Science 7 July 2006: Vol. 313. no. 5783, p. 31 DOI: 10.1126/science.313.5783.31a NEWS OF THE WEEK JAPAN: Top Chemist Accused of Funds Misuse Dennis Normile TOKYO--One of Japan's most prominent scientists is facing allegations of misappropriating funds. Kazuko Matsumoto, who was poised to become head of an international scientific society, has acknowledged improperly handling payment requests but claims the money was used for research purposes. The case has prompted government officials to call for stricter oversight of research grants. 以下、省略