Dr. Megumi Hirota 🎓 is a distinguished Japanese scientist with over 40 years of groundbreaking contributions in defense technology, magnetic detection ⚓, superconductivity ❄️, and underwater electromagnetics 🌊. She earned her Doctor of Science from the University of Tokyo and served as Deputy Director at Japan’s Ministry of Defense 🛡️. Post-retirement, she led research in private sector roles and remains active in scientific communities like NMURC and the Cryogenics Society of Japan 🔬. With numerous international presentations 🌐 and interdisciplinary publications 📚, Dr. Hirota exemplifies scientific excellence, leadership, and lifelong dedication to advancing research. 🌟
Dr Megumi Hirota, Naval Ship M&UEP R.C., NPO, Japan
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Education 🎓
Dr. Megumi Hirota 🎓 possesses an exceptional academic background rooted in some of Japan’s most prestigious institutions. She began her scientific journey at the Tokyo University of Education 🏫, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Science (1968–1972) and then a Master of Science (1972–1974) 🧪. 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 🥼📜. This solid educational foundation laid the groundwork for her distinguished career in defense research, magnetometry, and applied physics ⚛️🔍.
Scientific Societies
Dr. Megumi Hirota 🔬 is a committed member of Japan’s 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 ⚛️, contributing to the advancement of applied science and technology. Further emphasizing her specialization, she joined the Cryogenics and Superconductivity Society of Japan ❄️🧲 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 🤝📚.
Private Sector and Organizational Leadership
Dr. Megumi Hirota ⚓ 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. ⚙️🌊. Later, she served as a consultant for OYO Corporation (2015–2016), specializing in signal analysis for ground-penetrating radar 📡🌍. Her leadership extended to the Naval Ship Magnetic & Underwater Electric Potential Research Committee (NMURC), where she served as Vice Representative (2012–2014), then Representative (2014–2017), and continues to lead as the current Representative since 2017 in this nonprofit organization 🧲🤝📘.
Conference Contributions
Dr. Megumi Hirota 🎓 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 🌊 and JSAP ⚛️ 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 🇯🇵, Europe 🇫🇷🇬🇧🇩🇪, and the U.S. 🇺🇸. Dr. Hirota’s continuous presence at top-tier global conferences demonstrates her enduring impact and leadership in the field of marine electromagnetic research 🌐🔬.
Research Focus 🔬
Dr. Megumi Hirota’s research 🔬 centers on magnetic detection, superconductivity, and marine electromagnetics 🌊. Her early work explored biochemical systems using Mössbauer spectroscopy 🧫, advancing knowledge of cytochrome C₃ and bacterial cells. Transitioning to applied physics, she pioneered the use of SQUID magnetometers 🧲 for underwater electric field analysis and naval detection systems 🚢. A leader in High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) cable technology ⚡, Dr. Hirota’s contributions enhance ship deperming methods and align with Sustainable Development Goals 🌱. Her interdisciplinary expertise bridges biochemistry, physics, and defense technology, making her a pivotal figure in applied superconductivity and marine research 🌍🧪.
Publications 📘
“Kinetics of cytochrome C3 reduction with hydrogenase: A Mössbauer effect study”
👩🔬 Authors: Megumi Utsuno (Hirota), Kazuo Ono, Keisuke Kimura, Hiroo Inokuchi, Tatsuhiko Yagi
📘 Journal: Journal of Chemical Physics, Vol. 72, No. 4, p. 2264 (1980)
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“Application of Mössbauer spectroscopy to Wet Bacterial Cells”
👩🔬 Authors: Megumi Utsuno (Hirota), Keisuke Kimura, Kazuo Ono, Hiroo Inokuchi, Tatsuhiko Yagi
📘 Journal: Journal of Biochemistry, Vol. 87, No. 4, p. 1257 (1980)
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“Heme–Heme magnetic interaction of cytochrome C3 studied by Mössbauer effect”
👩🔬 Authors: M. Utsuno (Hirota), K. Ono, K. Kimura, H. Inokuchi, T. Yagi
📘 Journal: Journal de Physique, Vol. 41, No. 9, p. 957 (1980)
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“Measurement and Analysis of AC Underwater Electric Field”
👩🔬 Authors: Y. Teranishi, M. Hirota, K. Nanaura
📘 Conference Proceedings: Undersea Defence Technology, July 4–6, 1995, p. 371 (Cannes)
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“Study on Underwater Electric Fields of a Dipole Moment in Shallow Water”
👩🔬 Authors: M. Hirota, Y. Teranishi, K. Nanaura
📘 Journal: Japanese Journal of Applied Physics, Vol. 35, Part 1, No. 5A, p. 2870 (May 1996)
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“Magnetic Detection of a Surface Ship by an Airborne LTS SQUID MAD”
👩🔬 Authors: M. Hirota et al.
📘 Journal: IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity, Vol. 11 (2001), p. 884–887
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“High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) Cable Application to Ship Deperming Work”
👩🔬 Author: M. Hirota
📘 Journal: Journal of Physics: Conference Series, Vol. 1559 (2020), 012132
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