Aims at developing innovative technologies such as advanced exploitation of atomic energy, achievement of higher safety in nuclear facilities, and extensive utilization of radiation.

Conducts deep sea and marine technology research, ocean observations and marine ecosystem investigations.

JNC's Key Projects are those which form the basis of the fuel cycle: the fast breeder reactor (FBR), advanced reprocessing, plutonium fuel fabrication and the disposal of high-level radioactive waste.

Creates advanced technology, promotes business using tech seeds, disseminates S&T information, exchange and support researchers and promotes understanding of S&T by the public.

Develops new technology to develop industry, promotes regional research activities, disseminates findings, and promotes scientific exchanges.

The world's most powerful third-generation synchrotron radiation facility conducting advanced research in materials science, earth science, life science, and medicine.

A section of the Science and Technology Agency. Contains Overview, Research Projects and Activities.

Conducts R&D on biological effects of radiation and their mechanism, medical and social countermeasures, and diagnosis and treatment of disease using raidiation and radioisotopes. [Some pages require Adobe Acrobat Reader].

Leads planning of government science and technology policies, provides research results to firms and related organizations, and promotes policy research.

Contributes to the creation of a safe living environment through the development of efficient and dependable technology.

Updated information on Japan's involvement in the International Space Station, launch vehicle developments, satellites, space research and international space cooperation.

Conducts comprehensive research in science and technology to disseminate the results of its scientific research and technological developments.