Faculty of Information TechnologyDepartment of Information Media

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Faculty Members

KAJI Kengo Professor

[Key Words]

• Production and research related to general entertainment media (manga, anime, movies, dramas, music videos, plays, etc.)

[Research Themes]

• Research on entertainment works in general
• Production of various videos, videos, and scripts
• Production of comics, illustrations, and photos
• 2.5-dimensional theater research
KASUGA Hideo Professor

[Key Words]

• Image processing
• Computer vison
• Artificial intelligent

[Research Themes]

• Shape Identification Using Convolutional Neural Networks
• Feature Extraction of Coloring in Digital Illustrations
• Stereoscopic Image Conversion for Digital Illustrations
• Moving Object Detection on a Vehicle Mounted Camera
SAKAI Masahiro Professor

[Key Words]

• Game Application for xR
• Practical application in xR for Medical
• Natural Language Processing(NLP) for Information and Management

[Research Themes]

• xR(VR,AR,MR) Applications in Mobile Environments
• Deep Learning in Medical Image Analysis and Clinical Pathways for Patients
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Applications(eCBT) for athletes
SATO Hisashi Professor

[Key Words]

• Computer Graphics, specifically Non-Photorealistic Rendering, Computer Animation, and Information Visualization
• Development of Interactive Digital Systems

[Research Themes]

• Development and evaluation of educational and information dissemination systems using avatars.
• Development and evaluation of information methods using animation and virtual reality.
• Creation and evaluation of art using virtual reality and augmented reality.
SUZUKI Hiroshi Professor

[Key Words]

• Interactive system Development and Evaluation
• Creative Workshop System Development for Kids
• Physical Computing by Using Analog Media
• Digital Signage System Development and Evaluation

[Research Themes]

• Developing The Storytelling Support System by using Drawing Activities and 3DCG Video Games
• Developing an entertainment AR system that make an original spinning top for kids
• A Paper Sumo Wrestling by using Voice Vibration and Augmented Reality
• Deveroping of “Hyper Panel ” That can Watch the Digital Information Corresponding to the Multi Position of the Poster
NISHIGUCHI Isoharu Professor

[Key Words]

• Music Acoustics/Computational Mechanics

[Research Themes]

• Design and development of musical instruments and acoustic equipment
• Simulation of sound and vibration for product design
• Development of acoustic measurement technology for product design
• Music Psychoacoustics
• Research on the advancement of structural design
NISHIMURA Hiromitsu Professor

[Key Words]

• Image Processing / Image Recognition
• Machine Learning
• User Authentication / Metal Key Identification

[Research Themes]

• Invisible Image Processing and Recognition
• Sign Language Recognition
• User Authentication System Using Infrared Images
• Analysis of Moving Objects Using Image Processing
• Metal Key Identification System Using Ultraviolet Rays
HATTORI Motohumi Professor

[Key Words]

• 3DCG Games
• Computer Graphics Animation
• VR, AR, MR

[Research Themes]

• Arts and Technologies for 3DCG Digital Games
• Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality
• Physics Simulations for 3DCG Games
• Fragrance VR Technologies for Digital Games
• Molecular Dynamics for Virtual Reality
YANAKA Kazuhisa Professor

[Key Words]

• 3D Image Display and its Application
• Optical illusion

[Research Themes]

• Integral Photography
• Production of 3D Images/Videos Using 3D Computer Graphics or 3D Camera
• Autostereoscopic Mixed Reality
• Mechanism of Color-Dependent Fraser-Wilcox illusion
WATANABE Tomoki Professor

[Key Words]

• Human Computer Interaction / Natural User Interface
• Human Information Processing / Awareness / Behavior Change
• Application and Utilization of IoT

[Research Themes]

• Understanding human behavior and human inner condition
• Presenting information enabling unconsciously notice
• Natural interface for encouraging good behavior and thinking
UEDA Mari Associate professor

[Key Words]

• Sound and 〇〇. Applied Acoustics and “Kansei” Engineering.

[Research Themes]

• Acoustics engineering
• “Kansei” engineering
• Multimodal communication
• Acoustics in sports
• Accessible design
KITAMOTO Eriko Associate professor

[Key Words]

• We are working on digital space design based on architectural informatics．

[Research Themes]

• Production activities to establish and demonstrate new design methods．
• Augmentation of the body and space using mixed reality and projection mapping．
• Design extensions approaching from computational thinking and design．
KUSAKABE Minoru Associate professor

[Key Words]

• 3DCG Animation
• Image generation AI

[Research Themes]

• Establishing efficient high-resolution video production pipelines using game engines
• Production of interactive educational content using 3DCG
• Immersive video media
KUROKAWA Masaki Associate professor

[Key Words]

• Sound content production

[Research Themes]

• Computer music production using expression by acoustic technology
• Application of computers to musical instruments using expression by acoustic technology
• Proposal of learning method of computer music production technique
SADAKUNI Shingo Associate professor
MURAKAMI Hiromitsu Associate professor

[Key Words]

• Media Arts, Animation, Interactive, Design

[Research Themes]

• Unique Expressions in Media Arts.
• New Visual Expressions Using Animation Techniques.
• Interactive Picture Books, Comics, and Animations.
• Producing creative Works Considering Environments, Screening, and Exhibition Environments.
• Workshop Design for Media Arts.
YAMANOUCHI Toshiaki Assistant professor

[Key Words]

• Human-friendly Medical Information System Development

[Research Themes]

• Color Reproduction System for Telemedicine
• Visual Compensation Method for People with Color Vision Deficiency
• Stastical Image Processing
• Multidimensional Multivariate Signal Processing