Research Grant Programme
The NEF Research Grant Programme provides financial support for scientific research projects that deepen our understanding of nature, ecosystems, and biodiversity in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region. This programme aims to enhance the research capabilities of young researchers in the region. It is open to individual researchers and doctoral students who prepare and implement their research proposals independently.
The maximum grant amount is 1,000,000 Japanese yen per project, with a maximum duration of two years. The application deadlines for the year 2026 are 15 April 2026 and 14 October 2026. The NEF Selection Committee, consisting of five external experts, will review the applications, and results will be announced within three months after each deadline.
Applicants are encouraged to review the Recently Awarded & Deliverables page, which includes recent selection results, Selection Committee's Overall Comments, Secretariat's Notes, and lists of awarded projects. These resources may help applicants better understand the programme's objectives, expectations, and areas of interest before preparing their applications.
For detailed information about this programme, please refer to the "Programme Guideline" listed in Forms & Guidelines below.
We hope that young researchers will take advantage of this grant opportunity to improve their skills, expand their knowledge, and gain valuable experience through their research work.
Forms & Guidelines
Applying
- Programme Guideline (PDF 262KB)
- Application form (WORD 55KB)
- Budget and timetable (EXCEL 31KB)
- Applicant's background (WORD 32KB)
Reporting
- Progress report (PDF 33KB)
- Final report (PDF 172KB)
After completion of the funded research project
- Guideline for supporting publication fees (PDF 101KB)
- Application form (WORD 51KB)
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