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The 37th Public Lecture, School of Science, The University of Tokyo
Exploring the Future with Science
For thousands of years, scientists have been challenging the mysteries of the natural world.
What is the current state of research in the fields of mathematics, biological sciences, and earth and planetary sciences?
What kind of research is being conducted in those fields of sciences for the future?
Please enjoy these cutting-edge reports to the fullest.
Date and Program
Monday, March 10, 2025, 14:00-17:00 (doors open 13:30)
| Time Schedule | |
|---|---|
| 14:00-14:05 | Greetings from Dean of School of Science,OHKOSHI Shin-ichi, Professor,Department of Chemistry |
| 14:05-14:45 | Lecture 1: "Drawing the Macro World Through Microscopic Laws" (40 minutes) |
| 14:45-14:55 | Q&A (10 minutes) |
| 14:55-15:05 | Break (10 minutes) |
| 15:05-15:45 | Lecture 2: "Wonder of Plants: Unique Shapes of Aquatic Plants" (40 minutes) |
| 15:45-15:55 | Q&A (10 minutes) |
| 15:55-16:05 | Break (10 minutes) |
| 16:05-16:45 | Lecture 3: "Why Is Earthquake Forecasting Difficult?" (40 minutes) |
| 16:45-16:55 | Q&A (10 minutes) |
| 17:00 | End |
Introduction of Lecturers and Lecture Content
Lecture 1: "Drawing the Macro World Through Microscopic Laws"
MATSUI Chihiro, Associate Professor, Graduate School of Mathematical Sciences
D. in Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo.Served as a Research Fellow in the JST FIRST Aihara Innovative Mathematical Modelling Project and as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Informatics, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo. Has held the current position since 2017. Doctor of Science
Lecture Contents
Have you ever wished that a melted ice cream could somehow return to its original form? Surprisingly, the equations that describe the motion of individual water molecules in ice cream are often time-reversal symmetric. So why is it that melted ice cream can’t return to its original state? Let’s explore a glimpse of the answer to this seemingly simple yet profound question together.
Lecture 2 "Wonder of Plants: Unique Shapes of Aquatic Plants"
KATAYAMA Natsu, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
D. in Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology, Kanazawa University. After working as a JSPS Research Fellow (PD), Faculty of Science, Japan Women's University, and JSPS Research Fellow (RPD), Graduate School of Science, Chiba University, she has been in her current position since 2023. Doctor of Science
Lecture Contents
Plants bring vibrant colors to our planet. Most of plants grow by anchoring their roots under ground, spreading their leaves, and extending their stems skyward. However, some plants that have adapted to aquatic environments have undergone remarkable transformations in their organs. Here, I will introduce fascinating examples of unique aquatic plants and their evolutionary processes.
Lecture 3: "Why Is Earthquake Forecasting Difficult?"
IDE Satoshi, Professor, Department of Earth and Planetary Science
D. in Department of Physics of the Earth and Planets, Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo. After serving as Assistant Professor at Earthquake Research Institute, Lecturer, and Assistant Professor at Department of Earth and Planetary Science,The University of Tokyo, he assumed his current position in 2013.Doctor of Science
Lecture Contents
14 years have passed since the Tohoku-Oki Earthquake. Last year, the Noto earthquake occurred, and Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information was issued for the first time. Yet, we still cannot accurately predict when a large earthquake will occur. Based on the latest understanding in seismology, I will explain why forecasting earthquakes is so challenging.
Admission
Free of charge
How to register (advance registration required for on-site participation only)
If you wish to attend on-site, please register from Forms here (capacity of 150 people, first-come-first-served basis).
Notes
- At the on-site registration desk, we will confirm the e-mail automatically sent upon acceptance of your application or the reminder e-mail sent just before the event date. Please note that if we cannot confirm your e-mail, you will not be allowed to enter the venue. (A printout of the e-mail is also acceptable.)
- The University of Tokyo Faculty of Science provides "Barrier-Free Support". Please contact us in advance if you need facilities, information security, or other considerations due to a disability or other reason.
Location
Koshiba Hall, Faculty of Science Building No.1, Hongo Campus, The University of Tokyo Access Map
Live Streaming
Anyone can watch the live webcast on the YouTube channel of the Graduate School of Science and Faculty of Science without prior registration. The lecture will be available on demand until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11.
Other Information
The PDF version of the presentation materials for participants will be posted here around 10:00 a.m. on the day before the event.
[Mathematics] Associate Professor MATSUIChihiro,The materials for "Drawing the Macro World Through Microscopic Laws" is available here.
[Biological Sciences] Associate Professor KATAYAMA Natsu, The materials for "Wonder of Plants:Unique Shapes of Aquatic Plants"is available here.
[Earth and Planetary Science] Professor IDE Satoshi, The materials for"Why Is Earthquake Forecasting Difficult? "is available here.
The materials will not be distributed at the venue, so please download them from here.
Each lecture will be followed by a question-and-answer period .
Questions will be accepted via Slido, so please bring your own device to the venue.
Please enter the access code specific to the lecture into the Slido website to ask your question.
This access code is valid only on the day of the 37th Open Lecture in the Faculty of Science, The University of Tokyo.
[Mathematics] Associate Professor MATSUI Chihiro, "Drawing the Macro World Through Microscopic Laws"# 2695009
[Biological Sciences] Associate Professor KATAYAMA Natsu, "Wonder of Plants:Unique Shapes of Aquatic Plants"# 4850230
[Earth and Planetary Sciences] Professor IDE Satoshi, "Why Is Earthquake Forecasting Difficult?"# 3000102
Organized by
Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo
Inquiries
Office of Communication, School of Science, The University of Tokyo
TEL: 03-5841-7585
email: kouhou.s@gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp