Research Support Programs for Young Researchers

In 2010, Osaka University established two new programs in support of young researchers.

1. Exciting Leading-Edge Research Projects at Osaka University

Exciting Leading-Edge Research Projects at Osaka University was established as a research support system for researchers aged 45 and younger engaged in promoting cross-sectional and interdisciplinary basic research at the university. By supporting the group research of young researchers, this initiative aims to improve the vitality of basic research, the research environment, and to publicize their achievements both here and abroad. In 2010, 52 applications were received for this initiative and the four research projects noted below were selected after screening and interviews.

 

Projects selected in 2010
Institution Research title Research leader Research outlines Details

Graduate School of Human Sciences

The Future of Human Beings in the Age of Biosciences

HIGAKI Tatsuya, Professor

 

 

 

 

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Institute for Protein Research

Life Innovation through Exploring Magnesium Biology

MIKI Hiroaki, Professor Details

Graduate School of Science

Heavy Electrons and Superconductivity produced by High Quality Single Crystal
and High Pressure Techniques

HONDA Fuminori, Assistant Professor Details

Research Institute for Microbial Diseases

Normalization of Cancer Cells -- Retuning of Intracellular Signals

ONEYAMA Chitose, Assistant Professor Details

 

View the News item (August 16, 2010) on the above: Awards for Inspiring Research were conferred


2. "HISHO 30" The Top Thirty Young Researchers of Osaka University

Osaka University established the "HISHO 30" The Top Thirty Young Researchers of Osaka University as a research support program for outstanding researchers aged 37 and younger on April 1, 2010. This program aims to foster future excellence in young researchers by accelerating ongoing research and promoting new research themes. In 2010, 217 applications were received for "HISHO 30" and 30 research projects were selected.