NIMS Research Centers and Divisions
The research centers and research divisions of NIMS focus on problem-solving and outcome-oriented research.
We establish research centers dedicated to solving specific problems put forward by various institutions as well as joint research centers that closely collaborate with private companies on research projects addressing technical challenges they face.
Helping to resolve societal challenges through research and development
Research Center for Energy and Environmental Materials (GREEN)
Research Center for Electronic and Optical Materials
Research Center for Magnetic and Spintronic Materials
Research Center for Structural Materials (RCSM)
Fundamental research fostering technological innovation
Research Center for Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA)
Research Center for Macromolecules and Biomaterials
Center for Basic Research on Materials (CBRM)
Providing an environment for young researchers to pursue independent research based on their own unique ideas
International Center for Young Scientists (ICYS)
Offering the best research environment for materials research
Research Network and Facility Services Division
Core facilities
Battery Research Platform
Materials Fabrication and Analysis Platform
Materials Data Platform (DICE)