Graduate Research in Industrial Projects for Students (GRIPS) 2027 – Sendai
Forecasted
GRIPS 2027 – Sendai by IPAM immerses graduate students in mathematics in cross-cultural teams to solve real industrial research problems in Japan, emphasizing collaboration and professional development.
Funder: Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Round-trip travel, accommodations, meal allowance, and stipend provided for U.S. participants; conference support may be available.
Summary: Graduate students in mathematics or related fields collaborate on real-world industrial research projects in Japan as part of cross-cultural teams.
Key Information: U.S. citizens/permanent residents apply via IPAM; international students should contact Tohoku University partners.
Description
This program immerses graduate students in mathematics and related disciplines in genuine, industry-sponsored research projects in Sendai, Japan. Participants work in cross-cultural teams—typically including both U.S. and Japanese students—on problems designed by leading industrial sponsors. The projects are intended to be challenging and relevant, requiring both analytic and computational skills. The experience culminates in team presentations and written reports, with encouragement to further disseminate findings at conferences or in publications. All activities are conducted in English.
Participants benefit from international collaboration, professional development, and exposure to industrial research environments. The program is hosted at Tohoku University in Sendai, with key partners including the Advanced Institute for Materials Research and the Tohoku Forum for Creativity.
