Semiconducting heterogeneous integration laboratory
In advanced semiconductors, chiplet technology, which connects chips together, is attracting a great deal of attention. In this laboratory, we focus on the true value, deepening, and evolution of chiplet technology, and promote research on “heterogeneous integration” that can “connect” not only single devices but also various devices such as memory, logic, power devices, various sensors, and optical devices in an “energy-saving” and high-speed manner, and enable parallel operation. Furthermore, we will establish a mechanism for industry-academia-government collaboration to sublimate these technologies into a technology that not only connects chips, but also connects “people,” “things,” and “data” with high energy efficiency.
Advanced integrated device laboratory
We promote researches on advanced semiconductor devices, spin-tronix devices, nano-devices, and other new devices that transcend the limitations of conventional semiconductor devices, as well as on their integration technologies. In collaboration with the Semiconductor Heterogenious-Integration Laboratory and other laboratories, we aim to create new technological fields and their industrialization by integrating these novel devices with heterogeneous devices.
Quantum Internet laboratory
We promote research and development for the realization of the quantum Internet, which will serve as the foundation for global connectivity of quantum devices. The quantum Internet, like the current Internet, is envisioned to connect the world with light. For this purpose, we will promote a wide variety of research and development on quantum systems of light and many kinds of materials including semiconductors, such as optical fiber quantum communication technology and light-matter connection methods with quantum computers connected to the quantum Internet, from both theoretical and experimental perspectives.
Photonics laboratory
Toward the realization of a sustainable and advanced information society, we will contribute to the pioneering of next-generation optical communication technologies and non-destructive and accurate diagnostic technologies that can be used in social infrastructure. We aim to develop technologies for semiconductor-based optical functional devices, optical integrated circuits, and optical sensors, and to pioneer photonic element technologies using new functional materials such as atomic layer materials and semiconductor nanocrystals.
Social value innovation laboratory
Practical and theoretical research on methods of innovation (especially social implementation) is conducted in order to realize value by disseminating SQIE research results to society. Specifically, we will collaborate with companies, research institutions, government, and local governments; design and manage consortiums and innovation ecosystems centered on semiconductors and quantum technology; strategically manage intellectual property rights generated by SQIE; and support the establishment of start-ups based on the research results of each laboratory. The project will also support the establishment of start-ups based on the research results of each laboratory, and theorize the mechanisms by which university-originated technologies spread and take root in society.
