On January 15, 2025, “The 6th AOBA SUMMIT (International Forum for Innovation in Next Generation Synchrotron Radiation)” was held, co-hosted by Tohoku University and the Quantum Science and Technology Development Agency. This summit aimed to clarify the roles and future potential of synchrotron radiation facilities in response to changes in society and industry. Through international collaboration, participants shared and discussed issues such as innovation strategies, regulatory compliance, information security, and intellectual property protection, with the goal of building a sustainable and forward-looking ecosystem.

　

On January 12, 2025, a special symposium titled “The Latest Developments of NanoTerasu: From Full-Scale Operation to Public Use” was held during the 38th Annual Meeting of the Japan Synchrotron Radiation Society and the Synchrotron Radiation Science Joint Symposium in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture. Approximately 150 participants attended the event on-site, where the symposium featured lively discussions following the presentations.

On December 6, 2024, Dr. Kado, leader of the Public Relations Group at NanoTerasu General Secretariat, delivered a special lecture titled “NanoTerasu: Japan’s First Fourth-Generation Synchrotron Radiation Facility – A Giant Microscope Illuminating the World of Nanotechnology” at the 83rd General Meeting of The Society of Cutting Fluids & Cutting Technology held at Arcadia Ichigaya. The event was attended by 195 participants.

On November 29, 2024, astronaut Mamoru Mohri was invited to NanoTerasu for an interactive event themed around “Dreams and the Future of Science and Technology.” Participants included four first-year students from Sendai Daiichi High School and five second-year students from Sendai Daisan High School, both designated as Super Science High (SSH) schools in Sendai City, as well as three third-year undergraduate students and two second-year master’s students from Tohoku University.

The event featured Mr. Mohri himself as the facilitator, engaging in lively discussions with the students and participants. Prior to the event, Dr. Takahashi, Director of the QST NanoTerasu Center, guided Dr. Mohri through the experimental hall. During the tour, representatives of the three public beamlines provided explanations and exchanged ideas with Dr. Mohri.

 

On Saturday, November 16th, at the QST Kansai Photon Science Institute Open House, we showcased NanoTerasu through a panel booth and held a science seminar for children. The science seminar was attended by 43 participants, ranging from elementary school students to adults. The total number of attendees for the open house was 982.

 

 

 

On 4th October, “The 4th NanoTerasu Briefing (Meeting) of the Usage” was held at Urban net Sendai-chuo Building (Senda-city, Miyagi). The participants satisfied for the brief introduction of the results from coalition beamlines and the achievements for public beamlines at NanoTerasu. On the next day, NanoTerasu site-visit also held.

Opening Greeting from Dr. Amemiya, Director of JASRI (instated by Dr. Ohishi)

Opening Greeting from Dr. Kawachi, Vice Director of QST

Opening Greeting from Dr. Kawamura, Vice Chairman of PhoSIC

Closing Remarks from Dr. Kawakami, Director General of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, QST

On 5th September, “The 3rd NanoTerasu Briefing (Meeting) of the Usage” was held at Kyushu University (Hakozaki Campus, Fukuoka). The participants satisfied for the brief introduction of the results from coalition beamlines and the achievements for public beamlines at NanoTerasu. Furthermore, Prof. Arima (Chief of NanoTerasu User Community) and Prof. Fuziwara (Chief of SPring-8 User Community) stated the expectation of the future in user communities at the synchrotron radiation user community. The final Briefing (Meeting) will be held on 4th October at Sendai and NanoTerasu.

 

On 23rd August, “The 2nd NanoTerasu Briefing (Meeting) of the Usage” was held at Kyoto-Karasuma Convention Center (Kyoto). The participants satisfied for the brief introduction of the results from coalition beamlines and the achievements for public beamlines at NanoTerasu. The next Briefing (Meeting) will be held on 5th September at Fukuoka.

 

Greeting from Mr. Ando, Managing Director of JASRI

Opening remarks from Dr. Ohishi, Director of NanoTerasu Promotion Div., JASRI

Lecture from Mr. Umezu, Section Chief of Research Environment Div., MEXT

Lecture from Dr. Takahashi, Leader of the NanoTerasu Center, QST

Lecture from Dr. Nakamura, Manager of PhoSIC (Tohoku Univ.)

Lecture from Dr. Miyawaki, Researcher of NanoTerasu Center, QST

Lecture from Dr. Kimura, Director of User Administration Div., JASRI

Lecture from Dr. Kawamura, Vice-Director of PhoSIC

Closing Remarks from Dr. Kawakami, Director General of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, QST

 

On 18^th July, “The 1st NanoTerasu Briefing (Meeting) of the Usage” was held at AP Yaesu (Tokyo). The participants satisfied for the brief introduction of the results from coalition beamlines and the achievements for public beamlines at NanoTerasu. The next Briefing (Meeting) will be held on 23^rd August at Kyoto.

 

Greeting from Dr. Amemiya, President of JASRI

Opening remarks from Dr. Ohishi, Director of NanoTerasu Promotion Div., JASRI

 

Lecture from Mr. Uchino, Duputy Director of Research Environment Div., MEXT

Lecture from Dr. Kado, Group Leader of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, QST

 

Lecture from Dr. Watanabe, Special Assistant of PhoSIC Director (Tohoku Univ.)

Lecture from Dr. Horiba, Beamline Group Leader of NanoTerasu Center, QST

Lecture from Dr. Kimura, Director of User Administration Div., JASRI

 

Lecture from Dr. Kawamura, Vice-Director of PhoSIC

Closing Remarks from Dr. Kawakami, Director General of the NanoTerasu Secretariat, QST