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Collaboration between
Ujihara Laboratory of Nagoya University and UJ-Crystal
UJ-Crystal Inc. was established to implement the SiC crystal growth technology that has been cultivated over many years in society.
We are making steady progress toward the social implementation of UJ-Crystal’s SiC by full cooperation of both parties, not only in technology but also in development environment, equipment, human resources, and so on.
Our employees from various fields, such as university researchers, working doctors, students, former employees of major auto parts manufacturers, employees of major material manufacturers, venture company representatives, and venture back-office experts, are active and struggling every day.
Collaboration between
Ujihara Laboratory of Nagoya University and UJ-Crystal
UJ-Crystal Inc. was established to implement the SiC crystal growth technology that has been cultivated over many years in society.
We are making steady progress toward the social implementation of UJ-Crystal’s SiC by full cooperation of both parties, not only in technology but also in development environment, equipment, human resources, and so on.
Our employees from various fields, such as university researchers, working doctors, students, former employees of major auto parts manufacturers, employees of major material manufacturers, venture company representatives, and venture back-office experts, are active and struggling every day.
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Interview
Development Leader
Tomoaki Frusho
I have been interested in energy conservation since I was a junior high school student and came across SiC at university.
More than 20 years have passed since then, and SiC has been penetrating the world, but it is necessary to further promote SiC in order to realize more energy saving.
What I have learned through my involvement in the development of SiC substrates and devices is that a stable supply of inexpensive, high-quality SiC substrates is essential for the spread of SiC in the world.
To this end, we are now conducting research and development to realize the social implementation of SiC substrates using the most advanced methods.
We are committed to contribute to solving global environmental problems by realizing energy saving through the social implementation of SiC substrates fabricated using the most advanced technology. This is the kind of work we are doing.
Machine Operator
Takemi Yonaha
As an operator of SiC manufacturing equipment, I evaluate the extracted crystals using an X-ray device. Previously, I worked in manufacturing industries such as automotive factories.
However, I joined UJ-Crystal because I was attracted to the grand goal of creating next-generation, high-quality semiconductors to solve global warming, as well as the growth potential of SiC.
What makes me feel glad about joining is the privileged environment of Nagoya University, where I can gain knowledge by working with cutting-edge equipment and interact with stimulating students and humorous professors. Being able to occasionally use the student cafeteria and feel like a student again is also a nice perk.
While aiming to produce higher quality crystals requires being attentive to small changes and meeting high standards, I am striving along with my colleagues to overcome challenges together. We motivate each other in our pursuit of continuous improvement.
Evaluation and Analytics
Tomoko Yokoyama
I am responsible for evaluating crystals after growth, including taking images of crystal surfaces with a microscope and cutting crucibles and crystals to observe cross-sections and assess how much the crystals have grown.
I joined UJ-Crystal through a temp agency, and initially, I had no idea what semiconductors or wafers were. I can’t forget the interview, where a professor and Mr. Furusho passionately explained how it leads to energy savings.
I usually work with part-time staff on evaluation tasks. Although handling the heavy crucibles and getting carbon on my face are not the cleanest tasks, hearing “The results are out already!?” and “That helps, thank you,” makes me feel that our work contributes to the experiments and is also rewarding. We all work together in a friendly atmosphere, sometimes engaging in silly conversations, striving to produce large, thick SiC crystals so as not to be outpaced by the rest of the world.
I am responsible for evaluating crystals after growth, including taking images of crystal surfaces with a microscope and cutting crucibles and crystals to observe cross-sections and assess how much the crystals have grown.
I joined UJ-Crystal through a temp agency, and initially, I had no idea what semiconductors or wafers were. I can’t forget the interview, where a professor and Mr. Furusho passionately explained how it leads to energy savings.
I usually work with part-time staff on evaluation tasks. Although handling the heavy crucibles and getting carbon on my face are not the cleanest tasks, hearing “The results are out already!?” and “That helps, thank you,” makes me feel that our work contributes to the experiments and is also rewarding. We all work together in a friendly atmosphere, sometimes engaging in silly conversations, striving to produce large, thick SiC crystals so as not to be outpaced by the rest of the world.
Back Office
Maho Ito
I joined UJ-Crystal Inc. in the summer of my third year at university, and as the first employee, I am in charge of secretarial, general affairs, and accounting duties.
When UJ-Crystal was first established, there was no real company, no employees, no system, nothing, just solid technical capabilities and a strong developer’s desire to somehow implement SiC in society and make it useful to the world.
Of course, the latter has not changed and will never change. I feel happy and energized every day to be able to work with developers with sparkling eyes, who are constantly learning new things every day.
It takes courage to step into a world you do not know. However, if you take the first step without fear, you will find a world that you could not even imagine.
Won’t you change the world with us? We are waiting for you to take the first step with a strong desire to make a difference.
Simulation
Rikuta Izumiya
To what extent will my “studies at the School of Engineering” be connected to my future? When I was quite troubled, I was attracted by Dr. Ujihara, who spoke happily about his own challenges, and visited his laboratory.
At UJ-Crystal, which I visited later, I was touched by the atmosphere and passion of the people there, who said, “We are having fun with what we are working on! I decided to participate in the internship program because I felt that now was the time for me to work up the courage to do so.
I am currently working on crystal growth simulations and improving the accuracy of those simulations in parallel with my academic work.
Of course, the amount of knowledge and experience I have at this point is not as good as those of my seniors, but I am determined to have the same aspirations, and I continue to work hard every day.
It is a uniquely stimulating environment where I can improve myself while watching the backs of adults who are pursuing their big dream of “changing the world’s energy situation.
Interview
Development Leader
Tomoaki Frusho
I have been interested in energy conservation since I was a junior high school student and came across SiC at university.
More than 20 years have passed since then, and SiC has been penetrating the world, but it is necessary to further promote SiC in order to realize more energy saving.
What I have learned through my involvement in the development of SiC substrates and devices is that a stable supply of inexpensive, high-quality SiC substrates is essential for the spread of SiC in the world.
To this end, we are now conducting research and development to realize the social implementation of SiC substrates using the most advanced methods.
We are committed to contribute to solving global environmental problems by realizing energy saving through the social implementation of SiC substrates fabricated using the most advanced technology. This is the kind of work we are doing.
Machine Operator
Takemi Yonaha
As an operator of SiC manufacturing equipment, I evaluate the extracted crystals using an X-ray device. Previously, I worked in manufacturing industries such as automotive factories.
However, I joined UJ-Crystal because I was attracted to the grand goal of creating next-generation, high-quality semiconductors to solve global warming, as well as the growth potential of SiC.
What makes me feel glad about joining is the privileged environment of Nagoya University, where I can gain knowledge by working with cutting-edge equipment and interact with stimulating students and humorous professors. Being able to occasionally use the student cafeteria and feel like a student again is also a nice perk.
While aiming to produce higher quality crystals requires being attentive to small changes and meeting high standards, I am striving along with my colleagues to overcome challenges together. We motivate each other in our pursuit of continuous improvement.
Evaluation and Analytics
Tomoko Yokoyama
I am responsible for evaluating crystals after growth, including taking images of crystal surfaces with a microscope and cutting crucibles and crystals to observe cross-sections and assess how much the crystals have grown.
I joined UJ-Crystal through a temp agency, and initially, I had no idea what semiconductors or wafers were. I can’t forget the interview, where a professor and Mr. Furusho passionately explained how it leads to energy savings.
I usually work with part-time staff on evaluation tasks. Although handling the heavy crucibles and getting carbon on my face are not the cleanest tasks, hearing “The results are out already!?” and “That helps, thank you,” makes me feel that our work contributes to the experiments and is also rewarding. We all work together in a friendly atmosphere, sometimes engaging in silly conversations, striving to produce large, thick SiC crystals so as not to be outpaced by the rest of the world.
I am responsible for evaluating crystals after growth, including taking images of crystal surfaces with a microscope and cutting crucibles and crystals to observe cross-sections and assess how much the crystals have grown.
I joined UJ-Crystal through a temp agency, and initially, I had no idea what semiconductors or wafers were. I can’t forget the interview, where a professor and Mr. Furusho passionately explained how it leads to energy savings.
I usually work with part-time staff on evaluation tasks. Although handling the heavy crucibles and getting carbon on my face are not the cleanest tasks, hearing “The results are out already!?” and “That helps, thank you,” makes me feel that our work contributes to the experiments and is also rewarding. We all work together in a friendly atmosphere, sometimes engaging in silly conversations, striving to produce large, thick SiC crystals so as not to be outpaced by the rest of the world.
Back Office
Maho Ito
I joined UJ-Crystal Inc. in the summer of my third year at university, and as the first employee, I am in charge of secretarial, general affairs, and accounting duties.
When UJ-Crystal was first established, there was no real company, no employees, no system, nothing, just solid technical capabilities and a strong developer’s desire to somehow implement SiC in society and make it useful to the world.
Of course, the latter has not changed and will never change. I feel happy and energized every day to be able to work with developers with sparkling eyes, who are constantly learning new things every day.
It takes courage to step into a world you do not know. However, if you take the first step without fear, you will find a world that you could not even imagine.
Won’t you change the world with us? We are waiting for you to take the first step with a strong desire to make a difference.
Simulation
Rikuta Izumiya
To what extent will my “studies at the School of Engineering” be connected to my future? When I was quite troubled, I was attracted by Dr. Ujihara, who spoke happily about his own challenges, and visited his laboratory.
At UJ-Crystal, which I visited later, I was touched by the atmosphere and passion of the people there, who said, “We are having fun with what we are working on! I decided to participate in the internship program because I felt that now was the time for me to work up the courage to do so.
I am currently working on crystal growth simulations and improving the accuracy of those simulations in parallel with my academic work.
Of course, the amount of knowledge and experience I have at this point is not as good as those of my seniors, but I am determined to have the same aspirations, and I continue to work hard every day.
It is a uniquely stimulating environment where I can improve myself while watching the backs of adults who are pursuing their big dream of “changing the world’s energy situation.
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