Daicel Corporation Launches 2026 Scholarship Program for Overseas Presentations and Study Abroad

Daicel Corporation (Headquarters: Kita-ku, Osaka; Representative Director and President: Yasuhiro Sakaki) is implementing its 'Overseas Presentation and Study Abroad Support Scholarship Program' for the 2026 fiscal year, continuing from the previous year. This initiative aims to support the international endeavors of high school students and foster next-generation researchers who will lead future innovation, as well as to co-create value with society.

Launched in the 2025 fiscal year, this grant-based support system is targeted at high school students who plan and undertake activities with academic or social significance and aim to grow through experiences abroad.

Applicants can either find their own international presentation or study abroad opportunities or receive recommendations from their school or supervising faculty. Applications must be submitted by the students themselves.

Daicel believes that students presenting their own research and inquiry results internationally, or deepening their learning through study abroad and exposure to different cultures, will have a significant impact on their future career paths and lives.

Furthermore, through results presentation meetings, the company encourages interaction between Daicel's management, researchers, and participating students to support their growth.

[Eligibility] Students currently enrolled in high schools or technical colleges (Kosen) in Japan who meet all of the following criteria: - Planning to participate in international academic conferences/research presentations abroad, or study abroad at overseas educational institutions (including short-term study abroad of approximately 1 week to 3 months). - Recommendation from the enrolled school or supervising faculty.

[Support Details] - Grant-based scholarship: Up to 500,000 yen (no repayment required). - Can be used for travel, accommodation, participation fees, etc. - Participants may be requested to attend reporting meetings hosted or co-hosted by Daicel.

[Application Method] Please refer to the 'Application Form Creation Guide' and submit the necessary information via the online application form, attaching required documents such as letters of recommendation.

Application Form Creation Guide: https://www.daicel.com/news/assets/pdf/HS_Overseas_Challenge_Application_Guide_2606.pdf

Application Form URL: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/EpCGWVea7c

[Application Period] Applications are accepted based on the timing of overseas activities:

1. For overseas activities during the summer holidays (conferences, short-term study, training, etc.) Primary deadline: June 30, 2026 (Tue). Generally, please apply by the end of June for summer events. However, depending on the activity details and preparation status, applications or consultations may be accepted after July. Please feel free to consult with us if you are undecided or concerned about preparation time.

2. For overseas activities from after the summer holidays until next spring (fall/winter conferences, international presentations in spring, etc.) Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please consult individually based on the timing and content of the activity.

[Selection Method] - Document screening (focusing on the purpose, significance, and planning of the activity). - Online interviews may be conducted as necessary.