Power consumption in the information sector, including data centers and AI technology, is extremely large and is estimated to reach 160% of the total electricity generation in the world today by 2030. Therefore, technological innovations that enable a significant reduction of CO2 emissions in the information sector are essential to achieve carbon neutrality.  

In this project, Japan, U.S., and Germany, which have led the world in ferroelectric research, will jointly develop new materials, "fourth-generation ferroelectrics" that surpass conventional perovskite ferroelectrics to realize "brain-like computing" that consumes one order of magnitude less power than the current "Neumann-type computing".

Through international joint research by the world's top ferroelectric researchers, we will foster young researchers who can exercise global leadership, produce research outputs and technological innovations at a high academic level, and enhance Japan's international research presence.