Megha Kalra

Graphical illustration of multiple proteins being recruited from across the interior of a yeast cell to help repair the cell membrane at the site of damage.

Research Update

Writing the catalog of plasma membrane repair proteins

New study identifies 80 proteins involved in plasma membrane repair in budding yeast, laying the foundation for membrane repair studies and future therapeutic applications.

乱流の流れパターンを可視化。流体の混沌とした動きが描かれている。

Research Update

Hidden Turbulence Discovered in Polymer Fluids

New research shows that two types of turbulence coexist in everyday fluids like shampoos and ketchup, challenging long-held assumptions.

An image showing the chemical structure of the newly synthesized 20-electron ferrocene derivative

Research Update

A new organometallic compound challenges a fundamental principle of textbook chemistry

Previously considered improbable, the new discovery in coordination chemistry could open exciting possibilities in catalysis and materials science.

Kerama blue

Research Update

Discovering the rich biodiversity of coral reefs using a comprehensive new system

A new cutting-edge eDNA system enables efficient detection of nearly all reef-building coral genera in Japan.

A poster featuring Dr. Paola Laurino

Institutional News

Tiny ocean microbes have big ecological impact

In recognition of research with the greatest potential to address the ecological crisis, the 2025 Frontiers Planet Prize from Japan was awarded to OIST professor, Dr. Paola Laurino.

Digital Hug

Research Update

Do digital hugs work?

Research shows the way to cultivate meaningful social connections online

OIST-OYWJ Spring Camp 2023 high school participants

Institutional News

OIST and One Young World Japan help empower the next generation of social entrepreneurs in Japan

High school students from across the country attended a five-day spring camp at OIST to help address urgent environmental issues