JSPS Bonn Japanese-German Colloquium

Starting from FY2026, the call for proposals for the JSPS Bonn Japanese-German Colloquium will be handled jointly by the JSPS Bonn Office and the JSPS Club.

The JSPS Bonn Japanese-German Colloquium aims to foster research collaboration between Japan and German-speaking countries through small-scale, interdisciplinary events. Important points are outlined below.

• Purpose:
  • To promote Japan-German research cooperation, strengthen academic ties, and facilitate early-career researcher engagement.
     
• Structure:
  • Organized by a German host (JSPS Alumni member) and a co-host from Japan.
  • Two-day interdisciplinary program with diverse participants from both regions.
     
• Eligibility:
  • Applicants must be JSPS Alumni, affiliated with a research institution in a German-speaking country.
  • Must not have received recent JSPS funding for a similar event.
     
• Selection Criteria:
  • Emphasis on long-term collaboration, scientific quality, institutional support, societal impact, diversity, and early-career participation.
  • Priority will be given to new applicants.
     
• Financial Support:
  • JSPS will fund travel and accommodation for up to 5 speakers from Japan and two dinners (up to EUR 2000).
  • Host and co-host institutions are expected to contribute to additional costs.
     
• Event Timing:
  • The event can be up to 2 full days (starting with a reception the day before). It must be scheduled between May 2026 and February 2027.
     
• Application:
  • For further information, please refer to the Guidelines. All completed application forms should be e-mailed to the JSPS Bonn Office by September 30, 2025. In case of questions, please contact the JSPS Bonn Office.
     
• Selection:
  • The selection process will be conducted by a committee recruited partially from members of the Club Board and Bonn Office. Successful applicants will be notified in January 2026.