Kurisu Makise
牧瀬 紅莉栖
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Aliases | KuriGohan and Kamehameha |
Biographical information | |
Birth | July 25[1], 1992 Leo symbol (bold) |
Age | 18 |
Status | Alive |
Occupation | Researcher |
Physical information | |
Gender | Female |
Height | 160 cm[1] (5’3″) |
Weight | 45 kg (99 lbs) |
First Appearance | |
Visual Novel | Steins;Gate (Chapter 1) |
Manga | <Missing Data> |
Voice Actors | |
Japanese | Asami Imai |
English | Trina Nishimura |
- Japanese Name: 牧瀬 紅莉栖 (Makise Kurisu)
- Titles: Neuroscientist, Member of the Future Gadget Laboratory
- Franchise:Steins;Gate
Émile Durkheim
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David Émile Durkheim
15 April 1858 Épinal, France
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Died | 15 November 1917(aged 59)
Paris,France
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Nationality | French |
Alma mater | École Normale Supérieure |
Known for | Sacred–profane dichotomy Collective consciousness Social fact Social integration Anomie Collective effervescence |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Philosophy, sociology, education, anthropology, religious studies |
Institutions | University of Paris, University of Bordeaux |
Influences | Immanuel Kant, René Descartes,Plato, Herbert Spencer,Aristotle, Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Auguste Comte. William James, John Dewey, Fustel de Coulanges, Jean-Marie Guyau, Charles Bernard Renouvier, John Stuart Mill |
Influenced | Marcel Mauss,Claude Lévi-Strauss, Talcott Parsons, Maurice Halbwachs, Jonathan Haidt, Lucien Lévy-Bruhl,Bronisław Malinowski, Fernand Braudel, Pierre Bourdieu, Charles Taylor, Henri Bergson, Emmanuel Levinas, Steven Lukes, Alfred Radcliffe-Brown, E. E. Evans-Pritchard, Mary Douglas, Paul Fauconnet, Robert N. Bellah, Ziya Gökalp, David Bloor, Randall Collins, Neil Smelser[1] |
Background and Role
Kurisu Makise is an exceptionally intelligent and driven young scientist whose early accomplishments set her apart. Graduating from university at just seventeen, Kurisu is a neuroscientist at Viktor Chondria University’s Brain Science Institute, where her research focuses on the brain and the mysteries of human consciousness. Her work and her intellect attract attention from both peers and mentors, establishing her as a rising star in the scientific community despite her young age.
Kurisu Makise holds her stuffed toy close, revealing a rare glimpse of her softer side behind the brilliance and determination that define her scientific spirit.
Personality and Relationships
Kurisu is often seen as a stoic and highly rational person, qualities that make her appear initially unapproachable or aloof. However, beneath her reserved exterior lies a caring individual who is dedicated to her friends and passionate about her work. Her intelligence and analytical mind drive her to examine the world logically, sometimes leading her to clash with Okabe’s chaotic, imaginative approach to science. Kurisu’s interactions with the lab members often reveal her vulnerability and kindness, and her dynamic relationship with Okabe unfolds as one of mutual respect, rivalry, and eventually, affection.
Symbolically, Kurisu represents the interplay between logic and emotion, science and humanity. Despite her commitment to rationality, her involvement in time travel leads her to question the boundaries of science and to confront the ethical and personal implications of altering the past. Her evolution within the lab’s experiments reflects her deepening understanding of relationships, sacrifice, and the role of science in the human experience.
Appearance
Kurisu is depicted with a serious yet approachable appearance that contrasts her scientific brilliance with a subtle, relaxed style. She has striking red hair and typically wears a casual lab coat over her clothes, adding to her professional image while maintaining an air of youthful simplicity. Her sense of style and confidence make her presence stand out, complementing her straightforward, logical personality.
Role in Steins;Gate
Kurisu’s role in Steins;Gate is central to the lab’s journey through time. As the team’s principal scientist, she guides Okabe and the other lab members through the complex theories required to understand their discoveries. Her insight is essential to the development of the lab’s technology and the theoretical framework behind time travel. As she becomes more involved in the lab’s efforts to fix timelines and prevent catastrophic outcomes, Kurisu’s relationship with Okabe deepens, forming an emotional core that adds depth and urgency to their quest. Her sacrifices and dedication to the lab’s goals underscore her role as both a scientist and a friend, driving her to protect the people she cares about.
Kurisu’s expertise also has a lasting impact on the Steins;Gate world, as her findings form the foundation for much of the lab’s success. In several timelines, Kurisu is faced with making difficult choices that have consequences for herself and her friends, further highlighting her commitment to the lab’s mission and to Okabe.
Trivia and Insights
★Scientific Influence: Kurisu’s background in neuroscience brings a unique perspective to the lab’s work, adding a layer of scientific authenticity to the narrative. Her character is inspired by real-world scientific themes that resonate throughoutSteins;Gate.
★Cultural Nicknames: Okabe affectionately refers to her as “Christina” or “Assistant,” teasing nicknames that highlight her role as a serious and sometimes skeptical counterpart to his eccentricities.
★Relationship with Okabe: Kurisu’s relationship with Okabe is one of the emotional anchors of the series, blending rivalry, respect, and a budding romance that grows as they work together to overcome challenges.
Legacy
Kurisu Makise’s presence in Steins;Gate serves as a symbol of intellectual curiosity and emotional depth, balancing her scientific knowledge with a compassionate heart. Her willingness to face the unknown and to make sacrifices for her friends make her one of the most beloved characters in the series, embodying the enduring spirit of discovery, resilience, and loyalty. Through her story, Steins;Gate explores the intersection of science, emotion, and the human connection, making Kurisu a central and memorable figure whose influence resonates across timelines.