Professor Kanako Ishizuka is a faculty member at Nagoya Institute of Technology's Health Center, where she serves as Director of the Health Center and Head of the Disability Student Support Division. With a Doctor of Medicine from Nagoya University (2017), she specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry, clinical genetics, and special needs education. Her educational background includes: April 2014 - March 2017: Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine April 1998 - March 2004: Nagoya University, School of Medicine Professor Ishizuka's research focuses on genetic counseling, neurodevelopmental disorders, ADHD, gene-environment interactions, and special needs education. She applies informatics to life and health sciences, with particular expertise in medical technology assessment, genetics, psychiatry, and special needs education. Her work bridges clinical practice with research to improve understanding and treatment of developmental disorders. Her publication record demonstrates a strong focus on autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, depression assessment using AI technologies, and genetic factors in mental health. She has pioneered research in using machine learning algorithms for depression severity assessment and has conducted significant work on prescription patterns for psychiatric medications in Japanese populations. Her notable awards include: Nagoya Institute of Technology Staff Award (2023) 2017 International Conference Presentation Encouragement Award (2018) Nagoya University President's Award (2003) Professor Ishizuka has secured multiple research grants, including a Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists (2020-2025) for research on autism spectrum disorders originating from comorbid anxiety disorders. She also serves as Principal Investigator for several projects related to psychiatric disorders and genetic research. She actively contributes to various committees including the Aichi Prefectural Mental Health Review Board, the National University Health Management Association, and the Nagoya City Education Board's Bullying Countermeasures Discussion Committee. Her work extends to community service as a special needs education supervisor and advisor to various child development centers.
