On December 12, 2025, Osamu Tsuji, Founder and Chairman of Samco Inc., was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Kyoto Institute of Technology (KIT).
This honorary title recognizes Mr. Tsuji’s contributions to the advancement of education and research at the university. Through his leadership at Samco, Mr. Tsuji has contributed to the development of thin-film technologies. In parallel, he has continuously delivered lectures on materials science at KIT, sharing practical knowledge and industry experience with students.
The conferment ceremony was held on the university campus and was attended by President Yoshimoto of Kyoto Institute of Technology and other university officials. The ceremony included the presentation of the honorary doctorate certificate, a congratulatory address by the president, and a message of appreciation delivered by Mr. Tsuji.
Samco believes that collaboration between industry and academia is essential for both technological innovation and human resource development. The company will continue to contribute to the advancement of education and research through cooperation with universities and research institutions.
About Kyoto Institute of Technology
Kyoto Institute of Technology (KIT) is a national university in Kyoto, Japan, known for its strengths in engineering, materials science, and design-related research and education. The university conducts advanced research across a wide range of scientific and technological fields and actively promotes collaboration with industry to support innovation and human resource development.
Learn more at https://www.kit.ac.jp/en/
About Samco Inc.
Samco Inc. (TSE: 6387) stands for Semiconductor And Materials Company, is a leading manufacturer of processing equipment for the semiconductor and related industries founded by Mr. Osamu Tsuji in Kyoto, Japan in 1979. Over the past forty-six years, nearly 5,000 Samco systems have been installed and used in 35 different countries. Its equipment and thin film technology are widely adopted in the fabrication of semiconductor devices, including SiC/GaN power/RF devices, GaAs VCSELs, InP Laser Diodes, MEMS, BAW/SAW Filters, TSVs, advanced packaging, and more.
Learn more at https://www.samcointl.com/about/
Company Contacts:
TSUCHIHASHI, Atsushi
Public Relations
Phone: 81-75-621-7841
E-mail: tsuchihashi@samco.co.jp
DUNCAN, Megan
Public Relations
E-mail: megan.duncan@samco.co.jp