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New Mechanism Unveiled for Diversity in Fish Fins: Evolution of Spiny Rays Key to Liberation from Rod-shaped Collagen [Tohoku University, Okayama University]

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Published Apr 18, 2026 5:07 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 1:33 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Tohoku University and Okayama University have elucidated a new mechanism that creates diversity in fish fins.
They discovered that the evolution of spiny rays and their liberation from rod-shaped collagen is key.
Okayama University, as a regional core and distinctive research university, aims to achieve SDGs and create new value globally.

Tohoku University and Okayama University have elucidated a new mechanism that creates diversity in fish fins. They discovered that the evolution of spiny rays and their liberation from rod-shaped collagen is key. Okayama University, as a regional core and distinctive research university, aims to achieve SDGs and create new value globally.

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Okayama University, headquartered in Kita-ku, Okayama City, is a national regional core and distinctive research university with 10 faculties, 1 program, 7 graduate schools, 4 research institutes, an affiliated hospital, and affiliated schools. As a recipient of the first 'Japan SDGs Award' Special Prize from the government and a university selected for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's 'Regional Core and Distinctive Research University Strengthening Promotion Project (J-PEAKS)', Okayama University aims to realize the Okayama University Vision 2050 and continues to create new value from Okayama to the world.

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FAQ

Where is the headquarters of Okayama University located?

The headquarters of Okayama University is located in Kita-ku, Okayama City.

What is the academic structure of Okayama University?

It has 10 faculties, 1 program, 7 graduate schools, 4 research institutes, an affiliated hospital, and affiliated schools.

What award did Okayama University receive from the Japanese government?

The university received the first 'Japan SDGs Award' Special Prize from the government.

For which promotion project was Okayama University selected by the Ministry?

It was selected for the 'Regional Core and Distinctive Research University Strengthening Promotion Project' also known as J-PEAKS.

What is the future goal that Okayama University aims to realize?

Okayama University aims to realize the Okayama University Vision 2050 and continue creating new value from Okayama.

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