Member | The University of Tokyo Department of Mechanical Engineering Daiguji & Hsu Lab

Professor

Hirofumi Daiguji (Short CV)

Email: daiguji(at)thml.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Associate Professor

Wei-Lun Hsu (Short CV)

Email: wlhsu(at)thml.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp

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In comparison with their bulk values, molecules possess unique transport properties in confined nanospace, allowing for the possibility of future technologies and applications. In this regard, we study transport phenomena of water, ions and biomolecules at the nanoscale driven by different types of chemical potential to explore unidentified physical phenomena via both theoretical and experimental approaches. Built upon acquired knowledge from our fundamental research, we propose prototypes of next generation systems for energy-related and medical purposes. Currently, we are working on the developments of desiccant-based dehumidifiers for air-conditioning applications and solid-state nanopore DNA sequencing devices using two-dimensional materials for precision medicine technology.

Postdoctoral Researcher

Gunjan Auti

Email: gunjanauti(at)thml.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Postdoctoral Researcher

Paris Pasqualin

Email: pasqualin(at)thml.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Postdoctoral Researcher

Chun-Yen Lee

Email: chun.yen.lee(at)thml.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp

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DNA sequencing is paramount momentous for developing novel treatments for cancers and vaccines for global pandemics. Hence, how to get precise results with unprecedented resolution will be indispensable technology for next-generation DNA sequencing. In this research, I will develop the technology to trigger surface plasmon of 2D materials to slow down the DNA migration speed to enhance the resolution with error-free sequencing results. Besides, understanding the nanofluidic behaviors with the application of 2D materials will be beneficial to optimize the sequencing results. My research covers multidisciplinary fields, includes materials science, biotechnology, and fluid dynamics.