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    Expertise & Skills<\/h3>\n

    \n Cell Biology, Autophagy, Microorganism\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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    Message for researchers<\/h3>\n

    \n I hope to help your research outcomes blossom, while valuing your passion and the excitement of research. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for support!\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    What inspired me to become a research administrator (URA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    During my doctoral studies, I became aware of the challenges of the research environment and the heavy workload faced by faculty members. As I thought about potential solutions to these issues, I learned about the profession of university research administrator (URA). Having also received URA’s support in preparing grant applications, I realized I wanted to pursue a career that supports researchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Academic & Professional Background<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Bachelor’s degree, Faculty of Science, Kyoro University<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Master’s degree, Graduate School of Biostudies, Kyoto University<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Ph.D., Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • University Research Administrator, University of Tsukuba<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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