Kyoto University Launches 2026 Second Call for Joint Research Proposals Under Global Collaborative Research Programme @Unknown

The Kyoto University Centre for Southeast Asian Studies has announced the second call for applications for the 2026 Joint Use and Joint Research Programme under its Global Collaborative Research (GCR) initiative, inviting international scholars to submit proposals aimed at advancing interdisciplinary and globally oriented regional studies.

The programme is part of the International Collaborative Research Center for Southeast Asian Area Studies for Global Coexistence, which promotes cross-disciplinary research collaboration between humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

Research Programme Aims to Advance Global Coexistence Studies

The Kyoto University initiative is designed to strengthen academic collaboration while addressing global challenges through Southeast Asian regional studies as a core focus.

The programme outlines five key objectives:

• Promotion of interdisciplinary research integrating humanities and sciences
• Advancement of issue-based global regional studies frameworks
• Creation of research platforms linking academia, civil society, government, and business
• Strengthening collaboration between Japanese and Southeast Asian researchers
• Development of young researchers in international research environments

The centre emphasised that while the programme prioritises Southeast Asian studies, it remains open to broader innovative research proposals that contribute to global knowledge production.

Joint Research Funding Opportunities for 2026

The second call for proposals includes three categories of joint research and shared use programmes, each supporting collaborative academic engagement across international networks.

Available programme categories include:

• Field Stay Type Research
  • Number of applications: 2
  • Maximum funding: 400,000 yen per year
  • Duration: 2 years
• Visiting Collaborative Research
  • Number of applications: 1
  • Maximum funding: 400,000 yen per year
  • Duration: 2 years
• Material Sharing Programme
  • Number of applications: 1
  • Maximum funding: 400,000 yen per year
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Large-scale collection purchases may reach up to 1 million yen per item

These funding streams are designed to support fieldwork, academic exchange, and shared research infrastructure among international partners.

Strengthening International Academic Collaboration

The Global Collaborative Research (GCR) initiative under the Kyoto University seeks to build long-term research partnerships between Japan and Southeast Asia.

The programme prioritises:

• Cross-border academic collaboration between young researchers and established scholars
• Field-based research integrating local and international perspectives
• Institutional partnerships across academia, government, civil society, and industry
• Dissemination of research findings through global academic networks

By encouraging participation from early-career researchers and practitioners, the initiative aims to cultivate a new generation of scholars engaged in global coexistence research.

Application Process and Submission Requirements

Applicants are required to submit full research proposals in accordance with the programme guidelines for fiscal year 2026.

Key submission details include:

• Application deadline: Monday, 22 June 2026
• Submission format: PDF documents via email
• Subject line requirement: “GCR Secondary Collaborative Research Application”
• Form 4 (Research Organisation): must be submitted in Excel format

Required application documents include:

• Application Form
• Curriculum Vitae of the Principal Investigator
• Research Plan
• Research Organisation Details
• Foreign Researcher Invitation Information Form

All applications will be reviewed under the guidelines of the Joint Use and Joint Research Program framework.

Building Research Platforms Beyond Academia

The GCR initiative is structured to go beyond traditional academic boundaries by fostering collaboration between researchers and non-academic stakeholders.

The programme supports:

• Engagement with civil society organisations
• Collaboration with government institutions
• Partnerships with private sector actors
• Integration of local community perspectives into research design

This approach reflects the programme’s broader goal of creating research ecosystems that contribute to real-world solutions and policy-relevant knowledge production.

Supporting Early-Career Researchers in International Settings

A central component of the initiative is its emphasis on nurturing young researchers through international exposure and collaborative fieldwork.

The programme encourages:

• Participation of early-career academics in joint research design and implementation
• Field-based research experiences in Southeast Asia
• Cross-cultural academic exchange between Japanese and international institutions
• Capacity building through mentorship and research collaboration

The centre highlighted that such engagement is essential to developing globally competent researchers capable of addressing complex regional and international issues.

Continued Commitment to Global Knowledge Exchange

The Kyoto University Centre for Southeast Asian Studies reaffirmed its commitment to advancing global research collaboration through structured funding mechanisms and international partnerships.

By supporting joint research initiatives, the Global Collaborative Research programme continues to position Southeast Asian studies as a dynamic field contributing to broader discussions on global coexistence, interdisciplinary innovation, and sustainable development.

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