Upon attaining a Doctor of Philosophy in machine intelligence and systems engineering from Tohoku University in Japan, Dr. Ashida has built an illustrious career in engineering and education.
Now focusing on closing the gap between professionals of multiple engineering fields, including advanced manufacturing, mobility & automotive, nuclear technology & advanced reactors, and corrosion & protection; working to achieve goals on a global scale through active leadership of his company and taking management roles at the University of Michigan.
Communicator - facilitating/coordinating communications at personal, organizational, and technical levels, participating and taking a leading role in professional and international organizations (ISO, AMPP, ASTM, etc.)
Problem solver - a leader and problem solver always from the industrial perspective.
Engineer - professional work experience as an engineer in both Japan and the United States.
Research Scientist - at a top-notch research institution, the Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences department at the University of Michigan.
Entrepreneur - with technical background of mechanical engineering, materials science, and nuclear engineering, actively promoting think and work together with top-tier experts.