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December	25		PET experiment performed without anesthetic on common marmoset, a small primate
December	25		New fluorescent proteins report electrical signals of brain cells
December	24		"This is science too! The science you never knew about": Announcement of Open Seminar
December	24		The molecular origins of morphological diversity When siblings grow apart
December	22		Deducing migraine condition using molecular imaging techniques
December	22		Neon isotope reveals new type of neutron halo
December	21		Mechanism discovered that regulates two pathways of isoprenoid biosynthesis in plants
December	18		X-rays in a new light First ever determination of X-ray non-linear susceptibility using diamond
December	17		Mystery of "acute pain" accompanying herpes zoster (shingles) elucidated for the first time
December	16		Global Alliance for Pharmacogenomics Adds Five New Projects *
December	15		Database of gene mutant phenotypes that encode chlorophyll proteins
December	14		Plants on steroids Identification of BPG2, a center for control of chloroplast regulation by plant steroid hormones
December	11		Blast from the past Discovery of ultra-high temperature 'fire ball' fossil left in space following massive star explosion
December	10		Discovery of chiral spin state and zero-magnetic Hall effect that spontaneously violate time inversion symmetry without accompanying magnetic order
December	7		Eight new research projects selected for external use of RIKEN NMR pipeline
December	4		Keio University-RIKEN Joint Research Project hosts Third International CHC Symposium
December	1		Identification of new liquid crystal structure with ant nest-like branching structure
November	27		New detector uses CMOS sensors to achieve high-speed, high-precision data measurement
November	27		World's first dream beam illuminates fine crystal structure of proteins
November	26		Japanese Kibo Mission MAXI acquires all-sky X-ray image in the fastest time *
November	23		Implementation of the world's narrowest X-ray beam
November	23		Helping cells reach out Identification of "M-Sec", a formation factor of cell-ligating membrane nano-tubes
November	19		5th X-ray Free Electron Laser Symposium held on the topic of "Pioneering Science and its Future with Japan's first working X-ray laser"
November	19		Identification of three genes involved in the onset of the incurable ulcerative colitis disease
November	17		A window to embryonic development Embryogenesis propagation and differentiation patterns of live fish exposed to full view
November	12		Switching neurons Dynamic change in inhibitory neural network upon visual experience detected for the first time
November	12		Sights set on immunization target Key mucosal immune response mechanism identified
November	11		Derailing inner ear development Identification of SLITRK6, a membrane protein that plays key roles in the formation of neuronal circuits of the inner ear
November	10		Sensitive hybrid Ultra-high sensitive terahertz wave sensor with photon-level resolution developed
November	9		Shaping the way we move Shaping and sharpening movements
October	30		Project to share genomic data on mouse phenotypes launched in collaboration with researchers around the world
October	26		Unlocking the secrets of early immune response
October	23		Feasibility study on SNP-based forensic science launched through first-time international collaboration
October	15		MEDICINE AND ART: IMAGINING A FUTURE FOR LIFE AND LOVE
October	14		Seeing the sense in it all How bacteria sense the world
October	8		Intra-cellular protein that is involved in regulation of blood glucose identified
October	6		Ultra fine grain binderless cBN (cubic Boron-Nitrogen) cutting tool developed for steel-based mirrored surface manufacturing
October	6		Brain change Signal indicating expansion of cerebral cortex identified in primates following training in tool use
October	2		Emulation for understanding Quantum Simulators: One system to simulate another
October	1		Stability reigns Electronic states of molecule in aqueous solution observed for the first time using soft X-rays
September	29		Official staff reprimands
September	28		Eventual choice of DNA as carrier of genetic information found to be indispensable for the evolution of life
September	24		Putting the brakes on cell death 'Auto-fuzzy' intra-cellular recycling system suppresses programmed cell-death
September	22		Flipping the stress tolerance switch The simple truth
September	18		Call for external researchers to carry out drug discovery research using RIKEN's technological infrastructure
September	16		Getting membrane proteins into the fold First successful synthesis of membrane proteins using cell-free protein synthesis
September	15		'The Next Generation Super Computing Symposium 2009' held
September	15		Stress response function with strong influence on gestative placenta identified in endoplasmic reticulum
September	14		Symposium held to discuss accomplishments of the 'Plan to form a research center on New and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases': Creating a network of knowledge to tackle infectious diseases in collaboration with Asians and Africans
September	14		Getting past inspection New regulatory mechanism identified that correctly decodes innate genomic information
September	8		Scientist arrested on charges of defalcation
September	8		Progress in research collaboration with Helicos BioScience Corporation (USA) on RNA research techniques
September	7		A beacon of change Real-time observation of histon acetylation, a process that regulates gene function
September	7		Call for partner enterprises on GeNAS (Gene Network Analysis Service) Project
September	5		Heat generating mechanism in plants partly elucidated
September	4		Optical vortex detected in the form of voltage
September	1		Gene controlling plant cell growth discovered
September	1		Central gears of the mammalian circadian clock exposed New basis for the temperature-insensitive period regulation of the biological clock * Keeping the circadian clock ticking
August	31		Call for research projects in fiscal year 2010 as part of the 'research collaboration program with industry'
August	28		New gene themis identified that is indispensable for T-cell maturation
August	27		New robot to reduce burden on care facilities
August	26		Evidence supporting several thousand-fold compression of electron beam, high-quality laser production
August	25		Embryos feel gravity's pull * Embryonic development-lost in space? Evidence that earth's gravity is indispensable for normal mammalian embryo genesis
August	24		First ever identification in humans of double-stranded RNA synthase essential for RNA interference
August	20		Mechanism underlying flood tolerant rice elucidated
August	18		Images of first light from 'MAXI' (Monitor of All-sky X-ray Image), mounted on external platform of Japanese Experiment Module (JEM)
August	17		Three-dimensional analysis technology for studying formation of fine inclusions in steel materials
August	13		Mysterious electronic behavior detected in organic Mott insulator
August	11		HPY2 gene essential for regulation of cell division identified
August	11		Discovery of heterogeneous fine structure in liquid water thought to have been homogeneous
August	8		Launch of the first standard graphical notation for biology *
August	7		Demonstration of cluster-based high-performance computing technique: Computation by GPU cluster at Nagasaki University selected as finalist for Gordon-Bell Prize
August	7		Launch of new RIKEN supercomputer 'RICC'
August	5		International review of RIKEN: 7th RIKEN Advisory Council (RAC) Report
July	29		Interfaces: Different for every molecule New laser spectroscopy method developed for detection of 'color' on liquid interface
July	28		Five research projects launched, including 'Application to functional foods of sulfated polysaccharides with low-molecular weight'
July	27		Chemistry gets a new set of eyes Change in electronic state that occurs in 50 picoseconds detected using photo-electron imaging technique
July	24		Tipping the balance of immune response Allergic predisposition caused by gene for transcription factor 'Mina'
July	23		RIKEN and Japan Tissue Engineering Co. Ltd. conclude agreement for joint research toward 'Retina regeneration treatment using human iPS cells'
July	23		World's largest database of analysis experiments on protein crystal structure unveiled
July	22		Cellular secrets exposed in living color Real time observation of functional RNAs achieved via new 'multi-color live-cell imaging' technique'
July	21		Fat and Dachous cadherins work at the apical membrane in cerebral cortical cells *
July	17		Japan's Next-Generation Supercomputer Configuration Is Decided *
July	16		Plant pathogen recognition and response mechanism clarified
July	15		Strongest beam in the world enables scientists to explore laws governing all matter in the universe Too many neutrons break the rules
July	14		Synapses stay true: Selective neural connectivity in vitro * Know who your friends are
July	14		Announcement of the 50th anniversary memorial special issue of 'Plant & Cell Physiology' published
July	14		One dimensional quantum dot array discovered in carbon nano-tube fixed on electrode surface
July	13		Innovation via genetic 'googling' Gene research streamlined using information retrieval system simulating human brain mechanisms
July	10		Realization of Coupled Quantum Dot Device Using Carbon Atom Single Layer Sheet!
July	10		Multi-functional PGDS governing sleep and stimulation of sexual organs has flexible structure
July	10		Helping neurons find their way Substance identified that regulates growth direction of neuron protrusion
July	10		The secret of the turtle shell Something fold, something new: Evolutionary morphology of the turtle shell * Solving the riddle of the turtle shell
July	8		LIF follows two paths to pluripotency * Joining the dots on stem cell signaling
July	3		Mapping the prefrontal cortex The brains behind rule-guided behavior
July	1		Smoothing the way to superior screens Organic EL thin membrane pattern produced via application of electrospray deposition technique
July	1		Regulation mechanism discovered that controls number and size of plant chloroplast
June	29		Real-time control of wheelchairs with brain waves
June	22		Latest genotype analysis system provided to Thailand Clinical research begins to verify the method to guide appropriate use of AIDS drugs based on genetic information *
June	16		New target for effective treatment of alcoholic acute pancreatitis discovered
June	12		Roaming receptors Cell to cell efficiency in the brain
June	10		Opposing roles for Wnt receptors in the olfactory system *
June	8		All together now Success in regulation of magnetization by electric field
June	5		Total number of SPring-8 users exceeds one hundred thousands people
June	2		Sense of attraction Identifying the olfactory neuronal circuit responsible for appetizing smells; zebra fish are found to have a special fondness for amino acids.
May	26		Differences in protein coagulation structure contribute to the onset of Huntington's disease. The degree of toxicity is found to be regulated by proteins in the same amino acid configuration forming different amyloidal structures.
May	26		A metabolomics approach to measuring circadian time *
May	22		Start of emergency research on simple and fast method to detect swine flu.
May	18		A solid battery electrolyte capable of functioning at ambient temperature is successfully created for the first time in the world using nano-size particles. Nanotechnology opens the way for the development of new kinds of high-performance and safe batteries.
May	18		Zinc transporter is found to play a role in allergy-type contact dermatitis, a discovery that will spur progress in developing effective treatments for dermatitis caused by contact with, for example, perfume, metal, and house dust.
May	14		Reconsidering the structure of the next generation supercomputer while maintaining steady progress in developing the world's fastest supercomputer
May	12		Eye field refined by BMPs *
May	7		Natural suppressors of a treatment-induced disease Mechanism discovered that prevents immunological rejection in the transplantation of organs such as hematopoietic stem cells: First ever proof of control mechanisms for graft-versus-host disease in mice
May	6		One gene shy of confidence Brain protein X11L involved in development of brain fundamentals for processing conflict, suggesting new course of research on nerve mechanisms governing drive and social nature
May	1		Protein cross-linking leads to cell death, induces alcohol-related hepatic deficit: Discovery of new mechanism for hepatic cell death in liver damaged by alcohol
May	1		A complicated birth for the germ cell lineage * How it all begins
April	30		Positions open for Collaboration Researchers from Industry for new collaborations with industry.
April	30		Electrons narrow the gap First ever development of a two-dimensional zero-gap electric conductor from multi-layered single crystals of organic conductor alpha-(BEDT-TTF)2I3
April	24		Discovery of the Secretory Vesicle Cluster, a new plant cell organelle with the function of transporting large quantities of intracellular substances, possible application to the effective production of plant bio-mass
April	23		Repetitive genomic sequences play essential role in regulating gene expression.
April	23		RIKEN Omics Science Center receives $17 million MEXT grant to expand their sequencing capacity
April	22		Onset of polyglutamine disease progresses via accelerated fibrosing of proteins: Protein coupling likened to falling dominoes in newly proposed propagation mechanism
April	21		Of fibers and filaments Low-toxicity insulin-amyloid fibrils discovered that have a noodle rather than needle shape, marking a step toward clarifying the riddle of the toxic effects of needle amyloid in Alzheimer's disease
April	20		International FANTOM consortium publishes three milestone papers based on large-scale genome-wide data analysis Filling out the map
April	15		Success in NMR-based analysis of the unique and complex three dimensional structure of natural mucin via application of analytical techniques developed through the study of the new material qniumucin from jellyfish
April	15		The path to olfaction Elucidating the existence of bilaterally unsymmetrical neuronal networks in olfactory neurons, suggesting a close relationship between olfaction and emotion exemplified by the like/dislike of odors
April	13		RIKEN and Tohoku University concluded an agreement for research promotion in the fields of computing and computer science
April	10		Elucidation of the partial effect of the female hormone estrogen on memory improvement: Gender differences following transgenic treatment of patients with chronic brain circulatory disturbance suggests stronger tolerance to brain lesions in the female brain than in the male brain.
April	8		Clarification of Oxygen Adsorption Mechanism of Oxygen Storage Protein, Myoglobin *
April	8		Arachidonic acid may promote neurogenesis and thus prevent mental disorder
April	7		All in the timing Elucidating the close relationship between plant circadian clock and mitochondrial functions: Body clock regulation holds the key to the production of stress-tolerant plants and plants that produce useful substances
April	6		In a trial relocation, three RIKEN NMR pipelines were transferred to three research organizations, including Osaka University, in order to promote their use among external users
April	3		New venture business established for the purpose of 'R&D, production and sales of natural products from jellyfish,' a research-development outcome of the JST-sponsored university venture creation project
April	3		A matter of taste Identifying transcription modulators for the appearance of taste receptor cells through computer analysis, revealing that the selected Hes1 gene suppresses the differentiation of stem cells into taste receptor cells
April	3		Shaping the matrix Clarification of the function in synapses associated with Shank, one of genes causing autism, suggests that the normal synaptic skeleton is formed by the network structure of two proteins, Shank and Homer
March	31		Opening Dr. Benno Laboratory, sponsored by seven companies including Yakult, studying the development of a new system of technology which will enable the measurement and evaluation of personalized physiologic and metabolic functions
March	31		RIKEN adopts Semantic Web as the data-release standard of its database-construction infrastructure
March	31		Shortening the generation of generations Success in doubling of mouse growth through use of an immature embryonic cell, making possible generational change in forty four days, half of the established rate and the shortest rate among vertebrates
March	30		Ins and outs of the early embryo *
March	30		RIKEN and Amalgaam Inc. concluded a bio-genetic resource deposit agreement for launching a delivery service for Fucci mice which are transformed by a fluorescent cell cycle probe
March	26		Magnetic sensors attract attention New information on ON-OFF switching by gaseous molecules; a revolution in spin-electronics science
March	24		Launching a subscription service for delivery of human iPS to non-profit academic research organization on March 25th, and simultaneous delivery of human ES cells for the further promotion of the world's stem cell research
March	23		RIKEN and Tokyo University of the Arts concluded a principle agreement on March 24th aiming at the creation of a new form of expression at the crossroads between the sciences and the arts.
March	20		Elucidating a riddle behind fullerene-based superconductor with critical temperature 38 K: Conversion by pressure of the Mott insulation state to the electron-mobile metalic state
March	19		Establishment of K1.8BR beam line in J-PARC Hadron Experimental Facility: Starting ejection of the secondary beam
March	18		Success in multiple detection of charged particles with zero non-sensitive moment, suggesting a major step towards development of single molecular structural analysis by XFEL
March	18		Clarifying metal absorption mechanism by ferritin, a cage-shaped protein molecule 12 nm in diameter, at an atomic-level resolution, promising the development of nano-biotechnology using protein molecules
March	16		Development of a real time analytical method for whole metaboloites in the process of microorganism fermentation, widely applicable to process control of fermented food and energy production, evaluation of naturality, and so on.
March	13		New gene involved in sulfo-lipid biosynthesis discovered through lipid metabolome analysis, revealing new possibilities for the production, by means of the regulation of sulfo-lipid biosynthesis, of plants tolerant to phospher-deficiency and plants that produce useful substances
March	13		Plotting a career change Elucidation of a new immune regulation mechanism for discrimination of foreign bodies in intestinal immunity balance, including differentiation of immune inhibitory T-cells to immune responsive helper T-cells
March	11		Identification of molecules essential for the formation and preservation of immunity memory: Advancement in the elucidation of mechanisms, such as vaccination, that answer in part the question of why immunity is long-lasting.
March	11		Success in simple, high-precision X-ray structure analysis that accelerates the efficacy with which three-dimensional protein structure is determined: Technology developed that modifies protein through the addition of artificial amino acid containing iodine in the presence of E. coli
March	10		In a world first, it has been found that aphids host their mutualistic bacterium utilizing genes acquired from other bacteria.
March	10		Many ways to grow Elucidation in Arabidopsis thaliana of the special biosynthetic pathway of auxin, a plant growth hormone earlier foreseen by Darwin and his son.
March	6		Committee report on literature survey that scientists in BRS are responsible for as corresponders
March	6		Magnetic x-ray vision Success in the detection of strangely rotating orbital electrons with SPring-8 X-ray
March	5		Elucidating the accentuation of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) by the reduced SOD1 enzymic activity in Schwann cells, suggesting a possibility for a new ALS therapy through normalizing Schwann cells
March	4		Success in Observation of Transverse Acoustic Wave in Liquid! *
March	4		A mouse deficient in the neuronal adhensive factor DSCAM was found to be attacked by sudden death from central respiratory disorder, suggesting that DSCAM gene transformation might be associated with infant sudden death syndrome.
February	24		Clarification of a new principle that yeast mitochondrial DNA initiates recombination without twisting its double helical strand, giving an answer to the controversial difference in the experimental results between in vitro and in vivo tests
February	17		Development of a nano-scale manufacturing technology with photons, which can regulate metalic ion recrystallization and enable flexible three-dimensional manufacturing of nano-sized metals.
February	16		Identifying a new regulation mechanism for joint formation by FGF9, a factor involved in cartilage or bone formation through its dimerization and controlled localization.
February	13		Endothelial cells give birth to blood *
February	10		Homing in on heart attacks Identifying genetic polymorphism in BRAP, a binding protein of galectin-2, for risk of onset of cardiac infarction.
February	10		Assignment of ten new research subjects for external NMR facility users, including research regarding the quality control of new materials such as polymers for protection against freezing.
February	4		RIKEN scientists to present research at AAAS 2009 annual meeting
January	30		Notch has a dHand in smooth muscle differentiation *
January	30		Mucin from jellyfish was found to be verry effective action to animal arthritis treatment, providing a new possible strategy for the radical treatment of human osteoarthritis
January	28		Building a soy gene library Success in identification of ca. 23,000 complete length cDNAs of Japanese soybean, being critical resource to its post-genome study and developing new variety of soybean
January	27		Suppression of mRNA-like non-coding RNAs (nc-RNAs) by the quality control surveillance mechanism for defective mRNAs, elucidated through the first comprehensive analysis for expression regulation of mRNA-like nc-RNAs
January	23		The pairing habits of superconductors New method for the detection of 'the shape of Cooper pair' of high-Tc superconducting substance, useful for mechanistic elucidation of superconductivity generated from materials hitherto unknown such as high-Tc superconductors
January	22		Unraveling fibers Elucidation of actin filament structure by X-ray fiber diffraction study, providing a new step toward the mechanistic understanding of the physiological function of actin, a protein essential for life
January	20		Fungal recognition Identifying a receptor to Malassezia, a pathogenic fungus causing skin disease, opening the possibility of medical access to fungus induced diseases
January	19		Networking for survival Comprehensive identification of metabolome involved in plant drying stress response, suggesting the possible improvement of plant species tolerant to environmental stress
January	16		No pores in the war on epilepsy Confirming mouse epilepsy caused by the disorder of gene causative to epilepsy, suggesting the presence of a new disease mechanism
January	14		As for the international workshop on iron-related high-Tc superconductors
January	13		Finding a new synthetic pathway, whose existence has been denied for over thirty years, for plant sterols, the same route as that of animals.
January	8		'RIKEN Science Seminar' is held: Guest speaker, Soun Takeda, a calligrapher, will talk about what is science to him.