Associate Professor
Takashi Nagata
Career
1999: Completed the Doctoral Program (Ph.D. in Engineering), Graduate School of Engineering, Yokohama National University
2002: Research Associate, The Rockefeller University
2006: Researcher, RIKEN, Genomic Sciences Center
2011: Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Nano-Bioscience, Yokohama City University
2013: Assistant Professor, Institute of Advanced Energy, Kyoto University
Present: Associate Professor, Institute of Advanced Energy, Kyoto University
Research Themes
Biomedical Science
My research focuses on elucidating the functions and dysfunctions of proteins, DNA, RNA, and bioactive compounds associated with cancer, neurological disorders, and infectious diseases. Using atomic-resolution analysis across broad time scales, I investigate these molecules from structural, interactional, molecular dynamics, and catalytic reaction perspectives.
Decarbonization & Sustainable Energy
I study depolymerization and conversion enzymes involved in lignocellulosic biomass processing, aiming to uncover their structure-function relationships, enhance their catalytic efficiency, and develop optimized extraction methods for key biomass-derived compounds.
Research Methods
My research utilizes molecular biology, protein engineering, nucleic acid chemistry, woody chemistry, in vitro solution NMR, in-cell NMR, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and computational science.
My Current Obsessions
JMK Freeskating, bar games, exploring ancient tombs, touring sake breweries, wineries, and craft beer breweries, chatting at izakayas, playing fetch with my dog.