The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is pleased to announce the opening of the call for proposals for the 2026 Joint Research Project, a collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS).
This bilateral initiative aims to support research conducted jointly by Filipino and Japanese researchers, fostering international scientific cooperation. Interested applicants are encouraged to work closely with their counterparts in Japan to develop their proposals.
The Filipino proponents shall submit their proposals to the DOST Project Management Information System (DPMIS), while their Japanese counterparts shall submit identical proposals to JSPS for a separate review and evaluation. Only projects approved by both DOST and JSPS will proceed under this scheme.
The deadline of submission is on 03 September 2025, 5:00 PM. Please refer to the enclosed document for the application guidelines.
For inquiries/clarification, please contact the DOST- International Technology Cooperation Unit through email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone no. 8837-2071 loc 3070.
Thank you.
2026 DOST-JSPS JRP Application Guidelines
