Northwestern University Japanese Researchers Association (NUJRA)
Past enrolled members
Kenta Kuramoto
The He Laboratory
Northwestern University
Hideki Terajima
At the University of Chicago, we are working on elucidating the molecular mechanism of gene expression regulation from the perspective of epitranscriptome (chemical modification of mRNA). I am also interested in researching the mechanism by which the body clock keeps a rhythm of about 24 hours.
Kazuya Ono
After completing his first postdoc at NIH, he is currently studying the development and function of the vestibular organs of the inner ear of mice using patch clamps at the University of Chicago. In the future, we aim to recover not only the sense of balance but also the function of hearing based on the knowledge obtained.
Toshihiro Nomura
Former secretary
One of the founders
Kazuki Imasato
I am researching energy materials, mainly semiconductors and thermoelectric materials, at the Department of Materials Engineering, Northwestern University! I am interested in renewable energy and clean tech.
Shogo Tsujikawa
Dept. of Pharmacologym, Northwestern University
Teruki Sato
Originally from the Department of Cardiology, Akita University, I am currently studying abroad at Northwestern University.
I have been conducting research focusing on the RAS control mechanism and RNA control mechanism in the pathological condition of heart failure. Currently, I am conducting research on RNA-binding proteins and abnormal glucose metabolism.
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Takeyuki Kono
An otolaryngologist, the Department of Microbiology-Immunology (Virology ) conducted research on human papillomavirus (HPV) -related head and neck cancer. We mainly investigated the DNA damage repair system and the activation mechanism of APOBEC factor.
Koichiro Wasano;
Former secretary of study session naming
One of the founders
National Hospital Organization
Tokyo Medical Center Clinical Research Center
Hearing Impairment Laboratory Manager
I am conducting research on hearing, especially genetic deafness. I am confident that NUJRA, which was established for the purpose of studying, socializing, and mutual aid, has developed into such an organization. The NUJRA Tokyo branch will be set up by the returnees, so if you want to hear about Chicago before studying abroad, let's drink together.
Hidemichi Kouzu
Sapporo Medical University Cardiovascular / Kidney / Metabolic Endocrinology Course
At Northwestern University, we worked on mRNA-binding protein-mediated mTOR regulation in the myocardium. Research interests are heart failure and myocardial metabolism.
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Soh Yamamoto
Current position: Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology, Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine (engaged in research on autophagy in He laboratory of Northwestern University Cell and Molecular Division)
We are working hard on research on RNA viruses in general. Focusing on the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which is a pediatric viral infection, comprehensive analysis such as protame analysis and search for host target factors by CRISPR / Cas9 genome wide screening, and chemical biology of RSV suppression mechanism of existing approved drugs. We are aiming to develop an antiviral drug against RSV by analyzing the approach and biochemically. Specialty: Virology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetic Engineering
Noriko Ogasawara
Lecturer, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Microbiology, Sapporo Medical University
Main theme: "Elucidation of natural immune control mechanism using human cells" 1) Tight-binding molecule and control mechanism in human epithelial cells 2) Function of type 2 innate lymphoid cells in chronic sinusitis (Allergy and immunology, Northwestern University) Kato Lab) 3) RS virus and host immune response mechanism
Looking for postdocs!
Tomokazu Souma
Duke University
Assistant Professor
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Yosuke Shimazu
Okayama University Graduate School of Neurosurgery
Fumitake Tezuka
Tokushima University
Takashi Hisamatsu
Okayama University Graduate School of Public Health Associate Professor
I was in the Preventive Medicine course at Northwestern University. Originally from the Department of Cardiology, he is currently engaged in epidemiological research and public health research on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.
Hironobu Hayashi
Nara Medical University
Specialized field Nerve monitoring / ocular circulation
Toshiyuki Ishii
Nippon Medical School School of Medicine
Physiology classroom instructor
Naofumi SUEMATSU
Osaka University
Specialty: Neuroscience, Artificial Vision
Yoshimasa Imoto
Assistant Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Fukui
Research Area: Chronic Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis I was studying abroad at the Allergy-Immunology Division of Northwestern University. I am studying chronic inflammatory diseases of the nasal sinuses, focusing on chronic sinusitis. Drinking various kinds of sake is one of the pleasures, and after returning to Japan, I go around the sake breweries. Fukui prefecture is blessed with rice and sake. Dinosaurs are also famous.
Madoka Kawaguchi
At Northwestern University, I belonged to the Huiping Liu Lab of the School of Medicine. By analyzing the properties of circulating tumor cells in the blood of cancer patients, I was conducting research aimed at suppressing metastasis. We are currently applying for RPD.
Marie Ikeda
Alumnus of NUJRA
Kentaro Ushijima
Professor, Yamaguchi University of Science
Takahiro Sasaki
Current position Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery, Wakayama Medical University At Northwestern University, I was conducting research on epigenetic therapy and drug delivery for pediatric brain tumors.
Kotaro Hori
Lecturer, Anesthesiology, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka City University
I am continuing my research on the ion channel called CRAC channel (Calcium release-activated calcium channel), which I was studying at NU when I was studying abroad, in connection with anesthesiology.
Akihiko Taguchi
Yamaguchi University
Kaoru Miyazaki
Northwestern Bulun Lab
Kenichiro Suwa
I was studying abroad at the Department of Radiology, Northwestern University from the Department of Cardiology, Hamamatsu University School of Medicine. The theme is cardiovascular blood flow analysis using 4D flow MRI, and we are working on evaluation of blood flow velocity such as valvular disease, evaluation of wall shear stress involved in aneurysm formation, and elucidation of energy efficiency of blood flow. ..
Masanori Miyauchi
Northwestern Herbert Y. Meltzer Lab
Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd