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Editage Grant 2026 | Financial assistance for young researchers
The Editage Grant Program aims to provide financial assistance, mentorship, and career guidance to young researchers who aspire to make an impact on society through their research.
Young researchers face various challenges early in their careers, and insufficient support may hinder their progress. Therefore, through this support program, we aim to empower promising researchers to effectively navigate complex research environments, become self-reliant, and develop leadership qualities.
Under this support program, 1 million yen each will be granted to 5 awardees to cover expenses related to research activities. The most outstanding awardee will receive an additional grant of 1 million yen, which can be utilized for aspects besides manuscript writing, such as travelling for research, attending conferences, and purchasing materials.
Editage Grant is currently accepting the applications.
Please create an essay using the essay template and submit it on the application form.
*Before applying, please read the contents of the website in advance.
*Only applications completed within the deadline will be considered valid.
What’s New
- Applications for the Editage Grant 2026 are now open!（April 1, 2026）
- The Editage Grant 2026 website has been launched (February 9, 2026).
- Learn more about past grants
▼Footage – Editage Grant 2025 Awards Ceremony and Party▼
Support Program for Young Researchers
●Five winners of Editage Grant will receive 1 million JPY each. The most outstanding awardee among the five will receive an additional 1 million JPY (total of 2 million JPY).
●15 runner-ups will receive 50,000 JPY in cash and Editage Points worth 50,000 JPY (totaling 100,000 JPY).
●Sponsor awards: two runners-ups will receive an additional 250,000 JPY each as “academist Award” and “Ph.D.-engine Award”.
●All 20 awardees including the runner-ups will receive a one-year subscription to AI tools including “Paperpal”.
●All applicants who pass the initial screening will receive an Editage coupon as well as a one-time free trial for “Paperpal”.
Sponsors
Eligibility
Applications are open to Japanese nationals, as well as foreign nationals living in Japan, who are affiliated with a university or research institution in Japan or abroad. Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
Age
Must be at least 22 years old and no older than 39 years as of April 1, 2026.
Experience
Must have completed a master’s degree or an equivalent advanced research program.
Research Activity
The research activities described in the application documents and essays must have been conducted or managed by the applicant within the past 3 years.
Preference will be given to those who have not yet published papers, have not received funding, or do not expect to receive funding until April 1, 2026.
On Evaluation
Schedule
Applications Open: April 1, 2026, 00:01
Deadline for Applications: June 30, 2026, 20:59
Interviews: Scheduled for August 2026
Announcement of Final Results: Scheduled for September 2026
Selection Process
The selection process involves two stages:
(1) Document review – 20 candidates will be selected.
(2) Review by the selection committee – 10 candidates will be selected.
*Results will be sent via email.
Essay
Essays will be evaluated based on criteria such as structure, clarity, and academic significance.
Interviews and Presentations
Interviews and presentations will be conducted for the 10 candidates selected by the selection committee.
Essay Guidelines
- The essay must be written in either Japanese or English.
- It must cover topics relevant to the applicant’s field of research and be written by the applicant themselves, reflecting the latest experimental methods and advancements in that field. Furthermore, the content of the essay must pertain to research conducted or supervised by the applicant within the past three years.
- The essay should be approximately 4,000 characters (2,000 words if written in English) and must be written in the order of the specified sections. However, the research funding status, title, and figures or tables are not included in the character count.
- The essay must include the following sections in order. There is no character limit for each section.
- What problems or challenges are you addressing? What significance do these problems or challenges hold for society?
- What motivates you to solve these problems or challenges? Why do you believe you can achieve this?
- Describe the content of your research to date and your role within it. (Clearly indicate your position—whether your research theme is part of your advisor’s or laboratory’s broader research, whether you are co-leading it, or whether you are the primary investigator.)
- Goals you aim to achieve over the next 5 to 10 years.
- How will the 1 million yen grant help you achieve your goals? Include specific plans for the use of the grant and the impact of not receiving it.
Announcement of Awardees
The final awardees will be determined by the selection committee and will be individually notified.
An event for the awardees will be held in Tokyo in October 2026.
*Please note that the names and affiliations of the awardees will be publicly disclosed during grant-related announcements.
Selection Committee
Makoto Yuasa
Director of Branding and Representative Director, Japan Office
Sayaka Oki
Professor, Department of Integrated Educational Sciences (Basic Education Course), Graduate School of Education, The University of Tokyo
Motoshi Hayano
Associate Professor, Division of Molecular Biology of Aging, The Research Institute for Science and Technology (RIST), Tokyo University of Science
Keisuke Goda
Professor, The University of Tokyo | Distinguished Professor, Tohoku University | Adjunct Professor, UCLA | Adjunct Professor, Wuhan University
Yuko Harayama
Professor Emeritus, Graduate School of Engineering, Tohoku University | ISC Fellow
FAQs
I am a Japanese national but currently residing overseas for research purposes. Can I apply from abroad?
Yes, you are eligible to apply. There are no restrictions based on residency for this round.
I am not a Japanese national but currently studying in Japan. Is the application limited to Japanese nationals?
Yes, you are eligible to apply. There are no nationality restrictions for this round.
How and when will the interviews be conducted?
Interviews will be conducted online. We will contact eligible candidates to schedule interviews from August 2026 onwards.
Does the number of published papers in the application form include only papers related to the research being applied for?
No, please include the total number of papers you have published, including those not related to the essay you are submitting.
Are co-authored papers and Japanese review articles included in the paper count? Also, if I have a history of receiving small research grants, am I ineligible to apply?
Co-authored papers and Japanese review articles were included in the paper count. However, having a history of research grants or a high number of publications does not make you ineligible to apply. In cases where essay evaluations are equal, priority may be given to applicants who have not previously published papers or have received funding.
What are the word limits and language options for this essay?
For English, it is 2000 words. For Japanese, the limit is 4000 characters. You can choose either of these languages.
Can I use bold text or underlined text in the essay?
Yes, using bold text or underlined text is acceptable.
Can I include figures and tables in this essay? Is it possible to use color?
Yes, you can include figures and tables. The use of color is also acceptable.
Can I include references to the main text of the essay? If so, are they counted towards the word limit?
Yes, you can include references if necessary. References are not counted towards the word limit.
Are there any specific format requirements for using figures or tables in essays?
You can use figures and tables. There are no specific format requirements.
Will the interview be conducted in English?
You can choose either English or Japanese for the interview language.
Are there any restrictions on the research implementation period or the period for using the grant?
There are no specific restrictions on the usage period.
What type of account will the grant transfer to?
There are no specific regulations regarding the accounts for transferring grants. You can specify the account after discussing it with your affiliated institution if you are selected.
I am considering studying abroad. Can I still apply?
Yes, you can apply even if you consider studying abroad.
How can I replace my submitted essay with a new version?
Please submit a new application through the form. This will replace your previous submission.
Editage Grant is currently accepting the applications.
Please create an essay using the essay template and submit it on the application form.
*Before applying, please read the contents of the website in advance.
*Only applications completed within the deadline will be considered valid.
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