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Yoshinobu Fujishiro is a leading researcher in solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology, with a focus on developing portable power systems that operate on readily available hydrocarbon and alcohol fuels. His work centers on anode-supported microtubular SOFCs, particularly those using nickel-gadolinia doped ceria (Ni-GDC) anodes. Fujishiro’s major contribution lies in demonstrating the high durability of Ni-GDC against carbon deposition during butane utilization, a critical challenge for fuel flexibility. He pioneered internal partial oxidation reforming of butane and steam reforming of ethanol, enabling direct fuel conversion within the cell. His research has achieved significant impact, with his most cited paper on internal reforming for microtubular SOFCs accumulating 17 citations. Notable achievements include the development of a portable SOFC system for emergency power and mobility applications, such as vehicles and robots, as part of his work at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) in Japan. Since 2005, Fujishiro has been instrumental in advancing microtubular SOFC technology, making strides toward practical, fuel-flexible power sources that can operate on butane and ethanol, addressing the need for reliable portable energy in diverse scenarios.