Long-Term Storage and Quality Improvement of Sweet Potatoes Enabled by Plasma Sterilization Technology — New Perspectives on Export Expansion and Food Security
In this research, we aim to extend the storage and distribution periods of fresh produce, such as sweet potatoes, by developing freshness-preservation technologies based on plasma sterilization. The project focuses on the miniaturization and optimal design of the equipment, as well as on elucidating the mechanisms underlying freshness preservation, followed by demonstration trials. Through these […]
Microbial Fermentation Production of Rare Plant-Derived Compounds through Synthetic Biology
Plant-derived secondary metabolites exhibit a wide range of biological activities; however, their natural abundance in plant tissues is generally low, and many have not yet been commercialized. We aim to establish a platform for the efficient production of these rare plant-derived compounds using microbial fermentation technologies. Cost-effective production through microorganisms is expected to expand the […]
Commercialization of Terephthalic Acid and Polyester Production Technologies from Unused Biomass Resources for the Revitalization of Agriculture and Forestry
Terephthalic acid, which is currently produced from fossil resources through chemical processes and widely used as a raw material for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and related products, is targeted for production via biological processes using unused biomass resources generated in rural areas. The social implementation of this technology is expected to promote the effective utilization of […]
Development of Pest, Disease, and Weed Diagnostic Technologies for the Commercialization of the Plant Hospital®
Approximately 42% of global total food production is lost due to plant diseases, insect pests, and weeds. In addition, recent trends such as global warming and increasing globalization have raised concerns about the emergence and spread of transboundary crop pests and diseases. To address these challenges, we aim to commercialize a startup, the NARO Plant […]
Establishment of a High Value-Added Land-Based Aquaculture System Utilizing Water Purification Technology with Microalgae
Using the water purification method employing microalgae developed as an outcome of Phase 1, this project aims to develop an environmentally low-impact land-based aquaculture system with low running costs. The research activities include: (1) the construction of a high-performance water quality maintenance system, (2) the development of a cloud-based monitoring system, and (3) the establishment […]
Research and Development of High-Performance Biochar that Enables Both Carbon Sequestration in Farmland and Conversion to Organic-Certified Agriculture
In the development of high-performance biochar that simultaneously enables carbon sequestration in farmland and conversion to land suitable for organic farming, this project builds on the microbial consortia selected in Phase 0. We will improve the physical form of the biochar for large-scale application (e.g., evaluating pelletization) and validate application methods assuming mass deployment (e.g., […]
Creation of the World’s Only Aquaculture Fish “Kaiji” through Advanced Germline Stem Cell Manipulation Technologies
Using Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology’s proprietary “surrogate broodstock technology,” we aim to achieve the social implementation of “Kaiji,” a hybrid fish whose parents are both highly palatable and rare species. In this phase, we will advance the development of commercial-scale aquaculture technologies and conduct comprehensive evaluations of aquaculture suitability. Through social implementation […]
One Health Care Food Business Based on Immunobiotics
Leveraging one of Japan’s largest NARO lactic acid bacteria collections, we provide tailored probiotic strains that best fit specific animal species and individual needs. We adopt a personalized approach based on each user’s characteristics and healthcare data, and address societal challenges—such as population aging and animal welfare—from a broad One Health perspective spanning humans, livestock, […]
Development of Core Devices to Enable a GHG Reduction Consulting Business for Zero-Emission Agriculture
To enable Scope 3–level GHG visibility, agricultural producers within the supply chain also need credible, on-the-ground decarbonization “evidence” that can be measured, verified, and communicated. In this project, we will establish a scheme to implement and validate farming systems designed around new GHG reduction methods. We will support motivated farmers who aim to contribute to […]
Development of an Early Diagnosis Technology for Mastitis Using Automated Gram Staining and Microbial Identification AI
We will conduct research and development and demonstration trials of an early diagnostic technology for bovine mastitis by leveraging the microbial inference AI technology developed by Curagen Co., Ltd. Through this project, we aim to develop a technology that enables simpler and faster identification of mastitis‑causing pathogens compared with conventional methods. This will help reduce […]
