Dr. Nori Yotsukura

Dr. Nori Yotsukura

Visiting Researcher

The north Pacific is one of most abundant regions of kelp bio-diversity in the world.
In Japan, I have tried to understand the bio-diversity of kelp growing there, and to estimate their phylogenetic relationships. In addition, I have investigated the derivation of Japanese kelp, many of which are endemic species, using molecular methods. Furthermore, I have attempted to grasp genetic features and to conserve the extant resources of kelp in order to be prepared for predicted environmental change, and I have struggled with breeding of kelp to bring up commercial species that show high productivity.
In the Saunders’ lab, I am trying to clarify the phylogenetic relationships between Japanese and North American laminariacean species.