Kohei Itoh — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as the 20th President and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Keio University.
Recognized as one of Japan's pioneers in quantum computational research.
His research fields include solid-state physics, quantum computers, electronic materials, nanotechnology, and semiconductor isotope engineering.
Leads Keio University's quantum educational initiative in collaboration with IBM.
Holds academic leadership roles including Research Supervisor for the JST PRESTO Program (since April 2016) and Program Director for MEXT Q-LEAP (since April 2018).

Biography

Kohei Itoh, born in 1965, is a distinguished Japanese physicist currently serving as the 20th President of Keio University. In this capacity, he also holds the position of Chairman of the Board of Trustees. His academic and research career is marked by significant contributions to solid-state physics, quantum computers, electronic materials, nanotechnology, and semiconductor isotope engineering.

Itoh is recognized as one of Japan's pioneers in quantum computational research.