing novel molecular materials—drawing on the unique strengths of each student—while actively collaborating with researchers across diverse fields. Through these integrated efforts, our goal is to create new value in synthetic chemistry.
Synthetic Chemistry of Near-Infrared Dyes
What students can learn
Students will learn the entire process of design, synthesis, and structural characterization of organic molecules. Through the identification of these developed novel molecules, they can also learn about various fields, such as photochemistry, electrochemistry, and catalysis.
In this research, we develop novel materials capable of utilizing near-infrared (NIR) light through basic synthetic organic chemistry. As a major component of sunlight, NIR light is a next-generation energy source valued for its safety and high penetration capacity. Our group creates these materials by examining industrial dyes from the perspective of basic organic chemistry. When synthesizing compounds, we apply established techniques while also developing entirely novel synthetic methods. These materials show great promise across diverse fields—such as energy, medicine, and the environment—and have attracted significant attention from industry. We conduct practical engineering research for the benefit of society and industry, through placing high value on fundamental science.
Synthetic Organic Chemistry as a Bridge Across Diverse Research Fields
What students can learn
Students will learn to design specific molecules capable of addressing various societal challenges. Furthermore, they will acquire international and interpersonal skills needed to effectively communicate and collaborate with researchers across diverse fields.
We translate the challenges of scientists and industry partners into molecular solutions, collaborating closely to solve them. Beyond chemistry, we propose concrete material solutions for problems originating from diverse fields such as physics and biology. Our group has a unique library of functionalized molecules with infinite possibilities. By using these molecules as bridges across diverse fields, we aim to drive the development and spreading of new theories and technologies. If you need the power of molecules, we warmly invite you to collaborate with us.
