Science

Japan attracts young Indian researchers to collaborate on AI, chemistry

Tokyo looks to build international networks in science via Lotus Programme

JST's Lotus Programme supports Indian researchers staying in Japan. (Japan Science and Technology Agency)

TOKYO -- Young Indian researchers are flocking to Japan under a government program drawing an estimated 1,000 fellowship candidates for fiscal 2026 -- around 20 times more than two years earlier -- as both countries hope to share their expertise.