Dear Members of the Zoological Society of Japan
As we received a request from the Osumi Foundation for the Promotion of Basic Research to distribute direct mail, the Zoological Society secretariat will send this email.
Regarding the information provided by member Atsuo Iida in March, the foundation has sent out another notice.
Zoological Society of Japan Secretariat
From here
—————————–
[Information on Basic Science Research Support Crowdfunding]
There is only 1 week left for the crowdfunding.
The Osumi Basic Science Foundation is conducting crowdfunding with the aim of supporting free and original basic scientific research by basic researchers and broadening the scope of basic research in Japan.
In recent years, the environment surrounding basic research has become increasingly difficult, but even amidst such circumstances, we intend to continuously support basic research from a long-term perspective.
We are currently seeking support for the following research topic.
■ Grant theme
- How electric eels develop their electric organs
• The survival strategies of plants that live flexibly and strongly
If you are interested, we would greatly appreciate your support or sharing the information on social media or other platforms.
[Organizer]
Osumi Foundation for Basic Research Promotion
Chairman Yoshinori Ohsumi
[Implementation Period]
March 12, 2026 – May 22, 2026 11:00
[Target amount]
8 million yen
Target
General citizens, researchers, educators, and those interested in supporting basic science
[Crowdfunding Page]
https://readyfor.jp/projects/ohsumi-fsf
[Reference Material]
▼ Video message from Chairman Yoshinori Ohsumi
https://youtu.be/fjBSIXwdGrw
▼ Introductory article by Mariko Takahashi (former Asahi Shimbun science coordinator)
https://takahashimariko.theletter.jp/preview/b3b24816-1934-46ea-9989-cf0133ed1dea?signature=d52d7484e096e0b54d88e5a0836762c533c229af38c0880ca7a824bc7e49e0b0
