It is a specialized research institute for the development of medical mycology
This center is a research institute that focus on education and research for the development of medical mycology. While conducting a wide range of research in medical mycology, including the development of methods of diagnostic and therapeutic for mycosis, we are also collecting, preserving and selling pathogenic fungal strains.
We are conducting research activities to save koalas from germ In 2001, we discovered the main cause of koalas' death, a tropical cryptococcal infection, which is called “koala disease”, from koalas in a zoo. In addition, we developed a genetic diagnostic method for koala cryptococcal infection and put it into practical use first in the world. Since the discovery of the cryptococcal infection, we have investigated koalas in domestic zoos and protected the health of koalas in cooperation with each zoo. In August 2021, we will collect samples from koalas in Japan and examine culture test, epidemiological analysis, and breeding management. We will report the result of these to Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums in February 2022. It is expected to report important research results to protect koalas in Japan.
Digital Archives of Medical Mycology The Digital Archives of Medical Mycology was developed by Icam Co., Ltd. With the cooperation of various pharmaceutical companies, The center will celebrate its 40th anniversary in October 2023. This was created as a commemorative project for the 2016 Tokyo Olympics. It contains videos on the mechanism of action of newly developed antifungal drugs, Since it includes commentary by experts, it is useful for education and This is of great research significance, and We believe that it will be widely used, taking into account the historical background of the time. The materials will be available for a limited time only at the Teikyo University Hachioji Campus Library (MELIC). Advance application is required for viewing. Please apply using the application form below.
This center aims at the development of medical mycology widely. As part of this, we are working on continuing research, improving education, and actively engaging in international exchange.
History of establishment
The Center was established in 1983 as the School of Medicine Research Center for Medical Fungi at Teikyo University, Teikyo University, with Hideyo Yamaguchi Professor as the first Head of Center of the university, at the initiative of President School of Medicine Shoichi Okinaga at the time. In 1984, it became a member of the Japan Federation for the Preservation of Microbial Strains (now the Japan Society for Microbial Resources) and has been promoting the conservation of useful fungal strain resources to this day. In 1992, it was reorganized into its current form, Teikyo University Research Institute, and became Teikyo University Institute of Medical Mycology, and in 1995, the English name of the center was also changed to Teikyo University Institute of Medical Mycology (TIMM). Since 2021, OKINAGA Hiroko Deputy President has served as the Head of Center, and in 2023 we will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the center.
Organization / system diagram
Head of Center Okinaga Japanese women who worked as prostitutes in China, Manchuria and Mongolia Professor
This institute is located on the Hachioji Campus. In the institute, we work hard and encourage each other through conducting research on a daily basis, and discussion indiscriminately between researchers and students during breaks.
