The Gen Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission on 14th August 1998.  The aim of the Foundation is to enhance the importance of cross-cultures between Japan and the rest of the world in today’s global society.

The Foundation is supporting those who excel in the areas of natural sciences, in particular food sciences/technology.

Since 1998, awards have been granted to over 100 people studying or researching within these fields.  Successful candidates are asked to submit a report to the Trustees at the end of their studies.

All potential candidates should be aware that the Gen Foundation grants are one-off, non-renewable awards.

To be eligible for a Gen Foundation grant

An applicant:Must study and/or research in the field of natural sciences, in particular food sciences/technology andShould hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.The Foundation does not support undergraduates, short-term training, conferences, seminars, or thesis writing.  Such applications will not be considered.

How to apply

Please try to send all of the above documents together with your application. However, if you are unable to provide a evidence of acceptance in time, you can arrange for it to be sent directly to us by the relevant organisation. Please let us know in your application that such documents are to follow.

Before applying for the Gen Foundation grant, you are strongly recommended to check whether you are eligible to apply.

The application form must be completed in English and submitted with all of the supporting documents listed below no later than 28th February 2020.  

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

1. Download a copy of the application form here:   

         2020 Application Form

2. Prepare the following documentation:One complete application form
– Refer to page 5 of the application form before completion
– Typed applications only; handwritten applications will not be considered
– English only

One recent passport-sized photograph
– Attached to application form
– Portraits will not be accepted

An up-to-date curriculum vitae (resume)
– English only

TWO original and signed letters of reference
– English or Japanese
– Not photocopied
– Not scanned
– Not emailed

Evidence of acceptance by an organisation/institution
– Evidence of a conditional letter is acceptable
– Photocopied or Original3. Post the application form and all supporting documents to the following address. Applications should arrive no later than 28th of February 2020:The Administrator
The Gen Foundation
33 Cornhill
London EC3V 3ND
United Kingdom　

Please note we cannot return any of the documentation once they have been submitted.

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