Tohoku University and the University of Washington (UW) established a joint research fund program to support collaborative research in 2024. Based on an agreement of both Presidents made in September 2024, both universities are now inviting the second round’s applications from researchers who would like to promote joint projects in the 2026 academic year.
If you wish to apply for this round of funding, please consult and discuss with your colleague(s) from UW on content of the application. Online applications will be processed by researchers at UW.
Online Application Period:
From December 1 (Mon), 2025 to January 31 (Sat), 2026 (PST)
Research Areas:
All fields
Funding Period:
From April 1, 2026 (Wed) to March 31, 2027 (Wed)
※However, due to both universities’ financial years being different, the funding periods at each university will differ.
UW webpage: https://www.washington.edu/globalaffairs/gif/research/
Additional guidelines: UW-TU Strategic Partner Funds 2026-27,Guideline for Applicants
Contact:
Global Strategy Office, Tohoku University
TEL：022-217-6311
E-mail：kokusai-c*grp.tohoku.ac.jp (Replace * with @)