Astronomical Science
National Institutes of Natural Sciences
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
Overview
This program focuses on observational and theoretical research, along with instrumentation research for astronomy and related fields. The program infrastructure provides a research environment with the world's most advanced observational instruments and supercomputers. We aim to foster 1) researchers who can play an active role at the forefront of the international research; 2) specialists who will play leading roles in the development of advanced technology; and 3)personnel who will work to promote science against the back drop of advanced technical knowledge. We seek students who have a strong desire to tackle the problems they face, possess advanced academic skills, and are logical and creative.
ALMA ©X-CAM/ALMA (ESO/NAOJ/NRAO)
ATERUI II, a supercomputer for astronomy
Doctoral Program: Five-year doctoral program / Three-year doctoral program
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Career paths of graduates: Research and education staff in astronomical sciences and related fields at universities and research institutes in Japan and abroad; engineers at private companies; and science communicators
Research Institutes
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
Address : 2-21-1 Osawa, Mitaka, Tokyo, 181-8588 Japan
URL : https://www.nao.ac.jp/en/
Information before March 2023
School / Department: School of Physical Sciences, Department of Astronomical Science
Date of Establishment: April 1992
Doctoral Program: Five-year doctoral program / Three-year doctoral program
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy