As of July 1, 2026, two new research units have been established, and Unit Leaders have been appointed to lead them. In addition, a new Unit Leader has been appointed for the Neutron Operation Unit.

Under this new leadership structure, the Center for Advanced Photonics is expected to further advance its research activities and strengthen its scientific foundation.

Appointments

  • Nuclear Laser Spectroscopy Research Unit

　　

　　Unit Leader: Atsushi Yamaguchi (D.Sci.)

　　https://rap.riken.jp/en/labs/qmrg/nlsru/

 

  • Cosmic Neutron and Photon Frontier Research Unit

　　

　　Unit Leader: Teruaki Enoto (Ph.D.)

　　https://rap.riken.jp/en/labs/aptdg/cnpfru/

 

  • Neutron Operation Unit

　　

　　Unit Leader: Tomohiro Kobayashi (D.Eng.)

　　https://rap.riken.jp/en/labs/aptdg/aptsd/nou/