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Frequently Asked Questions

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Last Updated 2001,9,12

Q	What are the key features of the National Institute for Environmental Studies?
A	NIES is a research institute that plays a central role in Japan in addressing environmental issues, which it covers across a wide range of specialties in an integrated way, and from the local to the global level. Researchers from diverse fields of expertise carry out interdisciplinary work, ranging from basic research to problem solving research. Their high level is also one of our special features, with more than eighty percent of researchers having doctoral degrees.

What are the key features of the National Institute for Environmental Studies?

NIES is a research institute that plays a central role in Japan in addressing environmental issues, which it covers across a wide range of specialties in an integrated way, and from the local to the global level. Researchers from diverse fields of expertise carry out interdisciplinary work, ranging from basic research to problem solving research. Their high level is also one of our special features, with more than eighty percent of researchers having doctoral degrees.

Q	Specifically, what types of research are you conducting?
A	The range of research covers many fields, including global warming, ozone layer depletion, air pollution and other forms of pollution, risks to human health and ecosystems from chemical substances such as endocrine disruptors, treatment and recycling of waste, the conservation of biodiversity, and others. More detailed information is available on our Internet website. For information about our research activities, please contact the Office of Research Coordination and Public Relations (telephone 81-298-50-2310).

Specifically, what types of research are you conducting?

The range of research covers many fields, including global warming, ozone layer depletion, air pollution and other forms of pollution, risks to human health and ecosystems from chemical substances such as endocrine disruptors, treatment and recycling of waste, the conservation of biodiversity, and others. More detailed information is available on our Internet website. For information about our research activities, please contact the Office of Research Coordination and Public Relations (telephone 81-298-50-2310).

Q	Can I get copies of research reports?
A	You can find many research reports on our website. Some of them are available for downloading in PDF file format. In addition, all research reports can be viewed in the Institute's library (duplication service is not provided). Regarding printed reports, we distribute copies if they are in stock. Please contact the Environmental Information Center (facsimile 81-298-50-2566). The cost of mailing the reports will be charged.

Can I get copies of research reports?

You can find many research reports on our website. Some of them are available for downloading in PDF file format. In addition, all research reports can be viewed in the Institute's library (duplication service is not provided). Regarding printed reports, we distribute copies if they are in stock. Please contact the Environmental Information Center (facsimile 81-298-50-2566). The cost of mailing the reports will be charged.

Q	Can we attend research presentations?
A	Once each year (about June or July) we organize a public symposium to report the results of our research to a public audience. In addition, twice each year we organize an open house at our Institute in Tsukuba City (about April and June) and we welcome you attend.

Q	Do you release information about the state of the environment?
A	Through our Environmental Information Center, we release observational data and various kinds of environmental information on the atmosphere and water quality, collected from all over the country. In addition, the Center for Global Environmental Research makes much information available to the public, including a large amount of NIES database information and global environment monitoring data.

Q	I'm interested in working at NIES. How can I find out more?
A	We hire permanent and non-permanent research personnel from time to time, as the need arises. Please check our website for more information.

Inquiries

tel +81-29-850-2827
fax +81-29-851-2854

Email:

international@nies.go.jp

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