Yuji Higaki

Plymer Scientist

Yuji Higaki is a prominent researcher currently associated with Teijin Co., Ltd., where he has been employed since 2006. He also holds the position of Assistant Professor at Kyushu University, specifically within the Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in Applied Chemistry from Kyushu University, completed between 2001 and 2006.1

Professional Experience

Teijin Co., Ltd.: Joined in April 2006 and has held various roles, including Researcher and Assistant Professor.
Kyushu University: Serving as an Assistant Professor since 2011, he also engages in research supervision for both undergraduate and graduate students, including international students.1 2
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science: Worked as a Research Fellow from 2003 to 2006.

Research Focus

Higaki's research primarily revolves around:

Polymer Surface/Interface: Investigating the properties and hydration states of charged polymer brushes.
Molecular Aggregation: Studying the structure of polymer micro-particles.
Mechanics of Elastomers: Exploring the hierarchical structure evolution of elastomers during deformation processes.1 3

Achievements

He has received several awards for his contributions to polymer science, including:

Award for Encouragement of Research in Polymer Science (2014)
IUMRS-ICAM2017 Young Scientist Award (2017) .1

Publications

Higaki has authored numerous publications in reputable journals, contributing significantly to the fields of polymer chemistry and materials science.1 4

Yuji Higaki's expertise and ongoing research at Teijin and Kyushu University underscore his significant role in advancing materials science, particularly in polymer technology.