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Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorAlthough childhood cancers often involve little DNA damage, certain factors are known to drive tumor development. One such factor is "abnormal transcriptional regulation," which is increasingly believed to be linked to "epigenetic abnormality." Focusing on childhood leukemia models, I aim to develop novel drug targets through functional analysis of epigenetic factors that control cell proliferation.
Recent Topics of Interests:
The initiation of transcription can be compared to a track race, "Ready," "Set," and "Go." My research revealed that the disease-related proteins I study are involved in the "Set" phase, forming a complex and dynamic interaction network. I am currently working to functionally validate this network and explore ways to therapeutically intervene.
Motto in Research or in Life:
Keep making hypotheses, keep discarding hypotheses, and value the results.
Hobby / Holiday:
Running and caring for my aquarium
Center for Analytical Instrumentation, Chiba University
ProfessorI aspire to make chemistry accessible, even to junior high school students. In recent years, my focus has been on four main themes:
Exploring polymers that exhibit a gold-like color without using metals.
Researching the photochemical fixation of aerial nitrogen to create next-generation fuels from sunlight and air.
Developing electrochemical windows that can be switched between transparent and white opaque.
Investigating the chemistry of contact and frictional electrification, which remains shrouded in mystery.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Commercializing the outcomes of my current research theme.
Motto in Research or in Life:
I am researching with the aim of achieving true originality, drawing inspiration from the innovative works of Ms. Y.M.
Hobby / Holiday:
Weight training, Listening to 70's Western and new music
Center for Environmental Remote Sensing, Chiba University
ProfessorI am conducting research to examine environmental changes occurring on the Earth’s land surface, particularly in vegetation, in response to climate change. My research involves utilizing data from Earth observation satellites and conducting computer simulations to understand the absorption and emission of greenhouse gases, such as CO2.
Recent Topics of Interest:
・Utilizing the global network of geostationary meteorological satellites, including Himawari, to monitor land surface dynamics at high frequencies, such as every 10 minutes.
・Leveraging various Earth observation datasets treated as big data and employing technologies like artificial intelligence to extract environmental variations on the Earth’s surface.
・Enhancing our understanding and forecasting abilities of Earth system processes through refinement of models using various Earth observation datasets.
Motto in Research or in Life: Let’s give it a try.
Hobby / Holiday:
I thoroughly enjoy staying active, and one of my favorite activities is inline skating. I often skate along riverbanks, covering distances of approximately 20 kilometers. Exploring the vibrant city center of Tokyo on skates is a future adventure I eagerly anticipate. Furthermore, I find immense joy and solace in the presence of my pet java sparrow at home, as its delightful nature always brings me comfort and happiness.
Graduate School of Humanities / Graduate School of Informatics, Chiba University
ProfessorI am conducting research on human perceptual-cognitive processes and the characteristics of KANSEI (aesthetics) using experimental psychological methods. In particular, I am investigating the characteristics of the time and space that humans can directly perceive and interact with. My research goal is to understand the mental aspect of time and space to the extent that I can manipulate them as I intended.
Recent Topics of Interests:
The psychological basis of slow motion experiences (tachypsychia phenomenon) that are perceived during accidents such as traffic accidents, collisions, and falls.
The perceived time during the “Zone” or “Flow” experience.
The development of communication methods and strategies for avoiding potential dangers using perceptual illusions and cognitive biases.
The potential of psychology in addressing the measurement problem in observation.
Motto in Research or in Life:
You must keep your mind straight and not become trapped by preconceived favorite notions about yourself (The Book of Five Rings).
Hobby / Holiday:
I love listening to live music performances, watching RAKUGO (traditional Japanese comedic storytelling), going to the theater, and visiting art galleries to appreciate paintings and media arts.
Graduate School of Horticulture, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorI am conducting research focused on identifying genes and proteins that control sexual reproduction in angiosperms, particularly fertilization, as they play a crucial role in the outcome of crossbreeding efforts. Additionally, I am analyzing their functions.
Furthermore, my work involves research and development in biotechnology, leveraging insights gained from reproductive studies to create a range of technologies aimed at enhancing plant improvement.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Developing technology for generating haploid and polyploid plants through artificial differentiation of germ cells.
Motto in Research or in Life:
Living honestly is perhaps the simplest way to navigate life.
Hobby/Holiday:
Playing with my cats, Watching dramas, Cleaning up accumulated house chores, Watching camping videos (I started recently), Sometimes working
Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
Assistant ProfessorWhile providing daily medical examinations at the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at Chiba University Hospital, I also engage in research to explore the possibility of immune system in the treatment of ear, nose, and throat diseases. Specifically, my research focuses on studying the pathophysiology of allergic rhinitis, hay fever, and eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis, which are allergic conditions, as well as developing immunotherapy for cancer treatment.
Recent Topics of Interests:
Using digital devices in research methodology
Can immune cells defeat cancer?
Motto in Research or in Life: Let’s give it a try. Fortune is unpredictable and changeable.
Hobby / Holiday: Listening to music, playing games
Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University
ProfessorAs a pathologist, my research focuses on understanding the causes and pathological states of diseases that deviate from normal physiology, as well as the mechanisms that drive these deviations To deepen this understanding, I develop and apply new technologies, including glycosylation isomer biomarkers to measure fibrosis progression in hepatitis, plasma-based hemostatic devices that enhance wound healing, and methods to identify the cells responsible for keloid formation.
Recent Topics of Interest:
The role of persistent viral infections in the development of proliferative lesions and degenerative diseases.
Motto in Research or in Life:
Turning knowledge and experience into new tools to unlock deeper, more satisfying understanding.
Hobby / Holiday:
Spending time with my wife
Institute for Advanced Academic Research / Center for Environment, Health and Field Sciences, Chiba University
Tenure Track Associate Professor My research focuses on elucidating the physiological effects of the natural environment and natural stimuli on humans.
By measuring brain activity (using near-infrared spectroscopy to assess prefrontal cortex activity), autonomic nervous activity (evaluating parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous activity through heart rate variability), and endocrine activity (monitoring stress hormone concentration), we are accumulating scientific data on the physiological relaxation effects that nature brings.
Recent Topics of Interests:
1. Clarification of individual differences: There are individual differences in the physiological relaxation effects that nature brings. These individual differences have drawn attention as an issue that should be clarified in various fields, but research has not progressed significantly.
We are working towards understanding these individual differences by accumulating scientific evidence, including various approach methods.
2. Application to individuals with high stress: In previous research, the main focus has been on healthy individuals in their twenties. However, we are now advancing the investigation of the effects on individuals who experience high-stress levels in their daily lives, such as children with developmental disabilities and patients with depression.
Motto in Research or in Life: I try to see things from a broad perspective.
Hobby / Holiday: Nature walk with my daughter.
Design Research Institute, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorI provide support for gardening activities in elderly care facilities, promote community formation in regional hubs and office spaces using plant factories, and facilitate communication in medical spaces. Our focus is on studying and researching designs that support both the hardware and software aspects to achieve an optimal balance between work and communication. I strive to immerse ourselves on-site as much as possible.
Recent Topics of Interest: Combination and Integration of Traditional Oriental Medicine and Environmental Design
Motto in Research or in Life: Meet halfway
Hobby / Holiday: Childrearing of two kids
