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Invitation for Research Proposals FY2011 [CLOSED]

This area contains information regarding details of the application process for SATREPS research projects. Applications are accepted from Japanese research institutions. Researchers in other countries wishing to propose a joint research project should either discuss their proposal with the prospective Japanese research institution, or contact the JICA office in their own country.

FY2011 SATREPS (Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development) - Invitation for Application of Research Proposals -

Application for FY2011 Research Proposal has been closed. (11/2/2010)

JST calls for research proposals for FY2011 from Japanese research institutions from September 1st, 2010 (Wed) to November 2nd, 2010 (Tue) at 12:00 hour (noon) in Japa

Based on the needs of developing countries, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) cooperates with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to entails promotion of international joint research targeting global issues and envisaging future utilization of research outcomes. Implemented through collaboration with Official Development Assistance (ODA), the aim of the program is to acquire new knowledge leading to resolution of global issues and advancement of science and technology. Such international joint research under the program will also address the research and development of capacity and contribute to the sustained research activities in developing countries.

Proposals for FY2011 are invited in the following fields; Environment/Energy, Bioresources Utilization, Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, and Infectious Diseases Control.

Important Notes

JST begins calling for research proposals before announcement of final budget for FY2011, as the deadline of request for Official Development Assistance (ODA) technical cooperation is set in 2010 and as the selected projects will enable to start immediately in FY2011 in collaboration with the corresponding technical cooperation. Please be notified that requirements, amount of research expenses supported for a selected project and number of the projects selected may change without any notice as the result of outcome of the final budget for FY2011.

About Application

1. Application Period for Research Proposals

September 1st, 2010 (Wed) to November 2nd, 2010 (Tue) at 12:00 hour (noon) in Japan
The deadline for submitting the request of the ODA technical cooperation to the Government of Japan is November 2nd 2010. Please be notified that government agency in each counterpart country may set a different deadline before November 2nd, 2010.

2. Application method

The research proposals for FY2010 will be made using the Electronic system for Research and Development (e-Rad). The operational manual can be accessed or downloaded from the e-Rad Portal Site.

The Cross-Ministerial Research and Development Management System