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Assistant Professor, School of Materials and Chemical Technology, Institute of Science Tokyo*Profile is at the time of the award.
2025Inamori Research GrantsScience & Engineering
The concept of nanoscale temperature measurement using phosphors has existed, but its realization has been challenging. This is because luminescent materials suitable for temperature measurement are poorly compatible with super-resolution fluorescence microscopy, which has spatial resolution beyond the diffraction limit of light. In this study, we propose a novel approach that sets itself apart from conventional temperature measurement techniques. By combining RESOLFT, a type of super-resolution fluorescence microscopy, with lanthanide complexes that exhibit favorable luminescent properties for temperature measurement, we aim to establish a technology that enables the precise visualization of temperature distribution at the true nanoscale. We are committed to advancing this research, expecting that this innovative approach will lead to a breakthrough in measurement technologies within the field of nanotechnology.
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