Nobuhiro Aburai
油井 信弘准教授
- Affiliation
- School of Advanced Engineering, Department of Chemistry and Life Science
Graduate School of Engineering,Department of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
- Laboratory
- 化学微生物学研究室
- Campus
- Hachioji
- Research Keywords
- Photosynthetic microorganisms / Functional foods / Biofuels / Bioactive substances / Biosensors
- Topics of Research
- Biofuel and carotenoid production
Screening for bioactive substances derived from microorganisms
Development of efficient biomass utilization methods, etc.
- Related "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)"
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Developing chemical biorefineries that benefit society
In terrestrial environments, there exist photosynthetic organisms (aerial microalgae) that thrive under extreme conditions such as arid environments, high temperatures, and nutrient deprivation. These microorganisms possess immense potential and offer valuable insights into the survival strategies of living organisms. By harnessing the potential of these microorganisms and leveraging them as production strains for valuable compounds such as biofuels and carotenoids, we aim to contribute to a more sustainable and prosperous society. Furthermore, by utilizing symbiotic interactions and bioactive compounds, we aim to establish a chemical biorefinery—an advanced bioengineering approach for renewable resources—that contributes to both society and environmental sustainability, enabling harmonious coexistence with Earth's natural ecosystems.
