Commemorating Professor Takeo Ohnishi

Professor Takeo Ohnishi, a pioneering figure in radiation biomedicine, significantly advanced the field through his research on radiation effects, cancer biology, and related disciplines. His work spanned multiple domains, including ultraviolet radiation studies, slime mold sporangia formation, hyperthermia, heavy particle beams, astrobiology, and low-dose radiation. Ohnishi's flexible and innovative research approach, particularly his focus on the TP53 gene across various studies, set him apart as a model educator and researcher. He played a crucial role in establishing key institutions like the Radiation Effects Research Institution (RERI) and the Radiation Biology Center (RBC), fostering collaboration among radiation researchers nationwide. Additionally, he contributed to international efforts, notably organizing the International Congress of Radiation Research (ICRR2015) in Kyoto. Ohnishi's legacy includes numerous publications, his role as dean at Nara Medical University, and his mentorship of many students who became professors themselves.

Utsumi, H. (2017). Commemorating Professor Takeo Ohnishi. Journal of Radiation Research, 58(5), 601–602. https://doi.org/10.1093/jrr/rrx056