Member
Hirohide Saito
Born in Osaka. I played volleyball from junior high school through college and still enjoy watching volleyball matches. I also enjoy running from time to time. Our research purpose is advancing RNA, RNA-X synthetic biology, and biotechnology research! We are currently looking for new members to expand our group, so if you're interested in our research, please get in touch with us!
- Institute for Quantitative Biosciences (IQB) Laboratory of RNP Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology Professor
- Department of Bioengineering School of Engineering Professor
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Professor
- Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology, Graduate School of Medicine Professor
Members Introduction
Lecturer
Tatsuyuki Yoshi
I am looking to create new functional RNA and useful molecules through chemical synthesis and evolutionary molecular engineering. One of my favorite food is soft candies.
Research Associate
Seiichi Hirano
I have been working in the structural biology of CRISPR-Cas for nine years. My hobby is exploring delightful ramen restaurants.
Research Associate
Hiroki Ono
Born in Okayama. I am conducting research on small RNA and hematopoietic stem cells.
Project Research Associate
Shunsuke Sumi
I am interested in RNA synthetic biology using bioinformatics. Let’s do exciting research together!
Senior Technical Specialist
Yuko Maeyama
After working in the fields of neurobiology and RNA function, I came to the Saito laboratory. I am responsible for research support and also manage key administrative duties at our institute.
Graduate Student(D1)
Fumiya Ito
I would like to create RNA molecules that have never existed in the world before through experimental evolution.
Graduate Student(M2)
Itsuki Abe
Born in Miyagi. I came from Kyoto University. I am interested in directed evolution and the construction of gene regulation systems! On holidays, I enjoy diving in the sea and climbing mountains!
Graduate Student(M1)
Yuki Hada
Born in Okayama. I am interested in development of ribozymes and the origin of life. My hobby is watching anime and programming.
Secretary
Mitsuki Otsuki
Born in Osaka. I have one child. My hobby is learning Italian, and I studied history in university. I always get excited when I hear about research!