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Shotaro Shiba Funai

Shotaro Shiba Funai

Machine Learning, High Energy Physics, Brain Science

Summary

I have been involved at Araya Inc. and High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK) in a neuroscience research project using machine learning, promoting collaboration between teams while supporting emerging researchers. Building on my research background in physics, I have a strong curiosity about machine learning and neuroscience, and I value a proactive approach as I strive to deepen my understanding of all these fields. Through my work, I am pleased to have contributed to new discoveries across various disciplines and to the growth of the organizations.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Researcher

Araya Inc.
10.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for interdisciplinary research efforts, leading to innovative solutions to deal with brain data using machine learning.
  • Mentored junior researchers to improve their skills, contributing to a more productive team environment.

Collaborating Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
10.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary research of machine learning, physics, and brain science by collaborating researchers from various institutes.
  • Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.

Chief Data Officer

OneAI Inc.
04.2021 - Current
  • Championed the importance of machine learning technology across all levels of the company, offering training and support for employees seeking to expand their knowledge in this area.
  • Led a team of data scientists and engineers to build an image generation system with machine learning for advertisement purposes.

Staff Scientist

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
07.2018 - 09.2022
  • Coordinated cross-functional collaborations by bridging gaps between physics and biology researchers to build a model of animal mimicry phenomenon with machine learning.
  • Presented research findings at national conferences, showcasing the organization's commitment to scientific advancement.

Post Doctoral Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
04.2016 - 06.2018
  • Contributed to high-impact publications in particle physics (superstring theory) and machine learning for physics.

Postdoctoral Researcher

Maskawa Institute for Science and Culture
04.2014 - 03.2016
  • Contributed to high-impact publications in particle physics, especially superstring theory.

Postdoctoral Researcher

JSPS & KEK
04.2011 - 03.2014
  • Contributed to high-impact publications in superstring theory, especially dynamics of branes in high-dimensional spacetime.

KAKENHI Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
04.2010 - 03.2011
  • Conducted multiple research projects in particle physics, especially dynamics of branes in superstring theory.

Education

Ph.D. - Particle Physics

University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Particle Physics

University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
04.2001 -

Skills

Intellectual Curiosity for Interdisciplinary Research

Certification

Particle Physics Medal: Young Scientist Award in Theoretical Particle Physics

Timeline

Chief Researcher

Araya Inc.
10.2022 - Current

Collaborating Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
10.2022 - Current

Chief Data Officer

OneAI Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Staff Scientist

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
07.2018 - 09.2022

Post Doctoral Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
04.2016 - 06.2018

Particle Physics Medal: Young Scientist Award in Theoretical Particle Physics

11-2014

Postdoctoral Researcher

Maskawa Institute for Science and Culture
04.2014 - 03.2016

Postdoctoral Researcher

JSPS & KEK
04.2011 - 03.2014

KAKENHI Researcher

High Energy Accelerator Research Organization(KEK)
04.2010 - 03.2011

Ph.D. - Particle Physics

University of Tokyo
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Particle Physics

University of Tokyo
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Tokyo
04.2001 -
Shotaro Shiba FunaiMachine Learning, High Energy Physics, Brain Science