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Department of Human Immunology and Translational Research

Research Topic

Our primary focus is to analyze the immune pathology of chronic conditions such as viral hepatitis, MASLD, liver cirrhosis, and liver cancer, as well as the impact of aging on immune responses. We aim to develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic methods to address these disorders.

1.Research aimed at improving the prognosis of patients with chronic liver diseases based on a comprehensive understanding of the liver and its connection to other organs.

2.Development of novel immunological therapies aimed at controlling hepatitis B virus.

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Main Staff

Director (Tenure Track)	Sachiyo Yoshio
Senior Researcher	Taizo Mori
Research Fellow	（Staff Recruiting）
Research Student	Hiromasa Nanba
Research Assistants	Chizu Tokoro Hiromi Tanikawa Tomomi Oishi