Prof. Takahiro Nitta
Professor, Applied Physics
Applied physicist specializing in molecular motors and biomolecular machines research.
About Prof. Takahiro Nitta
Dr. Takahiro Nitta is an Associate Professor in the Applied Physics Course at the Faculty of Engineering, Gifu University, Japan. His research focuses on the physics of molecular motors, biomolecular machines, and cellular transport systems. He has extensive experience in experimental and theoretical studies of motor proteins, particularly kinesin and myosin dynamics. His collaborative work investigates the fundamental mechanisms underlying biological transport and their applications in nanotechnology.
Focus
Molecular Motor Physics
Biomolecular Machines
Cellular Transport Systems
Applied Biophysics
🔬 Research Contributions
Biomolecular Machines
Active spiralling of microtubules driven by kinesin motors
Novel spiral motion patterns in kinesin-driven microtubules and their implications for cellular organization
Published: September 15, 2025
Effects of defective motors on biosensor performance
Comprehensive study of how motor protein defects impact the performance of molecular motor-powered biosensors
Published: September 15, 2025
Linking path and filament persistence lengths of microtubules gliding over kinesin
Quantitative analysis of the relationship between different persistence measures in microtubule-motor systems
Published: September 15, 2025
Contribution Stats
3
Total Contributions
2025
Member Since
Gifu, Japan
Location
3
Research Contributions