Ken Takahashi, talks about how Organ Chip Science can create change for a better world.臓器チップ科学が医療のあり方をどのように変え、より良い世界づくりに貢献できるかをご紹介します。 Ken Takahashi is an Associate Professor at Okayama University and CEO of Physiora, a startup pioneering the future of medical care through organ chip technology. He has developed innovative methods for culturing cells in microdevices to test drug effects and collaborates on research with Harvard University and institutions worldwide. Takahashi’s work extends to space medicine and regenerative medicine, driven by a vision of a future where humans and animals coexist in harmony. Beyond his research, he has completed an Ironman triathlon and served as a torchbearer for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Passionate about supporting the next generation, he is dedicated to empowering young people to take on new challenges.岡山大学准教授。臓器チップ技術を活用し、未来の医療を創るスタートアップ「フィジオーラ」代表。細胞を小さなデバイスで培養し、薬の効果を試す技術を開発。ハーバード大学をはじめ世界各国と共同研究を進める。宇宙医学や再生医療にも携わり、人と動物が共生できる未来を探求。研究者でありながら、アイアンマントライアスロン完走者、東京2020オリンピック聖火ランナーとしても挑戦を続ける。若者の挑戦を全力で応援中。 This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx