We aim to develop new functional bio-based materials such as biopolymers and biosurfactants. Especially, we are promoting the microbial production, functional evaluation, and industrial application of bio-based materials.

email: dai-kitamoto@

We investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying pentose utilization and regulation, high-temperature tolerance, and inhibitor tolerance in yeast. These favorable bioprocessing traits are applied to industrial strains through genetic engineering aimed at producing bio-fuels and chemicals from lignocellulosic biomass.

email: a-matsushika@