Ehime University Biological Science Encouragement Award
The Ehime University Award for Young Scientists in Biological Sciences was established in 2028 with a donation from Professor Satoshi Suzuki of the Center for Coastal Environmental Sciences (now Professor Emeritus) to the Ehime University Young Researcher Support Fund to “encourage young researchers who are conducting original research in the field of biological sciences. The recipient of the award will receive an incentive grant of 100,000 yen or other funds to cover research expenses.
Recruitment details for 2024
*Recruitment for the 2024 academic year has ended.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who are under 40 years old as of March 31, 2025, and who meet one of the following criteria, and who are expected to develop as researchers in the future
(1) Those who are enrolled in a doctoral course at the graduate school of Ehime University (however, only the latter term if the course is a classified system)
(2) Those who are employed by Ehime University (regardless of full-time or part-time)
(3) Individuals who have graduated (completed) from Ehime University and are currently employed by an organization outside the university.
Application Period
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 – Tuesday, August 20, 2024 (must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m.)
2024 Selection Results
As a result of rigorous screening by the Selection Committee, we are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 awards as follows.
1. award winners
Department of Blood Transfusion and Cell Therapy, School of Medicine, Ehime University
Assistant Professor Tatsuya Konishi
Kobe University Research Center for Advanced Biotechnology
Project Associate Professor Hirokazu Takeda
Reasons for selection
Mr. Tatsuya Konishi
In the last 5 years, he has published 21 original papers in English (including 4 papers with IF 5 or more), 9 of which he was the first author, including one in Blood (IF 20.3) and one in Cancer Science (IF 6.5).
His research concept involves an important basic technology that will contribute to the development of drugs for the treatment of graft-versus-host disease after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, an important complication that significantly affects the prognosis of hematopoietic tumors, and aims to realize selective immunosuppression in the intestinal tract, which cannot be achieved with existing systemic immunosuppression technology. The results of this research are also expected to contribute to the development of other immunosuppressive diseases. Furthermore, the research results have a high potential to be applied to other immunological diseases, and are expected to have a large ripple effect on society.
The research results are also expected to have a significant ripple effect on society.
Mr. Hiroho Takeda
He has published three original papers in English (all with IF 5 or more), including two as first author, one in Nature Structural and Molecular Biology (IF 18.4) and one in Nature (IF 69.5), in the last five years. (IF18.4) and Nature (IF69.5), respectively.
His research concept involves the elaborate transport system within the organ of proteins that support mitochondrial function, This is a very original and high-level work that clarifies the detailed mechanism of protein membrane insertion by the translocator sorting and assembly machinery (SAM) complex at the molecular level. Furthermore, the results of his research have led to the elucidation of new functions of the SAM complex in combination with other complexes, and he is expected to continue to produce world-class results.
He is actively involved in presentations at international conferences, and his international activities are fully expected along with the development of his research in the future.
Selection Committee Members
Taro Kishida, Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Takeaki Okamoto, Professor, Faculty of Education
Katsura Nomiyama, Associate Professor, Center for Coastal Environmental Science, School of Advanced Studies
Recruitment details for FY2023
*Recruitment for FY2023 has ended.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who are under 40 years old as of March 31, 2024, and who meet one of the following criteria, and who are expected to develop as a researcher in the future
(1) Those who are enrolled in a doctoral course at the Graduate School of Ehime University (however, only the latter term of the course if it is a classified system)
(2) Those who are employed by Ehime University (regardless of full-time or part-time)
(3) Individuals who have graduated (completed) from Ehime University and are currently employed by an organization outside the university.
Application Period
Monday, June 19, 2023 – Friday, August 25, 2023 (must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m.)
2023 Selection Results
As a result of rigorous screening by the Selection Committee, we are pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 awards as follows.
1. award winners
Ehime University Organization for the Promotion of Advanced Research and Academics
Academic Support Center, Division of Medical Science Research Support
Lecturer Hogaku Saeki
Reasons for selection
In the last 5 years, he has published 10 original papers in English (4 with IF 5 or more), including one each in the Journal of Clinical Investigation and Cell Communication And Signaling (both with IF 5 or more) as the first author. The research concept has been unknown for a long time.
His research concept is very original and of a high level, aiming to elucidate the sex-specific mechanisms of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and systemic scleroderma, which have been unknown for a long time, by focusing on the functional analysis of sex hormone receptors expressed on macrophages. Furthermore, the results of this research are expected to have a significant ripple effect on society, such as the development of innovative drug discovery or tailor-made treatment and prevention methods that can be commonly applied to autoimmune diseases.
He is also actively involved in presentations at international conferences, and his international activities are fully expected along with the development of his research in the future.
Selection Committee Members
Taro Kishida Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Tsuyoshi Asahi Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering (Engineering)
Recruitment details for FY2022
* Recruitment for FY2022 has been closed.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who fall into one of the following categories, who are under 40 years of age as of March 31, 2023, and who can be expected to develop as researchers in the future.
(1) Those who are currently enrolled in a doctoral course at the graduate school of Ehime University (however, in the case of a classified system, only the latter half of the course is eligible).
(2) Those who are employed at Ehime University (whether full-time or part-time). (Regardless of whether they work full-time or part-time.)
(3) Those who have graduated (completed) from Ehime University and are employed by an organization outside the university.
Application Period
Monday, June 20, 2022 – Friday, August 26, 2022 (must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m.)
2022 Selection Results
As a result of rigorous screening by the Selection Committee, the winners of the 2022 awards have been selected as follows.
1. award winners
Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Ehime University
Assistant Professor Ryuta Yamagami
Reasons for selection
His research achievements in the last 5 years include 11 original papers in English (5 with IF 5 or higher), of which 8 (4 with IF 5 or higher, including co-first author), including 2 in PNAS, 1 in Nat Commun, and 1 in NAR, as the first author.
Regarding his research concept, he aims to clarify the relationship between the structural dynamics of RNA and the regulation of gene expression through the RNA maturation process and post-transcriptional modifications, and to create artificial RNAs with specific catalytic functions to elucidate the mechanism of gene expression regulation by structural and functional changes in RNA, which is a very This is very original and high-level research. Furthermore, if the research concept is realized, such as the development of artificial RNA into nucleic acid medicines, it is expected to have a large ripple effect in many fields.
The research team is also actively engaged in international joint research, and international activities can be fully expected along with the future development of the research.
Selection Committee Members
Takuya Sugawara Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Tamotsu Zakko Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering (Science)
Recruitment Details for Academic Year 2021
Applications for the 2021 academic year have been closed.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who fall into one of the following categories, who are under 40 years of age as of March 31, 2022, and who are expected to develop as researchers in the future.
(1) Those who are currently enrolled in a doctoral course at the graduate school of Ehime University (however, in the case of a classified system, only the latter half of the course is eligible).
(2) Those who are employed at Ehime University (whether full-time or part-time). (Regardless of whether they work full-time or part-time.)
(3) Those who have graduated (completed) from Ehime University and are employed by an organization outside the university.
Application Period
Thursday, June 10, 2010 – Friday, August 27, 2021 (must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m.)
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Selection Results for Fiscal Year 2021
As a result of rigorous screening by the Selection Committee, the winners of the 2021 awards have been selected as follows.
1. award winners
Center for Coastal Environmental Science, Ehime University
Assistant Professor Yasutsugu Suzuki
Reasons for selection
In the most recent 5 years, the research achievements include 11 original papers in English (9 with IF 5 or higher), of which 1 is the first author, 1 is the co-first author, and 1 is the co-principal author, showing excellent research achievements. In particular, the number of papers in the last two years is 6, and the project is very active. Regarding the research concept, the goal is to clarify the significance of endogenous viral sequences at the molecular, individual, and population levels by elucidating the mechanism by which the antiviral action of endogenous viral sequences in the mosquito genome suppresses the infection of viruses that adversely affect mosquito egg laying, which is original and high-level research. This is original and high-level research. Since they are actively engaged in international collaborative research, we can fully expect their international activities as well as the development of their research in the future.
Selection Committee Members
Takuya Sugawara Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Tamotsu Zakko Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering (Science)
Motoi Kanekawa Professor, Graduate School of Medicine
Recruitment Details for Academic Year 2020
Applications for the fiscal year 2020 have been closed.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who fall into one of the following categories, who are under 40 years of age as of March 31, 2021, and who are expected to develop as researchers in the future.
(1) Those who are currently enrolled in the doctoral course at the graduate school of Ehime University.
(2) Those who are currently employed at Ehime University. (Full-time or part-time) (3) Individuals who have graduated from Ehime University.
(3) Individuals who have graduated from Ehime University and are currently employed at an external institution.
Application Period
Thursday, June 11, 2020 – Friday, August 28, 2020 (must arrive by 5:00 p.m.)
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Selection Results for 2020
As a result of rigorous screening by the Selection Committee, we are pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 awards as follows.
1. award winners
School of Medicine, Ehime University
Lecturer Yuta Yoshino
Reasons for selection
Since 2016, he has published 12 original papers in English (4 of which have an IF of 4 or higher) in international journals, all as the first author. He has an extremely outstanding research record and is highly regarded for his ability to carry out his work. The research concept is an original and high-level one to elucidate the molecular mechanisms of psychiatric disorders through a wide range of approaches using exosomes obtained from human samples, cultured cells and model animals, and postmortem brains. He has a strong track record of international collaborative research, including short-term overseas study abroad programs, and his research is highly promising for further development and international activities.
Selection Committee Members
Haruhiko Osawa Professor, Graduate School of Medicine
Tamotsu Zakko Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering
Eiji Ihara Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering
Kohei Kobayashi Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Recruitment details for the 2028 fiscal year
Applications for the 2028 fiscal year have been closed.
target group
Individuals who are currently engaged in research in a biological science-related field in the broad sense of the term, who fall into one of the following categories, who are under 40 years of age on March 31, 2020, and who are expected to develop as researchers in the future.
(1) Those who are currently enrolled in the doctoral course at the graduate school of Ehime University.
(2) Those who are currently employed at Ehime University. (Full-time or part-time) (3) Individuals who have graduated from Ehime University.
(3) Individuals who have graduated from Ehime University and are currently employed at an external institution.
Application Period
Thursday, June 13, 2010 – Friday, August 30, 2028 (must arrive no later than 5:00 p.m.)
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Selection Results for the 2028 fiscal year
After a rigorous screening process by the Selection Committee, the winners have been selected as follows.
1. award winners
Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Graduate School of Agriculture, Ehime University
Assistant Professor Yasunori Watanabe
Reasons for selection
In the past five years, he has published 10 original papers in English, of which 3 were authored by the first author (1 in NatureCommun) and 2 by the co-first author (1 in Mol Cell), showing a satisfactory track record. In addition, he has immediately achieved results in joint research with his superior after his arrival at Ehime University, and his ability to carry out research is highly evaluated.
Regarding his research concept, he has taken up important issues that have the potential to approach all aspects of life phenomena by utilizing his specialized crystal structure determination technology and his unique achievements. In addition, the application to drug discovery is also expected, and the future development of his research and international activities are highly anticipated.
Selection Committee Members
Haruhiko Osawa, Professor, Graduate School of Medicine
Tamotsu Zakko, Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering
Kohei Kobayashi, Professor, Graduate School of Agriculture
Masaki Mogi, Professor, Graduate School of Medicine