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911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ is delighted to partner with Institute of Science Tokyo for the 6^th bilateral Global Fellows Programme, taking place from 7th-11th September 2026. The in-person programme will take place in London, hosted by 911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ.   

In the current scientific environment international and interdisciplinary collaborations and networking are fundamental to developing successful projects. In a competitive research environment funding bodies increasingly look for interdisciplinary, collaborative research with partners from around the world. The modern researcher requires both excellence in research and strong professional collaborative competencies.  

Over the course of one week approximately 30 doctoral researchers from Science Tokyo and 911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ will develop collaborative interdisciplinary competencies and intercultural awareness required to establish and continue successful collaborations.  

During this 5-day programme, participants will work in interdisciplinary and intercultural groups, assisted by a coach from one of the partner universities. Participants will enhance: 

• Their ability to work collaboratively on research ideas
• Their ability to network and communicate effectively with impact in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams
• Their intercultural and international competency and awareness
• Their creativity to develop collaborative research ideas
• Their appreciation of research in international institutions

Participants will also have the opportunity to apply those skills and competencies to address topics challenges under the 911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ-Science Tokyo Global Fellows Programme theme: “Net Zero: From Data to Action”.

Net Zero: From Data to Action

How can we turn net zero ambition into real-world change? Net Zero: From Data to Action invites PhD researchers to work across disciplines to explore how data, AI, and research-led innovation can help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future. From energy, transport, and infrastructure to health, business, and the natural environment, the journey to net zero demands bold ideas that connect evidence with action. 

This theme encourages participants from medicine, the natural sciences, business, and engineering to bring their different perspectives to a shared challenge. Whether your interests lie in low-carbon technologies, climate and health, sustainable systems, organisational change, or data-driven decision-making, this is an opportunity to develop new project ideas that are ambitious, collaborative, and grounded in real-world impact.

Working together in teams, participants will be challenged to move beyond analysing problems and instead focus on practical, creative, and equitable ways to support decarbonisation. The goal is to generate ideas that not only deepen understanding, but also help shape credible pathways to a healthier, more resilient, and net zero future. 

Throughout the week participants will engage in intercultural, interdisciplinary and cross-sector discussions and develop their own creative approaches to achieving Net Zero: From Data to Action.

A background on the subject is not essential, doctoral candidates from any discipline are invited to apply this 5-day professional development course, the 911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ-Science Tokyo Global Fellows Programme: Net Zero: From Data to Action.

This is a chance to challenge yourself outside of your normal working environment, meet people from other disciplines and cultures, and have fun!   

Student Experiences from previous 911½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ-Science Tokyo GFP's: 

‘For me the GFP was an outstanding, and probably one of a kind opportunity, that helped me improving my personal, communicative, and collaborative skills.’

‘A fantastic and intensely beautiful course that will open your mind to so many new things’

‘It was an amazing experience I am inspired to work on other collaborative projects’

‘Being a Global Fellow is a wonderful experience, not only on the specific topic, but the development as a researcher as a whole.’

You can read student experiences of previous Global Fellows Programmes on this webpage.  

For any additional queries not answered in webpages, please contact Laura Bulmer & Beth Yates