| 1. Scope |
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As a general principle, any research project related to Science and Technology of Inorganic Materials is covered. Fundamental and applied research on amorphous and crystalline solid materials, including inorganic-organic hybrid technologies is a typical subject of the research grant. |
| 2. Amount of Grants |
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An amount of US$2,000 to 6,000 is provided for each research project with a duration of 12 to 24 months (from January 2026 through December 2026 or December 2027). |
| 3. Applications |
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Each applicant is requested to complete the “Application for Research Grant” form in English (up to four pages) and submit a hard copy to the NSG Foundation by September 30, 2025.
Applicants are also required to include a recommendation letter signed by the Chancellor (or Deputy Chancellor in charge of academic affairs), a copy of the applicant’s curriculum vitae, and reprints of representative research papers published to date.
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| 4. Selection and Presentation |
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The Evaluation Committee Meeting of NSG Foundation will be held in December 2025 to select the research grant recipients. Based on the Evaluation Committee's selection, NSG Foundation will make the final decision on the research grants to be awarded. The research grant funds will be disbursed by January 2026, allowing the awarded research to begin early in the year.
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For further information, please visit: http://nsg-zaidan.or.jp/index_en.html
Kenji Uchiyama, Secretary General
Nippon Sheet Glass Foundation for Materials Science and Engineering
e-mail: kenji.uchiyama@nsg-zaidan.or.jp
2-13-12, Konoike, Itami-city, Hyogo 6648520 Japan
Phone: +81-72-767-1701
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