We are developing materials from ”the perspective of improving comfort” and "energy management", which are the directionality of our company's research and development. We are engaged in the development of next-generation business themes focusing on materials for energy devices such as cathode materials for lithium ion secondary batteries, materials for energy management such as negative thermal expansion materials, adsorbents and nanomaterials to take advantage of ceramic powder material technology and manufacturing technology such as phosphorus, silica, chromium, barium and etc., which are our basic technologies.

We are advancing research and development of conductive materials related to circuit formation.

We are developing various conductive particles that make full use of our original electroless plating technology.

We are also developing materials such as anisotropic conductive paste, which is a composite of conductive particles and resin, and paste for wiring materials, which applies paste technology.

The Planning Group manages the progress of research themes, planning and proposals for new themes, and operational management of industry-academic collaboration.

The department consists of the Evaluation and Analysis Group and Research Management Group.

The Evaluation and Analysis Group handles analyses as requested across the company, maintenance and control of analytical devices, and development and improvement. of evaluation methods with consideration for safety and environmental burden.

The Research Management Group is responsible for the safe, efficient, and smooth operation of research activities, management of research buildings, and various procedures in and out of the company. Also, collaborative operation is conducted with plants involved in the development of new products.