The Technology Promotion Foundation of Ibaraki Prefecture bestows this award onto individuals for their outstanding efforts and achievements in nanotechnology or nanoscience.
This century marks a new gas era, exemplified by shale gas. In particular, small gas molecules are crucial in various fields such as energy, the environment, living organisms, and raw materials. I believe that porous materials will play crucial roles in the separation, storage, and conversion of these gases."
The commemorative ceremony is scheduled to take place in the Tsukuba International Center on November 26, 2013.