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SHIMIZU Riko

Admission year: FY2022

  • Research Theme: Solar Flare Observation Sounding Rocket Experiment

The device I developed will be on a rocket to make new observations in space. I chose SOKENDAI because I knew I could have such an inspiring experience. I am currently participating in the Solar Flare Observation Sounding Rocket Experiment and am responsible for the development and evaluation of some of the instruments. The project is being carried out in collaboration of ISAS, universities, and other research institutes in Japan and abroad, providing a unique on-site atmosphere. It is very meaningful to be in this environment at the forefront of the space field. ISAS also has both science and engineering professors and students, and the opportunity to interact with them is very attractive. Talking with researchers from different fields can introduce multiple perspectives and lead to deeper discussions. Furthermore, SOKENDAI offers generous scholarships and other financial support, which helped me to make the decision to go on to higher education without any worry. I enjoy a fulfilling research life in ISAS, where I am stimulated by my surroundings and I can continue to challenge and grow.

ITO Daichi

Admission year: FY2020

  • Research Theme: Deep space exploration mission design using satellite perturbations

I entered SOKENDAI because I wanted to do research at ISAS, which is at the forefront of deep space exploration, with an eye toward actual missions. One of the major characteristics of ISAS is that there are professors from various space-related fields, both science and engineering, and has several missions underway. At SOKENDAI, there are many opportunities to communicate with such professors through lectures and other occasions, and I feel that the knowledge I gain from daily activities is of great use in my own research. The school also provides excellent student support, and I myself have received a number of assistance, including waivers of enrollment and tuition fees, and year-round employment as a Research Assistant. In my third year, I participated in an sounding rocket launch experiment based on a proposal in the space science seminar. This environment, in which students can concentrate on their research in close proximity to the field with such generous support, is ideal for students who aspire to space development.