Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) Fellowship 2024 in Japan

Japan extends a warm invitation to future researchers to visit their country and engage in research within their specialized fields through the Matsumae International Foundation Fellowship 2024. This fellowship, which covers all expenses, offers a valuable opportunity to advance your professional career. The MIF fellowship grants you access to a network of intellectuals, enabling you to actively discuss and critically analyze current global challenges, while also devising practical solutions. Additionally, it provides a platform to deepen your expertise in your chosen subject area, empowering you to tackle various issues with a comprehensive approach. Therefore, students with a strong desire to explore the realities of the world in an international context are encouraged to apply for this remarkable opportunity, which facilitates research using cutting-edge techniques and methodologies.

The MIF Japan fellowship 2024 aims to provide support to researchers from overseas by immersing them in the rich history, philosophy, and aspirations of the vital founders of Japan. This esteemed fellowship opportunity enables young and talented individuals to enhance their understanding and knowledge of Japan. By fostering such platforms, Japan actively fosters reliable and amicable relationships with various regions worldwide, thereby contributing to the promotion of lasting peace and development across continents. The Matsumae Japanese fellowship welcomes individuals with exceptional academic achievements, irrespective of their race, gender, religion, ideology, or any other limitations.

The MIF presents a fully-funded research fellowship program that covers all essential expenses, ensuring a seamless and productive experience while traveling to other countries. During your stay in Japan, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions that have transformed the nation into a beacon of peace following the aftermath of a devastating world war. Japan is dedicated to imparting scientific and technical knowledge to young minds, enabling them to make meaningful contributions towards addressing societal challenges. Furthermore, your study tours and other excursions will provide you with delightful entertainment. Exploring Japan is a remarkable opportunity to appreciate its traditional arts, ceremonies, and calligraphy, as well as witness the captivating beauty of its unique gardens and sculptures.

Scholarship details:

  • Host Country: Japan
  • Host Institution: Japanese universities, national research institutions, or other bodies in the private sector
  • Funded By: Matsumae International Foundation
  • Fellowship Duration: 6 months between April 2024 to March 2025

Areas of Research:

  • Natural science
  • Engineering
  • Medicine

Scholarship benefits:

  • A monthly allowance of JPY 220,000 to cover expenses for research activities (including materials) and living expenses in Japan.
  • An arrival Fund of JPY 120,000 to cover part of the initial costs of living in Japan.
  • A Round-trip economy class airfare between the nearest international airport from a grantees domicile and Tokyo, Japan.
  • Overseas travel insurance with medical treatment and death benefit.
  • The MIF also invites fellowship recipients to participate in a study tour during their fellowship to deepen their understanding of Japan.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Every non-Japanese national can apply.
  • Must hold Ph.D. (Doctoral degree).
  • Not more than 49 years old.
  • Must have an invitation letter from the Japanese host institution.
  • Proficient in English or Japanese language.
  • Should not be having any past experience staying or working in Japan.
  • Should be employed in their home country and committed to getting back after the completion of the fellowship and playing their part in the development of their country.
  • The research field of natural sciences, engineering, and medicine are mostly preferred.

Required documents:

  • Application Form (downloadable from the MIF website)
  • An ID photograph taken within the past three months
  • Research Plan containing content, purpose, methodology, road map, benefit that the research project will bring to your home country and should be described in detail based on discussions with your host professor /scholar in Japan
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) and List of Publications
  • Recommendation Letter from your current home institution (employer)
  • Soft copies of Academic Certificates / Diplomas for Ph.D., Master's, and Bachelor's Degrees
  • Invitation Letter from your host professor /scholar in Japan

Application process:

  • Applicants must submit their application documents to the MIF via Email
  • The required documents must be submitted as PDFs
  • Please do not combine all documents into one PDF
  • All documents must be typed in English

Application Period:

  • April 1, 2023, to June 30, 2023 (Japan Standard Time).
  • Applications will not be accepted for any reason before or after the application period

Official website: http://mif-testpage.com/

Application email: application@mif-japan.org