Current students' comments

Ryuta Amatsubo

I’m Amatsubo, an M1 student in the Concrete Research Lab, in charge of numerical analysis.

Right now, I’m figuratively diving deep into “Mechanical behavior of cementitious materials in deep-sea environments.”

I wield both analysis and experimentation like a true “dual-wielder”: sweating through destructive tests one moment, wrestling code the next, and repeating my own cycle of “break” and “make” every single day.

Our lab couldn’t be more different from the harsh ocean floor, each of us has a dedicated desk and PC, plus a wealth of experimental rigs, so we can focus fully on research in total comfort. With our professors’ generous support, every day here feels both challenging and rewarding.

Since our team is still small, I’m eagerly awaiting the day when we welcome some new comrades into our deep-sea research adventure!

Chihiro Maki

I am Chihiro Maki, a first year master cource student.
My supervisor is Professor Nakamura Hikaru, and I work hard every day on experiments and analyses!
My research topic is the mechanical behavior of fiber-reinforced concrete.
With the help of others, I cast and analyze concrete structures that are bigger than me.
So, one of the characteristics of our lab is that we all cooperate with each other a lot, so we get along well.
The atmosphere in the lab is lively, and laughter can be heard regularly throughout Building 3.
The teachers often drop by the students' room, and Professor Nakamura often brings us sweets.
My goal is to be the first to get it!
If you are even slightly interested in the Concrete Laboratory, please feel free to contact us anytime!

Comments from graduates

Tomoki Chaya

My name is Tomoki Chatani and I am a Masters graduate from the class of 2024. After graduating, I got a job at NEXCO Central Japan.
In the laboratory, under Professor Nakamura, I mainly conducted numerical analysis research on the bond between fiber-reinforced concrete and steel.

There are many good things about joining the Concrete Research Group, but if I had to pick one, it would be that I gained presentation skills. Once every two weeks, we have the opportunity to present the progress of each person's research in a report meeting. At first, it was very difficult to prepare materials, make presentations, and answer questions from the professors. However, after a few years, I began to understand how to communicate my results, what is difficult for the listener to understand, and what the process is for resolving problems if there are any. This is a skill that will definitely be necessary when you enter society. It's not easy at first, but you can acquire it by experiencing it yourself and listening to the comments that the professors make about other members.
Honestly, no matter which lab you join, you'll have fun and make lifelong friends and memories. However, if you're going to enter and graduate from Nagoya University, why not try not to only have fun memories, but also to experience the personal growth that comes from overcoming difficult experiences? Your current abilities don't matter. All you need is motivation. The most fun part is feeling your own growth. If you're even slightly interested, please come and visit our lab. You'll be welcomed by wonderful seniors.

Ryosuke Hatta

Hello! I'm Hatta.
During my master's course, I worked hard every day on research aimed at proposing analytical models capable of reproducing mechanical behavior in deep-sea environments.

In this laboratory, you can learn many things, such as the ability to solve problems on your own and the ability to communicate your opinions and suggestions in an easy-to-understand manner. All of this can only be achieved by teachers who care about their students and ambitious laboratory colleagues.

Professor Nakamura often told us to treasure our connections with people. Our classmates who worked hard together to overcome the difficult task of writing papers and carrying out large-scale experiments do not disappear even after graduation, and even after decades, we can meet again for a drink together. Such precious encounters are possible in the Concrete Laboratory.

Please come and visit the Concrete Laboratory. I'm sure you'll be greeted by friendly colleagues.

Misa Nishimura

I’m Nishimura, a graduate of this Lab.
I’m now working at Nagoya Railroad (Meitetsu), doing on-site training in the field. There’s a lot to learn and every day is demanding, but I’m pushing myself to become someone who can support the company in the future.

As a student, I researched the expansive behavior of cement-based materials subjected to high-temperature heating and water-injection histories under Professor Miura’s guidance. My labmates were an engaging bunch, and we shared many good times—running experiments together, grabbing drinks after work, and enjoying daily life in the lab. My fondest memory is the thesis season, when B4 and M2 seniors and I encouraged one another through writing and presentations. Even in the toughest moments, our jokes kept us going and helped us finish strong. Though I spent only about a year in the lab, it became an experience I’ll never forget.

I’m confident you’ll find the Concrete Research Lab just as rewarding—with wonderful colleagues and dedicated professors. If you’re curious, please stop by and see!

Comments from graduates

学部：大学院進学率◎

修士：就職率◎、博士後期課程への進学も推奨しています。

過去の就職先例

ゼネコン

大成建設、鹿島建設、大林組、清水建設

電力

中部電力、東京電力、電源開発

メーカー

トヨタ自動車、三菱重工

鉄道

JR東日本・東海・西日本、JRTT、名鉄、近鉄

研究職

名大、法政大、岐阜大、関西大、鉄道総研、電中研

高速道路

NEXCO中日本、西日本

公務員

国土交通省、経産省、愛知県、名古屋市、東京都

建設コンサル