Research pioneer since 1986
IgY applications for humans and animals
Innovative IgY applications can transform human and animal health. Learn about IRIG’s cutting-edge research on how to use egg yolk antibodies for improving lives.
About IRIG
Exploring the functions and potentials of chicken egg antibodies
For over 30 years, the Immunology Research Institute in Gifu (IRIG) has pioneered research on chicken egg antibody (IgY) technology. We have successfully developed many patented IgY applications against different pathogens in human, production animals, and pets.
What is IgY?
Building passive immunity through chicken egg antibodies
Animals’ immune systems rely on antibodies to fight against bacteria and viruses. Birds protect their offspring by transferring antibodies from the mother to the chick via the egg. Chicken egg yolks contain a large quantity of “egg yolk immunoglobulins” or IgY.