Professor

The objective of the Laboratory of biophysics is to elucidate the mechanism of energy transfer which is a fundamental mechanism in life. Energy transfer mechanisms are mediated by electrons and photons. we aim to elucidate the function and structure of intermediate products, enzymes and genes involved in cell change down to the level of electrons and photons;
1. mechanism of polymorphic changes of Candida albicans
2. mechanism of morphological change of Streptomyces spp.
3. mechanism of developmental processes of Dictyostelium discoideum
4. Mechanism of sporulation of Bacillus subtilis in terms of electron transfer
We are using spectroscopic techniques including fluorescence, nuclear magnetic resonance, electron paramagnetic resonance, Raman and X-ray crystallography for these studies.
The objective in terms of biotechnology is to screen the useful microorganism from the various environments. Because only 5% of microorganisms have been found world-wide from the nature until now, it is possible to find out the useful micro-organisms for antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral drugs and also bioenergy including bioethanol and hydrogen production.