• Dr Atsushi Kaneko is a leading researcher in mitochondrial biology and nutritional sciences, specializing in the intersection of diet, microbiome‑derived metabolites, and cellular longevity. At JAAN, Dr. Kaneko advances research on how targeted nutrition can optimize mitochondrial health and extend human health span.

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Research Focus

• Mitochondrial Biogenesis & Longevity — studying AMPK and SIRT1 pathways.

• Microbiome‑Derived Metabolites — how gut fermentation products influence NAD⁺ metabolism.

• Nutritional Interventions — role of polyphenols, fermented foods, and postbiotics in cellular resilience.

• Clinical Translation — designing nutritional strategies to prevent age‑related decline.