Mysteries of Okinawan Habu Venom Decoded
Scientists from OIST have helped sequence the entire venom genome of the Okinawan habu.
Prof. Kenji Doya Awarded Donald O. Hebb Award
International Neural Network Society presents OIST computational neuroscientist with a life contribution award
Bigger Eyes but Reduced Brain Power in Nocturnal Fishes
How does living life in darkness influence the way nocturnal fishes see? A study by OIST scientists finds out.
Study Demonstrates Impact of Temperature on Mitochondrial DNA Evolution
A new study by OIST researchers provides evidence towards selection in mtDNA due to variations in temperature.
Bubbles and Whispers - Glass Bubbles Boost Nanoparticle Detection
OIST-fabricated sensor detects tiny particles with field of bouncing light
STRINGS 2018: Annual Conference on String Theory, Okinawa, Japan
OIST proudly hosted STRINGS 2018, an annual conference on string theory, between 25-29 June 2018.
Mutation and 3D Modelling Reveal New Structure to Cell Division Process
Structure of cohesin, a cell division protein, could be much different than expected, study shows.
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The University Marine Initiate celebrated Umi-no-hi with a reef walk.
OIST hosted a unique dance performance by Kaori Asahiro.
Professor Hitoshi Murayama from UTokyo Kavli IPMU and UCal Berkeley talk on dark matter.
Concert featuring Tali Rubinstein & Friends, “The Amazing Recorder”
Talk event "Sleep debt" by Dr. Mamoru Ichikawa