Researchers across all fields—from the humanities and social sciences to the natural sciences—are invited to apply for this program. Eligible proposals are those that align with the program’s objectives and are conducted by a single Principal Investigator.

This program also places emphasis on expanding its reach to researchers who are interested in utilizing AI and aim to enhance and accelerate their research through its introduction. In particular, we actively welcome exploratory and early-stage proposals that seek to develop new research directions through the initial introduction, application, or improvement of AI.

*Students are also eligible to apply.

About the “AI for Science Research Innovation Program”
https://www.mext.go.jp/aifors_spread/


All applications must be submitted through e-Rad. Therefore, students are also required to obtain an e-Rad researcher ID.
If you wish to apply for this call, please contact the General Affairs and Planning Section of the Graduate School of International Cultural Studies by email, indicating your intention to apply and your request to obtain an e-Rad researcher ID.
Graduate School of International Cultural Studies, General Affairs and Planning Section:
int-som@grp.tohoku.ac.jp

Please note that the internal submission deadline at Tohoku University via e-Rad is Wednesday, May 13 at 5:00 PM.


[Information Session]
An information session on this program was held.
○Information Session for Researchers (Applicants)
Date and Time: April 20, 2026 (Mon) 16:30–18:00
*A recording of the session will be made available at a later date.