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Medical Research Institute
We transitioned to a new research department in April 2021.
| Director of Medical Research Institute |
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| Deputy Director, Medical Research Institute |
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| New research department name | About the New Research Department | Main department | New Research Director |
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| tumor | The Oncology Division conducts research into malignant tumors of the digestive system, respiratory system, genitourinary system, female reproductive system, breast, and hematopoietic system. In clinical practice, we conduct research based on scientific evidence, not just guidelines, and we also engage in basic research using molecular biology and applied research in clinical settings, with the aim of further improving cancer treatment. |
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Honjo Hara (pathology) |
| Breathing/Circulation | The Department of Respiratory and Circulatory Systems conducts research into diseases of the heart, blood vessels, and lungs, which are responsible for the respiratory and circulatory systems essential for maintaining life, as well as the physiological functions and disorders of the respiratory and circulatory systems.We also conduct research into medical devices necessary for maintaining life in the event of respiratory and circulatory disorders. |
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Tetsuya Haruna (arrhythmia) |
| Endocrinology, metabolism, and kidneys | The Department of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nephrology conducts basic and clinical research aimed at elucidating the pathology of metabolic diseases such as diabetes and various endocrine diseases, as well as personalized medicine.In addition to clinical research utilizing kidney disease and kidney biopsy databases and basic research on glomerular diseases, we also conduct research on nutrition and dietary approaches to improve the pathology and treatment progress of various diseases. |
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Akihiro Hamasaki (in sugar) |
| Inflammation/immunity | Inflammation is a biological response to injury, and is also triggered by the immune system, which is a mechanism that primarily eliminates pathogens and foreign substances. The Division of Inflammation and Immunology studies innate and adaptive immunity to self and non-self antigens, as well as their associated inflammatory responses, with the aim of elucidating the pathology of infectious diseases and immune disorders and establishing methods for their treatment and prevention. |
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Yoshitaka Imura (Rheumatism) |
| Nerves and sensory-motor organs | The Department of Neurology and Sensorimotor Systems is researching pathologies that occur in the system that integrates and interprets information from the outside world, including visual, auditory, superficial, and proprioceptive senses, in the brain, and connects it to voluntary movement of muscles, bones, and joints via the central and peripheral nervous system. For example, after many years of research, regenerative therapy for the eardrum has been approved as a medical treatment covered by health insurance. We are also researching regenerative medicine for spinal cord injuries. |
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Hiroki Toda (neuropathic) |
| Development and regeneration | The Department of Development and Regeneration conducts clinical research in various specialized fields, such as immunology and allergy, hematology, neurology, metabolism and endocrinology, and neonates and premature infants in the fields of pediatrics and pediatric surgery. We publish case reports and clinical research results that lead to pathological elucidation and treatment, and at the same time, we work in cooperation with Kyoto University to focus on training research physicians. |
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Mitsutaka Shiota (Children) |
| Pathophysiology and Pharmacology | The Department of Pathophysiology and Pharmacology conducts research into the pathophysiology of the body's invasive response in acute severe illnesses such as surgery and sepsis in the Department of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care Unit, and Emergency Department, as well as the pharmacology that controls it. In addition, the Department of Pharmacy conducts clinical research aimed at improving the efficacy and safety of drug therapy. |
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Masahide Onoe (drugs) |
| Health/health | The Health and Wellness Department primarily conducts its own research on disease prevention and health promotion, as well as collaborative research with other research departments. Research is focused on tumors and the body's response to radiation, the safety of medical equipment and drugs, and lifestyle habits and disease prevention methods. In addition to the safety of testing and blood transfusions, the department also conducts research on medical information management and data mining, clinical research aimed at improving the quality of nursing, research aimed at improving physical function through rehabilitation, and research into the occurrence and prevention of oral diseases. |
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Mihoko Terai (nursing) |
As of October 2019
| Event | Research representative | Research topic | |
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| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Akihiro Hamasaki | Comprehensive analysis of the intestinal environment and immunoendocrine factors underlying treatment-resistant diabetes cases | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Toru Miwa | The impact of mitochondrial dysfunction caused by nuclear DNA mutations on hearing | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Shinichi Kanamaru | Development of intratympanic steroid administration for peripheral facial nerve paralysis | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Reiko Takahashi | Elucidation of the role of SOCS1 in systemic lupus erythematosus and its therapeutic application | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Hiroaki Terashima | Elucidation of the regulatory mechanism of hepatic ischemia-reperfusion injury induced by dietary restriction | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Takehiko Adachi | Crosstalk between IFNβ-1a signaling and the hypoxia response system in the regulation of vascular endothelial barrier function | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Namiko Ishikawa | Suppression of scarring in central and peripheral axon regeneration | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Masaaki Fujita | Detection of monomeric CRP and development of novel anti-inflammatory drugs by regulating monomeric CRP | New |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Kota Iguchi | Elucidating the process of NASH liver cancer development from blood and liver proteomes - from pigs to humans | New |
| Young Researcher (B) | Noritane Honda | Research into the effects of stressful stimuli on sensory sensitivity and neuromotor development in preterm infants | |
| Young Researcher (B) | Junya Abe | Pathological analysis and therapeutic development of interferon-related diseases using TREX1 gene mutations | |
| Young Researcher (B) | Rie Kanai | Identification and dynamics of tympanic membrane stem cells | |
| Young Researchers | Kosuke Takeda | Study on lymphangiogenesis from artificial lymph nodes: Effect of adding adipose-derived stromal cells | |
| Young Researchers | Kenta Uesaka | Study on the improvement of exercise tolerance in patients with heart failure and preserved systolic function by combined use of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation | |
| Young Researchers | Kanako Iwasaki | Promotion of personalized dietary therapy for type 2 diabetes through comprehensive analysis of microRNAs | New |
| Young Researchers | Junhiro Iwasaki | Elucidating the molecular basis of hyperglycemic toxicity in the immune system and its application to diabetes treatment | New |
| Support for starting research activities | Tomoyuki Miyauchi | Elucidation of the hepatoprotective effect and mechanism of water-soluble plant fiber | New |
| Event | Co-researcher | Research topic | |
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| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (B) | Namiko Ishikawa | Development of novel regenerative therapies after spinal cord injury: Elucidation of the mechanism of cerebral injury and repair using bone marrow cells | |
| Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) | Shugo Ueda | Analysis of the molecular mechanism of FGFR3IIIc in the malignant progression of esophageal cancer | |
| business | Research and Development Representative | R&D Project | |
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| Translational Research Strategic Promotion Program |
Yoshihisa Suzuki | Development of nerve regeneration support materials for peripheral nerve injuries | |
| business | Research and development contributor | R&D Project | |
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| Innovative Cancer Treatment Practical Research Project | Ryosuke Okumura | Development of innovative tumor diagnostic technology using diffusion MRI | |
| Medical Device Development Promotion Research Project | Akira Inokomori | Verification of the usefulness of an innovative ICT remote monitoring environment to prevent rehospitalization in home-based heart failure patients | |
