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JSPS (Japan) - Bilateral call with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
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The F.R.S.-FNRS Bilateral Call with JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science) funds collaborative research between Belgian (Wallonia, Brussels) and Japanese researchers over multiple years. The call targets researchers based at French-Community universities or approved research centres in Belgium who wish to establish or deepen partnerships with Japanese collaborators. This is a bilateral mobility and collaboration scheme open across all disciplines.
Details
| Funder | F.R.S.-FNRS (Fonds de la Recherche Scientifique) |
| Eligible countries | BE |
Eligibility & scope
JSPS (Japan) - Bilateral call with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science from the F.R.S.-FNRS, the research-funding agency for Belgium's French-speaking community (Wallonia–Brussels). The host institution must be a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers based at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium
- •Applicants with an existing or prospective research collaboration with a Japanese partner institution
- •Any career stage and discipline eligible
- •Teams ready to develop or formalise bilateral research projects
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 30 September 2026
- •Bilateral grant supporting Belgium, Japan research partnerships
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Bilateral calls prioritise reciprocal benefit, include a named Japanese co-investigator and evidence of established contact or mutual interest.
- ✓Clarify the research timeline and how Belgian and Japanese partners will contribute distinctly; vague role-splitting weakens the proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the F.R.S.-FNRS JSPS Bilateral Call?
Researchers based at a French-Community university or approved research centre in Belgium with an active or planned collaboration with a Japanese research institution.
What is the deadline for the F.R.S.-FNRS JSPS Bilateral Call?
The deadline is 30 September 2026.
Is a Japanese co-investigator required for this bilateral call?
Yes, you must have a named Japanese collaborator or research partner from a Japanese institution to be eligible.
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