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The World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI Program) provides priority support for projects aimed at creating top world-level research centers staffed at their core with the world's most leading researchers. By achieving a very high research standard and providing an excellent research environment, the centers should possess a level of "global visibility" that attracts top researchers from around the world.

Based on "3rd Science and Technology Basic Plan" (issued by Cabinet, March 28, 2006) and "Comprehensive Strategy for Creating Innovation" (issued by Council for Science and Technology Policy, June 14, 2006), WPI program was established by Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in FY2007. JSPS is commissioned by MEXT to conduct grant selection and project assessment processes and perform other administrative functions in accordance with guidelines established by the Ministry.

WPI Program Outline (PDF)

Call for Proposals for a new center (FY2010)

February 3, 2010	FY2010 Call for Proposals for a new center posted.
September 25, 2009	Follow-up page updated.
September 25, 2009	NEWS & EVENTS page updated.
May 14, 2009	FY2009 Grant allocations posted.
May 14, 2009	FY2008 Follow-up results posted.
August 20, 2008	NEWS & EVENTS page added.
August 1, 2008	Follow-up page updated.
June 24, 2008	FY2008 Grant allocations posted.
June 24, 2008	FY2007 Follow-up results posted.
February 18, 2008	Outline of selected projects updated.
February 12, 2008	List of PD and POs for the WPI Program posted.
December 25, 2007	Outline of selected projects updated.
December 19, 2007	Outline of selected projects posted.
September 12, 2007	Selection results posted.
June 1, 2007	WPI Program page posted.