Unlocking Research Opportunities in Japan: JSPS Funding Information Session
Schedule
Thu Jan 29 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
London South Bank University | London, EN
About this Event
Are you looking to take your research global? From the humanities to the hard sciences, the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) provides the funding to make it happen.
This session is designed for researchers at all career stages—from PhD candidates to established Professors.
Whether you are a doctoral student looking for your first international experience or senior academic staff aiming to build large-scale institutional networks, this session provides the roadmap to collaborating with Japan. JSPS offers a wide range of support, including individual fellowships, group-level project funding, and institutional collaborations.
Why attend?
- Discover fellowships tailored to every career stage.
- Learn about bilateral and multilateral funding for group projects.
- Hear first-hand research experiences from a JSPS Fellow.
- Get your specific questions answered during our live Q&A.
Agenda
- 14:00: Introduction from LSBU
- 14:05: Opening Remarks – Prof. Masahiko Hara (Director, JSPS London)
- 14:10: JSPS Overview & Multilateral/Bilateral Funding – Mr. Taiki Satow (Deputy Director)
- 14:25: JSPS Fellowships – International Programme Associate (JSPS London)
- 14:40: UK-Japan Research Experiences: A Fellow’s Perspective – Prof. Mohammad Ghavami
- 14:50: Q&A Session
- 15:00: Closing Remarks
Where is it happening?
London South Bank University, 103 Borough Road, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00
