[Doctoral Course] Food Production and Utility Development « Rakuno Gakuen University Graduate School

[Doctoral Course] Food Production and Utility Development

Plant Resource Production	Professor Yuka Komoda	The aim of my research is to elucidate plant-virus interactions and viral multiplication mechanisms using biochemical and molecular biological techniques.
	Professor Toshiya Saigusa	We aim to establish a sustainable grassland management and forage production technology of resource recycling in cold region. We try to elucidate 1)growth characterization of the major grass species, 2)composition control of grass species in grassland, 3) nutrient dynamics in forage glass field
	Professor Takuji Sawamoto	Research on good agricultural practices based on scientific findings of soils and crops to secure substantial foods with less environmental impacts
	Professor Takahiro Sonoda	Research on the ecology of asparagus disease and breeding for disease resistance
	Professor Buho Hoshino	Remote sensing monitoring of Net Primary Production (NPP, NDVI) of Global and Regional scale; Satellite tracking of wildlife and domestic animals; Remote sensing methods for soil moisture estimation and Asian dust storm monitoring.
	Professor Satoru Hobara	Universal rules in organic matter decay in natural ecosystems Influences of soil minerals and microorganisms on ecosystem processes Plant-soil interaction through chemical substances in terrestrial ecosystems
	Professor Shiro Mori	Development of novel horticultural crops using plant biotechnology Elucidation of the physiological and ecological characteristics of horticultural plants in cold regions and establishment of high-quality cultivation techniques
	Professor Taiki Yoshihira	We establish cultivation technology that can achieve both high-yield and high-quality in forage crops (corn, grass, wheat and barley) and food crops (wheat, barley and beans). We also study on elucidation factor as viewed from the dry matter production process.
	Professor Takahiro Wagatsuma	We understand the life of wild plants in the weed and the ecosystem in the field using molecular biological approach. We also search the method of appropriate usage and management of these weeds and wild plants from an ecological genetics perspective.
	Professor Yoshihiro Kobae	Research on good agricultural practices based on scientific findings of soils, plants and microorganisms to secure substantial foods with less environmental impacts
Animal Resource Production	Professor Tomoko Amano	1. Research on genes involved in the production of milk and meat in livestock 2. Research on genes involved in the production of eggs and meat in poultry 3. Research on genes that control the traits such as disease resistance, breeding capacity and temperament involved in the proper management of livestock and poultry
	Professor Kenichi Izumi	Research feeding management techniques that balance optimal rumen function and high milk production. 1) Research on carbohydrate feeding techniques to maintain proper rumen function 2) Research on TMR formulation and feeding methods for high producing dairy herds 3) Developing a dairy production system that achieves high milk production
	Professor Kei Imai	1) Improvement of embryo production efficiency on in-vitro fertilization in bovine, and assessment technique for conception ability of in-vitro produced bovine embryos. 2) Improvement of Sexing technique in cattle. 3) Development of novel technology for embryo production in livestock animal.
	Professor Yoshio Kiku	1）Research on diagnosis, treatment and prevention of bovine mastitis. 2）Research on alternative methods of antimicrobial treatment of bovine mastitis.
	Professor Michio Komiya	Our research subjects include automation for efficient feeding, manufacturing of bio-diesel fuel and its physical properties and combustion characteristics of the fuel, and actual situation of energy use and its improvement in dairy farm.
	Professor Yoshikazu Sato	We understand the ecology of wild animals, mainly brown bear, which represents wild animal in Hokkaido. In order to minimize conflicts with humans, we conduct research using various techniques such as field survey, laboratory experiment, and data analysis.
	Professor Osamu Dochi	1) Development of efficient embryo production system in bovine. 2) Cryopreservation of bovine oocytes and embryos. 3) Improvement of pregnancy rate and effective utilization of embryo transfer in cattle. 4) Characterization of reproductive physiology in High-producing dairy cows. 5) Improvement of reproduction management system in cattle.
	Professor Nobutake Nakatani	1) Research on chemical process dynamics in aquatic system. 2) Development of water quality monitoring system based on the analytical chemistry.
	Professor Hiroki Nakatsuji	Study on characteristics of feed digestion in the rumen of dairy cattle
	Professor Shigeru Morita	Animal welfare assessment for good farm practice and production Factors influencing resting behavior and eating behavior in free-stall barn Analysis of the social connections of adjacent eating and resting cows
	Associate Professor Yutaka Masuda	Study on methods for genetic and genomic improvement for economic traits of farm animals. 1) Statistical models to predict individual genetic value accurately 2) Selective breeding plans using biological data e.g., genomic information 3) Development of software useful for data analysis in quantitative genetics
	Professor Kenji Baba	This laboratory conducts research in various fields related to meteorology, oceanography, and climatology. Using statistical analysis and weather model analysis, we will understand the environment field from both reality and theory.
	Professor Hiroshi Yamada	As a study of human and animal relationship, we investigate the effects of animal therapy and hippotherapy, relationship between pets and humans, measurement of stress response, personality and temperament, exhibition of zoo animals, and behavioral survey.
	Professor Michi Yamada	We will study how to use eco-feed and how to improve the breeding environment so that the fed feed can be fully utilized for pigs and chickens . In addition, in pig farming, we will also conduct research to improve fertility for efficient production of piglets.
	Professor Osamu Yoshida	1) Domestic and international field observations and international precision analysis on global warming 2) Analysis of biogeochemical material cycles and global environmental change 3) Creation of sustainable agriculture and fishery with field observations
	Associate Professor Kenta Ogawa	Application of remote sensing, GPS and GIS technology for environmental policy making, prediction of climate change and monitoring of forest and agricultural field.
	Associate Professor Takashi Haramura	We are studying animal behaviour and animal ecology using amphibians and insects. Especially, we focus on basic research of these study fields.
Development and Application of Food Resource	Professor Syuji Ozawa	Research on chemistry and bioactivity of plant polyphenols
Development and Application of Food Resource	Professor Tsutomu Abe	We conduct research on food processing technology, which adds new value and functionality to the food, or improves the productivity. Furthermore, we carry out marketing research for purpose of versatile expansion of technology.
Applied Food Chemistry	Undecided
Utilization of Microorganism	Undecided
Farm Management Policy	Professor Seiji Inoue	We conduct research on systematization of local agriculture, as well as the effectiveness of local agriculture promotion plan.
	Professor Toru Ozaki	Reseach and analysis for management of foods distribution, logistics of fruit and vegetables,structure theory from economics.
	Professor Takahisa Hinata	1) Research on livestock management and planning 2) Research on farmers’ decision-making for sustainable agriculture 3) Research on social conditions for promoting sustainable agriculture
	Professor Yoshihiko Yoshino	We have built a database of business data of agricultural cooperatives in dairy farming areas, developed a program that enables sequential management analysis, and are using it for research. 1) Factors behind profitability disparities in dairy farm management 2) Conditions for formation of economic effects in grassland restoration 3) Conditions for securing high profits in grazing dairy farming
	Professor Harutomo Aihara	Researching the sale, distribution, supply and demand of agricultural and livestock products and foods such as rice, fruits and vegetables, milk, meat, and field crops, as well as strategies for advantageous sales based on production area.
	Professor Kentaro Koito	1) Research on productivity of dairy farm management 2) Research on technology selection in agricultural production 3) A case study of the use of food by-products in agricultural production
Food Economics	Associate Professor Suguru Masaki	We conduct research on regal systems related to food and agriculture, as well as regal systems that support agricultural management and agricultural production.

Note) Underlined faculty members are in charge of associate instruction for research (not supervisory faculty)

[Doctoral Course] Food Production and Utility Development

[Doctoral Course] Food Production and Utility Development

Yuka Komoda

Toshiya Saigusa

Takuji Sawamoto

Takahiro Sonoda

Buho Hoshino

Satoru Hobara

Shiro Mori

Taiki Yoshihira

Takahiro Wagatsuma

Yoshihiro Kobae

Tomoko Amano

Kenichi Izumi

Kei Imai

Yoshio Kiku

Michio Komiya

Yoshikazu Sato

Osamu Dochi

Nobutake Nakatani

Hiroki Nakatsuji

Shigeru Morita

Yutaka Masuda

Kenji Baba

Hiroshi Yamada

Michi Yamada

Osamu Yoshida

Kenta Ogawa

Takashi Haramura

Syuji Ozawa

Tsutomu Abe

Seiji Inoue

Toru Ozaki

Takahisa Hinata

Yoshihiko Yoshino

Harutomo Aihara

Kentaro Koito

Suguru Masaki