I have been dedicated to myopia research for the past two years because the complications of myopia bring a great burden to people’s quality of life and social economy. With the development of society and the popularization of electronic products, simple myopia seems to be inevitable. However, simple myopia does not suddenly transform into pathological myopia, and there should be a gradual deterioration process during this period, my research is searching for such a state and indicator to gain a deeper understanding and prevent complications of myopia, improve the lifelong quality of life of myopic individuals.
I have been an ophthalmologist for 10 years before, so I have a better understanding of clinical needs. I will promote my research results in the clinic in the future.

本研究が組織採取や疾患モデルの開発が問題となる様々な疾患の新たな研究・治療戦略開発の一助になればと思う。自身の将来像としては、今後も実際の臨床現場に赴き問題点に対峙することで、患者および医療現場のニーズに沿った新たな診断・治療法開発のアイデアを生みつつ、他分野の人材とも連携し、より大きな規模の研究を主導できる立場になり、様々な研究者のアイデアを社会に生かせるような仕組み作りに寄与したい。

現在、自治体と連携したウェルビーイングに関する調査研究や、産官学連携によるイノベーション推進プロジェクト、研究機関やNPO等と連携した女性の健康に関する調査研究等に携わっています。研究テーマとしては、特に、仕事と治療の両立支援に関心を持っています。今後も、社会人経験を活かしながら、自治体や企業等と連携し、研究の社会実装推進に取り組んでいきたいと考えています。

My research is dedicated to developing new drugs and therapies for retinal vascular diseases and expanding the understanding of them. The ever-evolving challenges of research fuel my curiosity and bring a deep sense of accomplishment. I aim to integrate emerging technologies like AI and gene therapy to revolutionize diagnostics and treatment protocols. I am also committed to contributing to a dynamic, collaborative scientific community focused on mitigating the impact of retinal diseases worldwide. Valuing the research opportunity provided by Keio University, I am resolved to persistently apply my efforts toward these endeavors.

Coming to study abroad in Japan has created a great opportunity for me to expand my perspective of the current field, although staying at Japan is my favoured option for building my career, I am still actively looking at opportunities in other countries. Environment-wise, I would love to work in an international environment, and be able to fully utilise my ability in languages. In addition to my research and application of bioinformatics, I aim to acquire skill and knowledge in machine learning and artificial intelligence to aid analysis in a higher level.

I am investigating the relationship between ocular conditions such as presbyopia, myopia, and dry eye and quality of life, including the interrelationship with other systemic conditions. I am also exploring animal models of diabetic retinopathy to better understand the disease pathogenesis and develop new treatments in humans. I have a Doctorate of Optometry and a Master’s in Public Health, so I am experienced in clinical practice and understand that side of the field. In the future, I hope to find positions that allow me to continue to research ocular conditions and improve patient outcomes.

私は臨床医と研究医の両方の視点から難聴治療に貢献できる医師になりたいと考えている。医学研究で得られた知見を臨床に活かせないか常に考えながら直接患者に還元することができ、また、実際の患者から医学的疑問を見つけて基礎研究につなげることができるという点で、臨床と研究を両立させることは大きなメリットを持つと考えている。難聴の病態解明および治療薬開発というビッグテーマで少しでも多くのことを明らかにしたい。