Hirata & Zhang Research Lab Institute of SCIENCE TOKYO

Project

JSPS Project

  • The effect of advanced multilayer coatings on tribological and tribofilm formation b ehaviours with stray AC currents within electric vehicle (EV) transmission systems

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    共同研究者
    Junho Choi (Tokyo City University), Hiroyuki Kousaka (Gifu University), Makoto Kano (Institute of Science Tokyo), Yusuke Kurosaki, Kenta Yamamoto (Master student: Institute of Science Tokyo), Daiki Yokota (Master student: Tottori University)
    ThawhidKhan, Rob Dwyer-Joyce, William Gray (The University of Sheffield)
    研究事業
    Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Bilateral Joint Research Program: Collaborative Research with the United Kingdom (The Royal Society)
    研究期間
    2025 - 2027
    配分総額
    4,000,000 JPY
  • Innovative Synthesis of 2D van der Waals Heterostructures and Nanoscale Surface Engineering

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    共同研究者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B)
    研究期間
    2025-04-01 – 2028-03-31
    配分総額
    18,850,000 JPY (Direct Cost: 14,500,000 JPY, Indirect Cost: 4,350,000 JPY)
  • Accelerating the Development of Oxidation-Resistant DLC Coatings through Statistical Analysis of Structure, Bonding, and Mechanical Properties

    研究代表者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Research CategoryGrant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists
    研究期間
    2024 – 2025
    配分総額
    4,810,000 JPY
  • Research on synthesis of graphene-hBN based multi-heterostructure and the development of its applications

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists
    研究期間
    2022 – 2024
    配分総額
    4,550,000 JPY
  • Magnetron sputter deposited hexagonal boron nitride to enhance the efficiency and st ability of proton exchange membrane fuel cells

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    共同研究者
    Naoto Ohtake (Tokyo Insitute of Technology), Hiroshige Matsuoka, Takumi Ishikawa (Tottori University), Kasumi Tsutsumi, Kanta Yoshii (Master student: Tokyo Institute of Technology), Yuto Tameno, Hayata Fujimoto (Master student: Tottori University)
    Justyna Kulczyk-Malecka, Peter Kelly, Thawhid Khan (Manchester Metropolitan University),​ Katharine Steier (PhD Student)​
    研究事業
    Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Bilateral Joint Research Program: Collaborative Research with the United Kingdom (The Royal Society)
    研究期間
    2022 - 2024
    配分総額
    4,000,000 JPY
  • Development of large-area synthesis method for hexagonal boron nitride nanosheets

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists
    研究期間
    2019 – 2021
    配分総額
    4,290,000 JPY
  • Systematization of Adamant Thin Films and Fabrication of High-Functional Mechanical Coatings

    研究代表者
    Naoto Ohtake
    共同研究者
    Junko Hieda, Hiroki Akasaka, Yuki Hirata​
    研究事業
    Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (A)
    研究期間
    2016 - 2020
    配分総額
    43,810,000 JPY

JST Project

  • Synthesis of Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials via the SAHP Method and Investigation of Heterostructures

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) Fusion Oriented Research for Disruptive Science and Technology (FOREST) Program
    研究期間
    2024 - 2031
    配分総額
    50,000,000 JPY

NEDO Project

  • Creation of Innovative Functional Interfaces via Dimensionally Matched Heterostructures of Low-Dimensional Nanomaterials

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    共同研究者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Intensive Support Program for Young Promising Researchers - Matching Support Phase
    研究期間
    2025-10 ー 2027-9
    配分総額
    10,000,000 JPY

Other Research Grant

  • Sputtering-Annealing Hybrid Process for Ultra-High-Speed Synthesis of 2D material and van der Waals Heterostructure

    研究代表者
    Nobuharu Kajiyama (Master student: Institute of Science Tokyo)
    共同研究者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Marubun Foundation, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2025-12
    配分総額
    200,000 JPY
  • Establishment of an Interdepartmental Partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    International Collaborative Research Creation Support Program, Institute of Integrated Research (IIR)
    研究期間
    2025-04 - 2026-03
    配分総額
    1,200,000 JPY
  • Development of Innovative Bio-devices Based on Low-dimensional Carbon-based Heterostructures

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Kondo Memorial Foundation, 2024 Research Grant (11th Round)
    研究期間
    2024-2025
    配分総額
    3,000,000 JPY
  • Enhancement of High-Temperature Tribological Properties of DLC Films via 1D BNNT Heterostructures Using SWCNT as a Template

    研究代表者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    NSK Mechatronics Technology Advancement Foundation, 2023 Research and Development Grant
    研究期間
    2024 ― 2025
    配分総額
    3,000,000 JPY
  • Realization of Thermal Stability in DLC Thin Films via 1D BNNT Heterostructures

    研究代表者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Tatematsu Foundation, 2024 Research Grant
    研究期間
    2024 - 2025
    配分総額
    1,500,000 JPY
  • Synthesis of 2D Nanosheets Using Magnetron Sputtering and Heat Annealing​

    研究代表者
    Yuya Tamura (Master student: Tokyo Institute of Technology)
    共同研究者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Marubun Foundation, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2024-09
    配分総額
    300,000 JPY
  • Development of three-dimensional nano-coating technique for ta-C films with FCVA method​

    研究代表者
    Yusuke Kurosaki (Master student: Tokyo Institute of Technology)
    共同研究者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Marubun Foundation, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2024-09
    配分総額
    300,000 JPY
  • Synthesis of 2D Material and Van Der Waals Heterostructures Using Sputtering-Annealing Hybrid Process

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Overseas Experience Support Program, Institute of Innovative Research (IIR)
    研究期間
    2024-09
    配分総額
    500,000 JPY
  • Clarification of the corrosion and frictional behavior of nitrogen-doped ta-C coating in nitride acid solution

    研究代表者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Amada Foundation, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2024-05
    配分総額
    450,000 JPY
  • Ultrahard 3D Nanostructured Surface Modification Technology via Carbon Ion Based Deposition

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Die & Mold Technology Foundation, FY2023 Research and Development Grant on Dies and Molds
    研究期間
    2024 - 2025
    配分総額
    2,000,000 JPY
  • Development of Oxidation-Resistant DLC Films via 1D BNNT Heterostructures Using SWCNT as a Template

    研究代表者
    Ruixi Zhang
    研究事業
    Chubu Foundation for Promotion of Fundamental Research on Electricity Usage, Research Grant
    研究期間
    2024 - 2025
    配分総額
    930,000 JPY
  • Medical Applications through the Integration of 2D Material Synthesis Techniques and Ultrasonic Technology

    研究代表者
    Naohiro Sugita
    共同研究者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2023 Center for Fundamental Research, Comprehensive Academy – New Research Development Encouragement Grant
    研究期間
    2023
    配分総額
    1,200,000 JPY
  • Development of Environmentally Friendly Superlubrication Technology Using 3D Hard DLC Films

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Osawa Foundation for the Promotion of Science and Technology, 2023 Research Grant
    研究期間
    2023 - 2024
    配分総額
    2,500,000 JPY
  • Effect of the incident behavior of carbon ions on the film properties deposited on the three-dimensional object by FCVA method​

    研究代表者
    Yuto Tameno (Master student: Tottori University)
    共同研究者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Yoshida Foundation for Science and Technology, Researcher Dispatch Grant for International Conferences
    研究期間
    2023-09
    配分総額
    270,000 JPY
  • Development of an Innovative 2D Atomic Material Synthesis Process via Physical Vapor Deposition – Optimization of 2D Material Fabrication Using Combined Theoretical Calculations and Machine Learning

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    共同研究者
    Akira Takahashi
    研究事業
    Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2022 Center for Fundamental Research, Comprehensive Academy – New Research Development Encouragement Grant
    研究期間
    2022
    配分総額
    1,200,000 JPY
  • Magnetorn sputter deposited hexagonal boron nitride to enhance the efficiency and stability of protn exchange membrane fuel cells​

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Osawa Foundation for the Promotion of Science and Technology, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2022-12
    配分総額
    300,000 JPY
  • Synthesis of Hexagonal BoronNitride Nanosheets Structure with Magnetron Sputtering and Thermal Annealing Process / Comparative study on the film properties of 3-dimensional ta-C films prepared by CVD and FCVA coating process​

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Tokuyama Science and Technology Foundation, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2022-09
    配分総額
    250,000 JPY
  • Fundamental Study on Carbon Film Formation on Dielectric Structures

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    KIOXIA Research Encouragement Grant
    研究期間
    2022 - 2023
    配分総額
    1,370,000 JPY
  • Crystallographic Orientation Control of Hexagonal Boron Nitride Thin Films via Physical Vapor Deposition

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Tokyo Institute of Technology, 2019 Center for Fundamental Research, Comprehensive Academy – New Research Challenge Encouragement Grant
    研究期間
    2019
    配分総額
    450,000 JPY
  • Synthesis of a-BCN Films and Characterization of Their Mechanical Properties

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Osawa Foundation for the Promotion of Science and Technology, International Exchange Grant
    研究期間
    2019-09
    配分総額
    300,000 JPY
  • Analysis of microstructure and surface morphology of a-C:H films deposited on a trech target

    研究代表者
    Yuki Hirata
    研究事業
    Visiting Scholar for International Research Meetings, Yoshida Science and Technology Foundation
    研究期間
    2017-09
    配分総額
    260,000 JPY