Exploring Industrial Applications of the 3GeV High-Brightness Light Source 'NanoTerasu' Through User Case Studies: Third 'YUI NOS to NanoTerasu' Event to Be Held

NTT Urban Development Corporation will host the third installment of its collaborative event series, 'YUI NOS to NanoTerasu ～#3 Connecting Light, Expanding the World of Nano～,' on Friday, July 24, 2026, at the 'YUI NOS' co-creation and exchange hub located in the Urban Net Sendai Central Building.

The event will feature practical case studies and a panel discussion by users of NanoTerasu, a 3GeV high-brightness synchrotron radiation facility.

Through real-life experiences shared by three users with diverse backgrounds and levels of engagement, attendees will gain insights and inspiration for utilizing NanoTerasu in corporate, research, and educational settings.

The event is open to a wide audience, from first-time users to existing users aiming for advanced applications. On-site participants will also be invited to a networking reception with light refreshments and drinks, offering opportunities to connect with fellow users and NanoTerasu representatives.

Showcasing Practical Use Cases from NanoTerasu Users

Seiko Epson Corporation, Tech Ohyo Kogyo Co., Ltd., and Sendai Municipal Sendai Seiryo Secondary School will present their experiences, highlighting how NanoTerasu is being used in industrial R&D, material and steel evaluation, and educational research activities. These diverse case studies will illustrate the expanding applications of NanoTerasu across different sectors.

By hearing firsthand accounts from users with varying levels of experience and organizational backgrounds, participants can discover new ideas and practical insights for implementing NanoTerasu in their own organizations.

The program is designed for a broad audience, including those new to NanoTerasu, organizations considering future use, and existing users seeking to deepen their utilization.

Networking Reception for On-Site Attendees

A casual networking reception with light food and beverages will be held exclusively for on-site participants after the main program. This provides a relaxed environment for users to exchange ideas and build connections with other users and NanoTerasu staff.

Attendees can use this opportunity to ask questions that couldn't be addressed during the seminar or to discuss specific implementation challenges with experts and practitioners—offering access to insights rarely available in formal settings.

We welcome participation from individuals and organizations interested in R&D, new material development, quality assessment, analytical technologies, industry-academia-government collaboration, and new business development.

【Program】

15:00 Opening Remarks

・Yushi Sugiyama, Branch Manager, Tohoku Branch, NTT Urban Development Corporation

・Hirofumi Aono, Vice Chairman, Photonics Science Innovation Center (PhoSIC)

15:25 Regional Stakeholder Initiatives

・Dr. Mashi Watanabe, Special Professor, Collaborative Promotion Organization for NanoTerasu, Tohoku University

・Mahito Mitsukeya, Section Chief, Industrial Agglomeration Promotion Section, Innovation Promotion Department, Economic Affairs Bureau, City of Sendai

・Masayuki Takano, Deputy Director and Senior Section Chief Assistant, New Industry Promotion Section, Economic, Commerce, and Tourism Department, Miyagi Prefecture

15:45 Case Study Presentations and Panel Discussion by NanoTerasu Users

・Tatsuru Kato, Section Chief, AI Development and Analytical Technology Center, Seiko Epson Corporation

"Understanding Fracture Mechanisms through In-Situ CT Observation"

・Yuki Torikata, Representative Director, Tech Ohyo Kogyo Co., Ltd.

"Evaluating Weather-Resistant Steel Using NanoTerasu: A Small Enterprise's Journey from Zero"

・Museum and Ceramics Joint Research Team, Sendai Municipal Sendai Seiryo Secondary School

"Recent Activities and Research Papers from Sendai Seiryo Using NanoTerasu"

17:10 Networking Reception

※Exclusive to on-site participants

About YUI NOS

'YUI NOS' is a co-creation and exchange hub located in the central business district of Sendai, within the Urban Net Sendai Central Building.

In 2020, the City of Sendai and the NTT Group signed a partnership agreement, establishing 'YUI NOS' as a hub for co-creation and vibrancy to shape the future of Sendai.

The hub actively fosters connections between citizens, businesses, and institutions, aiming to generate new urban appeal and innovation.

This event will also showcase a remote connection initiative from 'YUI NOS' in front of Sendai Station to the 'NanoTerasu' facility located on Aobayama, enabling joint analysis across the two sites.

【Event Overview】

Event Name: YUI NOS to NanoTerasu ～#3 Connecting Light, Expanding the World of Nano～

Date and Time: Friday, July 24, 2026, 15:00–18:10

Venue: 4F Conference Room, 'YUI NOS,' Urban Net Sendai Central Building (4-4-19 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture)

Format: Hybrid (On-site and Online)

Participation Fee: Free

Registration: Pre-registration required via the following URL for both on-site and online participation. https://yuinos-to-nanoterasu3.peatix.com ※On-site registration will close once capacity is reached

Organizer: NTT Urban Development Corporation

Supporters: Photonics Science Innovation Center (PhoSIC), Tohoku University, Miyagi Prefecture, City of Sendai

Inquiries

YUI NOS to NanoTerasu #3 Organizing Committee (c/o Japan Convention Services Inc.)

E-mail: [email protected]