Research activities
SPECIAL ISSUE 2009
Development of new breed with mutation technology using heavy ion beam
By inducing artificial mutation by heavy ion beam, plant varieties with useful characteristics, such as those tolerant to salt or able to collect heavy metals can be developed.
- Tomoko ABE, Team leader
- Radiation Biology Team, Nishina Center for Accelerator-based Science
ECO HIGHLIGHT 2008
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The future of the earth as seen by the creatures of the micro-world Elucidating the ecosystem of symbiotic creatures
Shigeharu MORIYA, Unit Leader
Biosphere Oriented Biology Research Unit -
Deep UV light opens up new eco markets Many breakthroughs in growing high quality crystals
Hideki HIRAYAMA, Team leader Terahertz Quantum Device Team
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Developing a method of crystal growing organic molecules without impacting the environment, using ‘natural power’
Takeo MINARI RIKEN Special Postdoctoral Researcher
Enviromental communication
Communication with society ~Interacting wiht the local community
n order to make RIKEN more accessible, we actively promote events that allow interaction with the local community.
Environmental initiatives at each location
We promote an environmentally friendly workplace through activities such as raising awareness for green purchasing.