Chemistry & Biotechnology for
Innovations in Future Science and Technology
As one of the leading research institutes in Japan, CHEMBIO aims to create new materials and molecular functions by utilizing the power of organic chemistry and biotechnology. Rapid developments in the knowledge of organic chemistry and biotechnology, among other interdisciplinary fields, have attracted interest for the cutting-edge research carried out at The University of Tokyo. Several internationally excellent research focusing on the areas of environment, energy and medicine have been borne at the center, leading to the overall theme of; “Chemistry meets Biology”.
12 May 2025
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Update: GRADUATE ADMISSIONS (For October 2025/April 2026 Entry)
12 May 2025
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Update: SPECIAL ADMISSION FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS (For April / October 2026 Entry)
6 June 2025
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Reuters article: Scientists in Japan develop plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours (Aida Lab)
27 May 2025
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Press release: How to Tether Two Essential Organs of Our Cells: Shedding Light on Autism (Neurobiology Lab)
17 Oct. 2024
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Press release: Directly detecting in vivo metabolisms utilizing a quantum sensing technology (Sando Lab)
24 Sept. 2024
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Press release: A tRNA modification with aminovaleramide facilitates AUA decoding in protein synthesis (Suzuki Lab)