The Institute of Brain Science was established in October 2019 to promote basic research in the field of neuroscience. In addition to elucidating the developmental mechanisms and functions of neurons and neural circuits, we are working on elucidating the pathology and etiology of various neurological diseases, studying diagnostic and preventive methods, and developing therapeutic methods such as drug discovery and regenerative medicine. Through multidisciplinary and high-level neuroscience research at the molecular, cellular, and individual levels, we aim to overcome aging brain diseases such as dementia and stroke, which are increasing in our super-aging society, as well as brain tumors and neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders, which are of great social concern.
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Astrocyte activation in the olfactory bulb results in blood flow increases. Published in Molecular Brain 17:52 (2024).
2024/09/02
Dr. Mami Matsumoto (Sawamoto Lab) won the NEURO2024 Excellence Award for the Training Session for Early-Career Scientists.
2024/09/02
Asst. Prof. Chikako Nakajima working with Prof. Kazunobu Sawamoto has been awarded the 8th Bioindustry incentive prize by Japan Bioindustry Association.
2024/07/30
Neuronal migration depends on blood flow in the adult brain. Published in eLife 99502.1 (2024).
2024/07/17
Chemogenetic activation of histamine neurons promotes retrieval of apparently lost memories. Published in Molecular Brain.
2024/06/20
Identification of key regulator genes for pediatric brain tumor progression
2024/06/04
