We are creating new-generation energy & environmental technologies and aiming to implement them in society, to contribute to humanity and society (Philosophy and purpose of our group). Currently, we are developing innovative solid CO2-capturing materials, solid electrolytes and electrode materials for all-solid-state batteries, and liquid-based thermoelectric technologies (thermoelectrochemical conversion) that convert unused heat into electricity using liquid, as well as forced-flow thermocells that generate power during forced-convection cooling. (See Research themes)
Our mission is to provide society with new solutions to climate change and environmental problems, with developing the next generation of talent through world-leading research. Please feel free to contact Prof. Murakami by email if you are interested or have questions. Our methods are primarily experimental, but we often use computations to predict, analyze, and explain experimental results. We are looking forward to your joining us to create a better future together.
CO2 capture and separation / New generation all-solid-state batteries / Thermal energy harvesting / Thermoelectrochemical power generation / Thermocells / Thermodynamics / Heat and mass transfer / Electrochemistry / Materials chemistry / Covalent organic frameworks (COFs, designable porous solids)
Experiments — Development, measurements, and characterizations of materials and systems
Computations — Quantum-chemical simulations, thermo-fluid simulations, and crystal structure analyses
Communications — We value conversations among people in the lab to foster a creative atmosphere and ideas.