Satoshi Kuroda, MD, PhD
Professor and Chair of Neurosurgery
Professional Information
Biography
Dr. Kuroda's research focuses on Muse cells (Multilineage-differentiating Stress Enduring cells), a type of pluripotent stem cell derived from bone marrow stromal cells that can differentiate into central nervous system cells. His studies have shown that Muse cells play a significant role in brain tissue repair and motor function recovery following ischemic stroke. Notably, Muse cells have been found to integrate into the peri-infarct area, differentiate into neuronal cells, and contribute to functional recovery.
Specialization
Neurosurgery
Education
Medical Degree: Graduated from Hokkaido University School of Medicine in 1986
Residency Training (1986–1992): Specialized in neurosurgery at Hokkaido University Hospital and Osaka National Cardiovascular Center
Ph.D.: Earned his doctorate in medicine from Hokkaido University in 1995
Research Fellowship (1995–1997): Conducted brain research at the Wallenberg Neuroscience Center, Lund University, Sweden, in the laboratory of Prof. Bo K. Siesjö
Research & Publications
Cerebrovascular Surgery: Surgical treatment of brain vascular diseases Pediatric Neurosurgery: Neurosurgical procedures for children Functional Neurosurgery: Surgical interventions affecting brain functions Brain Tumor Surgery: Surgical management of brain tumors Cerebral Hemodynamics and Metabolism: Research on cerebral blood flow and metabolic processes Basic Research on Cerebral Ischemia: Fundamental studies on reduced brain perfusion Cell Transplantation for Central Nervous System Disorders: Stem cell therapies for neurological diseases