Creation of Molecular Targeted Herbicides Effective Against Herbicide-Resistant Weeds
In recent years, the problem of herbicide-resistant weeds resulting from long-term herbicide use has become increasingly serious, necessitating the development of novel agrochemicals effective against resistant weeds. The new agrochemicals will be molecularly targeted herbicides that inhibit metabolic enzymes involved in amino acid biosynthesis. We will develop novel compounds identified through structure-based agrochemical discovery methods […]
Development of a Sensor for Macro-Scale, Real-Time Quantification of Crop Transpiration
Crop transpiration is a key physiological indicator of plant status. In Phase 0, we developed a sensor technology capable of quantifying crop transpiration in real time at the greenhouse scale. To advance this achievement toward advanced environmental control, this project will conduct research and development on the relationships among evapotranspiration, environmental factors, and crop growth […]
Development of Genome Editing Technologies for Precise Control of Gene Expression Driven by AI
Genome editing technologies enable the rapid creation of new varieties, and in recent years there has been growing demand for diverse approaches beyond gene knockout–based methods, including genome editing techniques that increase or decrease gene expression levels. In response, we set a goal to establish genome editing technologies that induce desired changes in gene expression […]
Development of a Novel Biostimulant Product Utilizing Methanol-Utilizing Bacteria
Global warming is causing declines in crop yield and quality, threatening the stability of agricultural production and supply systems. At the same time, the global push toward decarbonization is driving the reduction of production inputs such as chemical fertilizers. Against this backdrop, biostimulant (BS) products are attracting attention as a promising solution to address both […]
Feasibility Study on Commercializing Marine Thraustochytrids Cultivated from Industrial Waste as Alternative Aquaculture Feed Ingredients to Fishmeal and Fish Oil
Aquaculture feeds are currently dependent on fishmeal and fish oil as their primary ingredients, creating a fundamental dilemma: producing a small amount of high-value farmed fish by consuming large quantities of low-cost wild fish. To address this challenge, our project aims to eliminate reliance on fishmeal and fish oil by utilizing marine thraustochytrids as both […]
Commercialization of a Next-Generation Antibody Development Platform Enabled by Underutilized Shark Resources and Land-Based Rearing Technologies
VNAR antibodies, the smallest antibodies derived from sharks, represent a next-generation antibody modality characterized by high engineering flexibility and plasticity, as well as low-cost production. By utilizing small sharks from underutilized marine resources, we aim to generate high-value VNAR antibodies. We plan to establish a startup company that provides the “Fukabody Platform”. With support from […]
Development of Navigation, Mooring, and Feeding Modules for Autonomous Robotic Fishing Vessels
Reducing labor associated with feeding operations in marine fish aquaculture is an urgent challenge. There is strong demand for the practical deployment of robotic fishing vessels capable of automated feeding. Key functions of such vessels include automatic berthing and mooring at fish cages. In SBIR Phase 3, we will develop a robotic vessel module that […]
Development of Potato Cyst Nematode–Resistant Tomato Varieties and Production of Decoy-Based Pesticides
Potato cyst nematodes (PCN) cause severe damage to solanaceous crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplants worldwide; however, no effective and sustainable solution has yet been established. We identified a putative biosynthetic intermediate of solanoeclepin A, a hatching stimulant secreted from the roots of solanaceous plants, and demonstrated its hatching-inducing activity, thereby opening a new […]
Development of a Business Model for Health Realization through Self-Care–Based Personalized Nutrition Optimization
Personalized nutrition optimization technologies have been established, and the health benefits of AI-based personalized meals, in which nutrition is tailored to improve individual physical conditions, have already been demonstrated. Wellnas has developed the AI-driven meal recommendation service “NEWTRISH”; however, because it primarily focuses on menu suggestions for home cooking, continued use can be challenging for […]
Smart Agriculture Implementation Support Service
We are developing a farm management planning support system that proposes tailor-made management improvement strategies based on smart agriculture management indicators derived from technical and operational data collected through smart agriculture demonstration farms. Through pilot implementation as a consulting service for large-scale agricultural corporations, we are enhancing customer satisfaction and expanding our client base. We […]
