Summary
Based on the history of science fiction in art and creative writing and its transformation, this research center will explore the value of science fiction as a methodology for human society innovation by bringing together researchers in literature, engineering, and art to jointly explore the value of stories. The goals of this research center are fourfold: A. Cross-cutting research in literature, engineering, and aesthetics on the mechanics of storytelling with a focus on science fiction; B. Development of creativity-supporting technologies using information technology, etc.; and C. Dissemination of methods to support people's creativity using SF prototyping; D. Application for intellectual property based on SF research and development and the organization of publications and events
Center Original Website
Operational Period
April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2030
(Activity period as a Startup Center: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025)
Members
Principal Investigator
Hirotaka Osawa
ProfessorFaculty of Science and Technology, Department of Industrial and Systems EngineeringHuman-Agent Interaction, Science Fiction PrototypingSusumu Niijima
ProfessorFaculty of EconomicsModern and contemporary French literature (Raymond Roussel, Jules Verne), bachelor machine art, science fiction