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Promoting R&D for the future
In order to explore functions and systems necessary for future society, while pursuing and strengthening R&D for the future aimed at realizing innovative materials, devices, and systems that utilize the strength of materials as the global research headquarters, a new research base, the R&D Innovation Center for the Future, has been built at our Shiga Plant, where the company was founded.
Concept of R&D for the future

Building the R&D Innovation Center for the Future
Basic Policies
New product creation by integrating technologies and pursuit the ultimate limits
Accelerate and promote research by combining different fields and enhancing collaboration
Fine polymer and nano-fabrication
Strategic open innovation
Fusion of computer and material science

Collaborative Office
Exhibition and Demonstration Zone
Open Laboratories
Innovation Hub Capabilities
