The Gen Foundation
Registered UK
Charity No. 1071026
Tel: 020 7495 5564
Fax: 020 7495 4450
E-mail:
info@genfoundation.
org.uk
45 Old Bond Street
London W1S 4DN
United Kingdom
Founder and Trustee: Dr. Takashige Shimizu PhD Trustees: Mr. John Riches
Mr. Ikuo OzawaDate of Registration
as a Charity:14 August 1998
What is the Gen Foundation?
The Gen Foundation is a charitable trust which supports the research and study of Natural Science and the Arts. The Foundation focuses on biological, chemical, and botanical science students/researchers, and exceptional candidates from language, music, and art.
In recognition of the importance of cross-cultural exchange in today's global society, we also aim to deepen understanding between Japan and the rest of the world.
Who may apply?
Grants will be awarded to candidates based in or studying in the United Kingdom or Japan, although applicants from other countries may be considered.
Please note that the Foundation cannot provide sponsorship or guardianship, nor is it able to act as a guarantor.
What is the award amount?
All potential candidates should be aware that The Gen Foundation scholarships are one-off, non-renewable awards of approximately £3,000*.
* Exceptional candidates as deemed so under trustee's discretion may receive higher rewards.
Which projects have been successful in the past?
In 2007, a total budget of £13,000 was split between 5 successful candidates.
Since 1999, awards have been given to over 70 students studying a wide range of subjects within each category. These subjects include:
Photography, Islamic Art, Translation, Modern Japanese Literature, Food Bioscience, Japanese Style Music, Piano, Japanese Cultural Studies, Optical Sensory, Furniture Design and Molecular Biology.
