[Quantum Bio] Creation of Life Science Basis by Using Quantum Technology

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Strategic Objects

Innovation of Bio-Sensing, Elucidation of Dynamics and Interactions between Biomolecules by Using Quantum Technology

Research Supervisor

Mitsutoshi Setou (Director of the Center, International Mass Imaging Center)

Overview

The aim of this research area is to apply the knowledge of quantum science and its technologies to biomolecule measurements through the collaboration between quantum science and life science researchers. In recent years, quantum technologies including quantum beams, quantum spin, light quantum sensors and quantum electronic, etc. has progressed markedly based on quantum science. These technologies have also realized quantum computing and time crystals. Japan has cutting-edge quantum technologies, or in a sense, seeds technologies capable of leading the research field in the world. These technologies are expected to advance the development of new biotechnologies for detecting dynamics and interactions of biomolecules, as well as the discovery of quantum phenomena in biological phenomena. At present, however, the application of quantum technologies to life sciences has not so progressed. The program of this research area will encourage applying quantum technologies to biotechnologies to develop new life sciences dramatically.