We investigate the responses of microtubule-based structures to extracellular stimuli.

Keywords: cilia & flagella, centrosome, tubulin post-translational modifications, genome editing, proteomics, stress response

We are looking for one student in The IDEC Institute 3+1 Program to participate in our research (participation period is negotiable). 

The outcomes of your participation will be compiled into a graduation thesis to be submitted to your university.

In addition to the program application requirements outlined in the application guidelines, applicants must meet the following criteria:

(1) English Language Proficiency: 

Applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to a TOEFL iBT score of 85 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 or higher.

(2) Relevant Knowledge:

Applicants must possess a solid foundational understanding of molecular biology and cell biology at the bachelor's level.

(3) Practical Experience: 

Applicants must have hands-on training or experimental experience in molecular biology and cell biology at the bachelor's level.

Please submit the required documents through IAAS. The application deadline is February 21st, 2025. 

For more details of the required application documents in the program, please refer to the application guideline. You need to clearly indicate in your application materials, such as your resume, how you meet the additional requirements from the lab. 

To register for IAAS, please visit the following website: 

IAAS (International Admissions Assistant System)

Please note that applications are exclusively open to students from our partner universities. Partner universities will announce the application details to their students when the application period begins.

The selection process begins with a review of applicants' submitted documents. Candidates who pass this initial document screening will be invited for an interview. 

Final acceptance will be based on the interview results, with successful applicants demonstrating the ability to effectively carry out the research activities required from each laboratory. Document screening will take place in February, and interviews for shortlisted candidates will be conducted in March.

We are looking for students studying in the fields of cell biology and molecular biology who are curious about cellular responses to extracellular/environmental stimuli/stress. 

For further details about our research, please visit our laboratory website: 

https://www.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/en/med/research/lab/basis/Anatomy_and_Developmental_Biology