The Sumitomo Foundation's Grant for Basic Science Research Projects funds innovative fundamental research to advance scientific knowledge and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
Funder: The Sumitomo Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to ¥5 million per project (General Research) or ¥10 million (Special Subject); 1–3 years duration; approx. 35 General and 3 Special Subject awards; total program budget ~¥100 million.
Summary: Supports innovative fundamental science research projects to advance basic scientific knowledge and foster the research community.
This program supports basic science research projects that advance fundamental knowledge in any scientific field. The Sumitomo Foundation aims to foster innovative, original research and to strengthen the global research community by funding both general and interdisciplinary or international projects, with a particular emphasis on those that may contribute to addressing critical scientific or societal challenges.