جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Video Processing
• Image Processing
• Signal Processing
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Takeshi Ikenaga is a Professor at Waseda University’s School of Fundamental Science and Engineering and Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems . He earned his Ph.D. in Information & Computer Science from Waseda University in 2001, following B.E. and M.E. degrees in Electrical Engineering (1988–1990). His career spans roles at NTT LSI Laboratories (1990–2002), Kitakyushu Foundation for Advancement of Industry, Science and Technology (FAIS) (1999–2002), and visiting researcher at the University of Massachusetts (1999–2000). Research Interests : Application-specific SoCs for video/image processing, including compression (H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC), filters (super-resolution, noise reduction), recognition systems (feature detection, object tracking), and communication (UWB, LDPC). He also works on many-core processor design, ultra-low-delay vision systems, and sports analytics (volleyball, figure skating) with real-time 3D pose estimation and ball tracking. Awards : Recipient of the Furukawa Sansui Award (Waseda University, 1988) IEICE Research Encouragement Award (1992) Multiple Best Paper/Presentation Awards (2006–2022) at conferences including DAC/ISSCC, LSI IP Design, ISOCC, ISPACS, and CVIT APSIPA Distinguished Lecturer Certificate (2015) Waseda University Presidential Teaching Award (2020)

• Perceptual information processing
• Computer Vision
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hiroshi Ishikawa is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. He also serves as a Visiting Professor at the National Institute of Informatics since 2016. Previously, he held positions at Nagoya City University from 2004-2010 as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. His academic journey includes being a JST PRESTO Researcher from 2009-2013 and an Associate Research Scientist at New York University's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences from 2000-2001. Ph.D. in Computer Science, New York University (2000) Master of Science, Kyoto University Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Kyoto University Faculty of Science (1991) Hiroshi Ishikawa's research spans perceptual information processing, computer vision, artificial intelligence, deep learning, and discrete optimization. His work focuses on developing algorithms for image restoration, segmentation, and understanding, with significant contributions to energy minimization techniques in computer vision. He has pioneered approaches in sketch simplification, medical image segmentation, and higher-order graph cuts. His research bridges theoretical advances in mathematical optimization with practical applications in medical imaging, computer graphics, and consumer electronics. Ishikawa's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on leveraging deep learning for image enhancement and understanding. His work spans super-resolution techniques, colorization methods, human avatar generation, and medical image analysis. A notable trend is the increasing integration of attention mechanisms and generative models to solve complex vision problems, with growing emphasis on real-world applications in medical imaging and computer graphics. His research group consistently produces high-impact work that appears in top-tier computer vision conferences. 75th Annual IEICE Best Paper Award (2019) Innovative Technologies 2016 Special Prize for Culture (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) MIRU Nagao Award (Best Paper Award) (2009) Young Author Award (IEEE Computer Society Japan Chapter, 2006) MIRU2006 Excellent Paper Award (2006) Harold Grad Memorial Prize (Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, NYU, 2000) As a professor at Waseda University, Ishikawa has mentored numerous students who have become active researchers in computer vision, including Yuya Masuda, Edgar Simo-Serra, and Satoshi Iizuka. His research has been supported by various grants, including JST PRESTO funding from 2009-2013. He has served on editorial boards for prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence and has held leadership roles in major computer vision conferences such as ICCV, CVPR, and ACCV. Ishikawa leads a vibrant research group at Waseda University focused on computer vision and image processing. His laboratory collaborates extensively with researchers at Nagoya City University, National Institute of Informatics, and international institutions. The group maintains strong connections with industry partners, particularly in medical imaging and consumer electronics sectors, translating theoretical advances into practical applications.

• Intelligent Robots
• Intelligent Information Processing
• Real-World Image Annotation and Retrieval
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HARADA Tatsuya is a Professor at the Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAS), University of Tokyo. His research focuses on intelligent robotics , real-world image processing , and human-informatics AI systems . Degree: PhD Research Themes: Harada investigates real-world intelligent information processing, fast image recognition and retrieval, and AI applications in pathology diagnostics. His work spans explainable AI systems for cancer analysis, tactile sensor integration for humanoid robots, and knowledge acquisition via dialog systems. Research Categories: His projects have been funded through multiple Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) grants, including Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (A/B/C) and Innovative Areas programs. Specific projects include "Explainable AI diagnostic system for breast cancer" (2020-2021) and "Behavior Capture Suit with Motion Sensors" (2010-2013). Scientific Awards & Grants: Recipient of competitive JSPS grants for interdisciplinary research bridging robotics, computer vision, and medical diagnostics.

• Multimedia Signal Processing
• Computer Networks
• Communication Engineering
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Jiro Katto is a Professor at Waseda University's School of Fundamental Science and Engineering, where he has been conducting research and teaching since 1999. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo and has established himself as a leading researcher in multimedia signal processing and computer networks. His academic journey includes positions as Associate Professor (1999-2004), Professor (2004-present), and Director at NEDO (2004-2008), along with research experience at NEC C&C Laboratories (1992-1999) and a Visiting Scholar position at Princeton University (1996-1997). Professor Katto's research interests focus on Multimedia Signal Processing and Computer Networks, with particular expertise in video compression, 5G network performance, and learned image compression techniques. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations, as evidenced by his extensive publications in top-tier conferences and journals. His research group has made significant contributions to point cloud compression, latency compensation in remote systems, and hardware-accelerated video encoding for UHD streaming. His publication record is impressive, with 276 papers cited 3,323 times in Scopus and 6,169 times in Google Scholar, reflecting his substantial impact in the field. His recent work shows a strong trend toward applying deep learning techniques to traditional signal processing problems, particularly in the areas of image and video compression, where his team has developed novel approaches to improve compression efficiency while reducing computational complexity. Electric Telecommunications Promotion Foundation Telecommunications System Technology Award (2023) Takayanagi Kenjiro Foundation Takayanagi Kenjiro Achievement Award (2020) Institute of Image Information and Television Engineers Fellow (2020) Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers Fellow (2015) IEICE Communications Society Activity Contribution Award (2006) IEICE Academic Encouragement Award (1995) SPIE VCIP 1991, Best Student Paper Award (1991) Professor Katto has served on numerous prestigious committees including IEEE ComSoC Tech News Editorial Board, IEEE Technical Program Committees for major conferences (Globecom, ICC, ICIP), and editorial boards for several academic journals. His leadership in the academic community extends to chairing conferences like IWAIT 2011 and serving as Editor-in-Chief for journals in his field. His research has practical applications in commercial 5G networks, video streaming services, and remote monitoring systems, demonstrating the real-world impact of his work.

• Data science
• Machine learning
• Business analytics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Masayuki Goto is a Professor in the Department of Industrial Systems Engineering, School of Creative Science and Engineering at Waseda University, Japan, where he has served since 2011. He earned his Doctor of Engineering from Waseda University and leads research integrating statistical science, machine learning, information theory and management engineering to solve business-analytics, marketing, AI ethics and industrial optimisation problems. Education: Doctor of Engineering, Waseda University Research Interests: His work spans data science, machine learning, business analytics, statistical learning theory, generative AI, deep neural networks, natural language processing, network analysis and information theory, with recent emphasis on trustworthy AI and synthetic data generation. Publication Trends: Over 2024-2025 his group has published extensively on deep learning for tabular data, vision-language models, recommender systems, causal inference and ethical AI, demonstrating a shift toward generative-AI-driven business analytics and interpretable models. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, CIE51 2024 Outstanding Paper Award, APIEMS 2023 Best Paper Award, APIEMS 2022 Best Paper Award, 20th ANQ Congress 2022 2022 PC Conference Best Paper Award Best Paper Award, JASMIN 2021 Best Paper Award, 19th ANQ Congress 2021 Encouragement Award, AAMSA 2021 IDR User Forum 2020 Enterprise & DBSJ Special Awards Best Paper Award, APIEMS 2019 Best Paper Award, ANQ Congress 2018 World CIST'18 Best Paper Award Best Paper Award, ANQ Congress 2017 JSPS Grant Review Commendation 2016 JIMA Distinguished Research Award 2015 Best Paper Award, Journal of JIMA 2015 IPSJ National Convention Best Paper Awards (2015 & 2012) Advising & Grants: He has mentored a large cohort of graduate students evidenced by co-authorship on over 100 recent papers. He has served as PI on numerous JSPS KAKENHI grants and industry projects focused on data-driven management, AI marketing and ethical AI frameworks. Labs & Teams: He heads the Goto Laboratory within the Waseda Institute for Advanced Study, leading interdisciplinary projects on business AI, data-ethics education and industrial optimisation.

• Homomorphic Encryption
• Big Data Analysis
• Database Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Hayato Yamana serves as Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering and concurrently holds the position of Vice President for IT Promotion and Chief Information Officer since October 2020. His academic journey began with a Dr. Eng. degree from Waseda University in 1993, followed by positions at the Electrotechnical Laboratory of MITI, before joining Waseda University as Associate Professor in 2000 and becoming full Professor in 2005. He has held significant leadership roles including Director of the Database Society of Japan and the Information Processing Society of Japan, as well as Vice Chair of IEICE's Information and Communication Society. Waseda University, Faculty of Science and Engineering (2005-Present) National Institute of Informatics, Visiting Professor (2005-Present) Waseda University, Vice President for IT Promotion (2020-Present) Deputy Chief Information Officer (2015-2020) His research spans homomorphic encryption, big data analysis, and computer architecture, with notable contributions in privacy-preserving computation, recommender systems, and secure data processing. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical applications in smart cities, healthcare, and e-commerce security. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on accelerating homomorphic encryption operations, improving recommendation system diversity, and developing novel authentication mechanisms. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent emphasis on privacy-preserving technologies (particularly homomorphic encryption applications), innovative recommender system architectures, and biometric security solutions. His research group produces highly cited work at the intersection of cryptography, machine learning, and systems security, with practical implementations in real-world scenarios including smart grids, e-commerce, and healthcare. Fellow, Information Processing Society of Japan (IPSJ), 2020 Golden Core Award, IEEE Computer Society, 2018 Fellow, Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers (IEICE), 2018 IBM Faculty Award, 2009 Multiple Best Paper Awards from IEICE, IPSJ, and ITE Yamana has secured substantial research funding for projects in homomorphic encryption, smart city infrastructure, and privacy-preserving systems. His leadership extends to advising numerous doctoral students and directing major research initiatives including the Smart Systems and Services Innovative Professional Education Program. He maintains active collaborations with industry partners through projects involving secure computation and data analytics. His research group operates at the forefront of secure computing, with specialized laboratories focused on homomorphic encryption acceleration, privacy-preserving machine learning, and secure mobile authentication. The team actively develops practical implementations of cryptographic protocols for real-world applications in healthcare, finance, and smart city infrastructure, bridging theoretical cryptography with deployable security solutions.

• Neural Networks
• Genetic Algorithms
• System Identification and Control
• +۷ مورد دیگر

FURUZUKI, Takayuki is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, Graduate School of Information, Production, and Systems. He holds a PhD from Kyushu Institute of Technology and maintains the NCLab research group (http://nclab.w.waseda.jp/nclab/). His professional memberships include the Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers, Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan, Society of Instrument and Control Engineers, and IEEE. His educational background includes a PhD in Information Science from Kyushu Institute of Technology (1994-1997), a Master's degree in Electronics Engineering from Sun Yat-Sen University (1983-1986), and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronic Systems Engineering from Sun Yat-Sen University (1979-1983). Professor FURUZUKI's research spans neural networks, genetic algorithms, system identification and control, complex systems, bioinformatics, and combinatorial optimization. His work integrates soft computing techniques with medical informatics and control systems engineering, developing innovative approaches for problems ranging from brain tumor segmentation to music information retrieval. His research methodology often combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in healthcare, energy systems, and intelligent transportation. His recent publication record shows a strong focus on sequential recommendation systems, graph neural networks for medical imaging, music information retrieval, and power systems analysis. The consistent thread across his work is the application of advanced machine learning techniques to solve complex, real-world problems across diverse domains, with particular emphasis on handling missing data, improving model efficiency, and enhancing prediction accuracy. His scientific achievements have been recognized with several prestigious awards: ISCIIA2008 Excellent Paper Award (2008) Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan Excellent Paper Award (2001) Guangdong Province Higher Education Science and Technology Progress Second Prize (1991) Guangdong Province Higher Education Science and Technology Progress Second Prize (1989) Chinese Ministry of Education Scientific and Technological Achievements Second Prize (1986) Professor FURUZUKI has maintained continuous research activity since joining Waseda University in 2003, with significant contributions to multiple research projects spanning neural computation, soft computing, and system engineering. His work demonstrates strong international collaboration, with publications involving researchers from various institutions worldwide. His research output includes over 410 papers with 3,623 citations and an h-index of 23 according to Scopus data. The NCLab research group, which he leads, focuses on neural computation and related areas, providing a platform for interdisciplinary research that bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in healthcare, energy systems, and intelligent transportation. His laboratory environment fosters innovation in machine learning algorithms and their application to real-world problems, with particular emphasis on developing efficient, robust solutions for complex data analysis tasks.

• Biomaterials
• Biomedical Engineering
• Non-clinical testing methodology for Medical Devices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Kiyotaka Iwasaki at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering is a leading figure in biomedical engineering with a focus on cardiovascular device development , tissue engineering , and regulatory science . His career spans over two decades at Waseda University, including roles as Associate Professor (2006-2014) and positions at Harvard Medical School's Laboratory for Tissue Engineering. Holding a Doctor of Engineering from Waseda, he serves on numerous international regulatory committees and has contributed to ISO/TC194 standards for medical devices. 1993-2002: Waseda University Education in Mechanical Engineering 2001-2004: Research Associate at Waseda University 2004: Research Scientist at Harvard Medical School 2018-Present: Professor at Waseda University His research interests include Non-clinical testing methodologies for medical devices Regulatory science frameworks Tissue engineering for ligament and cardiac applications Cardiovascular biomedical engineering His scientific contributions reveal through Development of decellularized tissue grafts for orthopaedic surgery Innovations in 3D cardiac tissue engineering using fibrin-based cell sheet stacking Pioneering bioresorbable stent technology with magnesium alloys Creation of biomechanical simulators for valvular disease modeling His awards span from the 2021 Japanese Ministerial Science Commendation 2020 JSME Standards Award 2018 ARIA Innovation Award 2001 ASAIO Fellowship While his publications demonstrate expertise in Vascular and cardiac device testing Bioresorbable stent evaluation Machine learning in medical device regulation Decellularized tissue applications

• Information Access
• Information Retrieval
• Natural Language Processing
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Tetsuya Sakai is a Professor at the School of Fundamental Science and Engineering within Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. His work focuses on information access, retrieval, and natural language processing, with a particular emphasis on evaluation frameworks for search systems. Affiliations: Waseda University (Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Fundamental Science and Engineering) Academic Rank: Professor Research Interests : Dr. Sakai's research spans four key areas: (1) Information Access —designing systems for direct and immediate information delivery, (2) Search Evaluation —developing metrics like Height-Biased Gain and hierarchical intent-based diversity measures, (3) Fairness in IR —pioneering frameworks for group fairness in conversational search, and (4) Statistical Reform —advocating Bayesian methods and robust experimental design. His work also addresses privacy inconsistencies in mobile apps and cognitive biases in LLMs. Scientific Awards : Notable recognitions include induction into the SIGIR Academy (2023) , ACM Distinguished Member (2018) , ACM Senior Member (2016) , and multiple DEIM/FIT/CSS Best Paper Awards . He has received teaching honors like the Waseda Presidential Teaching Award (2016) and WASEDA e-Teaching Award (2018) . Article Trends : Recent publications highlight: Advancements in LLM-assisted relevance assessments and hallucination diagnostics for tool-augmented models Conversational search fairness through multi-level evaluation frameworks and group diversity metrics Innovations in 3D medical reconstruction from clinical data and multimodal uncertainty modeling Statistical rigor via randomization tests , credible intervals , and topic set design Privacy analysis in mobile app descriptions and cognitive bias studies in search interaction

Masatoshi Okutomiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Imaging
• Computer Vision
• Deep Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Masatoshi Okutomi is affiliated with the Department of Systems and Control Engineering at the School of Engineering, Institute of Science Tokyo. His research focuses on advanced medical imaging techniques, particularly in endoscopy and 3D reconstruction, leveraging deep learning and neural networks. Key interests include virtual chromoendoscopy for cancer detection, image restoration, and stereo matching under challenging conditions. His work bridges computer vision and healthcare, addressing real-world applications such as MRI reconstruction and foggy stereo matching. Notable contributions include developing lightweight medical segmentation networks for edge devices and advancing neural radiance fields (NeRF) for novel view synthesis. His research spans diverse domains: from improving video quality assessment to enhancing object detection in high-dynamic-range images. Collaborative projects emphasize practical solutions for medical diagnostics and robust image processing in adverse environments. Recent articles highlight advancements in temporally-consistent video restoration, few-shot view synthesis, and degraded image classification using knowledge distillation. These innovations underscore his commitment to pushing boundaries in both theoretical computer vision and applied medical technology.

• Human–robot interaction
• Spoken language processing
• Image and audio processing
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Tetsunori Kobayashi is a Professor in the School of Fundamental Science and Engineering at Waseda University, Japan, where he has served since 1997. He is renowned for pioneering research in human–robot interaction, spoken language processing, and multimodal conversational systems, leading to over 230 refereed papers and an h-index of 35 (Google Scholar). Education: 1980 B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering, Waseda University 1982 M.Eng. and 1985 Dr.Eng. from Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Waseda University Research Interests: His work spans intelligent robotics , perceptual information processing , pattern recognition , image and audio processing , and conversational AI . He develops algorithms for real-time dialogue systems, multi-party conversation facilitation robots, and non-autoregressive speech recognition leveraging CTC and pre-trained language models. Recent Publication Trends: Since 2020 his group has advanced non-autoregressive end-to-end ASR (Mask-CTC, Intermpl, BECTRA), noise-robust attention , multi-look-ahead conversational ASR , and neural speaker diarization . They integrate BERT-style pre-training with CTC losses to accelerate inference while maintaining accuracy. Parallel work explores vision-and-language topics such as scene-graph generation, video semantic indexing, and personalized summarization for spoken news delivery. Scientific Awards: IEICE Fellow 2023 – for multi-modal multi-party conversation research IPSJ Fellow 2016 – for pioneering robot conversation studies JST Award for Academic Start-ups 2024 Best Paper Awards from IEICE, IEEE BTAS, ACM SIGGRAPH VRCAI, and several IPSJ workshop prizes Advising & Grants: He has mentored dozens of PhD and Master’s students who now lead in academia and industry. Major funded projects include JST CREST on conversational robotics, NEDO and JST-support for AI-based speech interfaces, and industry collaborations with NHK, OKI, and NEC. Labs & Teams: Kobayashi heads the Perceptual Computing Laboratory at Waseda, conducting interdisciplinary research with domestic and international partners such as MIT, ATR, and NHK Science & Technology Labs.

• Internal Combustion Engine
• Fuel cell
• Battery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jin Kusaka is a distinguished faculty member at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering and Graduate School of Environment and Energy Engineering. With a Doctor of Engineering degree from Waseda University, he has established himself as a leading researcher in thermal engineering, particularly in the fields of internal combustion engines, fuel cells, batteries, and catalysts. His research interests span across several critical areas of modern energy systems: Internal Combustion Engine technologies for improved efficiency and reduced emissions Fuel cell development and optimization Battery thermal management systems for electric vehicles Catalyst design and performance enhancement for emission control Waste heat recovery systems using thermoelectric generators Alternative and synthetic fuels for decarbonization of transportation Professor Kusaka's extensive publication record (179 papers with 2,548 Google Scholar citations and an h-index of 23) demonstrates his significant contributions to the field. His recent research focuses on cutting-edge topics including battery thermal management under various driving conditions, thermoelectric waste heat recovery systems for natural gas engines, machine learning applications for engine control systems, and advanced combustion strategies for alternative fuels. His work bridges fundamental research with practical automotive applications, addressing critical challenges in energy efficiency and emission reduction. His notable scientific achievements have been recognized through several prestigious awards: JSAE Oral Presentation Award (October 2005) SAE SETC 2003 Paper Award (October 2003) JSAE Asahara Memorial Award (2001.05) Professor Kusaka is an active member of several professional societies including The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineering, Combustion Society of Japan, and The Society of Automotive Engineers, reflecting his commitment to advancing engineering knowledge and practice. His research group appears to be highly productive, with numerous publications featuring collaborations with researchers like Ratnak Sok, who frequently appears as first author on papers with Professor Kusaka as corresponding author.

• Computer Vision
• 3D Reconstruction
• Perceptual Information Processing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

SATO Jun holds the position of Professor at the Department of Information Engineering (メディア情報分野) within the Faculty of Engineering at Nagoya Institute of Technology. He received his Ph.D. in Information Engineering from the University of Cambridge (1993–1996) and previously served as a Research Assistant at Cambridge (1996–1998). His research focuses on perceptual information processing and intelligent informatics, with specializations in computer vision, 3D reconstruction, and optical engineering applications. He has authored influential books like Computer Vision - Geometry of Vision (1999) and Computer Graphics (2017), and contributed to international publications such as Springer's Computer Vision: A Reference Guide (2020). Key professional roles include serving as President of the IEEE Nagoya Branch since 2023, Associate Editor of the International Journal of Computer Vision (Springer, 2010–present), and committee member for various organizations including Japan's Ministry of Education (2015–present) and the Nagoya City Business Potential Evaluation Committee (2008–2015). He has been recognized with prestigious awards including the BMVC Best Science Paper Prize (1994, 1997) and ITE Niwa-Takayanagi Prize (2015). His research extends to industrial collaborations, evidenced by patents like the "3D Information Presentation Device" (2014–2017) and "Position Detecting Device" (2016–2019). Recent work emphasizes applications in automotive safety, occluded object reconstruction, and novel imaging systems using advanced optical configurations and neural networks.

• Ancient Roman History
• Cultural Memory
• Epigraphy
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Dr. Yuko Fukuyama is an Associate Professor at Waseda University's School of International Liberal Studies since 2022, with additional appointments at Università degli Studi di Firenze (2023). Her research focuses on Ancient Roman History and Cultural Memory in Mediterranean and Japanese contexts.

• Food sciences
• Functional food chemistry
• Bioorganic chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yoichi Nakao is a Professor at the School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University, specializing in natural products chemistry, chemical biology, and functional food chemistry. His research focuses on marine natural products, stem cell differentiation, and epigenetics, with significant contributions to understanding how natural compounds affect cellular processes. Dr. Nakao earned his Doctor of Agriculture from the University of Tokyo. His educational background includes undergraduate, master's, and doctoral studies all completed at the University of Tokyo between 1985 and 1994, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Hawai'i Department of Chemistry from 1994-1996. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a particular emphasis on identifying bioactive compounds from natural sources. Nakao's work explores how marine organisms and traditional food sources produce compounds that influence stem cell differentiation, particularly neural stem cells into astrocytes, and how these processes relate to neurodegenerative diseases and depression. His laboratory investigates epigenetic modifications induced by environmental chemicals and natural products, with implications for developmental toxicology and disease prevention. A significant portion of his recent work focuses on sustainable applications, including serum-free cell culture systems using algal extracts for cultured meat production and regenerative medicine. Analysis of Nakao's recent publications reveals a strong focus on marine natural products chemistry, with numerous discoveries of novel compounds from sponges, cyanobacteria, and other marine organisms. His research increasingly integrates chemical biology approaches with stem cell technology, particularly using induced pluripotent stem cells to study epigenetic changes. There's also a growing emphasis on sustainable biotechnology applications, especially in developing alternatives to animal serum for cell culture, which has significant implications for cultured meat production and regenerative medicine. Dr. Nakao serves in various professional capacities, including as a committee member for the Natural Products Discussion Group (2011-present), the Japanese Society of Chemical Biology (2010-present), and the Chemical Ecology Research Group (2007-present). He is an active member of numerous professional societies including the American Chemical Society, Japanese Bioinformatics Society, and Japanese Society of Chemistry. His laboratory maintains active collaborations across multiple disciplines, working with researchers in microbiology, parasitology, and biomedical engineering. Current research directions include developing chemical probes for target identification, studying microbial interactions in marine environments, and exploring the therapeutic potential of natural compounds for neurological disorders and infectious diseases.