Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences is offering the Japan award to increase motivation among young researchers contributing to research and development in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and related industries in developing regions.

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Prize

Three award winners will be invited to Japan to receive their awards personally and present their research results and achievements.

The winners will be bestowed a testimonial by the Chairman of the AFFRC during the commendation ceremony and will also receive a cash prize of US$5,000 each from JIRCAS.

Eligibility

1. Engaged in research and development in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and related industries in
   developing regions, including the food industry sector and the field of environment
2. Under the age of 40 (as of January 1, 2022)
3. Researchers who have the nationality of a developing country and/or territory, and belong to a non-Japanese research institute or a non-Japanese university
4. In addition, must be able to attend the awarding ceremony in Japan in 2022

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How to Apply

• Applications must be prepared according to the “Instructions in the Preparation of Application Forms” and submitted by the recommending research institute by post. Moreover, word-processed files of each form must be submitted by the recommending research institute via e-mail.
• Only one researcher can be recommended from each institute, including its branches.
• The application must include supporting materials that substantiate the candidate’s achievements and the
  entire publication list directly related to the applicant’s research.

Moreover, applications that are insufficient or incorrect will be excluded from the evaluation.

Selection Criteria

• Research and development have shown abundant originality.
• Achievements in the research and development have been objectively evaluated
• The research and development have shown consideration for the development of agriculture, forestry, fisheries, or related industries in developing countries in terms of dissemination and commercialization.
• Also, the research and development have shown potential for great development and for leading to future technological and methodological innovations, even when it might not be fully completed or not diffused enough at the present time.

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 Application forms

Form 1: Application form-  E03 Form1-2022.doc

Form 2: Self-Advertisement Sheet- E04 Form2-2022.doc

Form 3: List of Research Achievements- E05 Form3-2022.doc

Visit the official website for more details!