Awards and Recognitions
Various technologies of the Asahi Kasei Group are highly recognized in a wide range of fields.
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Major External Commendations
Fiscal 2022
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Okochi Memorial Technology Prize
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Development of propane ammoxidation catalyst and acrylonitrile manufacturing technology utilizing the catalyst
Fiscal 2020
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Medal with Purple Ribbon
Government of Japan
Government of Japan
Development of Cyclohexene Process for Cyclohexanol, an Intermediate for Production of Nylon
Fiscal 2019
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The Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
The Development of Lithium-ion Batteries
The Order of Culture
Government of Japan
Government of Japan
Development of Lithium-ion Battery
European Inventor Award, Non-EPO Countries
European Patent Office
European Patent Office
Lithium-ion battery and its evolution
The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Development of Gold–Nickel Oxide Nanoparticle Catalysts with a Core-Shell Structure
The Chemical Society of Japan
The Chemical Society of Japan
The Chemical Society of Japan
Development of Separator for High-Safety and High-Performance Lithium
Fiscal 2018
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Japan Prize
The Japan Prize Foundation
The Japan Prize Foundation
Development of Lithium-ion Battery
The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Development of Cyclohexene Process for Cyclohexanol, an Intermediate for Production of Nylon
Fiscal 2016
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NIMS Award
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS)
Development of Lithium-ion Battery
Fiscal 2015
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Medal with Purple Ribbon
Government of Japan
Government of Japan
Development of Electronic Compass and Automatic Adjustment Method
National Commendation for Invention the Prize of the Chairman of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
Development of gold–nickel oxide (Au–NiOx) nanoparticle catalysts with a core–shell structure
Fiscal 2014
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Heroes of Chemistry Award
American Chemical Society (ACS)
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Non-Phosgene Polycarbonate (PC)
The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Prizes for Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Development of Electronic Compass and Automatic Adjustment Method
Fiscal 2013
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The Okochi Memorial Technology Prize
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Development of production technology for virus removal filters and the establishment of a market for them
The CSJ Award for Technical Development
The Chemical Society of Japan
The Chemical Society of Japan
Development and commercialization of gold–nickel oxide (Au–NiOx) nanoparticle catalysts with a core-shell structure for methyl methacrylate (MMA) production
The Charles Stark Draper Prize
The National Academy of Engineering (US)
The National Academy of Engineering (US)
Engineering of the rechargeable lithium-ion battery that enables compact, lightweight mobile devices
The Global Energy Prize
Global Energy Partnership
Global Energy Partnership
Invention of Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, which is An Essential Element for Mobile Electronic Devices, Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Fiscal 2012
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National Commendation for Invention
The Imperial Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
The Imperial Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
Automatic Adjustment Technology of Electronic Compass
The Okochi Memorial Technology Prize
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Development of a Genetically-Engineered Thrombomodulin Agent for the Treatment of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)
Fiscal 2011
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The 11th (2011) Yamazaki-Teiichi Prize
Foundation for Promotion of Material Science and Technology of Japan (MST)
Foundation for Promotion of Material Science and Technology of Japan (MST)
Development and Commercialization of the Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
National Commendation for Invention
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
Polysulfone-Membrane Hemodialyzer
Fiscal 2010
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The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Comprehensive Research on Thrombomodulin as An Antithrombotic Molecule on Vascular Endothelial Cell
Fiscal 2009
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National Commendation for Invention
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
Non-Fluorocarbon Gases High-Performance Phenolic Resin Foam
The Okochi Memorial Production Prize
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Okochi Memorial Foundation
Development of Separator for High-Safety and High-Performance Lithium-Ion Secondary Batteries
Fiscal 2008
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Medal with Purple Ribbon
Government of Japan
Government of Japan
Development of Novel Process for Polycarbonate Production from CO2 without Using Phosgene
National Commendation for Invention
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
The Invention Prize
Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation
The Catalyst for the 2nd Stage Reaction in the Direct Methyl-Esterification to Produce MMA
The CSJ Award for Technical Development
The Chemical Society of Japan
The Chemical Society of Japan
Direct Methyl Esterification Route for MMA – Development of Its Catalytic Chemistry and Process Engineering –
The Award of the Society of Polymer Science, Japan
The Society of Polymer Science, Japan
The Society of Polymer Science, Japan
Development of Microporous PE Film which Contributed to Dissemination and Innovation of Lithium-Ion Battery
Fiscal 2007
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The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Development of Novel Antileukemic Drug of N4-Behenoyl Cytosine Arabinoside
The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Development of Novel Process for Polycarbonate Production from CO2 without Using Phosgene
Local Commendations for Invention (Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation)
Fiscal 2022
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Hydrogenation catalyst for conjugated diene polymer
Fiscal 2021
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Hydrogenated elastomer used in high-performance shoe midsoles
Fiscal 2020
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The Prize of the Chairman of Shizuoka Institute of Invention and Innovation
Kanto
Kanto
Low-temperature curable photosensitive resin composition for use as a protective film for semiconductors
Fiscal 2019
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The Prize of the Chairman of Invention and Innovation
Kyushu
Kyushu
Ultra-Small Quantum Type Infrared Sensor Operating at Room Temperature
The Prize of the Chairman of Miyazaki Institute of Invention and Innovation
Kyushu
Kyushu
Electrolysis Cell And Electrolysis Tank
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Connector for 1500 DC Voltage Application in Photovoltaic Systems
Fiscal 2018
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The Minister of Education, Culture, Sports,
Science and Technology Prize
Kyushu
Science and Technology Prize
Kyushu
High-Compactibility and High-Fluidity Cellulose Powder
The Prize of the Chairman of Shizuoka Institute of Invention and Innovation
Kanto
Kanto
Photosensitive Resin Composition and Method for Producing Cured Relief Patter
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Low-viscosity Polyisocyanate Composition
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Industrial Process of Acrylonitrile (AN) Production Using Propane
Fiscal 2017
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The Prize of the Chairman of Kanagawa Institute of Invention and Innovation
Kanto
Kanto
Development of Functionalized SBR for Fuel-efficient Tire Tread
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Digital/Analog Converter and Control Method Thereof
Fiscal 2016
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Hydrogenated Block Copolymer
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kyushu
Kyushu
Highly Functional Cellulose Composite
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kyushu
Kyushu
Body Fluid Treating Device of Hollow Fiber Membrane Type
Fiscal 2015
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The Prize of the Chairman of Kyushu Industrial Technology Center
Kyushu
Kyushu
Blood Processing Filter
The Prize of the Chairman of Mie Institute of Invention and Innovation
Chubu
Chubu
Stretched Laminated Film and Bag
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Process for Producing Long Chain N-Acyl Acidic Amino Acid
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Sealing Material for Long-life Coating
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Evaluation System for Used House
Fiscal 2014
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The Encouragement Prize of Invention by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Kyushu
Kyushu
Cellulose Powder
The Prize of Okayama Prefectural Governor
Chugoku
Chugoku
Method for Producing Ethylene and Propylene
The Encouragement for Invention Prize of the Chairman of the Japan Patent
Attorneys Association
Kanto
Attorneys Association
Kanto
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Having High Durability
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Flame Retardant Aromatic Polycarbonate Resin Composition
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Polyphenylene Sulfide Resin Composition
Fiscal 2013
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Modified Conjugated Diene Polymer for Tire Tread
The Prize of Okayama Prefectural Governor
Chugoku
Chugoku
Process for Stabilizing Oxymethylene Copolymer
Fiscal 2012
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Ion-exchange Membrane
The Prize of Okayama Prefectural Governor
Chugoku
Chugoku
Innovative Catalyst for Production of MMA by Direct Methyl-Esterification
Fiscal 2011
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The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Housing Design Method Using Sunlight Simulation
Fiscal 2010
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The Encouragement Prize of the Chairman of Japan Patent Attorneys Association
Kyushu
Kyushu
Automatic Adjustment Technology of Electronic Compass
The Encouragement of Invention Prize
Chubu
Chubu
Surface-Grooving Method for ALC Wall Panels
Fiscal 2009
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The Encouragement Prize of the Commissioner of Japan Patent Office
Kanto
Kanto
Development of Material for Battery Case for Use in Hybrid Electric Vehicles
The Encouragement Prize of the Chairman of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kyushu
Kyushu
Polysulfone-Membrane Hemodialyzer
The Encouragement Prize of the Chairman of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kinki
Kinki
Development of Comfortable Innerwear Using Composite Yarn
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Chugoku
Chugoku
Method of Producing Aromatic Hydrocarbons from Light Hydrocarbons
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Mechanical Coupling for Steel Pipe Pile
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Surface-Patterned Panels for Exterior Walls
Fiscal 2008
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The Encouragement of Invention Prize of the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Kinki
Kinki
Elastic Polyurethane Fiber with Excellent Chlorine Resistance
The Encouragement Prize of the Commissioner of Japan Patent Office
Kyushu
Kyushu
Development of Silicone Macromer for Contact Lenses
The Encouragement Prize of the Chairman of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kanto
Kanto
Development of Aluminum Paste with High Brightness and Flip-Flop
The Prize of the Honorary Director of Miyazaki Branch of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kyushu
Kyushu
Polyamide with High Stiffness and Excellent Appearance
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Long Life Home and Maintenance Program
Fiscal 2007
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The Encouragement of Invention Prize of the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Chugoku
Chugoku
Process of DPC Production without Using Phosgene
The Prize of the Honorary Director of Shizuoka Branch of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kanto
Kanto
Technology for Producing Reagent for Diagnosis of Diabetes
The Prize of the Honorary Director of Kanagawa Branch of HATSUMEI KYOKAI (JIII)
Kanto
Kanto
Development of New Polymer for High Impact-Resistant Polypropylene
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Chugoku
Chugoku
Industrial Process for Production of MMA by Direct Methyl-Esterification
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Shape of Joints between ALC Wall Panels
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Lightweight Aerated Concrete Panel with Patterns
The Encouragement for Invention Prize
Kanto
Kanto
Phenolic Foam