Ph.D. in Engineering (Kyoto University)

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Bioanalytical Chemistry

0000-0002-0430-172X

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I have studied in wide research fields such as molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and microfluidic engineering. When I was a Ph.D. student or a postdoctoral researcher (2007-2013), I studied basic analytical chemistry and developed new methodologies to improve analytical performance like sensitivity for capillary electrophoresis, microfluidic devices, and mass spectrometry. Next, I studied abroad in University of Illinois under the supervision of Prof. Jonathan V. Sweedler (2013-2014), where I learned how to apply basic analytical methodologies to actual biological research. After I returned to Japan as a research scientist in RIKEN (2014-2020), I integrated these basic analytical technologies and re-designed the total analysis system with engineering-driven optimization. Finally, I achieved “trace omics analysis system” that provided comprehensive molecular profiles of metabolites and glycans from even a single cell.
In 2021, I was promoted to an Associate Professor in Kyushu University and started bioanalytical chemistry research with Prof. Nobuaki Matsumori. My aim is to approach micro/nano-scale life mechanisms by analyzing molecular transitions associated with important life phenomena. My interest also includes application of basic technologies to medical/pharmaceutical research. For example, pathogenesis such as cancers and dementia are induced by the disruption of life functions. By comprehensively analyzing molecular disorders, we will support elucidation of pathogenic molecular mechanism, which will lead to the development of new diagnostic method and/or new effective drugs. I hope to collaborate with you for developing novel bioanalytical methods that do not only elucidate complicated life system but also contribute to the people’s longevity and healthy life.

Research Interests

• Development and Application of Trace Bioanalysis System
  keyword : capillary electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, microfluidics, omics analysis, single cell, single molecule
  2021.01.

Academic Activities Membership in Academic Society

• The Japanese Biochemical Society
• The Japanese Society of Carbohydrate Research
• JAPANESE ELECTROPHORESIS SOCIETY
• THE CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF JAPAN
• THE JAPAN SOCIETY FOR ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
• THE SOCIETY FOR CHEMISTRY AND MICRO-NANO SYSTEMS
• SOCIETY FOR CHROMATOGRAPHIC SCIENCES

Awards

• The Young Scientists’ Award, The Commendation for Science and Technology by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
• Young Investigator Award
• Award for Young Researchers
• Encouragement Award
• Young Innovator Award on Chemistry and Micro-Nano Systems
• Prize for the Best Oral Presentation
• PSC Young Scientist Lecture Award (Level 1)

Educational Activities