Message from the Dean

Exciting Moments" of Discovery

Researching for many years can bring about "exciting moments," but they are rare and happen only once every few years or once a decade. These moments drive us to work hard, waking up early and dedicating long hours in the lab to examine and coding. They come when we succeed in proving something unknown to others, based on our own knowledge. This is a moment of validation when we confirm, with our own hands, knowledge that others have not yet discovered. This experience is addictive and drives us to continue researching, even through failures and hardships.

In today's world, information and advanced technology are easily accessible, but original data requires a high level of specialized knowledge and creativity. To obtain data that others have not yet obtained, we must create our own instruments and code, sorting through what is known and unknown in the world to devise a research strategy. This requires not only a deep understanding of the subject matter but also interdisciplinary knowledge. Combining knowledge from physics, chemistry, and environmental engineering, for example, can lead to innovative solutions.

At Nagasaki University, we strive to achieve "Planetary Health" and promote livable societies on a global scale. By acquiring both expertise and a broad range of knowledge at the University, we can enjoy "exciting moments" together and work towards realizing "Planetary Health."