International Science and Engineering Online Training. | NAGOYA PAS FY23 02

Opportunity Information: Apply for NAGOYA PAS FY23 02

The International Science and Engineering Online Training grant opportunity is a discretionary U.S. Department of State award offered through the U.S. Mission to Japan (U.S. Embassy Tokyo, Public Affairs Section). It funds a short, targeted education and training program in Japan focused on strengthening the next generation of Japan-U.S. science and technology leaders by improving the English communication skills needed to compete and collaborate internationally in STEM fields. The program is framed around the idea that technological advances and closer cooperation in science, technology, and engineering directly support U.S. and Japanese economic competitiveness by accelerating innovation and promoting high-standard economic growth.

The core purpose of the project is to increase and strengthen Japanese student participation in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), a major global pre-college STEM competition run by the Washington, D.C.-based Society for Science. ISEF typically brings together more than 1,800 students from around the world each year and is positioned as a high-visibility platform for emerging young innovators. The Embassy notes that strong English communication skills are essential for students aiming for global STEM careers, and that Japan faces notable challenges in achieving that level of readiness. This grant is therefore designed to close practical language and presentation gaps that can limit Japanese students performance and confidence in international competitive settings like ISEF.

The proposed program model is a series of virtual laboratory counseling and training sessions delivered over three months for a cohort of 20 Japanese high school STEM students, along with their coaches, drawn from across Japan. Trainings are expected to occur monthly during that three-month window. Each session is to be led by an ISEF alumnus who can provide first-hand guidance, share competition experience, and offer concrete advice on how to navigate ISEF expectations. The emphasis is on preparing students to communicate their scientific work effectively in English, which can include explaining methods and results, answering questions, and presenting research clearly and persuasively to an international audience.

The priority region for this opportunity is Japan, and proposals must be geared toward Japanese audiences. While the program description highlights high school STEM students as the primary participants (and their coaches), the Embassy also indicates that it will only consider proposals aimed at Japanese audiences, specifically high school and university students, signaling that implementers should ensure the activity clearly serves Japanese learners and aligns with Embassy public diplomacy and education objectives. Applicants based outside Japan are encouraged to partner with organizations in Japan to successfully carry out the program locally and ensure smooth coordination with schools, students, and coaches.

Administratively, the opportunity is listed as Funding Opportunity Number NAGOYA PAS FY23 02 under the Education, Science and Technology, and other Research and Development activity category (CFDA 19.040). The funding instrument is a grant, with one expected award and an award ceiling of $10,000. Eligible applicants are broad and include various levels of government, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, independent school districts, tribal governments and tribal organizations, public housing authorities, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), and individuals. The opportunity was created on March 24, 2023, with an original application closing date of May 31, 2023.

• The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Japan in the education, science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "International Science and Engineering Online Training." and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
• This funding opportunity was created on Mar 24, 2023.
• Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $10,000.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Individuals.

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