Prof. Dr. Shinya Yamanaka

Director Emeritus of the Center for iPS Cell Research and Application (CiRA) at Kyoto University, 2012 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine for the landmark discovery that mature, specialized cells can be reprogrammed to become pluripotent stem cells.

Official faculty profile ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs), Stem Cell Biology, Cellular Reprogramming, Regenerative Medicine, Gene Regulation
Academic position: Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine (2012) / Director Emeritus, CiRA
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs), Stem Cell Biology, Cellular Reprogramming are advised to consult formal department application channels.

Kyodai guide ↗Biology subject guide ↗Mentorship ↗

Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-14. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

Reviewed 2026-10-14 · Editorial standards · Report an issue