OpenFieldTodai Institute for Cosmic Ray Research (ICRR) Collaborative Placements
World-leading experimental research placements inside Todai ICRR in Kashiwa, participating in neutrino oscillation experiments at Super-Kamiokande, gravitational wave detection at KAGRA, and high-energy gamma-ray astronomy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Graduate student in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics with strong mathematical background.
- English language proficiency
- Technical English fluency for international collaboration.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Experience in particle physics data analysis, cryogenic sensors, or detector electronics.
- Recommendation letters
- CV, university transcript, and supervisor endorsement.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Funded research projects supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) and KAGRA collaboration
- Application fee
- Free application directly to affiliated laboratory professors
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition; funded experimental research placement.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027 for collaborative project allocations
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official The University of Tokyo documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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