A3 Foresight Program
The A3 Foresight Program funds collaborative, innovative research among Japan, China, and Korea to build world-class Asian research hubs and foster young scientists.
Funder: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027: Application period opens for FY2027 A3 Foresight Program (projected) | February 2027: Full application deadline for FY2027 A3 Foresight Program (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to ¥10 million/year (up to ¥50 million total over 5 years) per Japanese core institution; typically supports 2 projects per call.
Summary: Supports collaborative, cutting-edge research among Japan, China, and Korea to establish a leading research hub in Asia.
Key Information: Only trilateral Japan-China-Korea consortia are eligible; applications must be institution-based, not individual.
Description
The A3 Foresight Program is a trilateral initiative among Japan, China, and Korea, coordinated by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) in partnership with the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). The program aims to establish world-class research hubs in Asia by supporting joint research projects that address regional scientific challenges and foster the development of young researchers. Each consortium must include core institutions from all three countries, collaborating on innovative, leading-edge research themes.
