It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the NIMS Award Symposium 2024. This annual event stands as a celebration of scientific excellence and innovation, recognizing outstanding contributions that have advanced the frontiers of materials science and brought transformative benefits to society. As we gather for this year’s Award Symposium, I am excited to acknowledge the profound work being honored and the impact it will continue to have in shaping our future.The 2024 NIMS Award is presented to two distinguished scientists who have made remarkable contributions to the field of materials characterization and nanoscience. Prof. Yuichi Ikuhara, from the University of Tokyo, has revolutionized our understanding of materials at the atomic scale through his pioneering work on transmission electron microscopy (TEM). His innovative techniques in high-resolution microscopy have enabled breakthroughs in the study of grain boundaries, interfaces, and dislocations, particularly in ceramics and semiconductors, leading to the development of new functional materials with far-reaching industrial applications.Similarly, Prof. Franz J. Giessibl, from the University of Regensburg, has profoundly impacted the field of non-contact atomic force microscopy (AFM) through his invention of the qPlus sensor. This sensor has enabled atomic-level imaging with unprecedented precision and sensitivity, facilitating major advances in the study of nanomaterials and surface science. His work has provided crucial insights into atomic and molecular structures, furthering our ability to engineer materials at the nanoscale.This year’s symposium, under the theme “State-of-the-Art Characterization to Accelerate Materials Innovation”, brings together experts from around the world to share their latest research and advancements. We are living in a time where the development of innovative materials is critical to addressing global challenges such as energy efficiency, sustainability, and technological transformation. The work of Prof. Ikuhara and Prof. Giessibl exemplifies how cutting-edge characterization tools are at the heart of these innovations, driving the discovery and optimization of materials that will underpin future technologies.I would like to express my deepest appreciation to our awardees for their contributions, as well as to the distinguished speakers and participants who have traveled from near and far to be a part of this important event. I am confident that the symposium will spark meaningful discussions, inspire future collaborations, and foster new ideas that will propel the field of materials science forward.On behalf of NIMS, I wish you all a fruitful and stimulating symposium.3Kazuhiro HonoPresident, National Institute for Materials ScienceGreetings from President
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