CV

Takahiro Ezaki, Ph. D

Project Associate Professor,  Advanced Logistic Science Lab, Research Center for Advanced Science (RCAST), The University of Tokyo

Co-founder / President, infonerv inc.

Executive Advisor, Rootf Datum, Inc., Edge Technology, Inc.

Equipped with expertise in mathematical modeling and data analysis, I address a wide range of challenges across multiple disciplines, with a particular focus on the control of complex transport phenomena. My current research primarily centers on the development and implementation of theoretical frameworks for next-generation network logistics, as well as the establishment of many-body theories to regulate ion congestion in solid-state materials. These core themes are complemented by several parallel projects.  (More information about my past research can be found here)

In addition to academic research, I am actively engaged in efforts to translate scientific insights into practical applications. As the founder of infonerv Inc., I lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency of logistics systems through data-driven solutions for automated ordering and inventory management. I also contribute to the advancement and dissemination of data science in industry through advisory roles at companies such as Root F Datum Inc., among others. 

Employment

Sep 2025 - Present        Project Associate Professor, RCAST,  The University of Tokyo

Apr 2021 - Present        President, infonerv inc. 

Apr 2020 - Aug 2025        Project Lecturer, RCAST,  The University of Tokyo

Dec 2016 - Mar 2020        Research Director, Precursory Research for Embryonic Science and Technology (PRESTO),  JST

Mar 2016 - Nov 2016     Project Researcher, Japan Science and Technology Agency, ERATO, Kawarabayashi Large Graph Project

Mar 2015 - Mar 2016     Research Fellow (PD), Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, at The University of Tokyo

Mar 2013 - Mar 2015     Research Fellow (DC1), Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, at The University of Tokyo

Apr 2016 - Mar 2020 Visiting Scholar, The University of Tokyo

Oct 2019 - Dec 2019 Visiting Scholar,  Stanford University

Academic Qualifications

Mar 2015 Ph.D. in Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Japan

              (Department of Astronautics and Aeronautics)

              Thesis title: "Theory of density-dependent transport on networks"

              Thesis supervisor: Prof. Katsuhiro Nishinari

Mar 2013 M.Sc. in Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Japan

              (Department of Astronautics and Aeronautics)    

Mar 2011 B.Sc. in Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Japan 

              (Department of Astronautics and Aeronautics)

Awards

May 2025 Funai Academic Award

May 2021 NIDCR Building Bridges Award (to H. M. Kondo, K. Tada, and T. Ezaki)

Aug 2016 APEC2016 Best Poster Award

Feb 2016 Inoue Research Award for Young Scientists

Mar 2015 The University of Tokyo Dean's Award (1st place)

Mar 2015 The University of Tokyo President’s Award

Grants

Apr 2013 - Mar 2016  Fellowships for Young Scientists, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science

Subject: "Collective Dynamics on Networks" 

Amount: JPY 3,000,000

Role: PI (no Co-I) 

Dec 2016 - Mar 2020 Precursory Research for Embryonic Science and Technology (PRESTO), 

Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) 

Subject: "Understanding brain dysfunction dynamics using Boltzmann machine" 

Amount: JPY 40,000,000

Role: PI (no Co-I)

Grant No. JPMJPR16D2

Apr 2020 - Mar 2024 Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research B,

Japan Society for the Promotion of Science,  

Subject: "Understanding the mechanisms of fluctuations in perception and attention from the integrated perspective of brain activity and the autonomic nervous system"

Amount: JPY 1,500,000 (to my group)

Role:  Co-I (PI: Prof. Hirohito Kondo, Chukyo University)

Grant No. 20H01789

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 Corporate Joint Research with Avery Dennison Japan Co., Ltd.

Subject: "Verification of Efficiency and Advancement in Logistics through Big Data Utilizing RFID"

Amount: JPY 780,000

Role: Co-PI

Apr 2023 - Jun 2024 Corporate Joint Research with Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd.

Subject: "Research on Building Interior Logistics Utilizing Drones"

Amount: JPY 1,625,000

Role: PI

Apr 2024 - Mar 2029 Transformative Research Areas (A), Japan Society for the Promotion of Science

Subject: "Mathematical and Computational Simulation Analysis for the Establishment of Ion Traffic Science"

Amount: JPY 19,500,000

Role: Co-I (PI: Prof. Yasunobu Ando, Tokyo Institute of Technology)

Research Interests

• Logistics Science

• Collective Dynamics

• Supply Chain Management

• Network Traffic

• Solid-state Ionics

• Game Theory

• Brain Dynamics 

Contact

E-mail: ezaki0705@gmail.com