OIST Hub Radio Ep. 2 Dr. Naoto Shinohara
Do you think plants simply grow wherever they happen to be rooted?
In reality, plants are constantly engaged in subtle strategies and interactions:
- Who should they grow next to?
- Should they cluster with their own kind or live apart?
- How do they coexist with stronger competitors?
These quiet negotiations shape the lives of plants and the ecosystems they support.
Dr. Shinohara seeks to uncover the hidden relationships among plants and the rules that govern ecosystems through a combination of field research, mathematical modeling, and meta-analyses that bring together data from around the world.
Since 2025, he has been conducting his research as part of OIST’s early-career researcher support program, the BuruBushi Fellowship.
What drew him to the survival strategies of plants? How does a forest appear through the eyes of an ecologist? Join us for a thoughtful exploration of the unseen rules that shape the natural world.
You can also hear a more informal conversation recorded after the interview on Dr. Ryuho Kataoka’s program, Earthling Radio. Be sure to check it out as well.
Guests
- Dr. Naoto Shinohara — Ecologist, OIST BuruBushi Fellow
- Dr. Ryuho Kataoka — Aurora Researcher
- Hisashi Gakiya — OIST Communications and Public Relations
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About OIST Hub Radio
OIST Hub Radio welcomes a diverse range of guests, including researchers working at the forefront of their fields and entrepreneurs based at OIST. Through relaxed and engaging conversations, we explore research, Okinawa, and the everyday questions and stories that spark curiosity.
