Faculty of Textile Science and Technology Research Activity2015｜Shinshu Universi

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53Bioresource and Environmental ScienceOpening up new domains for the utilization of silk materials, especially aim to use in medical area including as material for regenerative medicineDivision of Applied Biology I am carrying out research focused on the development of new utilization technology for silk proteins material beyond the use as fabric in apparel. My lab is studying to understand the characteristic natures of silk proteins materials for utilization as medical materials (biomaterials) by cell culture technique, biochemical measurements, and physicochemical analysis of materials, and aim to create new functional silk materials by development of new fabrication technology, chemically and genetically modification technology.After graduating from Kyoto University Graduate School, Professor Tamada worked as a researcher at the Japan Synthetic Rubber Co., Ltd., (now JSR) and at the National Institute of Sericultural and Entomological Sciences (now the National Institute of Agrobiological Sciences), during which time he focused on research on the use of silk. He took his current position in 2013, and his area of specialization is biomaterials.The development of materials in support of regenerative medicine is also an important challenge. I expect silk to contribute to treatment as one such material, and I believe that our research will lead to the happiness of many patients.Outlook for research I train students to solve variety kinds of tasks required in society beyond industry boundaries by multi points of view getting through the study in interdisciplinary elds such as engineering, agriculture, and medical sciences. Outlook for students after graduationSponge material made from 100% silk protein (broin). We are currently carrying out research on materials for cartilage regeneration, spinal cord regeneration, and surgical dressings for dicult-to-treat injuries.A domestic silkworm (left) and cocoon (right). The silkworm is a protein factory that eciently produces high-purity silk proteins with low environmental impact.Yasushi TamadaProfessorBioresource and Environmental ScienceLearning from the environment through environmental analysis and developingnew environmental purification methods using materials creating by living organismsDivision of Applied BiologyI am carrying out research in a wide range of domains related to environmental contamination, from environmental analysis and toxicological testing to the development of environmental purification methods. This effort includes numerous activities, for example analyzing litter and searching in caves for microorganisms that might be useful in environmental purification. In recent years, my lab has been focusing on the development of environmental purification methods that use materials produced by living things.Professor Moriwaki took his current position in 2015 after working as a researcher at the Osaka City Institute of Public Health and Environmental Sciences and as an associate professor at Faculty of Textile Science and Technology at Shinshu University.His areas of research include environmental chemistry and analytical chemistry with a focus on the development of environmental purication and analysis methods as well as environmental monitoring.I believe that understanding the state of environmental contamination while developing purication methods is essential for the future of humanity. Through environmental analysis and research on purication, I hope to obtain results that prove useful in addressing numerous environmental problems.Outlook for researchI carry out education and research to train students to become leaders in the next generation of environmental research and measures. Graduates are employed as public ocials and by companies engaged in environmental analysis and inspection.Outlook for students after graduationWe analyzed mud from the moat of Osaka Castle to recreate 350 years in the history of the atmospheric environment. The aerial bombing during the war caused the greatest damage to the environment.Throughout the world, countless children contract communicable diseases because they do not have access to safe water. In this way, purication is an extremely important research topic.Hiroshi MoriwakiProfessorWater pollutiona serious global problemuse of biotic resources・wool・Waste cocoons・biopolymer・safety and environmentally friendly・low cost・recycling of wastenew catharsisMake a safety water!

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