Prof. Motoko Kotani, Prof. Hao Li received FY2026 Commendation for Science and Technology by the MEXT
In the FY2026 Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Prof. Motoko Kotani—Principal Investigator at AIMR and Advisor to the President at Tohoku University (also Executive Director of Science at RIKEN)—has received the Prizes for Science and Technology. In addition, Prof. Hao Li, Distinguished Professor at Tohoku University and Principal Investigator at AIMR, has received the Young Scientists’ Award.
The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on April 15, 2026, at the MEXT.
Prof. Motoko Kotani
Awards for Science and Technology (Research Category)
This award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding achievements in research and development that contribute to the development and improvement of Japan’s society, economy, and people’s lives.
Achievement: “Research on Development of Discrete Analysis and Its Applications to Materials Science”
Prof. Hao Li
The Young Scientists’ Award
This award recognizes young researchers who have achieved outstanding results through exploratory and creative research, demonstrating high research and development capabilities. It aims to foster the independence of the next generation of researchers and contribute to the advancement of innovative science and technology.
Achievement: “Research on Building Catalysis Theory for Real Environments and Creating Digital Catalysis Science”
Related Information
- About FY2026 Commendation for Science and Technology by the MEXT (MEXT website) (in Japanese)
- Profile of Prof. Kotani
- Profile of Prof. Li
Contact
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