The Matsumae International Foundation Fellowship in Japan for post-doctoral research

The Matsumae International Foundation is a prestigious organization in Japan that invites talented and accomplished international researchers to conduct research in Japan.

Host Country: Japan

Host University: Applicants are free to choose a host institution in Japan (universities, national research institutions, or the equivalent facilities in the private sector) to carry out their research.

Name of the Scholarship: Matsumae International Foundation Fellowship

Nationality: International students 

Number of Awards: 10

Degree Level: Post-doctoral 

Benefits:

• A monthly allowance of JPY 220,000 is provided to cover expenses for research activities (including materials) and living expenses in Japan.
• JPY 120,000 is provided to cover part of the initial costs of living in Japan.
• Round-trip economy class airfare is provided between the nearest international airport from a grantee’s domicile and Tokyo, Japan.

Check the application link for further information about the benefits.

Eligible Programmes:

• Fields of research such as natural science, engineering, and medicine are given first priority.

Criteria:

• Applicants of non-Japanese nationality who meet all the following requirements are eligible to submit application documents.
• Applicants must obtain an invitation (acceptance) letter from a host institution in Japan prior to application.
• Applicants must hold Ph.D. (Doctoral degree).
• Applicants must be at the age of 49 years old or younger at the time of application.

Check the application link for further information regarding the criteria.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2022

Application Link: 

Interested applicants can check this link for details - https://cutt.ly/sFLjihX