Our support programs started as a part of gender equality promotion in 2006, and continue mainly to support promoting female researchers and providing work-life balance support to those who are taking care of their family members. Until 2022, we had over 1170 applicants who received our services, and recently started receiving applications from male faculty members. We will continue to have more support programs in order to create a truly inclusive environment.
For female researchers and those who (regardless of gender) need family care support
For TU Graduate Students
TUMUG Support Programs
| Programs | Eligibility | Application Status |
|---|---|---|
| Research Support Staff | faculty/technical staff who take care of children & other family members (regardless of gender/sex) faculty/technical staff who are appointed to national committees | <Closed> |
| Assistance with babysitting and temporary childcare | Male/female academic and administrative staff and doctoral students who are caring for children (include PD/RPD/CPD) | <Closed:2nd Period> |
| Start-up Research Fund | newly hired female faculty | <Closed> |
| Next Step Research Grant | female faculty | <Closed> |
Next Generation Programs
| Programs | Eligibility | Application Status |
|---|---|---|
| TU Science Ambassadors | female graduate students (inc. self-identified) | <Closed> |
| Zonta Club of Sendai I International Conference Scholarship | female graduate students | <Closed> |
| TU-UW AOS DEI Exchange Program | graduate students | <Closed> |
