| SPring-8 | BL04B2, BL08W, BL01B1, BL14B2, BL02B2, BL13XU etc. |
Overview and Objectives
This research group aims to advance the understanding of structural and physical behaviors of materials under dynamic and nonequilibrium conditions, such as during reactions, phase transitions, crystallization, and functional operation. The group focuses on transient and metastable states that are difficult to capture using conventional static structural analysis, and provides a platform for exchanging knowledge derived from synchrotron-based in situ and operando measurements. These studies contribute not only to fundamental science but also to practical challenges in materials development and process optimization across a wide range of fields.
To investigate dynamic material behavior, the group integrates local structural analysis based on total scattering and pair distribution function (PDF) analysis with complementary techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS), in situ measurements, and time-resolved methods. Through these activities, the group aims to systematize knowledge accumulated at synchrotron facilities and explore future scientific directions toward next-generation light sources.
Activities
Research meetings and workshops
Regular meetings and workshops will be organized to discuss recent advances in nonequilibrium and dynamic materials research, including invited talks from industry and sessions addressing practical materials challenges. Collaborative discussions and knowledge sharing on measurement and analysis techniques will also be promoted.
Education and community development
The group will support SPring-8 Summer/Autumn school and contribute to education in advanced synchrotron techniques, particularly in situ/operando measurements and PDF analysis, while fostering the next generation of researchers and expanding the user community, including industrial users.
Methodological advancement
The group will promote the development of advanced measurement and analysis methods, including combined and time-resolved techniques, and contribute to improving data analysis frameworks for large-scale experimental data.
Future directions toward SPring-8-II
In collaboration with related communities and industry, the group will identify future scientific opportunities and user needs, and provide strategic input for research development and beamline planning for next-generation synchrotron facilities.