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June 3, 2020: “Energy-saving CO₂ capture by H₂ gas stripping for integrating CO₂ separation and conversion processes”(Press Release)
※It was published on the cover page.

April 30, 2020: Unconventional biochemical regulation of the oxidative pentose phosphate pathway in the model cyanobacterium Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803

FY 2019

March 9, 2020: Simultaneous increases in the levels of compatible solutes by cost-effective cultivation of Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803
February 18, 2020: Malic enzyme facilitates D-lactate production through increased pyruvate supply during anoxic dark fermentation in Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803
January 14, 2020: Impact of Non-Covalent Sulfur–Fluorine Interaction Position on Properties, Structures, and Photovoltaic Performance in Naphthobisthiadiazole-Based Semiconducting Polymers
October 21, 2019: Study of solidification pathway of a MoSiBTiC alloy by optical thermal analysis and in-situ observation with electromagnetic levitation
July 23, 2019: Biochemical characterisation of fumarase C from a unicellular cyanobacterium demonstrating its substrate affinity, altered by an amino acid substitution
June 23, 2019: Biochemical characterisation of fumarase C from a unicellular cyanobacterium demonstrating its substrate affinity, altered by an amino acid substitution
June 6, 2019: Increased polyhydroxybutyrate levels by ntcA overexpression in Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803
April 15, 2019: Yamaguchi University　Research Center for Thermotolerant Microbial Resources　Opening Ceremony
April 15, 2019: Citrate synthase from Synechocystis is a distinct class of bacterial citrate synthase
April 11, 2019: Effective Strategy for High-Yield Furan Dicarboxylate Production for Biobased Polyester Applications

FY 2018

December 10, 2018: Amino acid excretion from Euglena gracilis cells in dark and anaerobic conditions
October 2, 2018: Complete substitution of a secondary cell wall with a primary cell wall in Arabidopsis
September 19, 2018: Synthetic Phosphorus Metabolic Pathway for Biosafety and Contamination Management of Cyanobacterial Cultivation
September 6, 2018: Lead‐Free Solar Cells based on Tin Halide Perovskite Films with High Coverage and Improved Aggregation
August 30, 2018: Single Amino Acid Change in 6-Phosphogluconate Dehydrogenase from Synechocystis Conveys Higher Affinity for NADP+ and Altered Mode of Inhibition by NADPH
July 5, 2018: Superflexible Multifunctional Polyvinylpolydimethylsiloxane‐Based Aerogels as Efficient Absorbents, Thermal Superinsulators, and Strain Sensors
June 28, 2018: A high performance catalyst of shape-specific ruthenium nanoparticles for production of primary amines by reductive amination of carbonyl compounds
June 15, 2018: Purification and characterisation of malate dehydrogenase from Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803: Biochemical barrier of the oxidative tricarboxylic acid cycle
July 1, 2018: "ALCA Booklet on research Vol.3" is uploaded.
June 1, 2018: Temperature enhanced succinate production concurrent with increased central metabolism turnover in the cyanobacterium Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803
May 9, 2018: Functional expression of an oxygen-sensitive nitrogenase in an oxygenic photosynthetic organism.
April 18, 2018: Crystallization behavior of the Li2S–P2S5 glass electrolyte in the LiNi1/3Mn1/3Co1/3O2 positive electrode layer
April 9, 2018: Identification and Characterization of Compounds that Affect Stomatal Movements

FY 2017

March 14, 2018: Homoeolog-specific activation of genes for heat acclimation in the allopolyploid grass Brachypodium hybridum (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
February 6, 2018: NEC achieves advanced scratch resistance and maki-e style printing on luxury lacquerware tone bioplastic -Supporting practical use of "Urushi black" tone bioplastics- (Press Release)
December 21, 2017: Development of self-crack-healing ceramics capable of quick full strength recovery (Press Release)
November 9, 2017: Cluster-level relationships of genes involved in carbon metabolism in Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803: Development of a novel succinate-producing strain (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
November 9, 2017: Substrate Specificity and Allosteric Regulation of a D-Lactate Dehydrogenase from a Unicellular Cyanobacterium are Altered by an Amino Acid Substitution (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
October 20, 2017: Salicyclic acid-dependent immunity contributes to resistance against Rhizoctonia solani, a necrotrophic fungal agent of sheath blight, in rice and Brachypodium distachyon. (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
July 31, 2017: Electrolyte Capable of Dramatically Increasing the Energy Efficiency and Life of Lithium-Air Batteries (Press Release)
July 19, 2017: JST-Mirai Program call for propasals was closed.
July 13, 2017: The Application Guideline and Application Forms (JST-Mirai Program) are updated.
June 23, 2017: Direct observation of a non-crystalline state of Li2S−P2S5 solid electrolytes (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
June 9, 2017: JST-Mirai Program (Small start Type: ”Realization of a Low Carbon Society, a global issue” area) calls for proposals.
May 24, 2017: Li2S-Based Solid Solutions as Positive Electrodes with Full Utilization and Super-Long Cycle Life in All-Solid-State Li/S Batteries (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
April 18, 2017: Zero birefringence films of pullulan ester derivatives (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
April 5, 2017: CNT Sheet Air Electrode for the Development of Ultra-High Cell Capacity in Lithium-Air Batteries (Press Release, Japanese Text only)

FY 2016

March 22, 2017: Revealing the Microscopic Mechanisms in Perovskite Solar Cells (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
March 20,2017: A Novel Biocontainment Strategy Makes Bacterial Growth and Survival Dependent on Phosphite (Press Release, Japanese Text only)
December 28, 2016: "ALCA Booklet on research" and "ALCA Brochure" are uploaded.
August 22, 2016: ALCA call for proposals was closed.
July 11, 2016: ALCA calls for proposals.
June 30, 2016: "ALCA External Evaluation Committee(EEC) Final Report" is uploaded.

FY 2015

July 10, 2015: ALCA calls for proposals in 2015 was closed.

FY 2014

May 29, 2015: ALCA calls for innovative research proposals. Please refer to Japanese text website.
August 29, 2014: 2014 "Research Projects" are updated.
July 29, 2014: International Workshop: "Innovative energy saving technology for the reduction of carbon dioxide emission from energy-intensive industry -Vision for Exergy recuperation-" was held.
May 9, 2014: Application Guidelines and Application form are uploaded.
May 8, 2014: Press Release: NEC Reduces Production Energy for Cellulose-based Bioplastic Using Non-edible Plant Resource by 90%.
April 22, 2014: Press Release: Regulatory proteins essential for nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria are discoverd.(Japanese Text Only)
April 1, 2014: ALCA calls for innovative research proposals. Please refer to Japanese text website.; "Research Projects" are updated.

FY 2013

March 20, 2014: Press Release: Grasping substrate tenaciously more important than speed in crystalline cellulose degradation.
February 26, 2014: Press Release: Over 390 ℃, Bioplastics with the Highest Thermoresistance Temperature.
January 30, 2014: "Research Projects" are updated.
December 24, 2013: Press Release: Enhancement of photosynthesis (CO₂ uptake) and plant growth through the promotion of stomatal opening.
November 8, 2013: "Research Projects" are updated.
October 1, 2013: Press Release: Quantum tunneling effects found in Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC).
December 24, 2013: Press Release: Enhancement of photosynthesis (CO₂ uptake) and plant growth through the promotion of stomatal opening.
November 8, 2013: "Research Projects" are updated.
October 1, 2013: Press Release: Quantum tunneling effects found in Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC).
September 26, 2013: Press Release: Design for Highly Efficient Silicon-Based Solar Cells Using Quantum Dots as Intermediate Absorber.
August 26, 2013: Press Release: Development of hyperbranching polycoumarates with photofunctional multiple shape-memory.(Japanese Text Only)
August 8, 2013: "Research Projects" are updated.
May 2, 2013: Application Guidelines and Application form are uploaded and "About ALCA" is updated.
April 30, 2013: "Research Projects" are updated.
April 1, 2013: ALCA calls for innovative research proposals. Please refer to Japanese text website.

FY 2012

January 28, 2013: Press Release: Development of production technology of spinning multi-walled carbon nanotube fibers.(Japanese Text Only)
January 11, 2013: Press Release: Development of marshmallow-like macroporous gels for the separation of oil and water.(Japanese Text Only)
January 9, 2013: Press Release: Development of bioplactics using materials derived from euglena.(Japanese Text Only)
December 19, 2012: Press Release: High-voltage vacuum power switch for smart power grids.
December 10, 2012: "Research Projects" are updated.
October 25, 2012: "About ALCA" is updated.
June 6, 2012: Application Guidelines and Application form are uploaded and "About ALCA" is updated.
April 27, 2012: ALCA calls for innovative research proposals. Please refer to Japanese website.

FY 2011

January 19, 2012: "Research Projects" are updated.
November 21, 2011: ALCA office is relocated.
July 8, 2011: Application Guidelines and Application form are uploaded and "About ALCA" is updated.
May 27, 2011: ALCA calls for innovative research proposals. Please refer to Japanese website.
March 24, 2011: "About ALCA", "Call for proposals" and "Research Projects" are updated.
April 30, 2010: ALCA web page was released.