Kobe University 'Next-Generation Outstanding Doctoral Human Development Project through Co-creation in Different Fields'

Kobe University 'Next-Generation Outstanding Doctoral Human Development Project based on Co-creation in Different Fields'

The university has been selected as Next-Generation Outstanding Doctoral Human Development Project through Co-creation in Different Fields in the Support for Pioneering Research Initiated by the Next Generation (SPRING) of the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST).
https://www.jst.go.jp/jisedai/

This project aims to develop doctoral students from various fields enrolled in KOBE university's doctoral programs into outstanding doctoral talent equipped with mathematical and data science literacy, capable of excelling globally in interdisciplinary fields. Furthermore, through education and research that fosters transferable skills, we aim to cultivate highly specialized professionals demanded by society.



【Number of Nominees】
AY2026:Approximately 70 students in total(D2-D4: A few students)
AY2027:Approximately 30 students


【Funding and research grants】
Research support fund:2,300,000yen per year
Research grant:250,000yen per year +additional funds

【Comprehensive Support Package for Kobe University PhD students】
A.Global Education/Study Abroad Support Program
B.Mid- to Long-term Internship Program
C.Mathematics/Data Science Education Program
D.Cross-disciplinary Co-creation Program
E.Career Support Program for PhD
F.International Student Support Program