Outline
Hokkaido University is implementing the "WinGS (Women in Global Science)" project, which promotes the international activities of female researchers, as part of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's Research University Strengthening Promotion Project. As part of this project, the Office for Supporting Female Researchers is now accepting applications for the first "Global Networking Award 2018," which recognizes female researchers with outstanding international capabilities and provides conditional subsidies for a portion of their overseas travel expenses to further promote international collaboration.
Prize details
In addition to awards, we will provide a subsidy of up to 40 yen to cover expenses including travel costs for attending the conference and the Plus-One Visit, as well as conference registration fees.
Eligible persons
Female assistant professors, lecturers, and associate professors affiliated with this university (including specially appointed faculty members in these positions)
Application Requirements
Applicants must present (oral or poster) as the first author at an international conference or similar event, and complete their travel by December 31, 2018 (Monday).
- In conjunction with participation in the relevant academic conference, etc., visit universities and research institutions (Plus-One Visit) to hold discussions toward international collaborative research.
*Award winners will be required to participate in presentation training (research presentation in English) before attending the international conference to practice their presentation.
Number of projects to be selected
1 of
We plan to hold the second round of applications for the 2018 fiscal year (for trips to be completed by March 31st, 2019 (Sunday)) around October. We expect to select one project for the second round of applications as well.
Application method
Please fill out the application form with the required information and submit it to the Women Researchers Support Office by Monday, July 9, 2018.
Please submit your submission via email to (freshu@synfoster.hokudai.ac.jp).
Application form
The application has been closed.
The application has closed.
Remarks
It may not be possible to use this funding source in combination with other sources. Please inquire in advance.
