Development of a Pharmaceutical Protein Production Technology Using Transgenic Rice
In this proposal, we aim to develop production technologies for antibody therapeutics and vaccine proteins using transgenic rice. Specifically, we will generate transgenic rice lines that express antibody drugs and a malaria vaccine protein in the rice endosperm, and evaluate whether these proteins are suitable for pharmaceutical use in terms of functionality and quality. In […]
Development of a Millimeter‑Wave Non‑Destructive Inspection System for Wood Materials
In this research, we aim to visualize internal information of materials using electromagnetic wave analysis technologies, thereby reducing the complexity of manufacturing processes and material losses that have long been considered unavoidable in the manufacturing industry, and ultimately contributing to the realization of a sustainable society. In the case of wood materials, internal properties cannot […]
Development of an Integrated Coastal Monitoring System for Sustainable Fisheries
To realize sustainable fisheries, we are developing an integrated coastal monitoring and data analytics system that covers both terrestrial and marine domains. Through this research, we aim to elucidate how terrestrial economic activities—including agriculture and industry—as well as meteorological conditions, interact with and influence marine fisheries. By clarifying these land–sea interactions, the project seeks to […]
Development of an Upcycling Cultivation Method Using Koji Mold to Enable Efficient Production of Functional Alternative Meat
As a response to the environmental crisis and food security challenges, we are advancing the development of novel alternative meat ingredients derived from koji mold biomass. To reduce cultivation costs and promote resource circularity, we are investigating efficient cultivation methods that utilize food by‑products such as sake lees. Through this development, we aim to realize […]
Development of a Fleet Network System Using VDES
In fisheries that operate in vessel fleets, effective information sharing significantly improves operational efficiency. In offshore areas where internet connectivity is unavailable, communication still relies primarily on voice radio, highlighting the need for a more efficient alternative. In this project, we are developing a fleet networking technology based on VDES, a next‑generation maritime digital communication […]
Development of a High‑Efficiency, Multi‑Task Direct Seeding Machine to Accommodate Expanding Cultivated Areas
As the agricultural workforce continues to decline, farmland is becoming increasingly large‑scale, making highly efficient farming operations with fewer workers essential. In particular, seeding operations, which impose a heavy labor burden, require significant efficiency improvements. With the cooperation of the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO), we are developing a direct seeding machine that […]
Improving the Efficiency of Forest Resource Assessment Using a Forest Vegetation Classification AI with Rapid Training Image Generation
By extending and improving the “Fragmented Image Method,” which enables rapid creation of training images, we will build forest vegetation classification AI models with less than one‑tenth of the labor time required by conventional AI approaches. This significant cost reduction will bring innovation to forestry sites where AI adoption has previously been limited. By enabling […]
Research and Development of Artificial Antimicrobial Enzymes for Animals to Reduce the Risk of Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial enzymes are bactericidal agents that kill bacteria by disrupting the bacterial cell wall, and are expected to be socially implemented as alternatives to conventional antibiotics. In this research project, aiming to create innovation in the veterinary antimicrobial market, we will develop technologies for generating high‑performance artificial antimicrobial enzymes using data science and synthetic biology […]
Development of a Bud- and Leaf-Harvesting End Effector Capable of Simultaneous Generation of High-Fidelity Plant Digital Twins
Leaf harvesting and leaf–bud pruning account for a substantial portion of labor time in plant production, creating a strong demand for automation. However, the diverse and complex shapes of leaves make fully automated robotic operation technically challenging. In this study, we will develop an end effector that enables robotic leaf and bud sampling by simultaneously […]
Establishment of a Foundational Program for the Development of Classical Swine Fever–Resistant Pigs
In Japan, classical swine fever (CSF) continues to occur, and even vaccination—the most effective countermeasure—has not been sufficient to halt its spread. Outbreaks of CSF cause severe economic losses and lead to instability in pork supply, underscoring the urgent need for more effective solutions. In this proposal, our ultimate goal is to create and commercialize […]
