Results from Appeal for Opinions concerning Basic Draft Plan on R&D for Expansion of Radio Frequency Resources in FY 2011, and Public Appeal for Proposals

  Prior to extending a public appeal for R&D proposals for the expansion of radio frequency resources to be newly implemented from FY 2011, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) compiled a basic draft plan for the implementation of R&D, and this was followed by an appeal for opinions that was held from February 17 to March 16, 2011.
  Two opinions were submitted in response to this appeal, and these opinions along with the views of the MIC are officially announced herein. Also, based on results from the appeal for opinions, the basic plan has been settled on as per the original plan, and there will now be a public appeal for proposals in the commissioning of R&D.

1. Results from appeal for opinions

(1) Subject of appeal for opinions
  Basic draft plan for R&D subjects relating to R&D to be newly implemented from FY 2011

(2) Results from appeal for opinions, and schedule hereafter
  From February 17 to March 16, 2011, an appeal was held for opinions concerning a basic draft plan on R&D for the expansion of radio frequency resources in FY 2011, in response to which two opinions were submitted. The main opinions along with the views of the MIC are as per the enclosed documents.
  Based on results from the appeal for opinions, the basic plan has been settled on as per the original plan, and in line with this plan there will now be a public appeal as follows for proposals regarding R&D for the expansion of radio wave resources to be newly implemented from FY 2011.

2. Public appeal for proposals

(1) Period of public appeal
  From March 30 (Wed) to April 27 (Wed), 2011

(2) R&D subjects in public appeal
  The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) plans to implement this R&D using radio wave usage fees as a source of funds, hence the specification of R&D that can assist the expansion of radio wave resources. After holding a public appeal for such R&D proposals and subsequently making selections, research institutions at private companies will be commissioned. The FY 2011 public appeal seeks proposals in the subjects (I to VI) outlined in the following table. These R&D subjects are expected to contribute to relieve the scarce state of frequencies, implement more effective use of radio waves, improve radio communication network connectivity, transmission and reception ability, maintain reliability, and so on. When applying, please bear in mind that proposals are sought based on these perspectives.

   The estimated maximum amount of money required for implementation in the first year is stated in the table below as an assumption, but a final decision will be reached based on external assessments, etc. Also note that the stated implementation periods are merely provided as a guide.

(3) How to apply
A. Please check the proposal outline for details regarding a summary of the outline, application requirements, etc. When applying, please create a written proposal that follows the prescribed styles established in the proposal creation outline.
B. Using the Cross-ministerial R&D Management System (e-Rad), please input your application information and apply electronically. (Please complete all application processes through e-Rad by 17:00 on April 27 (Wed), 2011.)
*Please allow a sufficient margin when applying through e-Rad as the research institution registration procedure can last two weeks or longer. For more details regarding e-Rad, please visit http://www.e-rad.go.jp
C. Please submit one proposal and one copy of your proposal as well as all necessary documents (see outline of proposal creation for more details) by post to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) at the address for submissions. (Applications must be received no later than April 27 (Wed), 2011.)

Please download application documents here:

• Proposal outline
  • Enclosed document 1: Basic plan for R&D concerning technology for high capacity satellite communication by means of dynamic polarization and frequency control
  • Enclosed document 2: Basic plan for R&D concerning high-precision measurement technology for 100GHz ultra-band wireless signals
  • Enclosed document 3: Basic plan for R&D concerning wireless transmission technology of tens of gigabits by means of ultra high frequency carrier waves
  • Enclosed document 4: Basic plan for R&D concerning upgrading 79GHz band radar systems
  • Enclosed document 5: Basic plan for R&D concerning radio wave environment adaptation radar
  • Enclosed document 6: Basic plan for R&D concerning technology using advanced frequencies aimed at implementation of new broadband access services in white space
  • Enclosed document 7: Range of target expenses (direct expenses)
  • Enclosed document 8: Regarding applications using the Cross-ministerial R&D Management System (e-Rad)
  • Enclosed document 9: Control and audit guidelines for official research funds of research institutions in the Information and Communications field
  • Enclosed document 10: Guidelines for dealing with unfair practices in research in the Information and Communications field (version 2)
  • Enclosed document 11: Contract of commission for R&D in the Information and Communications field – an explanation of management processing
• Proposal creation outline
• Style of proposal
• Proposal styles 4a and 4b

*In the case of collaborative research, please submit proposals to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications after settling on a representative research institution.

4. Selection of commissions

  The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) will select commissions after receiving the results of external assessments.

5. Schedule

  The schedule hereafter is assumed to be as outlined below. However, timing may change depending on external assessments, etc.

  Beginning of June: External assessments to be conducted, on the basis of which research institutions will be selected as candidates for commissions
  End of June: Sending of notifications confirming selections
  After notification of selections: After completing coordination with selected research institutions, contracts will promptly be executed and research implemented

6. Addresses for inquiries and submissions (points of contact vary for each separate R&D subject)

  Inquiries regarding the contents of separate R&D subjects, etc., should be directed to the official in charge of each separate R&D subject.
  Other inquiries regarding the creation of proposals, the submission process, etc., should be directed to the person in charge at the Radio Wave Policy Division of the Telecommunications Bureau. All e-mail inquiries will be received at the following address: wireless-rd_atmark_ml.soumu.go.jp (@ is displayed as "atmark" in order to prevent spam. Please replace "atmark" with @ when sending e-mail).
Please submit proposals, etc., to the relevant officials in charge.

Addresses for submissions and enquiries regarding R&D subjects

Address for submissions: Central Gov't Building No. 2, 10th floor 2-1-2 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8926

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