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Collaborative Research Laboratories

Collaborative Research Laboratories are new laboratories established by NAIST researchers for a specific research purpose for a period of three years, and researchers from outside institutions who agree with the research purpose may join the laboratory.

It is possible for one company and NAIST researchers to collaborate on deep and broad research, or for multiple companies, led by NAIST researchers, to work on unique research themes while interacting across industries and business sectors.

Research Laboratory on Next Generation Biomedical Engineering

We aim to establish a research laboratory with the purpose of promoting research in next-generation biomedical engineering, particularly in the field of artificial vision, and collaborate extensively with NIDEK CO., LTD. in conducting research and development.


Term: 2023-2026



MuSASHi Plant Bio Lab.

The Nara Institute of Science and Technology and Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd. launch close collaboration to aim at the discovery and development of innovative agents and technologies that enhance crop yield and stress tolerance in sustainable agricultural settings.


Term: 2023-2026



Laboratory of Fermentation Science

Using yeast, an important model organism and industrial microorganism, we will find and clarify novel biological phenomena and molecular functions. Based on the fundamental research, we will also develop high-functionality and design metabolism of yeast that contributes to the fermentation production of useful substances.


Term: 2023-2026

Partner Companies: Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd.

         Saraya Co., Ltd.

         Kubota Corporation

         BASE FOOD Inc.



Collaborative Research Hub for Society5.0 Realization

This Collaborative Research Laboratory aims to integrate research on smart home, smart life, and smart city in order to realize a super-smart society.While developing elemental technologies for each of these, we will promote to collaborate among the researchers.


Term: 2024-2027

Partner Companies: Toyota Motor Corporation

         NIPPON TELEGRAPH AND TELEPHONE WEST CORPORATION