Interview

What you keep in mind in your work and research

I am leading a project focused on researching and developing assistive devices for children with developmental coordination disorder, a condition that causes difficulties in daily activities due to motor clumsiness. Through this project, we aim to create an unprecedented device by a collaborative team of researchers, engineers, and supporters. To achieve this, we prioritize field visits and active dialogue to ensure our research aligns with the real-world needs and challenges.We are working on digital transformation using technology to address unmet needs, which are the needs of people for whom there are still no effective support methods. Through these efforts, we aim to solve social issues that arise in the medical and welfare fields by means of research and development.
Source：Rehabilitation Laboratory for Mind and Body
Kyoto University DCDX

What do you find interesting about your work and research

In the Department of Advanced Occupational Therapy, we are developing a system that has not yet existed in the world by combining the results of research and cutting-edge technology through a joint research project with a company. We hope that in the future, children using this system will be able to enjoy physical activities through positive experiences, enhancing their motor skills and gaining confidence in their abilities. In this project, teams with different specialties, such as medicine, engineering, informatics, welfare, education, psychology, and business, have gathered their wisdom and knowledge in an innovative approach. In addition to the above, there are infinite ideas and possibilities in research, and I find it very enjoyable and attractive to work at a university where I can take on challenges in unexplored areas.

Please describe in one word what you think is unique about Kyoto University.

The one and only

Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine celebrates 125th anniversary

Congratulations on the 125th anniversary of Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine and Faculty of Medicine. I am reminded of the greatness of the history that has been built by our predecessors, and I am humbled to be a part of it. I feel fortunate to work at Kyoto University, where the facilities and support system are excellent and the researchers are outstanding.
As a member of the Department of Advanced Occupational Therapy, Division of Advanced Rehabilitation Science, Department of Human Health Sciences, I am committed to leading rehabilitation in Japan and competing with the world in education and research. I will create new rehabilitation devices and systems that meet the needs of the times and deliver them to the world.