Next-generation scientist training program adopted by Ehime University, etc.

　According to the Japan Science and Technology Agency, Ehime University, Osaka Prefecture University, Shizuoka University, Nagasaki University, and Biwako Trust were adopted.Ehime University, in collaboration with the Board of Education and private companies, will open a "Training of Next-Generation Leader Scientists to Challenge Scientific Innovation" course to nurture future leaders.Osaka Prefecture University will collaborate with the Sakai City Board of Education and other organizations to develop the next generation of leaders at the "Future Doctoral Development Lab."
Shizuoka University cultivates the creativity of students through the "Shizuoka STEM Junior Project".Nagasaki University will develop an educational program that fosters collaboration while giving participants deep knowledge through the "Next Generation Scientist Development Program with Autonomy and Team Mind".
The Biwako Trust, entitled "The Forefront of Earth Sciences Learned from Lake Biwa," invites experts from five universities around Lake Biwa, including Kyoto University and Ritsumeikan University, to teach the latest earth sciences.

　There were 2016 applications from all over Japan for the open recruitment of selected organizations in fiscal 10, and the promotion committee consisting of outside experts examined the contents and selected 5 applications.