Current Programs
We are accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for grant funding until 31st October.
With renewed support from Rio Tinto and a new partnership with Mitsui, we are excited to support projects with greater depth and breadth this year. These enhanced collaborations allow us to offer even more impactful opportunities for research and innovation.
For detailed guidelines, including project criteria, please visit our website: 2024-2025 Applications (EOI)
Previous Programs
Rio Tinto Australia-Japan Collaboration Program
The Rio Tinto Australia-Japan Collaboration Program was the first program established by the Foundation for Australia-Japan Studies. The Program was funded by Rio Tinto Group for the purpose of contributing to the Australia-Japan bilateral relationship through education and research collaboration between academia, industry and government, particularly in the areas of science, technology and innovation.
The Program was carried out by the Rio Tinto Professorial Fellow, whose role was to identify and promote bilateral collaborative research and other activities for the Program.
Rio Tinto Fellow
Professor Emerita Jenny Corbett was the inaugural Rio Tinto Australia-Japan Collaboration Program, Professorial Fellow (2018-2021). She was hosted by the School of Engineering at the University of Tokyo.
Following her tenure as the Australia-Japan Collaboration Program, Professorial Fellow, Jenny was appointed as a Project Professor at Tokyo College from April to July, 2021.
Rio Tinto Australia-Japan Collaboration Program Grants
The inaugural FAJS grants were made under the Rio Tinto Australia-Japan Collaboration Program.
The Program grants were funded by Rio Tinto Group for the purpose of contributing to the Australia-Japan bilateral relationship through education and research collaboration between academia, industry and government, particularly in the areas of science, technology and innovation.