Development of viral vector technology to strongly promote integrative neuroscience research

Principal Investigator

Hirokazu Hirai
Professor, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine
In recent years, viral vector technology has made remarkable progress, extending beyond use in basic research to clinical applications in gene therapy. However, many vectors lack reproducibility, and it is not uncommon for results to vary depending on experimental conditions. It is challenging for individual researchers to verify the reproducibility of viral vectors of mixed quality and to independently develop original viral vectors for use in their research. This project aims to establish a solid foundation for the rapidly evolving field of viral vector technology, with the objective of creating a world-class center for viral vector development.

Co-Investigator

Ichiro Matsuo
Professor, Gunma University Graduate School of Science and Technology
Hiroyuki Hioki
Professor, Juntendo University Graduate School of Medicine
Kazuto Kobayashi
Professor, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
Ken-ichi Inoue
Assistant Professor, Center for the Evolutionary Origins of Human Behavior, Kyoto University
Sachiko Okamoto
General Manager, Technology Development Center, Takara Bio Inc.