Research Grants Frequently Asked Questions

Can part-time university lecturers apply?

No. It is limited only to full-time staff.

Can university technical staff apply?

Please clearly state that research time is secured.

Can researchers from public research institutes apply?

No, they cannot.

Can researchers from public research institutes participate as co-researchers?

Yes, they can.

Can graduate students apply?

No, they cannot.

Do I have to settle the accounts within the research year?

This is handled by the delegated accounting of the university. Please consult with the person in charge at the university.

Is personal accounting permitted?

No, it is not permitted.

Can specially appointed professors of universities apply?

No, they cannot.

Can researchers seconded by a company to a university apply?/dt>

No, they cannot.

Can the recommender be a professor of the department?

The recommender should be the head of the department or higher.

Can a professor from another university be a recommender?

Please obtain permission from the head of the department where the research will be conducted.

I cannot obtain the official seal from the head of my organization. Can I get a signature?

Please obtain an official seal. If you cannot obtain an official seal, please state so in the application.

Can I apply under the same theme as previous grants?

Please clearly state the reason.

Can I apply under a similar theme to a research grant from another foundation?

No, you cannot.

A large proportion of the expenses are for communication and transportation for joint research with a large number of people. Is this acceptable?

No, it is not acceptable. We ask that communication and transportation expenses be reduced.

A large proportion of the expenses is spent on overseas presentations. Is this acceptable?

No it is not acceptable. Please make an effort to spend a larger proportion on research.

Is it possible to make expenditures that differ from the stated budget?

The use of university-delegated accounting funds is determined by each university. Please consult with the person in charge at the university.

Can there be more than one applicant on the application?

There should be only one applicant.