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Graduate School of Horticulture, Chiba University
Associate ProfessorI extensively research the interactions between humans and living organisms, approaching the subject from evolutionary and ecological perspectives.
My research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including the rapid evolution of organisms in urban and agricultural environments, the integration of ICT in sustainable agriculture, and the study of evolutionary psychology and perspectives on nature.
Recent Topics of Interests:
I am interested in corporations’ initiatives towards biodiversity conservation.
Motto in Research or in Life:
“The most basic science is the most applied (Yoshiaki ITO, a Japanese biologist).”
Hobby / Holiday:
I like reading Science Fiction novels.
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.
Faculty of Education, Chiba University / Asia & ASEAN Center for Educational Research
ProfessorMy main research topic is “plant genetic resources,” including landraces and their wild relatives. I have conducted field surveys and characterization of the plant genetic resources for future conservation and utilization. For the field survey, various countries have been focused on, such as India, Nepal, and Malaysia.
In recent years, I have been working in the field of education and developing model lessons focusing on plant genetic resources with foreign collaborators. As the plant genetic resources, I am focusing on the crops which are familiar in Chiba and foreign countries.
Recent Topics of Interests:
To develop model lessons focusing on plant genetic resources, which are applicable not only to schools in Japan but also in foreign countries.
Motto in Research or in Life: With dreams, diligence, and modesty
Hobby / Holiday: To play Sumo wrestling (I was a member of the sumo club at university.)
Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chiba University
ProfessorMy research focuses on elucidating the molecular mechanisms by which plants produce a diverse range of compounds that can serve as medicines or poisons. By studying the genetic aspects of catalytic enzymes involved in substance production, regulatory factors, and proteins responsible for substance transport and self-resistance, I aim to shed light on the evolutionary pathways in this process.
Recent Topics of Interest: Relationship between biodiversity and human society: How should human society be in the order of the natural world, and what will happen in the future?
Motto in Research or in Life: A rolling stone gathers no moss.
Hobby / Holiday: Leisurely unwind and enjoy
