It is revealing the beginning and evolution of the universe. Wouldn’t you like to know how the universe started and evolved to its current state? I am working on unraveling this mystery through theoretical research using numerical simulations, in collaboration with observational studies with various telescopes.

It is the formation of the first galaxies. The first galaxies are the galaxies that appeared for the first time in the universe after the Big Bang, and I aim to uncover how they were born. Considering recent advancements in computational technology, simulation technique, and our understanding of various physical processes related to stars and black holes, I am now working on simulating the formation of the first galaxies based on our physical understanding. Additionally, the recently launched JWST satellite and various next-generation observatories are designed to directly observe the first galaxies. I believe that through collaboration between theoretical and observational studies, we can significantly advance our understanding of the formation of the first galaxies.

It is lab soccer. Every week, students, postdocs, and faculty members from the physics department, regardless of their experience level, gather to play soccer. When we enjoy sports together, it’s easy to make friends. This enables us to connect with individuals from other fields, who may occasionally provide new research ideas. As research can be mentally exhausting due to the extensive thinking, I think it’s good idea to take some time to play sports until physically exhausted. Once I recover from the physical exhaustion, it feels like both the mind and body have been refreshed.

If you like physical activity or have an interest in soccer, let’s play lab soccer together when you come to the physics department.

Yes. If you’re seriously interested in the naive question of  ‘how the universe began and evolved,’ why not join the theoretical astrophysics group and explore it together?