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Mamiko Yajima is an Associate Professor specializing in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry. Her research focuses on the mechanisms of developmental plasticity in essential living organisms that enable them to survive, develop, and regenerate effectively in varying environments. Yajima's specific studies address the functional contributions of germline molecules to somatic lineages during the processes of developmental reprogramming and regeneration. By utilizing highly regulative sea urchin embryos, she investigates how embryos flexibly and tightly regulate their developmental program, especially when normal developmental pathways are altered. Through her work, she aims to uncover fundamental insights into biological adaptability and regeneration, contributing to the broader understanding of developmental biology.
Department: Department of Economics