2022 年 67 巻 12 号 p. 815-820
Data science, which is the fourth paradigm in natural science, is now becoming a major technique to investigate natural science. The importance of data science in Tribology is large since, in general, Tribological data contain many aspects and it is complex phenomena. In this article we describe the paradigm in historical and social point of view, then explain the basic method of analysis, and show some topic using data science analysis. Not only for tribo-material development but also for many application in Tribology, data science will boost their future growth.