Integrated Research Division

　In April 2019, this exploratory research laboratory was newly designed for flexible and prompt action to the cutting edge and exploratory research in materials science. The laboratory consists of six research groups that operate in each characteristic organization and system.
- Independent Research Group: Young PI conducts exploratory research independently from existing research laboratories and centers in IMR. They are trying to create new research frontiers.
- Cooperation Research Group: Outstanding researchers from outside joined IMR as cross-appointed professors. They have actively studied cutting-edge research in cooperation with researchers in IMR.
- Guest Professors Group: This group invited researchers, especially younger ones, as guest professors from domestic universities and research institutes to utilize IMR research resources in an effective manner.
- Fusion Oriented Research Group: The Emergent Research Group aims to develop new research seeds by providing a more independent environment for researchers selected for the JST FOREST Program.
- Co-Creation Research Group: Based at the Co-Creation Research Institute of Tohoku University, i.e., Industry-University Collaboration Organization, this group promotes collaborative research with a specific company.
- Cross-Cutting Research Group: This group will support a specific young associate professor who will promote research mainly in collaboration with divisional professors.