Home Member Research Publication Link Contact [ JP / EN ] ABOUT US In our laboratory, we are trying to develop new technologies for controlling (1) transport phenomena, from microfluids to high-speed fluids including dispersions/dispersed phases, and (2) individual and group cell behaviors, with the aim of quickly resolving global environmental and energy issues, as well as advancing medical technology. Research projects Development of bubble size reduction technology using hydrophilic–hydrophobic composite surfaces Development of friction drag reduction technology using air-filled hydrophobic surfaces Development of friction drag reduction technology using micro-air films Investigation on microplastic particle behavior in plant vessels Design and construction of self-propelled microparticles Understanding and application of dynamic order in cellular systems Development of technologies for controlling cell migration CONTACT US ( kitagawa@kit.ac.jp ) Video: Bubble splitting using hydrophilic–hydrophobic composite surfaces Video: Collective ratchet transport due to particle crowding