``Chiral chemistry'' begins with Pasteur, and the mysteries of life molecules begin in the mid-19th century - Mr. Soai, ``A time-honoured theme'' - Nobel Prize

Kenzo Soai, Professor Emeritus of Tokyo University of Science, who was selected to receive the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, gave an interview to Jiji Press and reflected on the research progress that led to the discovery of ``asymmetric autocatalytic reactions,'' which are related to the origin of life, and the influence of his mentor, the late Mitsuaki Mukaiyama.

Also a starting point for exploration of asteroids and Mars: A journey to explore the origin of life - the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the "Soai reaction"

Professor Emeritus Kenzo Soai (76) of Tokyo University of Science discovered ``asymmetric autocatalytic reactions'' and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. This discovery will lead to elucidation of why life on Earth uses only left-handed molecules, and will serve as a starting point for research on the origin of life on asteroids and in the Martian sphere, including the Hayabusa2 exploration of Ryugu and the future MMX mission.

Kenzo Soai ``I will continue my research'' The day after the decision was made, I realized the Nobel Prize - Saitama

On the 8th, one day after the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was announced, Professor Emeritus Kenzo Go of Tokyo University of Science responded to an interview in Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture. While talking about his joy at receiving the award, he expressed his desire to continue his research.

Soai: ``I don't really have a clear feeling'' A day after the Nobel Prize was decided - Saitama

The morning after receiving the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, Kenzo Go (76), professor emeritus at Tokyo University of Science, gave an interview to the press in Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture. Regarding how he felt about receiving the award, he said, ``It's still unclear,'' but he responded to congratulations from nearby residents and showed concern for the press.

Ultra-long life is based on mitochondrial function: Cellular energy production - international team analyzes 194-year-old giant tortoise

Genomic analysis of Jonathan, the world's oldest giant tortoise at 194 years old, revealed that a group of genes involved in maintaining mitochondrial function and DNA repair are well regulated. An international team including the Carrel Foundation in the US published this in Science Advances. Expectations are high for elucidating the longevity mechanism.

Nobel Prize: ``I'm very happy'' Professor Emeritus Soai holds press conference - Tokyo

Professor Emeritus Kenzo Go of the Tokyo University of Science, who was selected to receive the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, held a press conference in Tokyo and expressed his joy and gratitude to his collaborators. He said he received the news of the award while shopping.