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[Press Release] SS-F Selected as an Operating Support Organization for the Pilot Programs of Japan’s Global Startup Campus (GSC) Initiative

STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION (SS-F) Selected as an Operating Support Organization for the Pilot Programs of Japan's Global Startup Campus (GSC) Initiative Supporting Two Key Programs: International Research and Talent Development (Fellowship)   STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION (SS-F), a Japan-based nonprofit organization (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; Founder & CEO: Takanori Takebe), has been selected as an Operating Support Organization for two pilot programs under the Japanese government's Global Startup Campus (GSC) Initiative, a national project led by the Cabinet Secretariat of Japan. Under this initiative, SS-F will be responsible for supporting the implementation of both the International Research Program and the Talent Development (Fellowship) Program. Leveraging its global network of researchers, universities, research institutions, investors, and industry partners, SS-F will promote international collaborative research, cultivate the next generation of scientific talent, and accelerate the translation of research discoveries into innovation and societal impact.   【About the Global Startup Campus (GSC) Initiative】 The Global Startup Campus (GSC) Initiative is a national project launched by the Government of Japan to establish a world-leading innovation ecosystem where researchers, universities, research institutions, startups, companies, investors, and other stakeholders…
TerushitaMasame
2026/08/04
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[Announcement] Now Accepting Applications for Japan’s First BiTS Innovative Science Accelerator

Stellar Science Foundation (SS-F) is proud to announce a new partnership with Renaissance Philanthropy and SRI International to deliver the Big-if-True-Science (BiTS) Accelerator in Japan, a program designed to accelerate bold, high-risk scientific ideas with the potential for transformative global impact. Building on Renaissance Philanthropy’s track record in training science leaders inspired by the ARPA-model, BiTS Japan will feature a structured curriculum, one-on-one mentorship from experienced ARPA practitioners, and rigorous iteration on each participant’s program vision. The goal is to equip participants with the mindset, tools, and leadership skills needed to translate ambitious scientific ideas into mission-driven research programs. The BiTS Japan cohort will include up to 15 participants across three focus areas: 　・Climate technologies 　・Biotechnologies 　・Cyber-physical systems As part of this partnership, SS-F will recruit and support up to 5 researchers or innovators with a bioscience/biotechnology background to join the BiTS Program.  We encourage researchers and innovators who are passionate about pushing the frontiers of science and pursuing ideas that could meaningfully shape the future to apply. Learn more about the program on the BiTS Website | Applications are…
TerushitaMasame
2025/12/24
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[Press Release] Stellar Science Foundation and the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network Announce Selection of 10 Outstanding Early-Career Postdocs for Global Challenge

Announcing the Inaugural Cohort of the Japan–U.S. Fellowship Program The Stellar Science Foundation (SS-F, Tokyo, Japan; President: Dr. Takanori Takebe), in collaboration with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network (CZ Biohub Network, San Francisco, California, USA; led by Dr. Amy Herr), is pleased to announce the selection of the first cohort of fellows for the Global Science Scholars — SS-F & CZ Biohub Network Program (hereafter “the Program”). A total of 10 early-career postdoctoral researchers have been awarded fellowships (4 from Japan to the U.S. and 6 from the U.S. to Japan). The Program provides up to two years of fellowship support, including annual funding of approximately JPY 10 million (USD ~70,000). Fellows will be hosted at leading laboratories in Japan and the United States, where they will pursue cutting-edge research with global impact. Through international exchange, mentorship, and networking opportunities, the fellows will advance research that bridges discovery and real-world applications. This Program is part of initiatives promoting the Cabinet Secretariat’s Global Startup Campus Initiative and aligns with the Cabinet Office Fellowship Program Survey for Strengthening the Startup Ecosystem (Note…
TerushitaMasame
2025/10/08
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[Event Report] SS-F Pioneer Series Held on July 18 (Fri) – Guest: Professor Yukiko Yamashita (MIT)

The seminar series “Pioneers Host Pioneers (PHP)”, which had been well-received since last year, has now been relaunched as the “SS-F Pioneer Series.” This series invites globally recognized researchers as guests, offering an opportunity to explore their research and career journeys while fostering deeper connections among members of the SS-F community. For this memorable first session, we welcomed Professor Yukiko Yamashita from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The program featured a keynote lecture in the first half, followed by an engaging fireside chat moderated by Dr. Makoto Saito from RIKEN, a member of the SS-F community. Researchers from the SS-F community and young scientists from their labs participated, engaging in lively discussions and meaningful exchanges. Through this series, we will continue to provide opportunities to connect with the frontiers of knowledge and expand networks for collaboration.  
TerushitaMasame
2025/07/30
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[Press Release] SS-F × ANRI Launch of “Nova Science Fellowship” to Support the Next Generation of Emerging Researchers

In April 2025, ANRI Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; Managing Partner: Anri Samata, hereinafter “ANRI”), a venture capital firm driving social transformation through startup investment, and the STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION (Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Founder/ Representative Director: Takanori Takebe, hereinafter “SS-F”), an organization fostering a cross-disciplinary research ecosystem to spark new discoveries and innovations, jointly launch the Nova Science Fellowship, a new grant program supporting the growth and influence of emerging researchers. The Nova Science Fellowship targets emerging researchers —called “Nova” researchers—who are conducting ambitious, socially and scientifically impactful research primarily in the life sciences. The program offers not only funding, but also networking opportunities with researchers from other fields, entrepreneurs, and investors via the networks built by ANRI and SS-F. This aims to help researchers deepen their engagement with society and accelerate their academic journeys like a nova bursting into brilliance. Program Highlights Annual grant of 1 million JPY (up to 2 million JPY over 2 years) Opportunities for interdisciplinary networking to expand research perspectives Accompanied support for social implementation and transition to next research stages Priority access to SS-F’s publication and other…
TerushitaMasame
2025/04/25
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[Press Release] Applications Now Open for the Global Science Scholars SS-F&CZ Network Program

December 18, 2024 — STELLAR SCIENCE FOUNDATION (SS-F, headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Takayuki Takebe) announced today the launch of the Global Science Scholars – SS-F & CZ Biohub Network Program (hereafter, "the Program") in collaboration with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network (CZ Biohub Network, headquartered in San Francisco, California, Representative: Amy Herr). This program offers exchange opportunities for early-career researchers from Japan and the United States. It aims to support researchers at the beginning stages of their careers by providing a two-year fellowship that fosters innovative research environments.   【Program Overview】 This Program is part of initiatives promoting the Cabinet Secretariat's Global Startup Campus Initiative and aligns with the Cabinet Office Fellowship Program Survey for Strengthening the Startup Ecosystem (Note 1). The collaboration between SS-F and CZ Biohub Network aims to strengthen an ecosystem dedicated to creating and supporting startups rooted in research and development. Selected fellows are expected to contribute to the advancement of impactful research with potential for societal application through research exchanges between top-tier research institutions in Japan and the United States. SS-F is a…
TerushitaMasame
2024/12/18
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