Nobel Prize in Chemistry Akira Yoshino Departure for the award ceremony December 5th 11:55
Akira Yoshino, who was selected for the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, departed for the award ceremony held in Sweden.
Akira Yoshino, who was selected for the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the development of lithium-ion batteries, will attend the award ceremony held in Stockholm, Sweden, at dawn this month of Japan time.
Prior to departure, Mr. Yoshino had a press conference with his wife Kumiko at Narita Airport on the morning of the 5th.
In this, Mr. Yoshino said, “I am not nervous, but I have not decided what to do at the end of the speech at the award ceremony. I want to think slowly until just before.”
As for the commemorative lecture held before the award ceremony, “The reason for the award is that the lithium-ion battery contributed to environmental problems. I want to send you a simple message. "
In addition, Kumiko said, “The day has passed quickly after the award is decided, and this day is finally over.”
After this, Mr. Yoshino left with his family and companions with a smile. Mr. Yoshino is scheduled to arrive in Stockholm before 6th in Japan time. He will give a commemorative lecture on the 8th and will attend the award ceremony before 11th.