Research Facilities
Introduction to the research facilities of the Health and Environmental Risk Division.
Environmental Risk Research Laboratory
This is a comprehensive research facility that plays a central role in research and studies on environmental risks. It has experimental facilities for a freshwater environment, a seawater environment, and chemical analysis, and conducts research on ecological impact assessments, health impact assessments, and exposure assessments.
Micro-nanoparticle Research Laboratory
In the Micro-nanoparticle Research Laboratory we investigate the physical and chemical properties of anthropogenic aerosols, such as atmospherically-aged aerosols and microplastics, from ultrafine particles to micro-sized particles. We also use inhalation chambers and exposure in vitro to examine the health effects of particulate matter.
Animal Experimental Research Laboratory
To clarify the effects of environmental factors on human health, this research laboratory uses animal models and alternative methods, in compliance with ethical guidelines for the use of animals, to conduct studies on the health hazards of various environmental factors, including chemical contaminants.
Environmental Health Research Laboratory
The Environmental Health Research Laboratory includes a variety of facilities to evaluate pollution effects on community health through epidemiological studies on humans and experimental studies on animals to evaluate the effects of environmental pollutants.
Aquatron
The Aquatron is a research laboratory consisting of thermostatic chambers, a continuous flow through system, and an aquarium to breed and culture various aquatic organisms such as fishes and crustaceans for use in ecotoxicity testing and to distribute to other research companies and institutes, universities, and schools.
Long-term Storage Facility of Environmental Samples and Genetic Resources
This Facility is for long-term storage of environmental samples. To develop an intellectual foundation for environmental research, it plays a role in long-term storage of biological samples, including cells of endangered wildlife, and environmental samples, such as atmospheric dust.
Fundamental Instruments for Measurement and Analysis/ Chemical Hazard Laboratories（Research buildings）
The Fundamental Instruments for Measurement and Analysis (FIMA) unit facilitates general analysis within the institute. Chemical hazard laboratories, which allow experiments with highly toxic chemicals, such as dioxins, to be safely used.
