World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI)
The World Premier International Research Center Initiative (WPI) was launched in 2007 by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in a drive to build within Japan “globally visible” research centers that boast a very high research standard and outstanding research environment, sufficiently attractive to prompt frontline researchers from around the world to want to work in them. These centers are given a high degree of autonomy, allowing them to revolutionize conventional modes of research operation and administration in Japan.
JSPS is commissioned by MEXT to conduct the program’s grant selection and project assessment processes and to perform support functions aimed at maximizing the WPI Program's achievements.
JSPS is commissioned by MEXT to conduct the program’s grant selection and project assessment processes and to perform support functions aimed at maximizing the WPI Program's achievements.
Exploring the World Premier International Research Initiative in Japan "WPI Forum"
The WPI Forum is a platform introducing Japan’s World Premier International Research Initiative to the global research community.
It provides an overview of the research environment, values, and vision of WPI.
It provides an overview of the research environment, values, and vision of WPI.