Faculty of Advanced Life Science
Hokkaido University

Meet The Team


Associate Professor
Xiang Li
I am an expert in analyzing the structure of soft matter using light, X-ray, and neutron scattering and in creating new functional soft materials. I am fluent in Japanese, English, and Chinese, but I speak Japanese best because I have lived in Japan for a very long time.
CV: https://researchmap.jp/xiangpp?lang=en
TEL: 011-706-9020
E-mail: x.li@sci.hokudai.ac.jp

Postdoctoral Researcher
Masashi Ohira
I am working on PEG-DNA gels - leave it to me to bind DNA and PEG!
I am pretty good with alcohol.
CV: https://researchmap.jp/m_ohira
E-mail: m.ohira@sci.hokudai.ac.jp

Postdoctoral Researcher
Takashi Yasuda
I study the basic physical properties of gels and other soft-matter materials. I like cooking and can make dumplings from the skin. I enjoy creating something creative.
CV: https://researchmap.jp/t_yasuda
E-mail: t.yasuda@sci.hokudai.ac.jp

PhD student
Xiaoyuan Wang
My research topic is to study the requirements for crystallization conditions and crystal structures of PEG gels induced by stress. My hobbies are listening to music and making cocktails.
E-mail: xiaoyuan.wang.f2@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

PhD student
Haoyu Wang
I am currently studying the physical properties of super-homogeneous gels. I love cooking and traveling and I would love to have the chance to visit all of Japan's prefectures.
E-mail: haoyu.wang.o1@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

PhD student
Yiran Cui
My research interests include studying macromolecular structure and dynamics in solutions and gels using light scattering techniques.
Motto: Explore the endless world of science and art!
Hobbies: jogging, training, baking.
E-mail: yiran.cui.z8@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Graduate student
Yui Suemura
I am learning about DNA-based gels.
My hobbies include listening to music and reading (mainly mystery novels).
E-mail: suemura.yui.i4@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Undergraduate
Kouta Yanishi
I am learning about the physical properties of DNA gels.
I played baseball until high school, and I like sports.
My hobby is karaoke.
E-mail: yanishi.kota.s8@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Undergraduate
Soutaro Kamakura
My name is Sodairo Kamakura, and I am a fourth-year undergraduate student.
I would like to learn more about light scattering.
I am a member of the football club and work hard every day. My hobbies are visiting second-hand clothes shops, hot springs, motorbikes, manga, etc.
E-mail: kamakura.sotaro.m0@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Undergraduate
Chiharu Aruga
I want to deeply study gels.
I’m a member of the lacrosse team, and we practice early in the morning. I have a passion for both playing and watching sports.
Email: aruga.chiharu.g0@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Undergraduate
Into Kyoka
I study degradation using DNA-based gels. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, running, and reading. I’m also excited to experience the four seasons of Hokkaido.
E-mail: into.kyoka.c2@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Undergraduate
Noriaki Mizumoto
I am conducting research on polymers through computational methods. I’m also a member of the triathlon club, where I swim, cycle, and run!
E-mail: mizumoto.noriaki.w9@elms.hokudai.ac.jp

Research Student
Fengjing Yang
I am currently learning about the theory and application of DLS and SAXS, as well as the stretching and crystallization of PEG gel. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, including badminton, basketball, and cycling.
E-mail: fengjing.yang.u9@elms.hokudai.ac.jp
Technical staff
Naoko Kato
I am responsible for secretarial and technical assistance in the laboratory.
Office hours 9:30-13:45 (Monday 9:30-12:30)
Phone:011-706-9020 <extension number:9020>
E-mail: na_ka@sci.hokudai.ac.jp
Alumni
Postdoctoral Researchers
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Zhao Jingyun