WPI-SKCM² Informational Media
Learn about WPI-SKCM²
Untangling pressing global problems using knots
Nature advertisement feature overviewing the goals of the institute, which can be found here.
HU Update
An international public relations magazine published by the Hiroshima University Public Relations Office, introducing the university’s latest initiatives, research achievements, and student activities in English.
HU-Plus
Discover the latest news, research highlights, and campus developments from Hiroshima University through HU-plus. Some issues also showcase recent achievements and activities of WPI-SKCM² members (in Japanese only).
Chugoku Shimbun
Starting in April 2026, a serialized column titled 「カタチが語る科学」 (Science Told Through Form), featuring PIs and researchers from WPI-SKCM², will appear in the monthly edition of the Chugoku Shimbun. Through the series, our researchers will introduce the fascinating science behind chirality, knots, and topology to a wider audience.
The column will also be available on Chugoku Shimbun Digital. “Tarupo members” can read up to five paid articles per month free of charge. For more information and subscription details, please visit: Tarupo
「カタチが語る科学」 Oct Issue
「モノに重さ、当たり前？」 written by Prof. Kenta Shigaki
「カタチが語る科学」 Sep Issue
「穴の数から形を捉える」 written by Prof. Yuka Kotorii
「カタチが語る科学」 Aug Issue
「変形すれば同じ結び目」 written by Prof. Yuka Kotorii
「カタチが語る科学」 Jul Issue
「世の中の結び目を研究」 written by Prof. Yuka Kotorii
「カタチが語る科学」 Jun Issue
「自然は右利き？左利き？」 written by Prof. Takahiro Iwata
「カタチが語る科学」 May Issue
「味わい深い 左右の風味」 written by Prof. Takahiro Iwata
「カタチが語る科学」 Apr Issue
「実は奥深い左右の世界」 written by Prof. Takahiro Iwata