Japan Science and Technology Agency
The Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) is a Japanese government agency that plays a central role in implementing the country's science and technology policy, including the government's Science and Technology Basic Plan. JST's comprehensive mission spans from knowledge creation and dissemination to providing infrastructure for science and technology information and raising awareness of related issues in Japan. Headquartered in Kawaguchi, Saitama and Chiyoda, Tokyo, JST was formed in 2003 as a successor to the Japan Science and Technology Corporation. Industries it has a preference for include: Diversified/Conglomerates, Agribusiness, Biotechnology, Construction, Consumer Products (CPG; FMCG), Education/Training, Energy & Utilities, Food & Beverage, Healthcare, Industrials, Information Technology, Logistics & Distribution, Marketing/Advertising, Media (Text; Video; Audio), Mining, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Telecoms & Data , Travel & Leisure Verticals it has a preference for include: CleanTech. It's preferred route(s) to market include: Primary Funds and Direct Investments.