Life Science Hub
Leveraging Osaka’s strength as a hub for world-leading universities, research institutions, and companies, we are working to develop distinctive industrial clusters.
Saito / Saito Life science park
Drug discovery and R&D hub expanding over the hilly areas of Minoh and Ibaraki cities.
Northern Osaka Health and Biomedical Innovation City KENTO
A health and medical innovation hub with excellent transportation access, located near Umeda and Shin-Osaka.
Nakanoshima Qross
A center for the practical application and industrialization of regenerative medicine, located in the heart of Osaka.
Universities and Research Institutions in the Cluster
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“Town of Medicine” DoshomachiA renowned comprehensive university in Japan with 11 faculties, 15 graduate schools, six research institutes, and two affiliated hospitals, particularly known for immunology. It excels in biomedical sciences, producing many distinguished researchers and actively promoting the industrialization of research outcomes. -
Osaka UniversityA prestigious university in Japan with 11 faculties, 15 graduate schools, six research institutes, and two affiliated hospitals, known for its expertise in immunology. The university excels in biomedical research and plays a significant role in commercializing scientific discoveries. -
Research Institute for Microbial Diseases, Osaka UniversityA leader in medical and biological research, particularly in infectious diseases, immunology, and cancer research. It also conducts studies in genetic engineering and genome analysis, expanding into diverse scientific fields. -
Immunology Frontier Research Center, Osaka UniversityA world-class immunology research hub established as a WPI (World Premier International Research Center Initiative) center. The institute accelerates cutting-edge basic research and its application in medicine. -
Osaka University HospitalOne of Japan’s leading hospitals, dedicated to providing high-quality medical care, fostering medical professionals, and contributing to medical advancements. It is recognized as a top facility for advanced medical research and treatment. -
Institute for Protein Research, Osaka UniversityConducts fundamental research in protein science, combining experimental and computational methods. The institute fosters collaborative research both domestically and internationally, supporting advancements in structural and synthetic protein sciences. -
Osaka Metropolitan University BioMedical ForumProvides expert guidance on research strategies related to the bioindustry. It has established a comprehensive bio-research hub known as the Biomedical Forum, facilitating collaboration across different disciplines. -
Osaka Metropolitan University Center for Health Science InnovationServes as a think tank for urban Osaka, contributing to education, research, and regional development in the field of urban sciences. It aims to create new research and business domains and advance health innovation to drive new industry creation.
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National Institutes of Biomedical Innovation, Health and NutritionEngaged in various projects to establish a foundation for improving pharmaceutical and medical device technologies, as well as research and surveys on public health, nutrition, and dietary habits to contribute to national health improvement. The institute also undertakes work based on the Health Promotion Act. -
National Cerebral and Cardiovascular CenterA national advanced medical center established to investigate and combat cardiovascular diseases. Specialists in heart and brain vascular diseases collaborate with companies to improve treatment outcomes and develop new medical technologies. -
Japan Agency for Medical Research and DevelopmentProvides seamless support from target validation to preclinical development by utilizing drug discovery technologies and facilities within the Drug Discovery Support Network, targeting drug discovery seeds held by researchers at universities and public research institutions. Aims to facilitate technology transfer to pharmaceutical companies. -
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and TechnologyFocuses on biomedical research to achieve a healthy longevity society by elucidating, measuring, and applying biological functions, contributing to the societal implementation of biotechnology-related innovations. -
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices AgencySupports the creation of innovative pharmaceuticals originating from Japan by providing regulatory science (RS) consultations and RS strategy advice to academia and venture companies, particularly for early-stage development, including nonclinical studies and clinical trial planning.