Dr Megumi Hirota | Materials Science | Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Megumi Hirota ๐ is a distinguished Japanese scientist with over 40 years of groundbreaking contributions in defense technology, magnetic detection โ, superconductivity โ๏ธ, and underwater electromagnetics ๐. She earned her Doctor of Science from the University of Tokyo and served as Deputy Director at Japanโs Ministry of Defense ๐ก๏ธ. Post-retirement, she led research in private sector roles and remains active in scientific communities like NMURC and the Cryogenics Society of Japan ๐ฌ. With numerous international presentations ๐ and interdisciplinary publications ๐, Dr. Hirota exemplifies scientific excellence, leadership, and lifelong dedication to advancing research. ๐
Dr Megumi Hirota, Naval Ship M&UEP R.C., NPO, Japan
Profile
Education ๐
Dr. Megumi Hirota ๐ possesses an exceptional academic background rooted in some of Japanโs most prestigious institutions. She began her scientific journey at the Tokyo University of Education ๐ซ, earning her Bachelorโs degree in Science (1968โ1972) and then a Master of Science (1972โ1974) ๐งช. Her pursuit of advanced knowledge led her to Tokyo University, where she conducted doctoral research from 1974 to 1979. She was officially awarded the Doctor of Science degree in March 1981 ๐ฅผ๐. This solid educational foundation laid the groundwork for her distinguished career in defense research, magnetometry, and applied physics โ๏ธ๐.
Scientific Societies
Dr. Megumi Hirota ๐ฌ is a committed member of Japanโs premier scientific communities, reflecting her long-standing engagement with cutting-edge research. Since March 24, 1995, she has been an active member of the Japan Society of Applied Physics โ๏ธ, contributing to the advancement of applied science and technology. Further emphasizing her specialization, she joined the Cryogenics and Superconductivity Society of Japan โ๏ธ๐งฒ on April 1, 2018. These affiliations showcase her deep expertise in superconductivity, magnetism, and cryogenic technologies, and highlight her continuous efforts to stay at the forefront of scientific innovation and collaboration across disciplines ๐ค๐.
Private Sector and Organizational Leadershipย
Dr. Megumi Hirota โ has made significant contributions in the private sector and nonprofit research organizations. From 2010 to 2013, she led maritime equipment research as Head of the Research Office at Sampa Kogyo K.K. โ๏ธ๐. Later, she served as a consultant for OYO Corporation (2015โ2016), specializing in signal analysis for ground-penetrating radar ๐ก๐. Her leadership extended to the Naval Ship Magnetic & Underwater Electric Potential Research Committee (NMURC), where she served as Vice Representative (2012โ2014), then Representative (2014โ2017), and continues to lead as the current Representative since 2017 in this nonprofit organization ๐งฒ๐ค๐.
Conference Contributions
Dr. Megumi Hirota ๐ has an outstanding record of conference contributions, showcasing her pioneering work in superconductivity, magnetic detection, and naval technology. From the 1987 International Superconductivity Electronics Conference in Tokyo to multiple MARELEC ๐ and JSAP โ๏ธ meetings, she has presented groundbreaking research on SQUID magnetometers, underwater electric field detection, and high-temperature superconducting (HTS) cables. Her work bridges science and defense, reflecting over three decades of innovation across Japan ๐ฏ๐ต, Europe ๐ซ๐ท๐ฌ๐ง๐ฉ๐ช, and the U.S. ๐บ๐ธ. Dr. Hirotaโs continuous presence at top-tier global conferences demonstrates her enduring impact and leadership in the field of marine electromagnetic research ๐๐ฌ.
Research Focus ๐ฌ
Dr. Megumi Hirotaโs research ๐ฌ centers on magnetic detection, superconductivity, and marine electromagnetics ๐. Her early work explored biochemical systems using Mรถssbauer spectroscopy ๐งซ, advancing knowledge of cytochrome Cโ and bacterial cells. Transitioning to applied physics, she pioneered the use of SQUID magnetometers ๐งฒ for underwater electric field analysis and naval detection systems ๐ข. A leader in High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) cable technology โก, Dr. Hirotaโs contributions enhance ship deperming methods and align with Sustainable Development Goals ๐ฑ. Her interdisciplinary expertise bridges biochemistry, physics, and defense technology, making her a pivotal figure in applied superconductivity and marine research ๐๐งช.
Publications ๐
โKinetics of cytochrome C3 reduction with hydrogenase: A Mรถssbauer effect studyโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: Megumi Utsuno (Hirota), Kazuo Ono, Keisuke Kimura, Hiroo Inokuchi, Tatsuhiko Yagi
๐ Journal: Journal of Chemical Physics, Vol. 72, No. 4, p. 2264 (1980)
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โApplication of Mรถssbauer spectroscopy to Wet Bacterial Cellsโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: Megumi Utsuno (Hirota), Keisuke Kimura, Kazuo Ono, Hiroo Inokuchi, Tatsuhiko Yagi
๐ Journal: Journal of Biochemistry, Vol. 87, No. 4, p. 1257 (1980)
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โHemeโHeme magnetic interaction of cytochrome C3 studied by Mรถssbauer effectโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: M. Utsuno (Hirota), K. Ono, K. Kimura, H. Inokuchi, T. Yagi
๐ Journal: Journal de Physique, Vol. 41, No. 9, p. 957 (1980)
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โMeasurement and Analysis of AC Underwater Electric Fieldโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: Y. Teranishi, M. Hirota, K. Nanaura
๐ Conference Proceedings: Undersea Defence Technology, July 4โ6, 1995, p. 371 (Cannes)
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โStudy on Underwater Electric Fields of a Dipole Moment in Shallow Waterโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: M. Hirota, Y. Teranishi, K. Nanaura
๐ Journal: Japanese Journal of Applied Physics, Vol. 35, Part 1, No. 5A, p. 2870 (May 1996)
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โMagnetic Detection of a Surface Ship by an Airborne LTS SQUID MADโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Authors: M. Hirota et al.
๐ Journal: IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity, Vol. 11 (2001), p. 884โ887
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โHigh Temperature Superconducting (HTS) Cable Application to Ship Deperming Workโ
๐ฉโ๐ฌ Author: M. Hirota
๐ Journal: Journal of Physics: Conference Series, Vol. 1559 (2020), 012132
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