International Joint Research Program
JSPS International Joint Research Program funds collaborative science projects, seminars, and exchanges between Japanese and overseas researchers to advance innovation and global academic cooperation.
Funder: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2026: Opening date of call for proposals (JRP-LEAD with DFG) | June 2026: Closing date of call for proposals — 7 a.m. (JST) (JRP-LEAD with DFG) | June 2026: Deadline for submission of copy of proposal — 5 p.m. (JST) (JRP-LEAD with DFG) | April 2026: Opening date of call for proposals (JRPs with SNSF) | June 2026: Closing date of call for proposals — 5 p.m. (JST) (JRPs with SNSF)
Funding Amounts: Up to JPY 10,000,000/year per project (typically up to JPY 30,000,000–50,000,000 total over 3–5 years)
Summary: Supports collaborative research, seminars, and scientist exchanges between Japanese and overseas researchers to foster innovation and international academic cooperation.
Key Information: All dates are anticipated/projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The International Joint Research Program, administered by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), aims to enhance international academic collaboration by supporting joint research projects, seminars, and exchanges between researchers at Japanese universities/institutes and their counterparts abroad. The program is implemented in cooperation with overseas science-promotion organizations (such as DFG in Germany and SNSF in Switzerland), enabling the creation of innovative research outcomes and providing skill development opportunities for young researchers. Research topics and partner agencies vary by call, and each partnership may have specific guidelines.
