National Institute for Basic Biology
| Timing | Contents of Research Guidance | |
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April or October 1st year only |
Assignment of the supervisors and progress advisors | The supervisor (main and two additional) and progress advisors (two or three) are assigned according to the studentʼs research plan. |
| April or October | Preparation of Research Plan/Research Guidance Plan Outlines (annually) | The student and the supervisors collaborate to develop the annual Research Plan/Research Guidance Plan Outlines, based on the research plan prepared by the student. |
| April or October | Planning a course of study (each semester) | The student plans a course of study with the advice from the supervisors. |
| January to February, and July to August | Basic Biology Progress Interviews (semiannually) | The student holds one-to-one interviews with supervisors and progress advisors, presenting the progress of their research and future plans. Each faculty member in charge rovides guidance, advice, and evaluation. |
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August 2nd and 4th year (1st and 3rd year for students enrolled in Oct.) |
Basic Biology Progress Poster Presentation | The student presents their research every other year through a poster presentation to a broad audience, including all faculty members, and receives advice and suggestions. |
