PROJECT
OSI feels responsibility to encourage, facilitate, develop and enhance oceanic and marine science research threw its network, and to foster mutually productive relationships in Japan and several European countries among research facilities, states and private universities and marine organizations working on oceans and their physical, biological, chemical and geological interactions.
Project 1
Deep Ocean Trace Minerals and Microbiome Interactions
Investigating how deep‑ocean trace minerals and marine microbiome metabolites influence gene expression, mitochondrial pathways, and cell signaling. Applications include the development of nutritional interventions and cosmetic actives that support cellular vitality and skin health.
Project 2
Deep sea water microbiome as a Source of Nutrition and Marine Polysaccharides
Exploring deep seawater marine microbiota capable of producing bioactive polysaccharides. These compounds are studied for their GLP‑1 modulatory effects, contributing to appetite regulation and metabolic health, as well as for their cosmetic applications in hydration, barrier repair, and anti‑aging.
Project 3
Immortal Jellyfish as a Model of Aging
•Using Immortal Jellyfish as a comparative model, research focuses on gene expression patterns related to aging, regeneration, while also analyzing their associated microbiomes to uncover novel metabolites with potential for both systemic longevity support and topical skin rejuvenation.