Development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for treating aging-associated diseases

Chronic inflammation is involved in the pathogenesis of many aging-related diseases, including cerebrovascular disease, cancer, and Alzheimer disease. As life expectancy increases, the proportion of humans suffering from aging-related diseases is increasing, and the development of new early diagnosis and treatment is awaited. We aim to elucidate the mechanisms of persistent chronic inflammation in aging-related diseases at the molecular level, and to establish novel and highly original diagnostics and therapeutics.

In particular, we are developing therapeutics for various cardiovascular diseases and recurrent metastatic cancer, as well as diagnostics and therapeutics for dementia and ischemic cerebrovascular disease based on the elucidation of the pathophysiology from multiple perspectives. Based on the knowledge obtained, we will actively conduct translational research and provide cutting-edge medical care from Japan to the world.