JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan (Standard)

The JSPS International Fellowships for Research in Japan (Standard) provides opportunities for excellent postdoctoral researchers from other countries to conduct cooperative research under the guidance of their hosts with leading research groups in universities and other Japanese institutions. This program is intended to help advance the overseas researchers' research activities while advancing science and promoting internationalization in Japan. The fellowship supports research in all fields of the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Fellows will collaborate with host researchers at Japanese universities and research institutions, contributing to scientific advancement and international cooperation. The program offers fellowships for a duration of 12 to 24 months, provided in full month units. Fellows must commence their research in Japan between September 1, 2026 and November 30, 2026. This fellowship is administered by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) in collaboration with the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences for researchers in the Nordic and Baltic regions.