Our bodies can be seen as a harmonious society composed of diverse populations of cells. These cells, the constituents of this society, are constantly exposed to various internal and external stresses. When such stresses become severe, cells may suffer damage and, in some cases, die. Our research aims to understand how damaged cells behave, how the fate of a cell—survival or death—is determined, and what happens in the surrounding environment of injured cells. We approach these phenomena from both cellular and organismal perspectives under the field of "cell injury biology," with the goal of deepening our understanding of disease mechanisms and developing novel therapeutic strategies.

Basic research is much like exploring uncharted territory without a clear path. There are many challenges and setbacks along the way. Yet, with passion, integrity, and creativity—and alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds who share our values—we strive to move forward, one step at a time. What awaits us on the path ahead? Why not join us and experience the true excitement of scientific discovery?

Kenta Moriwaki
Hiroshima University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Department of Medical Chemistry