Unit News

Graphic illustration of the main findings of the paper, showing a Neanderthal skull on the left and a modern human head on the right. The 3D protein structure of the ADSL enzyme is visualized in the background.

Research Update

Tracing brain chemistry across humanity’s family tree

Small changes to an enzyme suggest how modern humans differ from Neanderthals and Denisovans in biochemistry and behavior.

Grant Clinic: Mutually beneficial knowledge transfer

Institutional News

New research projects launched at OIST!

We introduce two labs and their new research projects, which were made possible after being awarded a “KAKENHI” grant.

Oxygen depletion disrupts memory formation in the brain header

Research Update

How does oxygen depletion disrupt memory formation in the brain?

Scientists identify a positive molecular feedback loop which could explain stroke-induced memory loss.

Research Update

Switching Scents Tunes Sense of Smell

A new study shows how rapid moment-to-moment changes affect sensory processing in the olfactory system.

Research Update

Some Wine with that Cheese? The Work of Professor Izumi Fukunaga

To understand Fukunaga’s work, it helps to appreciate a glass of red wine with cheese.

08 February 2018

Faculty

Research Update

OIST Welcomes Five New Faculty Members

OIST is proud to announce that five new faculty members have joined the university.

09 November 2016