Hideaki Oba

Since 2016, Hideaki Oba has been working as a researcher at the Japan 3D Printing Industry Technology Association, aiming to improve awareness of AM technology in Japan, promote its use, and co-create the industry. The Japan 3D Printing Industry Technology Association introduces information in a wide range of fields such as equipment, materials, software, and applications to Japanese companies.
After earning a master’s degree in organic chemistry at Kyushu University, Hideaki worked as a researcher at an electronics company, engaged in international collaboration activities in the field of optical recording, and promoted standardization.