ANNOUNCEMENT
WPI-Bio2Q Newsletter “Bio2Q Connect” Vol. 2, Issue 12 Released
December 29, 2025
WPI-Bio2Q Newsletter Vol.2, Issue 12
Credits: WPI-Bio2Q
WPI-Bio2Q has released the latest issue of our newsletter, “Bio2Q Connect” (Vol. 2, Issue 12).
This issue highlights the selection of six Bio2Q researchers as “Highly Cited Researchers 2025,” a comprehensive report on the 4th Keio University WPI-Bio2Q International Symposium, and our successful outreach at KEIO TECHNO-MALL 2025.
Key Highlights:
Highly Cited Researchers 2025: Six WPI-Bio2Q researchers were recognized for their global research impact, including Director Kenya Honda, who has achieved the milestone of 12 consecutive years on this list.
4th WPI-Bio2Q International Symposium: Focused on the integration of biology, microbiome, and metabolomics for healthy longevity, featuring insights from 12 leading international researchers and a dynamic poster session by young scientists.
Research Introduction (Series #10): Dr. Nadinath Nillegoda (PI, Bio-1 Core) shares exciting new research exploring how protein quality control (PQC) pathways support the regeneration of the primate gut epithelium.
KEIO TECHNO-MALL 2025: Bio2Q engaged with over 100 visitors at the Tokyo International Forum, showcasing cutting-edge research and connecting with the academic and industrial communities.
Research Internship Program 2026: We are inviting applications for our research internship opportunity under the STaMP program for students interested in Keio’s master’s or doctoral programs.
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Back Numbers
Vol. 2, Issue 11 (November 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 10 (October 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 9 (September 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 8 (July 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 7 (June 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 6 (May 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 5 (March 29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 4 (January29, 2025)
Vol. 2, Issue 3 (November 29, 2024)
Vol. 2, Issue 2 (October 29, 2024)
Vol. 2, Issue 1 (September 29, 2024)
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