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​Team Leader

Aya Ito-Ishida

aya.ishida[at]riken.jp

Born and raised in Tokyo, my career has been shaped by the desire to understand the basic principles for children's brain development. After obtaining MD at U of Tokyo and a brief training in Pediatrics at Jichi Medical School, I obtained PhD at Keio Univ. I started studying Rett syndrome at Baylor College of Medicine, and joined Riken in 2021. On weekends, I enjoy spending time with my family, including my teenage daughter and a miniature dachshund.

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Research Scientist

Luc Gailhouste

luc.gailhouste[at]riken.jp

Bonjour. I’m Luc from France. I was born in Paris and grew up in Brittany, one of the most beautiful regions in Europe. After graduating from the University of Rennes in 2009, I started research in National Cancer Center in Tokyo and joined RIKEN in 2019. Thus far, I have been investigating the impact of small non-coding RNAs and epigenetic modifications in human diseases, especially cancer and viral infections. In Ishida-lab, I am examining how our basic knowledge in epigenetics and non-coding RNA biology can contribute to a better understanding of brain development. I like exploring the contrast between modern and traditional Japan with my wife and young son. 

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Postdoctoral Researcher

​Akiko Shibata

akiko.shibata[at]riken.jp

I obtained MD at U of Tokyo in 2007. After working as a child neurologist, I obtained PhD at U of Tokyo. I am interested in genetic factors of neurological disorders. During my PhD course, I was engaged in the research on susceptibility genes for acute encephalopathy which is severe complication of child common infection. As my next step, I became fascinated by basic neuroscience research associated with child neurology. I hope to explore the pathogenesis of genetic brain disorders in developing brain. On holidays, I enjoy going on a trip with my husband and two kids. I am a newcomer to the field of basic neuroscience, but I’ll do my best in this lab!

JSPS Researcher

Yui Murata

yui.murata[at]riken.jp

I am interested in the mechanisms of “mind”, and gain experience in DNA methylation and transposon research for psychiatric disorders. From the data, I realized that epigenetic changes of development-related genes are key factors to understand the pathophysiology of many psychiatric disorders. I wanted to pursue early brain development, so the hierarchial analyses from molecular – cellular – neural projection – behavior that Ishida’s lab makes a full use of, was the best choice to achieve my goal. Using novel experimental techniques and applications, I am very excited to reveal full picture of neurodevelopment, and contribute to better understanding of psychiatric & neurodevelopmental disorders.
 

Postdoctoral Researcher

Xuanjing Wu

 xuanjing.wu[at]riken.jp

Visiting Researcher (Doshisha University)

Ruixiang Li

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PhD Student (Univ of Tokyo)

Mai Anzai

I have been working as a clinician specializing in pediatrics, pediatric neurology, and rehabilitation so far. Amazingly, children with physical disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders often change dramatically as they grow up. I want to investigate their neurodevelopmental mechanism and thus decided to pursue graduate studies. I am honored to join this lab; I want to keep progressing.

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Technical Staff I

Mika Takahashi

mika.takahashi[at]riken.jp

Through parenting, I am amazed at the development of the child's brain and find it very interesting.

I like trying new things, and I'm excited every day to try new things in the new lab.

Technical Staff I

Mizuki Kurosawa

mizuki.kurosawa[at]riken.jp

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Assistant

​Kazuyo Kuba

kazuyo.kuba[at]riken.jp

I will support lab from behind the scenes so that the research activities can proceed smoothly as possible! !

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Technical Staff (temporary)

Kanae Saito

Past Members

Yuka Matsumura (Keio Univ, Medical Student, 2023)

Toshiki Nomura (The Univ of Tokyo, Grad Student, 2023)

Sara Hishinuma (Cornell, Internship Student, 2023)

Hossein Kohdadadi (Polish Science Academy, Internship Student, 2023)

Yurika Noumi (UCL, Internship Student, 2024)

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