Mitsubishi Electric, Tokyo Tech, Ryukoku Univ., Microwave Chemical Develop Microwave Heating System With GaN-amplifier-module Heaters

About Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

With over 90 years of experience in providing reliable, high-quality products, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) is a recognized world leader in the manufacture, marketing and sales of electrical and electronic equipment used in information processing and communications, space development and satellite communications, consumer electronics, industrial technology, energy, transportation and building equipment. Embracing the spirit of its corporate statement, Changes for the Better, and its environmental statement, Eco Changes, Mitsubishi Electric endeavors to be a global, leading green company, enriching society with technology. The company recorded consolidated group sales of 4,323.0 billion yen (US$ 36.0 billion^*) in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2015. For more information visit:

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At an exchange rate of 120 yen to the US dollar, the rate given by the Tokyo Foreign Exchange Market on March 31, 2015

About Tokyo Institute of Technology

As one of Japan's top universities, Tokyo Institute of Technology seeks to contribute to civilization, peace and prosperity in the world, and aims at developing global human capabilities par excellence through pioneering research and education in science and technology, including industrial and social management. Tokyo Tech has an eye on educating highly moral students to acquire not only scientific expertise but also expertise in the liberal arts, and a balanced knowledge of the social sciences and humanities, all while researching deeply from basics to practice with academic mastery. Through these activities, we wish to contribute to global sustainability of the natural world and the support of human life.

About Ryukoku University

Ryukoku University was established as a Buddhist seminary called "Gakuryo" (Boarding School) in the precincts of Nishi-Hongwanji Temple by its 13th abbot, Ryonyo, for the promotion of research and Shin Buddhism education. Being older than Shoheiko, the official Edo Shogunate school, Ryukoku is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in Japan.

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About Microwave Chemical Co., Ltd.

Microwave Chemical was established as a venture company originated from National University Corporation Osaka University. Making use of microwave technology, Microwave Chemical aims to bring about revolutions in manufacturing processes of chemical products and promote energy conservation in factories worldwide. Setting "Change the way we produce fuel and chemicals." as its basic concept, Microwave Chemicals starts up and runs many joint projects with companies, laboratories, government institutions, and other organizations engaged in manufacturing, and promotes practical use and industrial application of innovative fruits of these projects.

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About New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization

NEDO, (abbreviation of New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization)was originally established as a semi-governmental organization on October 1, 1980 and reorganized as an Incorporated Administrative Agency on October 1, 2003. NEDO conducts various activities focusing on research and development related to oil alternative energy technology, technology for the efficient use of energy, and industrial technology. Its programs and projects include the promotion of private sector participation in national technology development projects, support for the private sector's own research and development efforts and dissemination of newly developed technology. All of these activities are carried out in a concerted and internationally coordinated manner. NEDO endeavors to ensure a stable and efficient supply of energy under fluctuating domestic and international socio-economic conditions and to assist in the development of Japan's economy and industrial sector. At the same time, NEDO strives to contribute to the fulfillment of Japan's Kyoto Protocol commitment without overly restricting energy use and industrial activities in Japan through, for example, obtaining emission credits via the Kyoto Mechanisms.