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NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends

科学技術・学術政策研究所 科学技術予測・政策基盤調査研究センター（科学技術予測・科学技術動向）

Runs Japan's national Science and Technology Foresight Survey (Delphi, horizon scanning, 2050 future scenarios) to inform national STI policy.

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At a glance

Type
Government & military futures units
Parent organisation
National Institute of Science and Technology Policy (NISTEP), MEXT
Based in
Tokyo, Japan
Futures focus
Dedicated futures unit or programme
Time horizons
2035, 2050
Regions covered
Japan
Languages
JA, EN
Latest dated output seen
2026-03

What it works on

Technology

Services

ResearchReportsScenariosHorizon scanningTrends

Recent outputs

Official website: nistep.go.jp/research/scisip/science-and-technology-foresight

Organisations doing similar work

Center for Research and Development Strategy (CRDS), Japan Science and Technology AgencyTokyo, JapanChinese Academy of Engineering, engineering technology foresight programmeBeijing, ChinaKISTEP Future Foresight (Science and Technology Foresight)Eumseong, South KoreaNIA (National Information Society Agency) digital future outlookDaegu, South KoreaJGSDF Training Evaluation Research and Development Command (TERCOM)Tokyo, JapanMinistry of Planning and Budget, Future Strategy Planning OfficeSejong, South Korea

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Questions about NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends

What is NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends?

Runs Japan's national Science and Technology Foresight Survey (Delphi, horizon scanning, 2050 future scenarios) to inform national STI policy.

Where is NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends based?

NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends is based in Tokyo, Japan.

What does NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends focus on?

Its futures work covers technology. Typical outputs include forecasts, scenarios.

Which organisations do similar work to NISTEP Science and Technology Foresight and Trends?

Organisations doing similar work include Center for Research and Development Strategy (CRDS), Japan Science and Technology Agency, Chinese Academy of Engineering, engineering technology foresight programme, KISTEP Future Foresight (Science and Technology Foresight). The 311 Institute advises boards and leadership teams worldwide on emerging technologies, megatrends and the future of their industries.

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