International Society of Rare Sugars (ISRS)

Rare sugar research was initiated in Kagawa University in the 1970s. In inheriting over four billion years of history of rare sugars, researchers have begun a new journey to elucidate their significance and value. Researchers have been challenged to ce and value. Researchers have been challenged to restore monosaccharides as key constituents of the glycoscience world. This challenge has led to the discovery of new methods of producing rare sugars and of physiological functions which have in turn led to the accelerated progress and expansion of rare sugar research worldwide. Consequently, the International Society of Rare Sugars (ISRS) was established in 2001. ISRS has hosted international symposia biannually or triennially from 2002 to disseminate core research on the elucidation of production methods, physical properties, and functionality in many fields. Since then, applied research has progressed dramatically, and has led to innovation. In view of this evolution, the ISRS shall establish the “ISRS Award” for research to enhance the significance and value of rare sugars that are developed around the world. The ISRS Award be an award for leaders in rare sugar research that makes a significant contribution to human welfare and health under the regulations as described above in Constitution and Regulation of the ISRS. ...view more