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Research Update One Reaction, Two Results, Zero Waste From a single ester, the same chemical process can create either an alcohol or multiple esters by slightly tweaking the reaction conditions. 06 July 2016
Institutional News What we can do now to break down invisible gender barriers This article sheds light on OIST scientists who are working toward a brighter and more equitable society for all 07 March 2023
Research Update OIST Welcomes Dr. Yohei Yokobayashi Yohei Yokobayashi joins OIST to lead the new unit on Nucleic Acid Chemistry and Engineering in an effort to understand the applications of chemistry in biological systems. 29 September 2014
Research Update Crystal-free mechanoluminescence illuminates new possibilities for next-generation materials Flexible films challenge long-held scientific views on the necessity of crystals for mechanoluminescence. 28 October 2025
Research Update The Slower They Turn, the Brighter They Glow Slowing down movements of photoluminescent metal complexes can increase efficiency of light emission, discover OIST scientists. 14 November 2018
Research Update Scientists synthesize new organometallic “sandwich” compound capable of holding more electrons The finding has potential to open new directions in medicine, catalysis and energy. 05 September 2023
Research Update Predatory Bacteria: The Quest for a New Class of Antibiotics OIST researchers take one step forward toward understanding and genetically manipulating B. bacteriovorus, a type of bacteria with promising potential use as a living antibiotic. 11 October 2017
Research Update The Answer is Blowing in the Wind Physics research provides new insights into the fluctuations of wind energy, with implications for engineering and policy. 04 January 2017
Research Update Gel, masks, and face shields: Researchers use specific skills to help Okinawa With the number of COVID-19 cases in Okinawa on the rise, OIST researchers are looking at how they can help the local community. 20 April 2020
