Akihiro Sakurai
Akihiro Sakurai, Ph.D. in genetics from Shinshu University (1993) and M.D. from Niigata University School of Medicine (1984), has an extensive experience in academia and clinical practice. He served as an Assistant Professor at Shinshu University School of Medicine (Feb 1994 - Mar 2003) and an Associate Professor at the Department of Genetics and Preventive Medicine (Apr 2003 - Mar 2013). Currently, he is a Professor at Sapporo Medical University School of Medicine, specializing in genetics and endocrinology, contributing significantly to research and education.
Hideko Yamauchi
Hideko Yamauchi, MD from Juntendo University School of Medicine (1987), holds various certifications and licenses, including Japanese and American medical licenses. Her leadership is evident from chairing the Expert Review Panel for a cancer patient employment support program, influencing healthcare policies. Internationally recognized for her research contributions, she won the Best Video Award at the European Society of Surgical Oncology Congress. Her research covers diverse topics, such as cancer treatment, genomic analysis, psychological support systems, fertility preservation, hereditary tumors, and cancer survivorship. Notably, her research grants come from various sources, including the Ministry of Health (Japan) and Japanese Breast Cancer Society.
Aikou Okamoto
Concurrently serving as the Chief Professor at The Jikei University Hospital (Tokyo, Japan) and as a Chairman at The Jikei University Hospital, he is a prominent figure in the field of gynecological cancer research, with a focus on molecular genetics. Awards received among many, include the Jikei University School of Medicine Best Researcher Award (1996) and The Best Award at the 10th World Congress on Advances in Oncology and 8th International Symposium on Molecular Medicine (2005). He has served as Congress President for various medical conferences and has authored numerous papers, contributing significantly to the understanding and management of gynecological cancers.