One of the characteristics of life is that it contains water and is soft. In this course, students will learn about the ”science
of flexible objects” that resemble life, and will work to develop the ability to create biocompatible devices and non-invasive
biological measurement technologies. Through the science of flexible objects in this course, students will also gain knowledge
of organic electronics and high-frequency electronics. In addition, by researching and presenting papers on their own research
and in areas broadly related to this course (devices, materials, analytical techniques, etc.), this course aims to help students
acquire methods for communicating their understanding to others in an easy-to-understand manner.
Students will gain a deeper understanding of the properties of soft materials, such as flexible polymeric materials, organic
semiconductors, and hydrogels, as well as the operating principles of devices (organic electronics) that use these materials,
such as sensors, actuators, and robots. Students will also learn about impedance and S-parameters from the AC characteristics
of device components (capacitors, inductors, resistors, transistors, antennas, etc.). Because living organisms can be expressed
using equivalent circuits, students will gain a deeper understanding of nondestructive, noninvasive measurements, such as
bioimpedance (analysis at the cellular and tissue level) and dielectric spectroscopy (analysis at the molecular level), by
sweeping frequencies. Furthermore, students will learn about related fields, such as electrochemical impedance (analysis of
batteries) and noncontact measurement and communication using RFID tags and metamaterials (high-frequency electronics), to
acquire general knowledge that crosses fields and develop the ability to solve unknown problems.
- Students will be able to understand and explain the characteristics of soft materials, the operating principles of devices that use them, and analytical techniques.
- Be able to read the latest academic papers related to soft materials and explain their contents to others.
- You will be able to ask questions and critique the content of presentations by third parties and engage in constructive discussions.
| Presentation and Discussion 1 | Presentation and Discussion 2 | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| 2. | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| 3. | 20% | 20% | 40% |
| Total. | 50% | 50% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1． | Guidance and progress for this lecture (On-site/online attendance also available) Presentation assignments and group divisions Presentation materials preparation |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 2． | Soft Materials (1) Water - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (From macroscale water behavior such as superhydrophobicity and superhydrophilicity to microscale water states such as free water and bound water) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 3． | Soft Materials (2) Polymers, Biomolecules, and Hydrogels - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (The state of organic materials in water and their applications) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 4． | Soft Materials (3) Conductive and Semiconductor Materials - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (Explaining why organic materials exhibit conductive and semiconducting properties and their applications) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 5． | Soft Materials (4) Actuators and Soft Robots - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (On the reasons for flexibility in organic materials and their applications) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 6． | High-Frequency Characteristics of Electronic Components (1) Capacitors - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (High-Frequency Characteristics of Capacitors for Understanding Non-Contact, Non-Invasive Measurement Technologies) - Presentations and Discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 7． | High-Frequency Characteristics of Electronic Components (2) Inductors - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (High-Frequency Characteristics of Inductors for Understanding Non-Contact, Non-Invasive Measurement Technologies) - Presentations and Discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 8． | High-Frequency Characteristics of Electronic Components (3) Antennas - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (High-Frequency Characteristics of Antennas for Understanding Non-Contact, Non-Invasive Measurement Technologies) - Presentations and Discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 9． | High-Frequency Characteristics of Electronic Components (4) Transistors - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (High-Frequency Characteristics of Transistors for Understanding Non-Contact, Non-Invasive Measurement Technologies) - Presentations and Discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 10． | High-Frequency Measurement Technology (1) Impedance Measurement - Lectures on the topic, explanations of representative papers - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 11． | High-Frequency Measurement Technology (2) S-Parameter Measurement - Lectures on the topic, explanations of representative papers - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 12． | High-Frequency Measurement Technology (3) High-Frequency Simulation - Lectures on the topic, explanations of representative papers - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 13． | Electromagnetic Properties of Living Body (1) Electromagnetic Model of Cells (Equivalent Circuit Model) - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (Non-invasive cell measurement techniques using impedance measurement, etc.) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| 14． | Electromagnetic Properties of Living Body (2) Electromagnetic Model of the Human Body (Equivalent Circuit Model) - Lectures on the topic and explanations of representative papers (Non-invasive measurement techniques for the human body using impedance measurement, S-parameter measurement, etc.) - Presentations and discussions |
Research papers in related fields and create presentation materials | 180minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2520minutes |
Each student will be evaluated based on their two presentations, with 60% of the points awarded to their performance, and
40% awarded to their participation in the Q&A and discussion sessions.
Students will be required to use slides to explain their own research or an English paper related to the course as a whole, and be able to discuss the content with others, for a score of 60 points.
If students are unable to present their own research due to confidentiality reasons, they will be required to explain an English paper related to the course.
The theme of each lecture does not have to match the content of the presentation on the day.
Students will be required to use slides to explain their own research or an English paper related to the course as a whole, and be able to discuss the content with others, for a score of 60 points.
If students are unable to present their own research due to confidentiality reasons, they will be required to explain an English paper related to the course.
The theme of each lecture does not have to match the content of the presentation on the day.
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
It is desirable to have experience in explaining your own research or English papers using slides.
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
- Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| N/A | N/A |
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