One of Japan’s most distinguished chemists, Eiichi Nakamura, has been appointed a chair professor at Nankai University in China.
During his 50-year career, Nakamura has received numerous scientific awards as well as one of Japan’s highest honours.
The University of Tokyo professor’s research spans synthetic and physical chemistry, and focuses on the functions of organic and inorganic substances.
He has pioneered the use of atomic-resolution transmission electron microscopy to study the motions…