Institute for Radiation Sciences

Laboratory for Radiation Science

Research Interests

1. Research on alpha-ray nuclear medicine therapy using astatine
2. Research on drug manufacturing methods by neutron activation
3. Research on decommissioning of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
4. Research on tensan (Japanese oak silkworm) aimed at promoting the Hamadori region of Fukushima Prefectur

Radiation refers to the collective term for high-energy particles and electromagnetic waves, each having different characteristics and utilized in various research and societal applications. In this laboratory, we conduct research in radiation science with the aim of addressing societal issues and promoting societal applications using radiation and radioisotopes (RI). One of our focuses is on nuclear medicine therapy, a cancer treatment method. We synthesize targeting molecules using medical RIs such as astatine, develop RI labeling methods, and research drug manufacturing methods using neutron irradiation. Additionally, the recovery of Fukushima Prefecture, which suffered significant damage from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant (1F) accident, is a societal issue related to radiation. We conduct research on the development of real-time monitoring methods for RI dust necessary for the decommissioning of 1F and silk production aiming to promote local industries in Fukushima Prefecture.