How to Use the KAKEN OpenSearch API
This article explains how to programmatically retrieve information from the KAKEN (Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research) database. 1. Introduction KAKEN is a database for Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research provided by the National Institute of Informatics (NII). By using the OpenSearch API, you can programmatically retrieve information about research projects. 2. Preparation: Obtaining an Application ID To use the KAKEN API, you need to obtain an Application ID from CiNii. Access the CiNii API Registration page Fill in the required information and submit your registration request After approval, you will receive an Application ID (appid) by email Note: It may take some time from registration to approval. ...