Life Science Research Group
Message
Our group's mission is to provide richer lives through bio-manufacturing by pioneering new medical treatments and contributing to a healthy, long-lived society. We develop innovative medical solutions using our patented porous substrate for cell culture. Furthermore, we are committed to eco-friendly manufacturing practices and actively contribute to the development of a sustainable society.
Kayoko Semura
Group Manager
Life Science Research Group
Future Tech Laboratory
Group Initiatives
3D Cell Culture System Using Porous Polyimide Membrane
We are advancing research and development in innovative cell culture processes that utilize our proprietary 3D culture substrate (porous polyimide membrane), enabling long-term stable culture and overcoming the limitations of traditional planar or suspension culture methods.
Examples of Cultured Cell Types
Example of Regenerative Medicine Research
- Cartilage Tissue Formation -
We discovered that culturing chondrocytes under stirred conditions on the module composed of stacked porous polyimide membranes provides appropriate mechanical stimuli to the cells, controlling their metabolism and promoting the formation of cartilage tissue (patent pending).
Microbial Utilization Technology
We are developing industrial microorganisms (smart cells) capable of producing target compounds (raw materials for valuable chemical products) by harnessing biotechnology and digital technology. At the same time, we are advancing bioprocess development, including cultivation techniques.
