Australian universities and the CSIRO welcomed eight visiting Japanese researchers in February, as part of an initiative aimed at strengthening research networks between Japan and Australia.

Under the Australia-Japan Emerging Research Leaders Exchange Program, participants are emerging leaders in science and technology in Japan, from the priority fields of health and technology, ICT, and nanotechnology.

The research exchange provides opportunities for Australian and Japanese future leaders to share research ideas and discuss scientific developments, with alumni of the program making linkages that have benefited both countries.

The program is funded by the Australian Government and run with the support of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, and the Engineering Academy of Japan. 

Pre-departure briefing at the Australian Embassy in Tokyo for the delegation of Japanese researchers participating in the Australia-Japan Emerging Research Leaders Exchange Program