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Researcher Interviews

There are various researchers at Nikon, each aggressively investigating a particular project. In this section, we introduce the voices of such researchers, who are exploring uncharted areas to open up new dimensions in science, and also recount unique episodes interwoven with their passions and dreams.

Tomoya Noda, Nikon Fellow

Solving imaging issues by thorough examination of optics and metrology.

Tomoya Noda has long been tackling and solving numerous difficult problems of optics and metrology through scrupulous theorizing and examination.

Akira Matsumoto, Nikon Fellow

Contributing to the advancement of optical technologies as an expert on glasses and thin films.

Akira Matsumoto has largely contributed to the miniaturization of IC chips through developing a variety of optical thin films.

Masayasu Sawada, Nikon Fellow

Supporting Nikon precision with mathematical analysis.

Masayasu Sawada has dealt with many complex tasks during the development of products and production equipment using his knowledge of advanced mathematics and extensive mathematical skills.

Ken Nakamura, Nikon Fellow

Exploring every field of interest, extensively and profoundly.

Ken Nakamura has been constantly engaged in manufacturing engineering, creating a wide and diverse range of production equipment.

Masashi Tanaka, Nikon Fellow

It's fun to look at matters from multilateral perspectives.

Masashi Tanaka joined the optical design department upon entry to the company. He has been involved with optical and other products in various fields.

Ken Utagawa, Nikon Fellow

A camera is packed with cultures. I want to expand the fun of cameras.

Ken Utagawa opened a path to the development of autofocus technology at Nikon, contributing to the advancement of SLR cameras.

Hiroshi Ohki, General Manager of Research & Development Headquarters, Core Technology Center

Shaping the future of optical technology.

Hiroshi Ohki is in charge of the management of R&D operations at Nikon. He focuses on the development of the industry-academia alliance.

Soichi Owa, Nikon Fellow

Conduct research with optimism, but also with persistence.

Soichi Owa is recognized for his outstanding achievements in lithography, especially in the application of immersion lithography.

Tetsuro Goto, Nikon Fellow

Creating a Nikon beyond compare.

Tetsuro Goto contributed to the development of Nikon SLR cameras, interchangeable lenses and other products, holding various important positions in the company.

  • *Departments, positions and titles are correct as of their time of posting in this section.