Team Leader

We establish a new methodology for next-generation imaging diagnosis - multiple molecular imaging
* Due to the reorganization starting as new centers in April 2018, this laboratory is now belong to the Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research. As for the latest information, please see the following URL below.
> The webpage of Laboratory for Next-Generation Imaging, Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research
Team Leader
Yasuyoshi Watanabe
6-7-3 Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0047, Japan
Tel: +81-78-304-7190
In order to realize the multiple molecular imaging - simultaneous imaging analysis of multiple biological processes taking place in the intact living organisms, we are pursuing the development of innovative imaging methodologies, and the discovery of new imaging probes.
We are developing a new gamma-ray imaging system called GREI (Gamma-Ray Emission Imaging) that is a germanium semiconductor Compton camera. GREI enables simultaneous imaging of multiple probes labeled with gamma-ray emitting radionuclides.
In order to realize simultaneous imaging of multiple PET probes, we are developing new technologies by integrating the PET technology and gamma-ray spectrometry.
For the next-generation molecular imaging, we are producing various radio-isotopes, and pursuing the exploration for new nuclear-medicine nuclides and the applications of them.
We are developing new probes that are considered to be used for the diagnosis of cancer and metabolic disease, and evaluation of transplant and regenerative treatment.
*Joint research with Prof. S. Enomoto of Okayama university
CLST was reorganized into three centers according to the RIKEN 4th Medium-Term Plan from April 1, 2018. For the latest information of Next-Generation Imaging Team, please visit the following websites.
> The webpage of Laboratory for Next-Generation Imaging, Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research [http://www.bdr.riken.jp/en/research/labs/watanabe-y-next/index.html]
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