Integrated Health Risk Research Section
Outline of Research
Our research focuses on the development of methods for measuring the properties of atmospheric particulate matter of nanometer to micrometer sizes, such as microplastics and PM2.5, and the development of in vitro and in vivo systems to evaluate the impacts of atmospheric particulate matter on respiratory/cardiovascular organs on present and future generations.
We have also focused on reproductive tissues, including germ cells, which atmospheric particulate matter directly or indirectly affect.
We search for biological markers, such as the dynamics of germ cell organelles, by taking advantage of genetic engineering and microscopic technologies.
Members
KOIKE Eiko
Deputy Director, Head (additional post)
Research Subject
Studies on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of the effects of environmental chemicals on inflammatory disease
FUJITANI Yuji
Chief Senior Researcher
Research Subject
Determination of physical and chemical properties of airborne nanoparticles associated with toxicity
UDAGAWA Osamu
Senior Researcher
Research Subject
Analysis of the effect of inorganic arsenite on reproductive function
KAYABA Satoko
Research Associate
Research Subject
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