Frontiers of Science Symposium
The JSPS Frontiers of Science Symposium connects early-career researchers from Japan and partner countries for interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration on leading scientific topics.
Funder: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026: Japanese-American-German (JAGFoS) | April 2027: Japanese-French (JFFoS)
Funding Amounts: Covers travel, lodging, and symposium participation costs; no direct research funding.
Summary: A cross-disciplinary symposium series for early-career researchers to discuss cutting-edge science and foster international collaboration.
Key Information: Eligibility generally limited to researchers up to 45 years old; nomination or application required.
Description
The Frontiers of Science Symposium, organized by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), is a recurring international event series designed to bring together talented early-career researchers from Japan and partner countries. The program's goal is to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue on leading-edge scientific topics, encourage the development of new academic fields, and cultivate future scientific leaders. Symposia are typically three-day, residential events featuring plenary and breakout sessions, where participants attend all sessions and are encouraged to interact deeply with peers from diverse backgrounds. Each symposium is held in partnership with a major international scientific body, such as the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (Germany), CNRS (France), and others.
