As epitomized by the co-awarding of the 2008 Novel Prize in Chemistry to Dr. Osamu Shimomura for his discovery of green fluorescent protein in the crystal jellyfish, visualization of atomic- and molecular-scale materials sometimes makes sudden advances in various scientific fields. In particular, the biosciences seek to gain a better understanding of the molecular mechanisms in cells, tissues, and whole bodies, and of organism behavior via precise imaging of many molecules changing in time and space, followed by the appropriate processing of the information obtained. We established the Bioimaging Center in our graduate school in April of this year to advance integrated research and collaboration among several departments or divisions through the aid of bioimaging sciences. At the Bioimaging Center, we support the use of bioimaging equipment, develop innovative bioimaging techniques and systems, and transmit our achievements to the world.