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Prof. Haruki Kitazawa is the Dean of the Graduate School of Agricultural Science at Tohoku University. He earned his Ph.D. in 1993 from Tohoku University, focusing on the immunomodulatory functions of phosphopolysaccharides produced by lactic acid bacteria. He has been actively involved in international research collaborations, particularly with CERELA-CONICET, exploring the potential of immunomodulatory pro- and postbiotics. His outstanding contributions to the field are reflected in his authorship of over 300 internationally peer-reviewed publications on pro- and postbiotics. His current research focuses on the immunoregulatory properties of immunobiotics and immunosymbiotics, a specialized group of probiotics that positively influence the mucosal immune system in the gut. Additionally, he is pioneering the development of an advanced immunobiotic evaluation system, utilizing pattern recognition receptors in vitro, employing diverse livestock cell lines to enhance scientific understanding and application in animal and human health. Based on his research career, he was awarded the 2025 Japan Prize of Agricultural Science/The Yomiuri Prize of Agricultural Science.