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Imaging and photoregulation of biological functions
update：2024/01/23
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- To properly understand the functions of biomolecules, it is essential to observe them under physiological conditions where the interactions with other biomolecules are preserved. Therefore, we are developing new functional molecules using both organic chemistry and protein science approaches, and working on the visualization and optical control of biomolecules and their functions. Especially, we have developed fluorescent probes that quantitate the concentration of biomolecules or ions in subcellular regions such as organelles and caged compounds and photoswitches that optically manipulate the biomolecular functions.
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Researchers
Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Advanced Materials
Shin Mizukami, Professor
Ph.D.
