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Aiming for more efficient malware analysis and improved security-related services through solving challenges Hitachi and the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), through interviews of malware*1 analysts, have carried out an investigation of communication challen...

Using machine learning, will contribute toward improved quality control and production efficiency Hitachi has developed new image processing technology for semiconductor manufacturing processes, capable of high-sensitivity inspection of micro-defects of 10 nm*1 or smaller. Making use of machine l...

Aimed at strengthening data protection and utilization in fields from healthcare and public services to finance Hitachi, seeking to counter the growing risk that conventional encryption technology will be broken by quantum computers, which are progressing toward practical implementation, has deve...

Shortens computation time of problems with more than 100,000 variables by up to 20% with up to 35% greater precision Hitachi and Rakuten Institute of Technology, Rakuten Group’s R&D organization (hereinafter, “Rakuten”) have developed a novel faster and more accurate method for solving large-scal...

To treat cancer and other gene-related diseases, early detection of genetic mutations is becoming increasingly important in order to diagnose the condition and select appropriate therapeutic agents. However, conducting genetic testing using next-generation sequencers is both expensive and time-co...

A CD-SEM (Critical Dimension-Scanning Electron Microscope) is an extremely high-precision measurement instrument applying scanning electron microscope (SEM) technology, which has been specialized for measuring the dimensions of fine patterns formed on semiconductor wafers. CD-SEM performance is e...

For the future of computing, high hopes are being placed on the “quantum computer.” Research and development on various approaches to realizing such a computer are under way, with many countries and companies vying for leadership in this field. Among these is Hitachi, Ltd., which is working on de...

Antimicrobials are indispensable for the treatment of life-threatening infections of the bloodstream. However, the spread of drug-resistant bacteria due to excessive use of antimicrobial drugs has become a social issue. The selection of drugs for the treatment of infections of the bloodstream cur...

Ching Man Yung Research & Development Group Hitachi, Ltd. Introduction Vegetation management (VM) plays a crucial role in minimizing forest fire risks and preventing power outages caused by tree encroachment along power lines. With the increasing frequency of severe weather events, transmission l...

Soichiro Okazaki Research & Development Group Hitachi, Ltd. Introduction Natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, fires and hurricanes can cause much damage and loss, posing significant risks to human lives, infrastructure, and the environment. While it is important to prevent or mitigate t...

Shunichi Akatsuka Research & Development Division Hitachi America, Ltd. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how we address real-world challenges, from diagnosing diseases to personalizing education and enhancing customer service. Reinforcement learning (RL) has already proven its potenti...

Daisuke Yagi Research & Development Group Hitachi, Ltd. The need for traceability in plastic resource circulation In the global push towards a circular economy, improving the quality, traceability, and availability of recycled plastics is becoming vital in industry and society. Traceability syste...

In many parts of the globe, manufacturers face growing shortages of skilled workers. In the U.S. alone, the “skills gap” could result in a shortage of 2.1 million workers by 2030.*1 However, digital transformation (DX) initiatives have fallen short of expectations. Frontline workers often find di...

Accelerating social implementation of safe and secure AI by applying Hitachi AI Ethical Principles in AI related research and development under highly reliable operational structure AI has made great strides in recent years. If used appropriately, it can bring significant benefits to social life,...

The “digital transformation” of factories is all the rage among manufacturers, but extracting useful data from the nexus of machinery and IT systems is often easier said than done. Integrating legacy infrastructure with software can be technically challenging, and seasoned machinists and IT exper...

No country, developing or modern, can take access to water for granted. Climate change does not discriminate - and a holistic approach to water management is essential. Aided by digital solutions and the provisioning of quality data can go a long way in optimizing water conservation and facilitat...

Why is it essential for humanity’s future to maintain and restore biodiversity? Following Volume 2, Dr. Will Pearse, an evolutionary ecologist at Imperial College London (ICL), and our research group’s scientists continue to discuss the profound connection between biodiversity and culture. In Vol...

How are living creatures adapting to climate change and rising average temperatures? Research by Dr. Will Pearse, an evolutionary ecologist at Imperial College London (ICL), has demonstrated that flowering times are getting earlier for cherry blossoms and other flowers. In Vol. 2 of the series on...

Our lives have been sustained by diverse living creatures, and within these lives, rich cultural traditions have flourished. However, with industrial development, natural ecosystems are being damaged, and biodiversity is gradually being lost. How should we understand the current situation? In thi...

"Audio Planetarium Module for the Anthropocene (APMA-2000)" has been released by the Research and Development Group, Hitachi, Ltd. It is a website designed to provide a unique meditative experience by allowing users to engage in a deep contemplation on a life in harmony with nature, using the pow...

In Hitachi, the Digital Observatory Research Initiative is advancing research and development of a system capable of predicting supply chain risks in advance through collaborations with academic institutions and companies. As part of this effort, Hitachi leverages the API provided by ClimateAi, I...

Developing Hydrogen Production Technology to Achieve Low-Cost Production Through the Utilization of Surplus Renewable Energy and Grid Stabilization for Stable and Large-Scale Supply of Green Hydrogen To achieve a carbon-neutral society, it is anticipated that a large amount of hydrogen will be ne...

Developing integrated power and hydrogen supply-demand control technologies to build a hydrogen value chain that achieves both cost efficiency and stable supply. As renewable energy becomes more widespread and hydrogen gains traction in society, the efficient operation of energy grids is expected...

Developing a Hydrogen Transportation System Utilizing Existing Gas Grids to Address the Geographic Mismatch Between Hydrogen Supply and Demand and Achieve Low-Cost Stable Supply Hydrogen is gaining attention as the next-generation energy source in the pursuit of carbon neutrality (CN). Efforts ar...

The 215th Research Meeting of the Human Interface Society, “Service Design for Sustainability: Considering from Both Theory and Practice,” took place November 7, 2024 at the “Kyōsō-no-Mori” facility of the Hitachi Research and Development Group. Discussions toward a sustainable future have begun ...

Hitachi-UTokyo Laboratory: Sixth Industry-Academia Collaboration Forum Toward Realizing Energy Systems to Support Society 5.0 Growth Strategies Advancing in Tandem with Carbon Neutrality from Vision to Realization Highlight The Hitachi-UTokyo Laboratory has been publishing proposals titled "Towar...

Research Center of Mathematics for Social Creativity at Hokkaido University’s Research Institute for Electronic Science × Hitachi Hokkaido University Laboratory New Research Areas Exploration Symposium 2024 Highlight Since its opening in 2016 by Hitachi, Ltd. and Hokkaido University as a facility...

To explore business opportunities for Fintech, Hitachi Asia R&D with the kind cooperation of The FinLab hosted the Hitachi FinTech Challenge 2019 from 10-15 November 2019 in Singapore, inviting external stakeholders to participate. Hitachi believes that by sharing insights on Fintech innovation t...