Mr. Ko Nakamura

My specialty is theoretical astrophysics, and I particularly study supernova explosions, which are phenomena that occur when stars many times more massive than the Sun reach the end of their lives.
When a star explodes, various elements are created and spread throughout the universe, passed on to the next generation of stars. Some of the elements that make up our bodies also originate from these explosions.

While observations have advanced and more than 10,000 supernovae are now discovered annually, many mysteries remain, such as why they explode and what kinds of stars explode. The opportunity to get closer to understanding the origins of the universe is a major attraction of this field.

I used to go to the gym every week. I enjoy both watching and playing sports. I'd also like to start playing badminton again, which I was very into during my student days. Unlike research, which requires deep, thoughtful thinking, being able to make quick decisions and move my body on the spot is a great way for me to refresh myself.

Space research is now also deeply intertwined with information science and machine learning. Information science and machine learning are utilized in many fields, from the mechanisms of everyday services to analyzing social trends. Why not experience the excitement of discovering new discoveries from vast amounts of data together while engaging with various academic disciplines across fields at College of Arts and Sciences?