The 47th Annual Meeting of the Molecular Biology Society of Japan

Nobuaki Kono (Keio University), Toshihiko Kishimoto (Toho University)

Approximately 3.5 billion years since the inception of life, organisms have continuously adapted and evolved in response to diverse environmental stresses. Evolution, a universal phenomenon, progresses through the creation of diversity via mutations and through natural selection. However, the intricate mechanisms of this process remain elusive. In this symposium, we will focus on key elements of evolution, such as intra-species diversity, mutation rates, and the response to natural selection pressures. Using long-term stress-adapted evolutionary systems, we will systematically analyze the evolutionary processes of organisms. Our aim is to deepen the understanding of the universal theme of life's evolution through this gathering.