The mission of the Nagase R&D Center is to develop a technology platform that backs up the Nagase Group' s future business and to act as a driving force in maximizing business performance related to the life sciences. The Center will continue to energetically offer and provide the market with technological solutions.

1. Process development technologies

• Development of production methods for unnatural amino acids by utilizing Maruoka Catalyst ™ (asymmetric phase-transfer catalyst)
• Development of functional products using unnatural amino acid

2. Biotechnology (microorganisms, enzymes)

• Identifi cation of new enzymes through a ready-to-use microorganism and genome library
• Achievement of highly effi cient protein production by utilizing genetic engineering
• Production of substances by utilizing enzymatic reaction technologies
• Development of various chemicals by utilizing genetically modified microbes

3. Natural materials development and application technologies

• Identification and evaluation of new ingredients for health foods and cosmetics
• Development of formulation methods for cosmetics and health foods

4. Drug discovery support technologies

• Development of nucleic acid-related technology in cooperation with TAGCyx Biotechnologies
• Development of applications for adhesamine derivatives in the field of regenerative medicine
• Development of reagent for receptors in humans in the diagnostic and evaluation fields

5. Analysis and evaluation technologies

• Analysis of imported active pharmaceutical ingredients according to the Japanese Pharmacopeia in compliance with GMP standards and the establishment of specifications

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