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 on Recently Awarded & Deliverables page.
