Biomass

We conduct cutting-edge scientific research that leads to breakthroughs in our understanding of growth, development, differentiation and genetic diversity in model and cultivated plant systems. In particular, our researches focus on control of plant vascular development, membrane transporters and genomic recombination to maximize biomass and contribute to food security and conservation.

Plant Immunity

We aim to understand the mechanism of plant immune system against pathogens based on microbiology, molecular biology, genetics and bioinformatics. We use model, natural and cultivated plants for our researches. We are developing the invaluable biotechnologies that prevent reduction in plant production due to pathogen infections.

Green Biotechnology

We are developing plants as a system for production of green biomaterials in particular recombinant proteins. Using the plant-produced proteins, we aim to develop highly valuable protein-based products such as pharmaceuticals, green biosimilar and green vaccines, and also environmentally sound and highly efficient enzyme-based production processes.