At UVSOR, research and development focused on the accelerator itself, along with beamlines and detectors, is one of a core component. Furthermore, fundamental research aimed at next-generation light sources and measurement methods, such as improving the efficiency of single-electron accumulation and spin-resolved ARPES, is ongoing. In the field of accelerator and measurement technology, the synchrotron radiation facility can be used as a “laboratory” for everything from demonstrating measurement principles in collaboration with multiple fields such as medicine, nuclear security, and cosmic ray observation, to prototyping and testing new detectors and beam utilization methods.

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In the field of materials science, synchrotron radiation enables detailed investigation of electronic states and defect structures in strongly correlated electron systems, organic conductors, magnetic materials, and functional oxides. This capability can be combined with external field control such as low temperatures, high magnetic fields, and applied voltages, providing an ideal environment for studying phase transitions and material property changes associated with doping in real time.

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In the field of chemistry, numerous experiments are conducted to selectively track the electronic structures and reaction dynamics of molecules, ions, clusters, and catalytic surfaces. UVSOR can be utilized as a platform for investigating topics in solution chemistry, electrochemistry, and catalytic chemistry through multimodal spectroscopy using soft X-rays and infrared light.

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In the field of surfaces, interfaces, and thin films, surface-sensitive spectroscopic techniques can be used to investigate the local structure and electronic states of solid surfaces, nanoscale thin films, and solid-liquid interfaces. Since measurements can be performed not only on solid surfaces but also on liquid interfaces, a wide range of research proposals are possible, including those involving electrolyte solutions and polymer membranes.

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The Life, Earth, and Planetary Sciences field is characterized by research combining “light elements visible only in soft X-rays” with “environmental simulation experiments.” UVSOR serves as a platform where researchers in bio, environmental, and space sciences can conduct experiments that recreate space and extreme environments on Earth.

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