Nagoya University - Japan
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🎓 Early academic pursuits
Atsushi Satsuma embarked on his academic journey in the department of materials chemistry at the school of engineering, nagoya university, where he earned his undergraduate degree in 1984. he continued at the same institution for his graduate studies and completed his doctoral research in 1989 with a thesis titled "active sites of promoted v2o5 catalysts". his early work laid a strong foundation in surface chemistry and catalysis, particularly related to vanadium-based catalysts—core components also relevant in power electronics materials.
🧪 Professional endeavors
His professional career began in 1989 as a research associate at nagoya university. he advanced through the academic ranks: assistant professor (1995-1998), associate professor (1998-2003), and finally professor from 2003 to the present at the graduate school of engineering, nagoya university. during 1997–1998, satsuma broadened his global exposure through a postdoctoral fellowship at the university of new south wales and macquarie university in sydney, australia. notably, between 2012 and 2021, he also served as a professor under the elements strategy initiative for catalysis and batteries at kyoto university, contributing valuable insights into material design applicable to power electronics and energy systems.
🔬 Contributions and research focus
Prof. Satsuma is widely recognized for his pioneering work in in-situ characterization of solid catalysts, development of automotive catalysts, and catalysis involving metal nanoparticles and clusters. his research emphasizes the identification and enhancement of active sites in vanadium-based catalysts. throughout his career, he has applied cutting-edge techniques to Automotive Catalyst investigate the surface chemistry of multi-component oxides. his extensive research on surface active sites of catalysts like v2o5-mo, v2o5-wo3, and sno2 has had far-reaching implications, including applications in power electronics for enhancing material interfaces and functional stability in catalytic environments.
🌍 Impact and influence
Satsuma’s influence extends deeply into the catalysis community. he has been an active leader within the catalysis society of japan, serving as board member, regional chief, vice president Automotive Catalyst (2022), and president (2023). additionally, he played pivotal roles in the chemical society of japan, japan petroleum institute, and the japan association of zeolite. his editorial leadership at journals such as catalysis surveys from asia and his long-standing membership on the international advisory board for the international conference on environmental catalysis (2009–2025) highlight his global scientific footprint.
🏅 Accolades and academic cites
Prof. satsuma's academic excellence has been acknowledged through prestigious awards such as the young scientist award from the japan petroleum institute (1998) and the catalysis society of japan award (2020). his early publications, including highly cited papers in j. phys. chem. and appl. catal., have contributed significantly to academic discourse, with multiple Automotive Catalyst foundational citations in catalyst design studies, particularly involving vanadium-based systems. his citations not only reflect his academic impact but also his cross-disciplinary relevance in energy and power electronics research.
📘 Legacy and future contributions
With a rich academic and research legacy spanning over three decades, prof. atsushi satsuma continues to shape the future of catalysis through mentorship, editorial stewardship, and innovative research. his deep insights into active site engineering, catalyst promotion effects, and surface science are expected to influence emerging applications in sustainable energy, green chemistry, and advanced material processing. as environmental and automotive demands grow, his legacy is positioned to inspire next-generation researchers addressing catalytic challenges and materials for clean energy and efficient power electronics applications.
Notable Publications
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Title: Design of Platinum Group Metal-Free Automotive Three-way Catalyst: MgMn₂O₄ and CuCo₂O₄ in Tandem Layout
Authors: Keisuke Maruichi, Taichi Yamaguchi, Ryosuke Sakai, Kakuya Ueda, Akira Oda, Atsushi Satsuma
Journal: Applied Catalysis A: General
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Title: Encapsulated Platinum–Tin Nanoparticles in Silicalite-1 Zeolite for Methylcyclohexane Dehydrogenation
Authors: Wei Shi, Akira Oda, Yuta Yamamoto, Seio Harada, Takeshi Ohtsu, Kyoichi Sawabe, Atsushi Satsuma
Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
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Title: Atom-to-nm Scale Engineering of PtCo Alloy Catalysts over Supported Co Nanoparticles for Advanced Toluene Hydrogenation Efficiency in Hydrogen Storage Applications
Authors: Akira Oda, Nodoka Ogawa, Yuta Yamamoto, Kyoichi Sawabe, Atsushi Satsuma
Journal: ACS Catalysis
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Title: Pt Single Atom Alloyed Sub-1 nm Thick Fe Overlayer on Supported Cu Nanoparticles for Methylcyclohexane Dehydrogenation
Authors: Akira Oda, Kosei Ichihashi, Yuta Yamamoto, Takeshi Ohtsu, Wei Shi, Kyoichi Sawabe, Atsushi Satsuma
Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry A
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Title: Rutile TiO₂-Supported Pt Nanoparticle Catalysts for the Low-Temperature Oxidation of Ethane to Ethanol
Authors: Akira Oda, Yuya Kimura, Koyo Ichino, Yuta Yamamoto, Jun Kumagai, Gunik Lee, Kyoichi Sawabe, Atsushi Satsuma
Journal: Journal of the American Chemical Society