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Deadline: October 15, 2024
The Canon Foundation-Kyoto University Japan-Africa Exchange Program aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange between scholars from Kyoto University (KU) and their counterparts in Africa. This initiative supports research related to African Studies and provides fellowships for both directions of research:
- Fellows from KU who wish to conduct research in Africa.
- Scholars from Kyoto University’s partner institutes in Africa who want to conduct research in Kyoto.
Benefits
- Research Opportunities: Fellows gain access to valuable research environments in either Africa or Kyoto.
- Networking: Participants connect with experts in their field, fostering international collaboration.
- Financial Support: Successful applicants receive financial support ranging from 22,500 Euro to 27,500 Euro per year (pro-rated for different periods).
SEE ALSO: UICC Technical Fellowships 2024
Eligibility Criteria
- Duration: Canon Fellowships are available for a minimum period of three months up to a maximum of one year.
- Application Period: Apply between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026.
- Applicants:
- From KU: Scholars affiliated with Kyoto University.
- From Partner Institutes in Africa: Researchers from KU’s partner institutions in Africa.
Application Process and Required Documents
The deadline for applications is October 15th, 2024. Consideration of the applications takes place first at KU and then at CFE. The Selection Committee of CFE will make final decisions and email the results to applicants before the end of March of that year. Therefore, the earliest possible date to begin the fellowship is April 1 of the same year. Please submit the following documents to Kyoto University Africa Unit (canon_caas@jambo.africa.kyoto-u.ac.jp):
- Your research plan including a clear title at the top of the page as well as starting/ending dates of the proposed research. The research plan needs to include a general cost estimate, including living, travel, research costs, insurance, and etc. (maximum 2 pages)
- 2 reference letters (maximum 1 page each) from 2 persons. One letter should be from someone in a position to comment on your academic qualifications and professional work while the other should be a confirmation letter from your prospective host who can provide research or work facilities to you during the proposed period.
- Your Curriculum Vitae
- 1 copy of your doctoral certificate or your highest academic degree
- 1 passport size photograph of yourself
- 1 list of your academic publications or professional achievements in chronological order containing information on all authors, place and year of publication and page references.
Deadline The application deadline for the 2025/2026 Canon Foundation-Kyoto University Japan-Africa Exchange Program is 15th October 2024.
