About Laboratory of Immunoengineering

1. Aims of Laboratory of Immunoengineering

　In the laboratory of immunoengineering, with the keyword "Chemistry for drug delivery and immunoengineering", we aim to develop chemistry-oriented biotechnologies to treat cancer or immunity-related diseases by creating nanomaterials that function within the body, especially within the immune system.

　I believe that innovative drug discovery research can only be achieved by deep discussion between members with diverse specialties such as chemistry, material science, biology, medicine/immunology, data science, humanities/social sciences, etc. Therefore, our laboratory emphasizes the diversity and is also recruiting people from diverse backgrounds and expertise. If you would like to collaborate with us in creating chemistry-oriented medical innovation, please feel free to contact.

Dr. Eiji Yuba   E-mail: yuba[at]omu.ac.jp (※Change [at] to @ )

2. Bacic Philosophy of Laboratory of Immunoengineering

　Our Laboratory provides a place where you can make your dreams come true (e.g., I want to heal, cure, save...). Let's remember once again what you "want to do".

　Upon graduation from this laboratory,

• You have acquired the basic process of creating chemistry-oriented drug formulations.
• You have learned the basics of bioassays, including the principles, required for chemistry-based drug discovery.
• You have dual expertise in chemistry and biology (especially in immunology) and can see things from both perspectives. You can also connect researchers with different specialties.
• You can look at things from a variety of perspectives beyond the boundaries of the laboratory or research area.
• You are not afraid of failure or challenges. Even when you fail, you can learn from them and have a positive attitude to constantly innovate and grow.
• You deeply appreciate and cherish the connections with everyone that you meet through your research activities and life.

　To achieve these goals,

• We provide facilities and research networks to promote diverse research activities such as molecular synthesis, micro/nanoparticle production, bioassays, in vitro evaluation, and animal experiments.
• We provide the opportunities for joint research, discussion and presentations at academic conferences with researchers inside and outside the university to evaluate your own research objectively and comparatively.
• Even if you fail at something, we will work with you to think about what you can learn from your failure, will provide support to help you find a solution, and will create an environment where you can think freely and try new things.