Organization / Staff Description
Organization
Director of Tohoku University Hospital
Clinical Research Administration Center
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)
Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED)
Steering Committee
Finance Committee
Department of Administrative Office
CRIETO Tokyo Site
Trial Pharmaceuticals Manager (Department of Pharmacy)
Trial Medical Device Manager (Department of Medical Technology)
Staff
Director,Crieto
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Masashi Aoki, Professor
Chairman
Neurology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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Many specialists involved in the development and support of medical devices and drugs are affiliated to CRIETO. We will put to the best use all the expertise of these staff, while achieving CRIETO’s mission as an integrated body. I hope to do my best to expand upon the foundations and achievements built up thus far by all our stakeholders, and make CRIETO an organization of even higher activity. |
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Research and specialized area.
Uncovering clinical conditions of rare diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and distal myopathy. Performed the first-in-human trials for rare diseases at Tohoku University Hospital through investigator-initiated clinical trials, etc. |
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Deputy Director,CRIETO
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Toru Nakazawa, Professor
Deputy Director, CRIETO
Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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We seek to advance clinical research at Tohoku University Hospital and stimulate R&D activities at Tohoku University as well as to become an institutional hub for departments/units within these two institutions, and for related facilities throughout the Tohoku region. We are also committed to serving as a translational bridge for the Advanced Research Center for Innovations in Next-Generation Medicine (INGEM) efforts to develop next-generation medicine based on systems of personalized medicine and prevention.
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Research and specialized area.
Ophthalmology, neuronal protection and treatment, glaucoma, nano-ocular instillation, biomarker identification, regenerative medicine |
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Deputy Director,CRIETO
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Satoru Yamada,Professor
Depty Director, CRIETO
Periodontology and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Tohoku University
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I am committed to strengthening CRIETO's research support structure to stimulate R&D aimed at practical application of results at Tohoku University Hospital, including clinical research and investigator-initiated trials. Furthermore, we nurture entrepreneurs aspiring to develop advanced medical technologies and promote R&D, within Tohoku University, of medical devices and drugs. |
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Research and specialized area.
Periodontology and Endodontology |
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Deputy Director,CRIETO / Department of Development Promotion
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Koji Ikeda, Special Appointment Professor
Deputy Director,CRIETO / Director, Department of Development Promotion
CRIETO Tohoku University Hospital
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The Department of Development Promotion is in charge of research seed consultation, progress management, and advising on non-clinical trials. It is the contact point regarding all research seeds for anyone who wishes to receive CRIETO support, whether or not he/she is from Tohoku University. Based on its understanding of the overview of research seeds and progress, the department liaises for research seeds receiving support. The most critical task when support is first provided to research seeds is supporting the establishment of development strategies. |
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Research and specialized area.
Regulatory science
Medical device development
Translational research
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Department of International Affairs
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Izumi Kamo, Special Appointment Professor
Director, Department of International Affairs
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In recent years, medical startups from academia have played an increasingly crucial role in developing new medical products. Furthermore, the development of a new drug often requires a global approach to recoup the enormous R&D costs in the future.
To drive global development, we must first create attractive products that satisfy unmet medical needs worldwide and justify establishing new startups. Collaborating with the Department of Development Promotion and the Department of Intellectual Property and with cooperation from parties inside and outside academia, we will develop systems that enable us to continuously create promising products based on Japanese research seeds registered with CRIETO that have the potential to meet real clinical needs and attract investment. Furthermore, global development approaches vary depending on the composition of stakeholders, including those from the private sector, and the timing of a company’s involvement that will ultimately take over development. We will work to increase the number of successful global development cases one by one, thereby strengthening systems that respond to diverse globalization needs. |
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Research and specialized area.
Ph.D. (Pharmacy)
PMI Project Management Professional
ARO Council Certified Project Manager |
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Deputy Director, CRIETO / Department of Clinical Trial Implementation
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Tatsuro Misu, Special Appointment Professor
Deputy Director, CRIETO / Director, Department of Clinical Trial Implementation
CRIETO Tohoku University Hospital
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The CRIETO Department of Clinical Trial Implementation has a staff of around 30 people comprised of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and staff of the Clinical Trial Secretariat. Its mission is, in particular, to provide smooth implementation support across general clinical studies including clinical trials for obtaining governmental approval, and to improve quality through clinical trial reviews.
The development of drugs and medical devices is becoming more global and quicker year by year. The department is committed to supporting a safe and scientific implementation system from the trial preparation stage to simplify procedures, thereby providing a “friendly” environment for patients and all people involved in clinical trials. |
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Research and specialized area.
Neuroimmunology (multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders, etc.) |
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Department of Biodesign
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Atsuhiro Nakagawa, Special Appointment Professor
Director, Department of Biodesign
CRIETO Tohoku University Hospital
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We have been organizing the Academic Science Unit (ASU), infrastructure that enables medical and healthcare developers to identify bedside needs that have commercial potential. Over the last five years since its inception in 2014, we have accepted more than 1,200 corporate researchers in Tohoku University Hospital to find medical needs with the support of medical professionals. We also try to develop the way to create new value for the patients and medical professionals more speedy by educating more medical professional who can be liason for other fields including business and technology. We also try to accomodate emerging technology, such as augmented reality (AR) to medocal environment, changing way of our workstyle. |
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Research and specialized area.
Neurosurgery (traumatic brain injury) |
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Department of Intellectual Property
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Shigehiro Asano, Special Appointment Professor
Director, Department of Intellectual Property
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The primary mission of the Department of Intellectual Property is to facilitate the practical application and societal implementation of academic research outcomes through IP activities, contributing to Tohoku University’s commitment to creating social impact. To fulfill this mission, we work closely with university organizations, including the Intellectual Division of the Head Office of Enterprise Partnerships. Together, we actively support a broad range of initiatives, from invention discovery to filing and patenting, IP utilization through technology transfer to enterprises and startup creation, IP risk management, and awareness-raising activities. To ensure that researchers at CRIETO receive appropriate recognition for their research outcomes, secure research funding, and obtain fair compensation, we provide unwavering support for their IP strategies and development strategies, which serve as a “compass” for advancing their research. Please feel free to contact us regarding any issues related to intellectual property, contract negotiations, or other related matters. |
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Research and specialized area.
Director, Licensing Executives Society Japan
Director, University Network for Innovation and Technology Transfer (UNITT)
Evaluation Panel Member, Practical Research Project for Rare/Intractable Diseases of the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED)
IP Strategy Advisor, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center
Senior Advisor for two biotech ventures |
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Department of Clinical Research Partners
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Hiroi Kasai, Special Appointment Professor
Director, Department of Clinical Research Partners
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To deliver more effective and safe medical care to patients, it is crucial to promote both clinical research in the development of new drugs and novel medical devices, as well as studies aimed at optimizing medical practices. The Clinical Research Partners division conducts activities to advance these clinical studies.
■ Study management tasks for physician-led trials aiming at the practical application of novel medical products
We support researchers who assume the responsibilities of a 'sponsor'. We advance clinical research in multiple aspects, including planning research projects, ensuring proper conduct in accordance with relevant regulations, and managing the research team.
■ Consultation for clinical research aimed at evidence generation: Clinical Research Partner system/general consultation
We provide consultations on clinical research, considering solutions tailored to the specifics of each case.
The Clinical Research Partners division collaborates with internal clinical research-related organizations and strives to contribute to future medical advancements through the promotion of research activities. |
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Research and specialized area.
・ARO Council Certified Study Manager
・Clinical Research administration
・Certified Clinical Research Coordinator(JSCPT)
・Clinical Laboratory Technician |
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Director,CRIETO / Department of Clinical Research Network
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Masashi Aoki, Professor
Director, CRIETO / Director, Department of Clinical Research Network
Neurology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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We participate in the development of the “ Tohoku Translational Research Center Development Network (TTN)” in the Tohoku region, in the Academic Research Organization (ARO), a nationwide organization, the Clinical Research Promotion Council, a national university hospital, Clinical Research Core Hospital Liaison Conference, etc. ,and we are collaborating with the clinical trial promotion organizations of each academy.
Moreover, we intend to develop human resources that can work internationally, by constructing a network with overseas academies.
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Research and specialized area.
Uncovering clinical conditions of rare diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and distal myopathy. Performed the first-in-human trials for rare diseases at Tohoku University Hospital through investigator-initiated clinical trials, etc. |
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Department of Medical Informatics
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Naoki Nakamura, Associate Professor
Director, Department of Medical Informatics
Associate Director, Medical IT Center,
Tohoku University Hospital
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The Department of Medical Informatics will contribute to the smooth promotion of clinical research by establishing an infrastructure that links electronic medical records, departmental systems, and data held by each department, and by creating a database of medical information. It enables the provision of data to clinicians without imposing any burden upon them, and eventually aims to prepare an environment in which research results are returned to the appropriate parties as a matter of course. |
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Research and specialized area.
Hospital Information System,Database,
Data Standardization,Electronic Health Record,
Information Networks |
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Clinical Research Data Center
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Takuhiro Yamaguchi, Professor
Director, Clinical Research Data Center
Biostatistics Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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The Data Center supports investigators through various activities, including development of a protocol and case report forms (CRFs), registration and randomization of patients, project data management, central monitoring, statistical analysis, and report preparation. The Center manages quality control in order to maintain the reliability of clinical research findings. |
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Research and specialized area.
Biostatistics
Clinical information management
Clinical research methodology
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Clinical Research QA Office
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Akira Inoue, Professor
Director, Clinical Research QA Office
Division of Palliative Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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The purpose of the Clinical Research QA Office is to assure the quality of clinical trials including registration trial and clinical researches. As a department that is independent from CRIETO, we perform third-party audits to determine whether each clinical trial or clinical research is observing good clinical practice (GCP) and/or Ethical Guidelines for Medical and Health Research Involving Human Subjects, and study protocols, whether they are complying with relevant laws and regulations, whether appropriate systems have been created for them, and other such matters. |
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Research and specialized area.
Palliative Medicine , Clinical Oncology
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Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine Center
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Masafumi Goto, Professor
Director, Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine Center
United Centers for Advanced Research and Translational Medicine, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine
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Research and specialized area.
Cell transplantation therapies such as pancreatic islet transplantation and hepatocellular transplantation, etc.
Regenerative medicine
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