ITRI Graduate Scholarship Program (PhD)
If you are looking for the best development opportunity for yourselfin the exciting technology frontier, this is the program to make yourdream come true. The ITRI Graduate Scholarship Program offersforeign MS degree holders a comprehensive 4-year scholarship to pursue their Ph.D. in Taiwan, while joining collaborative research projectsbetween Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) and twooutstanding science and technology universities, National Chiao-TungUniversity (NCTU) and National Tsing-Hua University (NTHU).
What does this Program Offer?
Monthly scholarship of NT$30,000(~US$900).
Full tuition fees during the Ph.D. studies.
Additional research stipend when participating in dissertation research projects at ITRI.
Employment opportunity at ITRI after graduation.
Thisprogram extends the scholarship and tuition offer to eligible studentsup to 4 years depending on annual review of academic performance.Students failing to meet academic standards as required by partneruniversities will lose eligibility for this offer.
Focus Areas of this Program
Information and Communication Technologies
Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Optoelectronics and Photonics.
Eligibility for Application
Proof of foreign citizenship¡E Proof of a Master degree or equivalent¡E Graduate GPA of at least 3.4 or equivalent academic performance
TOEFL (if applicable) score of 550 or above for paper -based test (213 for computer-based test).
Forthe GRE comprised of Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical sections, atotal score of 1650 or above is required. For the new GRE versioncomprised of Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical. Writing sections, aminimum of 400 is required on Verbal, 650 on Quantitative, and 3.5 onAnalytical Writing.
Application Procedure
Application submissions should be made to the Program Office.
For more information about application, contact the Program Office (below).
Application deadline: March 31, 2009.
For more information
http://www.itri.org.tw/eng/
http://www.nthu.edu.tw/english/index.php
http://www.nctu.edu.tw/english/index.php
ITRI Graduate Scholarship Program -
Master's Degree program is similar to the PhD program except that the scholarship provided is for Bachelor's Degree holdersto study for a Master¡¦s Degree (MS). Scholarship is provided for 2years of study in a Master program at National Chiao Tung Universityor National Tsing Hua University, in exchange for a work commitment toITRI following graduation of 2 years.
What does this Program Offer?
Scholarship NT$360,000 per year.
Additional research stipend when participating in dissertation research projects at ITRI
Employment commitment to ITRI for 2 years after graduation
Thescholarship offer to eligible students up to 2 years (MS degree) is contingent on annual review of academic performance. Scholarshipholders failing to meet academic standards as required by partneruniversities may lose eligibility for this scholarship. Students mustnot apply for other scholarships for overseas students provided bytheir school or other institute.
Training Program at ITRI¡E Individual Research Advisor appointed by ITRI to assist and guide the coursework and thesis.¡E Internship opportunity at ITRI for project executing and acquiring practical experience.Eligibility for Scholarship¡E Applicantsmust have excellent academic performance and moral character, and maynot hold Republic of China (Taiwan) nationality nor be classed asoverseas Chinese students.¡E Engineering, Technology Management, or related majors, Bechelor or Master degree.¡E Academic record and English ability must meet standards for university applied to.
Application Procedure¡E Interested candidates should apply directly to the University of their preference, National Tsing Hua U. or National Chiao Tung U.
Contact InformationProgram Office (ITRI)
Mr. Daniel King, Ms. Camille Chang¡E Rm.315, Building 51, No. 195, Section 4, Chung Hsing Road, Chu-tung, Hsinchu, Taiwan¡E Tel : +886 3 591 7886 or +886 3 591 5516¡E Fax : +886 3 591 0015¡E Email : talent@itri.org.tw
Source: http://www.itri.org.tw/eng/Careers/Scholarship-detail.asp?RootNodeId=060&NodeId=0606&ArticleNBR=1774Yusuf Wibisono Taiwan - Republic of China
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Post-graduate scholarships at Chonbuk National University, South Korea
We are building a research team of graduate students or post-doctorate for our laboratory. Our projects are related to the application of laser ultrasound technologies and fiber-optics sensors technologies to the non-destructive test and evaluation (NDT&E), and Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) of important engineering structures, such as wind turbine, space launch vehicle, nuclear power plant, and aircraft. All the projects are application based with supports from the industries or government and have great potential to be commercialized. If you are highly motivated, we want to invite you to join our research team.
Basic Requirements: - Mechanical / Aeronautics / Aerospace / E&E / Mechatronics engineering background - Good English language proficiency.
Financial Supports:
- Research assistantship will be provided. Starting pay is 900,000 Korean Won for PhD or 600,000 Korean Won for master. Salary for post-doc is between 1,500,000 and 2,000,000 Korean Won.
- Annual increment of 50,000 ~ 100,000 Korean Won.
- Incentive bonus for publication. - Tuition fee discount depending on the grade of the coursework for each semester. Previous records show that an average student could get 40% discount from the total tuition fee.
Application Semester: - Fall 2009
For more information: - Department homepage: http://aerospace.chonbuk.ac.kr
- Chonbuk National University: http://en.chonbuk.ac.kr
- Send your enquiries to: upi.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com (laser ultrasound group) fos.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com (fiber-optics sensor group)
Prof. Jung-Ryul, LEE Smart Structures Laboratory Chonbuk National University, South Korea.
Homepage : http://aerospace.chonbuk.ac.kr/Category : Masters, PhD, Post DoctoralContact address : Smart Structures Laboratory Chonbuk National University, South Korea.
Email : fos.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com
Basic Requirements: - Mechanical / Aeronautics / Aerospace / E&E / Mechatronics engineering background - Good English language proficiency.
Financial Supports:
- Research assistantship will be provided. Starting pay is 900,000 Korean Won for PhD or 600,000 Korean Won for master. Salary for post-doc is between 1,500,000 and 2,000,000 Korean Won.
- Annual increment of 50,000 ~ 100,000 Korean Won.
- Incentive bonus for publication. - Tuition fee discount depending on the grade of the coursework for each semester. Previous records show that an average student could get 40% discount from the total tuition fee.
Application Semester: - Fall 2009
For more information: - Department homepage: http://aerospace.chonbuk.ac.kr
- Chonbuk National University: http://en.chonbuk.ac.kr
- Send your enquiries to: upi.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com (laser ultrasound group) fos.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com (fiber-optics sensor group)
Prof. Jung-Ryul, LEE Smart Structures Laboratory Chonbuk National University, South Korea.
Homepage : http://aerospace.chonbuk.ac.kr/Category : Masters, PhD, Post DoctoralContact address : Smart Structures Laboratory Chonbuk National University, South Korea.
Email : fos.smart.structures.lab@gmail.com
UN Scholarships at University of Peace, Costa Rica
Headquartered in Costa Rica, the United Nations-mandated University for Peace (UPEACE) was established in 1980 as a Treaty Organization by the UN General Assembly. As determined in the Charter of the University and endorsed by the UPEACE Council, the mission of the University for Peace is:
“to provide humanity with an international institution of higher education for peace with the aim of promoting among all human beings the spirit of understanding, tolerance and peaceful coexistence, to stimulate cooperation among peoples and to help lessen obstacles and threats to world peace and progress, in keeping with the noble aspirations proclaimed in the Charter of
the United Nations.”
At present, the UPEACE Costa Rica Campus has 150 students from 55 different countries, making it one of the most diverse universities in the world for its size. UPEACE is the only institution in the UN family authorized to grant degrees at the Master’s and Doctoral levels. The language of instruction is English.
Graduates of the University for Peace go on to work in the United Nations system, others international organizations and NGOs, academia, private companies. For more information about UPEACE alumni visit UPEACE Alumni Network Website” at http://www.upeacebuilders.org
Degrees offered:
– MA in Environmental Security and Peace
– MA in International Law and Human Rights
– MA in International Law and Settlement of Disputes
– MA in Peace Education
– MA in Gender and Peacebuilding
– MA in International Peace Studies
– MA in Media, Peace, and Conflict
– MA in Natural Resources and Peace
– MA in Natural Resources and Sustainable Development (with American
University)
Programs in Development:
– MA in Responsible Business Administration and Peace (MRBA)
– MA in Sustainable Economic Development and peace
– MA in Health, Disability, and Peace
Application deadline:
The deadline for applications is February 28th, 2009 for the 2009-2010
academic year.
Complete information about the application process is available on the
UPEACE website at www.upeace.org
“to provide humanity with an international institution of higher education for peace with the aim of promoting among all human beings the spirit of understanding, tolerance and peaceful coexistence, to stimulate cooperation among peoples and to help lessen obstacles and threats to world peace and progress, in keeping with the noble aspirations proclaimed in the Charter of
the United Nations.”
At present, the UPEACE Costa Rica Campus has 150 students from 55 different countries, making it one of the most diverse universities in the world for its size. UPEACE is the only institution in the UN family authorized to grant degrees at the Master’s and Doctoral levels. The language of instruction is English.
Graduates of the University for Peace go on to work in the United Nations system, others international organizations and NGOs, academia, private companies. For more information about UPEACE alumni visit UPEACE Alumni Network Website” at http://www.upeacebuilders.org
Degrees offered:
– MA in Environmental Security and Peace
– MA in International Law and Human Rights
– MA in International Law and Settlement of Disputes
– MA in Peace Education
– MA in Gender and Peacebuilding
– MA in International Peace Studies
– MA in Media, Peace, and Conflict
– MA in Natural Resources and Peace
– MA in Natural Resources and Sustainable Development (with American
University)
Programs in Development:
– MA in Responsible Business Administration and Peace (MRBA)
– MA in Sustainable Economic Development and peace
– MA in Health, Disability, and Peace
Application deadline:
The deadline for applications is February 28th, 2009 for the 2009-2010
academic year.
Complete information about the application process is available on the
UPEACE website at www.upeace.org
PhD positions in Organic Chemistry at University of Milano, Italy
PhD Positions Synthetic Organic Chemistry, the University of Milano, Italy
Two PhD positions for synthetic organic chemistry at the University of Milano, Dipartimento di Chimica Organica e Industriale - Milano, Italy
Two PhD positions are funded in our laboratory (within the framework of the European Initial Training Network CARMUSYS - Carbohydrate Multivalent Systems as Tools to Study Pathogen Interactions with DC-SIGN - PEOPLE Programme of the FP7 PITN-GA-2008-213592)
This multidisciplinary project intends to develop synthetic tools based on carbohydrates and carbohydrate mimics (monovalent and multivalent presentations) to unravel, understand and interfere in the recognition process of the dendritic cell receptor DC-SIGN during infection and immunological processes.
In close contact with top European research institutes our laboratory will be responsible for the design and synthesis of sugar mimics capable of interacting with DC-SIGN. It will also collaborate with other network nodes in the structural analysis and in vitro binding studies to determine the mimics’ affinity.
To apply: candidates should send their CV including one or two referees’ names by e-mail to Prof. Anna Bernardi (anna.bernardi@unimi.it).
Anna BernardiDipartimento di Chimica organica e industrialevia Venezian 2120133 Milano, Italy
http://users.unimi.it/dpcorind/en/?page_id=45
Candidates should hold a bachelor degree in organic chemistry. Knowledge of synthetic chemistry or carbohydrate chemistry would be a plus. The selection of best candidates will be performed under gender equality.
Restrictive conditions: only applications from non-Italian, European (or associated States) candidates can be considered
Net salary: ca. 1800 euros/month (after tax). Relocation & travel support added.
Starting date: Spring/Summer 2009
Two PhD positions for synthetic organic chemistry at the University of Milano, Dipartimento di Chimica Organica e Industriale - Milano, Italy
Two PhD positions are funded in our laboratory (within the framework of the European Initial Training Network CARMUSYS - Carbohydrate Multivalent Systems as Tools to Study Pathogen Interactions with DC-SIGN - PEOPLE Programme of the FP7 PITN-GA-2008-213592)
This multidisciplinary project intends to develop synthetic tools based on carbohydrates and carbohydrate mimics (monovalent and multivalent presentations) to unravel, understand and interfere in the recognition process of the dendritic cell receptor DC-SIGN during infection and immunological processes.
In close contact with top European research institutes our laboratory will be responsible for the design and synthesis of sugar mimics capable of interacting with DC-SIGN. It will also collaborate with other network nodes in the structural analysis and in vitro binding studies to determine the mimics’ affinity.
To apply: candidates should send their CV including one or two referees’ names by e-mail to Prof. Anna Bernardi (anna.bernardi@unimi.it).
Anna BernardiDipartimento di Chimica organica e industrialevia Venezian 2120133 Milano, Italy
http://users.unimi.it/dpcorind/en/?page_id=45
Candidates should hold a bachelor degree in organic chemistry. Knowledge of synthetic chemistry or carbohydrate chemistry would be a plus. The selection of best candidates will be performed under gender equality.
Restrictive conditions: only applications from non-Italian, European (or associated States) candidates can be considered
Net salary: ca. 1800 euros/month (after tax). Relocation & travel support added.
Starting date: Spring/Summer 2009
PhD and Post Doctoral positions at City University of Hong Kong
The Guy Carpenter Asia-Pacific Climate Impact Centre at the CityUniversity of Hong Kong http://www.cityu.edu.hk/gcacic/index.htm) is urgently looking foreither students who want to pursue a Ph.D. programme inregional climate modeling or recent Ph.D. graduates who have experience in regional climate modeling. Interested candidates shouldsend an email to gcacic@cityu.edu.hk introducing themselves andstating the type of work they want to pursue. Ph.D. candidatesshould also send their academic qualifications.All Ph.D. students receive a stipend equivalent to about US$1600 permonth. Salary of post-doctoral fellows is around US$3000-3500per month (depending on the number of years of post-Ph.D. experience).
Applications are accepted until all positions have been filled.
Applications are accepted until all positions have been filled.
Scholarships for Master in International and Development Economics in Belgium
A one year Advanced Master in International and Development Economics University of Namur (FUNDP) and University of Louvain (UCL) Belgium
Each year, the program gathers students from all over the world to train them in international and development economics and help them become actors of economic development in the context of an integrated world economy.
A basic training in economics (at least 4 years) is required to follow the program.
Courses are structured around three themes:
Macroeconomic management
International economic relations
Economic development, with emphasis on poverty reduction and institutional issues
Teaching staff includes well-known academic researchers with field experience in Asia, Africa
Around 15 scholarships per year for students from developing countries offered by:
CUD (Commission Universitaire pour le développement – Belgian Government)
CTB (Coopération Technique Belge)
CGRI (Commissariat Général aux Relations Internationales)
Contacts:
Pierrette Noel,
Rempart de la Vierge,
8. B-5000 Namur. Belgium.
Tel. : 32-81-72.48.23, Fax : 32-81-72.48.40, E-mail : intdev [at] fundp.ac.be
For more info: http://www.fundp.ac.be/facultes/eco/enseignement/desdev/en/
Each year, the program gathers students from all over the world to train them in international and development economics and help them become actors of economic development in the context of an integrated world economy.
A basic training in economics (at least 4 years) is required to follow the program.
Courses are structured around three themes:
Macroeconomic management
International economic relations
Economic development, with emphasis on poverty reduction and institutional issues
Teaching staff includes well-known academic researchers with field experience in Asia, Africa
Around 15 scholarships per year for students from developing countries offered by:
CUD (Commission Universitaire pour le développement – Belgian Government)
CTB (Coopération Technique Belge)
CGRI (Commissariat Général aux Relations Internationales)
Contacts:
Pierrette Noel,
Rempart de la Vierge,
8. B-5000 Namur. Belgium.
Tel. : 32-81-72.48.23, Fax : 32-81-72.48.40, E-mail : intdev [at] fundp.ac.be
For more info: http://www.fundp.ac.be/facultes/eco/enseignement/desdev/en/
Undergraduate Scholarships at Ryerson University, Canada
The BMO Financial Group’s philanthropic investments include a variety of educational initiatives. They are committed to providing programs needed to benefit the broader community. The BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships at Ryerson University will provide enhanced access to post-secondary education for traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students.
There will be a total of 19 awards offered to students officially enrolled in a four-year undergraduate degree program.
For more info: http://www.ryerson.ca/financialaid/pdfs/schol_ent_bmofinancial.pdf
There will be a total of 19 awards offered to students officially enrolled in a four-year undergraduate degree program.
For more info: http://www.ryerson.ca/financialaid/pdfs/schol_ent_bmofinancial.pdf
Undergraduate and MBA scholarships at Murdoch University, Dubai
Murdoch University International Study Centre Dubai (MUISCD), based in Dubai International Academic City, has announced scholarships for undergraduate and MBA students to reward exemplary performance.
The scholarships will be available for new entry-level students commencing their bachelors and MBA degree studies at MUISCD in August.
The scholarships will cover full tuition fees, excluding textbooks, accommodation and living expenses.
Graduating high school students with outstanding academic records or extra-curricular achievements can apply for the three scholarships available. The scholarships apply to degree courses in Bachelor of Commerce (with specializations in Management, Marketing Management and Finance), Bachelor of Media (with specializations in Radio and Screen & Sound) and Bachelor of Mass Communication (with specializations in Journalism and Public Relations).
At the postgraduate level, the scholarship is available to students applying for the one-year MBA program demonstrating excellence in their work, community activities or past studies.
The scholarships are available for the normal duration of the program, subject to satisfactory academic progress, which will be reviewed annually. All applicants must also have satisfied the strict academic and English Language proficiency requirements of MUISCD.
'Murdoch University is committed to encouraging promising students by recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance. We demonstrate that commitment to excellence by providing support and offering scholarships that we believe will motivate the students to aspire for even greater achievements in their future careers in media and business.'
said Professor John Grainger, Pro-Vice Chancellor of MUISCD.
He added: 'Our scholarships reflect the value we attach to outstanding performance and equal opportunity. The scholarship program not only enables the deserving students to pursue a study field of their interest but also is a useful merit when applying for employment after graduation.'
The deadline for submitting scholarship applications with complete supporting documentation is May 15, 2009.
Source: http://www.ameinfo.com/182797.html
The scholarships will be available for new entry-level students commencing their bachelors and MBA degree studies at MUISCD in August.
The scholarships will cover full tuition fees, excluding textbooks, accommodation and living expenses.
Graduating high school students with outstanding academic records or extra-curricular achievements can apply for the three scholarships available. The scholarships apply to degree courses in Bachelor of Commerce (with specializations in Management, Marketing Management and Finance), Bachelor of Media (with specializations in Radio and Screen & Sound) and Bachelor of Mass Communication (with specializations in Journalism and Public Relations).
At the postgraduate level, the scholarship is available to students applying for the one-year MBA program demonstrating excellence in their work, community activities or past studies.
The scholarships are available for the normal duration of the program, subject to satisfactory academic progress, which will be reviewed annually. All applicants must also have satisfied the strict academic and English Language proficiency requirements of MUISCD.
'Murdoch University is committed to encouraging promising students by recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance. We demonstrate that commitment to excellence by providing support and offering scholarships that we believe will motivate the students to aspire for even greater achievements in their future careers in media and business.'
said Professor John Grainger, Pro-Vice Chancellor of MUISCD.
He added: 'Our scholarships reflect the value we attach to outstanding performance and equal opportunity. The scholarship program not only enables the deserving students to pursue a study field of their interest but also is a useful merit when applying for employment after graduation.'
The deadline for submitting scholarship applications with complete supporting documentation is May 15, 2009.
Source: http://www.ameinfo.com/182797.html
PhD assistantships in communication disorders at University of Louisiana
Ph.D. Assistantships are available for the start of Fall 2009 (mid-August) or for Spring (January) 2010. All tuition fees and a stipend for living expenses will be paid. Candidates with good GRE scores (or those about to take GRE) should contact Ph.D. Coordinator for more details (Dr John Tetnowski).
Please attach a current CV with GRE and GPA scores. Candidates from the US should have a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders or a Master’s or honors bachelor degree in Linguistics. Candidates from outside the US can apply if they have a good honours bachelor degree in Speech-Language Therapy if that is the qualifying level for the profession, or in Linguistics.
See website for details about the doctoral program in Applied Language and Speech Sciences. Supervision is offered in all areas of language and speech disorders but not in audiology.
For a Fall 2009 start, candidates should contact us immediately. Overseas applications are welcome, but should bear in mind they will need to take the GRE exam.
Alternate contacts:
Head of Department, Dr Nancye Roussel (ncroussel@louisiana.edu);
Director of Research Center, Dr Martin J. Ball (mjball@louisiana.edu).
Application Deadline: 21-Jun-2009
Mailing Address for Applications:
Attn: Dr John Tetnowski
Dept Communicative Disorders
P O Box 43170
Lafayette LA 70508
USA
Web Address for Applications
Contact Information:
Dr John Tetnowski
tetnowski@louisiana.edu
Phone:+;1 337 482 6721
Web Address: http://www.louisiana.edu
Please attach a current CV with GRE and GPA scores. Candidates from the US should have a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders or a Master’s or honors bachelor degree in Linguistics. Candidates from outside the US can apply if they have a good honours bachelor degree in Speech-Language Therapy if that is the qualifying level for the profession, or in Linguistics.
See website for details about the doctoral program in Applied Language and Speech Sciences. Supervision is offered in all areas of language and speech disorders but not in audiology.
For a Fall 2009 start, candidates should contact us immediately. Overseas applications are welcome, but should bear in mind they will need to take the GRE exam.
Alternate contacts:
Head of Department, Dr Nancye Roussel (ncroussel@louisiana.edu);
Director of Research Center, Dr Martin J. Ball (mjball@louisiana.edu).
Application Deadline: 21-Jun-2009
Mailing Address for Applications:
Attn: Dr John Tetnowski
Dept Communicative Disorders
P O Box 43170
Lafayette LA 70508
USA
Web Address for Applications
Contact Information:
Dr John Tetnowski
tetnowski@louisiana.edu
Phone:+;1 337 482 6721
Web Address: http://www.louisiana.edu
PhD Studentship at School of Clinical and Laboratory Sciences, University of Manchester
The School of Clinical and Laboratory Sciences invites applications for a distinguished 3-year Research into Ageing PhD studentship commencing in October 2009. Funding will provide full support for the UK/EU tuition fee, a tax-free annual stipend of £14, 500 and generous travel allowance.
The primary objective of this project is to identify proteins essential for biofilm development with a view to recognizing novel targets for biofilm inhibition in relation to urinary incontinence.
Urinary incontinence, a condition largely associated with older patients, is generally managed in hospitals and care homes using indwelling catheters.
Unfortunately the catheter is a hazard to the very patients it is designed to treat. The urine of virtually all catheterised patients is persistently colonized with multiple species of microorganisms and around 50% will develop gram-negative bacteraemia. Long-term use of the urinary catheter is also the most likely source of urosepsis in patients over 60 years of age.
The vast majority of infections result from bacterial biofilm formation on the surfaces of the catheter. Biofilms are structured, multicellular layers that constitute a protected growth mode to facilitate survival in hostile environments. Their production offers increased resistance to host defences and general antimicrobials. As a result persistent painful urinary tract infections are common, particularly in older patients. Together with the increase in antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is, therefore, desirable for future treatments to move away from the use of antibiotics and towards the use of specific inhibitors of functions vital to biofilm formation. As part of our ongoing research to develop novel catheter coating that release such inhibitors this project aims to identify proteins critical to biofilm formation that can be targeted for inhibition.
The successful applicant will develop a wide variety of techniques particularly those associated with molecular biology, proteomics and microbiology. He/she will also develop techniques associated with biomaterial synthesis particularly those derived from cross-linked poly(ethylene glycol) methacrylate or glycerol methacrylate as these will be used for the substrata for biofilm formation.
Upon completion of the project, the candidate will be ideally placed to progress into a post-doctoral position in either the physical or biological sciences or indeed at the interface between the two.
Applications are welcomed from candidates holding, or expecting to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject such as biochemistry, chemistry, chemical biology and biomedical sciences.
Interested candidates should submit a CV and detailed covering letter outlining their suitability for the project to Dr Michelle Webb at michelle.webb@manchester.ac.uk.
Contact details for two academic or professional referees should also be provided.
Applications will be welcomed up to and including Monday 16 February 2009.
For further details on the study or to confirm your suitability please contact
Dr Webb at the above address.
http://www.medicine.manchester.ac.uk/medicalgenetics/
The primary objective of this project is to identify proteins essential for biofilm development with a view to recognizing novel targets for biofilm inhibition in relation to urinary incontinence.
Urinary incontinence, a condition largely associated with older patients, is generally managed in hospitals and care homes using indwelling catheters.
Unfortunately the catheter is a hazard to the very patients it is designed to treat. The urine of virtually all catheterised patients is persistently colonized with multiple species of microorganisms and around 50% will develop gram-negative bacteraemia. Long-term use of the urinary catheter is also the most likely source of urosepsis in patients over 60 years of age.
The vast majority of infections result from bacterial biofilm formation on the surfaces of the catheter. Biofilms are structured, multicellular layers that constitute a protected growth mode to facilitate survival in hostile environments. Their production offers increased resistance to host defences and general antimicrobials. As a result persistent painful urinary tract infections are common, particularly in older patients. Together with the increase in antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is, therefore, desirable for future treatments to move away from the use of antibiotics and towards the use of specific inhibitors of functions vital to biofilm formation. As part of our ongoing research to develop novel catheter coating that release such inhibitors this project aims to identify proteins critical to biofilm formation that can be targeted for inhibition.
The successful applicant will develop a wide variety of techniques particularly those associated with molecular biology, proteomics and microbiology. He/she will also develop techniques associated with biomaterial synthesis particularly those derived from cross-linked poly(ethylene glycol) methacrylate or glycerol methacrylate as these will be used for the substrata for biofilm formation.
Upon completion of the project, the candidate will be ideally placed to progress into a post-doctoral position in either the physical or biological sciences or indeed at the interface between the two.
Applications are welcomed from candidates holding, or expecting to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject such as biochemistry, chemistry, chemical biology and biomedical sciences.
Interested candidates should submit a CV and detailed covering letter outlining their suitability for the project to Dr Michelle Webb at michelle.webb@manchester.ac.uk.
Contact details for two academic or professional referees should also be provided.
Applications will be welcomed up to and including Monday 16 February 2009.
For further details on the study or to confirm your suitability please contact
Dr Webb at the above address.
http://www.medicine.manchester.ac.uk/medicalgenetics/
PhD position in Biostatistics at University of Bern, Switzerland
The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Bern is one of five medical faculties in Switzerland. The Faculty’s Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine (ISPM) employs some 100 staff and provides undergraduate and post-graduate education and carries out research in a range of disciplines relevant to Public Health. ISPM offers a lively, interdisciplinary environment with excellent computing and library facilities. With its mediaeval architecture, the Swiss capital city of Bern is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which offers excellent quality of life in the proximity of the Alps.
An opening for a PhD position in biostatistics / epidemiology (childhood asthma) is available from 1st March 2009, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. Childhood wheezing disorders (including childhood asthma) are the most common chronic health problem in childhood. Yet, the factors that determine if a child gets asthma, and if it grows out of it or develops chronic disease, are poorly known. This PhD project will focus on the prediction of onset and persistence of childhood wheezing disorders, using data from large population-based cohort studies
Specifically the applicant will:
* Perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the existing literature on predictors of onset and persistence of wheeze and asthma.
* Explore, apply and compare the performance of the methods (e.g. logistic regression, classification and regression trees, and artificial neural networks) in predicting onset and persistence of asthma in children.
* Develop prognostic tools for use in clinical practice.
* Prepare graphs and tables based on the analysis, write statistical reports and scientific papers.
* Present results at national and international conferences.
* Travel to England 2-3 times per year for meetings with collaborators.
* Participate in general tasks relating to the management of the Leicester cohort studies (database creation and maintenance, logistics of ongoing and future surveys, data cleaning, grant applications).
We are seeking a PhD candidate with a strong background in applied statistics and with an interest in clinical epidemiology or public health. Candidates with a degree in statistics, mathematics, medicine or natural sciences are welcome to apply.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated graduate student (diploma or master degree) with good skills in statistical programming (R or Matlab) combined with an interest in applied health related research.
Experience in the use of standard statistical software such as Stata or SAS, in writing scientific papers and reports and in presenting results would be advantageous. The ability to maintain clear documentation is essential. Languages: excellent knowledge of English and either German or French.
The appointment is available from March 2009 for 3 years. The salary of the PhD position is based on the salary scale of the Swiss National Science Foundation. More detailed information on the position can be obtained from Claudia Kuehni.
Please send your applications including curriculum vitae as soon as possible, but not later than February 15, 2009 to:
PD Dr. med. Claudia Kuehni,
Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin,
Finkenhubelweg 11,
CH-3012 Bern, Switzerland.
E-mail: kuehni@ispm.unibe.ch.
Universität Bern,
Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin, Finkenhubelweg 11,
CH-3012 Bern, www.ispm.unibe.ch
An opening for a PhD position in biostatistics / epidemiology (childhood asthma) is available from 1st March 2009, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. Childhood wheezing disorders (including childhood asthma) are the most common chronic health problem in childhood. Yet, the factors that determine if a child gets asthma, and if it grows out of it or develops chronic disease, are poorly known. This PhD project will focus on the prediction of onset and persistence of childhood wheezing disorders, using data from large population-based cohort studies
Specifically the applicant will:
* Perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the existing literature on predictors of onset and persistence of wheeze and asthma.
* Explore, apply and compare the performance of the methods (e.g. logistic regression, classification and regression trees, and artificial neural networks) in predicting onset and persistence of asthma in children.
* Develop prognostic tools for use in clinical practice.
* Prepare graphs and tables based on the analysis, write statistical reports and scientific papers.
* Present results at national and international conferences.
* Travel to England 2-3 times per year for meetings with collaborators.
* Participate in general tasks relating to the management of the Leicester cohort studies (database creation and maintenance, logistics of ongoing and future surveys, data cleaning, grant applications).
We are seeking a PhD candidate with a strong background in applied statistics and with an interest in clinical epidemiology or public health. Candidates with a degree in statistics, mathematics, medicine or natural sciences are welcome to apply.
The ideal candidate will be a motivated graduate student (diploma or master degree) with good skills in statistical programming (R or Matlab) combined with an interest in applied health related research.
Experience in the use of standard statistical software such as Stata or SAS, in writing scientific papers and reports and in presenting results would be advantageous. The ability to maintain clear documentation is essential. Languages: excellent knowledge of English and either German or French.
The appointment is available from March 2009 for 3 years. The salary of the PhD position is based on the salary scale of the Swiss National Science Foundation. More detailed information on the position can be obtained from Claudia Kuehni.
Please send your applications including curriculum vitae as soon as possible, but not later than February 15, 2009 to:
PD Dr. med. Claudia Kuehni,
Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin,
Finkenhubelweg 11,
CH-3012 Bern, Switzerland.
E-mail: kuehni@ispm.unibe.ch.
Universität Bern,
Institut für Sozial- und Präventivmedizin, Finkenhubelweg 11,
CH-3012 Bern, www.ispm.unibe.ch
PhD Scholarships in Biological Sciences in New Zealand
The Dairy Science & Technology Section in the Food & Textiles Group has fellowships available for five PhD students. The positions will be based at AgResearch Ruakura in Hamilton, New Zealand. These positions include an annual PhD stipend of up to NZ$25,000 (tax free) p.a. plus tuition fees.
The students will enrol at a New Zealand University and be co-supervised by a member of the listed teams as well as a university based supervisor. We need enthusiastic, motivated people to join our teams. We offer a supportive, stimulating environment where the focus is very much on leadership, people, high performance, and science excellence. Please refer to the website for more information.
Web Address:http://www.agresearch.co.nz/careers
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to 5 people. Open for applications until
February 16, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is NZD25000 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Contact
Rell Sumner
AgResearch
Email: rell.sumner@agresearch.co.nz
Web Site: http://www.agresearch.co.nz
Address:
Ruakura Research Centre
5th Floor, Tower Block
East Street
Hamilton
3240
The students will enrol at a New Zealand University and be co-supervised by a member of the listed teams as well as a university based supervisor. We need enthusiastic, motivated people to join our teams. We offer a supportive, stimulating environment where the focus is very much on leadership, people, high performance, and science excellence. Please refer to the website for more information.
Web Address:http://www.agresearch.co.nz/careers
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to 5 people. Open for applications until
February 16, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is NZD25000 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Contact
Rell Sumner
AgResearch
Email: rell.sumner@agresearch.co.nz
Web Site: http://www.agresearch.co.nz
Address:
Ruakura Research Centre
5th Floor, Tower Block
East Street
Hamilton
3240
Scholarships for Study in China
MOE entrusts China Scholarship Council (hereinafter referred to as CSC) to handle the enrollment of international students and carry out the routine management of Chinese Government Scholarship Programs.
1. According to the regulation stipulated by MOE, all the undergraduate programs are instructed in Chinese. Applicants with no command of Chinese are generally required to take Chinese language courses for 1-2 years before starting their academic programs. Applicants who apply for study in science, engineering, agriculture, medicine (western medicine), economics, management and law are required to take Chinese language courses for 1 year.
Applicants who apply for study in literature, history, philosophy, and medicine (traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese herb medicine) are required to take Chinese language courses for 2 years.
2. Some courses set for general scholars, senior scholars and postgraduate students in some universities can be conducted in English. Please refer to Directory of Chinese Higher Institutions Admitting International Students under Chinese Government Scholarship Program and Academic Programs or the website of CSC (http://www.csc.edu.cn/Lianhua) for details.
3. Duration for scholarship specified at the time of admission can NOT be extended in principle.
Application
The applicants shall apply to Chinese diplomatic missions or the competent authorities in their home countries between January and April every year. Applicants may refer to the relevant authorities for details.
Eligibility
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health.
Education background and age limit:
Applicants for undergraduate programs must have senior high school diploma with good academic performance and be under the age of 25.
Applicants for master degree programs must have bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
Applicants for Doctoral degree programs must have master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
Chinese language students must have senior high school diploma and be under the age of 35, will study Chinese language program in China.
General scholar candidates must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies and be under the age of 45, may study all majors besides Chinese language.
Senior scholar candidates must have master’s degree or above, or hold academic titles of associate professor or above, and be under the age of 50.
Application deadline: April 30th, 2009
Details of the Scholarship
1. Full scholarship:
Exempt from registration fee, tuition fee, fee for laboratory experiment, fee for internship, fee for basic learning materials and accommodation on campus; Living allowance; One-off settlement subsidy after registration; Fee for outpatient medical service, Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Benefit Plan for International Students in China; One-off inter-city travel subsidy.
Note:
1) Costs of the laboratory experiment or internship beyond the university’s arrangements should be born by the student himself.
2) Fee for basic learning materials covers the necessary learning materials prescribed by the host institution, and other materials shall be at self expenses.
3) Monthly allowance is provided to students by the host institution at the following rates (CNY Yuan per month):
- Undergraduates: CNY 1,400 Yuan
- Chinese language students: CNY 1,400 Yuan
- Master degree students, general scholars: CNY 1,700
Yuan
- Doctoral degree students, senior scholars: CNY 2,000
Yuan
Scholarship students shall receive their monthly allowance after registration.
New students who register before 15th (15th included) of the registration month will get the full amount of living allowance of that month, and those who register after 15th will get half amount of that month.
Students upon graduation will be given a living allowance for another 15 days after the graduation time set by the university. The allowance will be terminated from the next month after students suspend their studies, drop school or complete schooling from the university. Monthly allowance covers school holidays.
Scholarship students who do not get the monthly living allowance during holidays can get that upon their return on campus. For those students who do not register on time without permission from the university, leave for non-health reasons or are absent from the university over a month, the allowance will be suspended for one month.
Students who have to suspend their studies because of serious diseases should go back to the home country and pay for the international trip by themselves. With the university’s approval, the scholarship status can be reserved for at most one year, and their living allowances will be suspended at the same time. The scholarship will be terminated for those who suspend their studies for other reasons.
4) New students will get one-off settlement subsidy upon arrival in China.
- CNY 1,000 Yuan for new students who will study in China up to six months
- CNY 1,500 Yuan for new students who will study in China for one academic year or more
5) Fee for outpatient medical service refers to the outpatient expense in the institution’s hospital or the hospitals entrusted by the institution. The students should pay for a certain percentage of expense in accordance with the institution’s relevant regulations.
6) Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Benefit Plan for International Students in China is provided by MOE for the scholarship students in China in case of hospitalizing for serious diseases and accidental injuries. The institutions or the entrusted medical assistance agency provide advancement service for insurance expenses, and claim for compensation with relevant payment receipts from the insurance company according to the stipulated insurance articles. The claim of individual student will not be accepted by the insurance company.
7) One-off inter-city travel ticket (each for coming-in and leaving China) Scholarship students are supposed to choose the nearest port to their admitting institutions for inter-city travel and a hard-seat train ticket (hard-berth train ticket for overnight trip) will be provided for new scholarship students transferring from the port of entry upon registration to the city where the admitting institution or Chinese language training institution, preparatory education institution is located, for students transferring from the Chinese language training institution or the preparatory education institution to the city where the university for major study is located, and for students transferring from the city where the institution is located to the nearest port for departure upon graduation.
Expenses for food during the trip and excess of baggage should be self-afforded.
International travel expenses
MOE will provide round-trip or one-way international air ticket to scholarship students based on the reached agreements, and entrust CSC to take charge of booking the most direct and economical international air ticket for the students between Beijing and their capitals. If the students make a detour to China or return to their home countries, they shall afford the extra expenses. Expenses for the excess of baggage should be also self-afforded.
Contact China Scholarship Council
Asia: 0086-10-66093923 yongq@csc.edu.cn
Central Asia: 0086-10-66093926/3925 jiangyuan@csc.edu.cn xmsun@csc.edu.cn
America & Oceania :0086-10-66093926/3925 jiangyuan@csc.edu.cn xmsun@csc.edu.cn
Africa: 0086-10-66093919/3920 sswu@csc.edu.cn lmeng@csc.edu.cn
Europe: 0086-10-66093921/3920 ljyu@csc.edu.cn lmeng@csc.edu.cn
Special Scholarship: 0086-10-66093925/3918 xmsun@csc.edu.cn lchen@csc.edu.cn
University Postgraduate Study Program & Degree Study in Provinces and Autonomous
Regions Program: 0086-10-66093917/3918 jwang @csc.edu.cn lchen@csc.edu.cn
Fax: 0086-10-66093915
Web: http://www.csc.edu.cn/Lianhua/
Address: Level 13, Building A3, No.9 Chegongzhuang
Avenue, Beijing 100044, P. R.
China
1. According to the regulation stipulated by MOE, all the undergraduate programs are instructed in Chinese. Applicants with no command of Chinese are generally required to take Chinese language courses for 1-2 years before starting their academic programs. Applicants who apply for study in science, engineering, agriculture, medicine (western medicine), economics, management and law are required to take Chinese language courses for 1 year.
Applicants who apply for study in literature, history, philosophy, and medicine (traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese herb medicine) are required to take Chinese language courses for 2 years.
2. Some courses set for general scholars, senior scholars and postgraduate students in some universities can be conducted in English. Please refer to Directory of Chinese Higher Institutions Admitting International Students under Chinese Government Scholarship Program and Academic Programs or the website of CSC (http://www.csc.edu.cn/Lianhua) for details.
3. Duration for scholarship specified at the time of admission can NOT be extended in principle.
Application
The applicants shall apply to Chinese diplomatic missions or the competent authorities in their home countries between January and April every year. Applicants may refer to the relevant authorities for details.
Eligibility
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health.
Education background and age limit:
Applicants for undergraduate programs must have senior high school diploma with good academic performance and be under the age of 25.
Applicants for master degree programs must have bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
Applicants for Doctoral degree programs must have master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
Chinese language students must have senior high school diploma and be under the age of 35, will study Chinese language program in China.
General scholar candidates must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies and be under the age of 45, may study all majors besides Chinese language.
Senior scholar candidates must have master’s degree or above, or hold academic titles of associate professor or above, and be under the age of 50.
Application deadline: April 30th, 2009
Details of the Scholarship
1. Full scholarship:
Exempt from registration fee, tuition fee, fee for laboratory experiment, fee for internship, fee for basic learning materials and accommodation on campus; Living allowance; One-off settlement subsidy after registration; Fee for outpatient medical service, Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Benefit Plan for International Students in China; One-off inter-city travel subsidy.
Note:
1) Costs of the laboratory experiment or internship beyond the university’s arrangements should be born by the student himself.
2) Fee for basic learning materials covers the necessary learning materials prescribed by the host institution, and other materials shall be at self expenses.
3) Monthly allowance is provided to students by the host institution at the following rates (CNY Yuan per month):
- Undergraduates: CNY 1,400 Yuan
- Chinese language students: CNY 1,400 Yuan
- Master degree students, general scholars: CNY 1,700
Yuan
- Doctoral degree students, senior scholars: CNY 2,000
Yuan
Scholarship students shall receive their monthly allowance after registration.
New students who register before 15th (15th included) of the registration month will get the full amount of living allowance of that month, and those who register after 15th will get half amount of that month.
Students upon graduation will be given a living allowance for another 15 days after the graduation time set by the university. The allowance will be terminated from the next month after students suspend their studies, drop school or complete schooling from the university. Monthly allowance covers school holidays.
Scholarship students who do not get the monthly living allowance during holidays can get that upon their return on campus. For those students who do not register on time without permission from the university, leave for non-health reasons or are absent from the university over a month, the allowance will be suspended for one month.
Students who have to suspend their studies because of serious diseases should go back to the home country and pay for the international trip by themselves. With the university’s approval, the scholarship status can be reserved for at most one year, and their living allowances will be suspended at the same time. The scholarship will be terminated for those who suspend their studies for other reasons.
4) New students will get one-off settlement subsidy upon arrival in China.
- CNY 1,000 Yuan for new students who will study in China up to six months
- CNY 1,500 Yuan for new students who will study in China for one academic year or more
5) Fee for outpatient medical service refers to the outpatient expense in the institution’s hospital or the hospitals entrusted by the institution. The students should pay for a certain percentage of expense in accordance with the institution’s relevant regulations.
6) Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Benefit Plan for International Students in China is provided by MOE for the scholarship students in China in case of hospitalizing for serious diseases and accidental injuries. The institutions or the entrusted medical assistance agency provide advancement service for insurance expenses, and claim for compensation with relevant payment receipts from the insurance company according to the stipulated insurance articles. The claim of individual student will not be accepted by the insurance company.
7) One-off inter-city travel ticket (each for coming-in and leaving China) Scholarship students are supposed to choose the nearest port to their admitting institutions for inter-city travel and a hard-seat train ticket (hard-berth train ticket for overnight trip) will be provided for new scholarship students transferring from the port of entry upon registration to the city where the admitting institution or Chinese language training institution, preparatory education institution is located, for students transferring from the Chinese language training institution or the preparatory education institution to the city where the university for major study is located, and for students transferring from the city where the institution is located to the nearest port for departure upon graduation.
Expenses for food during the trip and excess of baggage should be self-afforded.
International travel expenses
MOE will provide round-trip or one-way international air ticket to scholarship students based on the reached agreements, and entrust CSC to take charge of booking the most direct and economical international air ticket for the students between Beijing and their capitals. If the students make a detour to China or return to their home countries, they shall afford the extra expenses. Expenses for the excess of baggage should be also self-afforded.
Contact China Scholarship Council
Asia: 0086-10-66093923 yongq@csc.edu.cn
Central Asia: 0086-10-66093926/3925 jiangyuan@csc.edu.cn xmsun@csc.edu.cn
America & Oceania :0086-10-66093926/3925 jiangyuan@csc.edu.cn xmsun@csc.edu.cn
Africa: 0086-10-66093919/3920 sswu@csc.edu.cn lmeng@csc.edu.cn
Europe: 0086-10-66093921/3920 ljyu@csc.edu.cn lmeng@csc.edu.cn
Special Scholarship: 0086-10-66093925/3918 xmsun@csc.edu.cn lchen@csc.edu.cn
University Postgraduate Study Program & Degree Study in Provinces and Autonomous
Regions Program: 0086-10-66093917/3918 jwang @csc.edu.cn lchen@csc.edu.cn
Fax: 0086-10-66093915
Web: http://www.csc.edu.cn/Lianhua/
Address: Level 13, Building A3, No.9 Chegongzhuang
Avenue, Beijing 100044, P. R.
China
Chemistry Postgraduate Scholarships at Monash University, Australia
Research in the School of Chemistry at Monash University covers a diverse range of areas including Synthesis and Medicinal Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Computational and Analytical Science and Environmental and Green Chemistry. A wide range of scholarships are available for postgraduate research candidates in the School of Chemistry at Monash University. Application method: enquiries should be directed to the advertised academic program leader.
Reference Number: 4140
Study Subject: Chemistry
Web Address: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Provided By: Monash University School of Chemistry Postgraduate Scholarships
To be undertaken at: Monash University.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability
This scholarship is offered on an ongoing basis to 10 people. Open for applications from January 27, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD24000 (total may vary). This award is to be used for research, travel and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Analytical chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Organic chemistry, Physical chemistry (incl. structural) or Theoretical and computational chemistry.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Contacts:
1.) Dr Andrea Robinson
Monash University
Phone: 61 03 9905 4553
Fax: 63 03 99055 4597
Email: Andrea.Robinson@sci.monash.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Address:
School of Chemistry
Wellington Road
Clayton
Vic, Australia
3800
2.) Ms Monika Walker (Student Administrator)
Monash University
Phone: 61 03 9905 1123
Fax: 61 3 9905 4597
Email: Monika.Walker@sci.monash.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Address:
School of Chemistry
Wellington Road
Clayton
Vic, Australia
3800
Reference Number: 4140
Study Subject: Chemistry
Web Address: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Provided By: Monash University School of Chemistry Postgraduate Scholarships
To be undertaken at: Monash University.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability
This scholarship is offered on an ongoing basis to 10 people. Open for applications from January 27, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD24000 (total may vary). This award is to be used for research, travel and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Analytical chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Organic chemistry, Physical chemistry (incl. structural) or Theoretical and computational chemistry.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Contacts:
1.) Dr Andrea Robinson
Monash University
Phone: 61 03 9905 4553
Fax: 63 03 99055 4597
Email: Andrea.Robinson@sci.monash.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Address:
School of Chemistry
Wellington Road
Clayton
Vic, Australia
3800
2.) Ms Monika Walker (Student Administrator)
Monash University
Phone: 61 03 9905 1123
Fax: 61 3 9905 4597
Email: Monika.Walker@sci.monash.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.chem.monash.edu.au/postgrad/scholarships/index.html
Address:
School of Chemistry
Wellington Road
Clayton
Vic, Australia
3800
Developments at Punjab University
The Punjab University (PU) Scholarship Committee meeting held on Thursday decided to award 5,000 scholarships on merit and to needy students.
According to a press statement, Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran chaired the meeting while deans of faculties, PU treasurer and additional treasurer and members of the committee attended the meeting.
As many as 303 students of Faculty of Behavioural & Social Sciences, 643 of Faculty of Economics & Management Sciences, 250 of Faculty of Arts & Humanities, 1,030 of Faculty of Commerce, 428 of Faculty of Law, 114 of Faculty of Oriental Learning, 74 of Islamic Studies, 312 of Faculty of Engineering & Technology, 405 of Faculty of Life Sciences, 1118 of Faculty of Sciences, 272 of Pharmacy and 31 students of Faculty of Education will be offered scholarships on open merit and needy basis.
Addressing the meeting, PU VC Dr Mujahid Kamran directed the officials concerned to make the whole process transparent and adopt strict merit to award scholarships to the students. He directed all the deans to instruct the heads of departments to send the names of students keeping in view strict merit so that no student could be deprived of due right.
It was also decided in the meeting that a notice be sent to all the heads of teaching departments to send the lists of eligible students to the Scholarship Committee within 30 days for the award of merit and needy scholarships. It is noteworthy that under the PU annual scholarship
scheme, Rs 12,000 each would be given to 2,500 students on merit and 2,500 needy students.
30,000 rare books donated to PU library: Renowned Pakistani journalist Maqbool Ahmad Dehlvi has donated a collection of over 30,000 rare journals and books to Punjab University Library.
According to a PU press statement issued on Thursday, the donation included 20,000 journals in Urdu, English and Gurmukhi languages and 12,000 rare books in Urdu and English. After retirement from State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Maqbool Dehlvi spent most of his time in his personal library.
He was associated with Daily Jang and served for many years as a reporter.
Thousands of his articles have been published in Daily Mashraq and Daily Jang’s Sunday editions. He has also performed the duties of Editor in Ayena, Bano and Hina Lahore.
Moreover, many of his writings have been published in journal Tehzeeb, Zaib-un-Nisa, Hoor, Haram, Bano, Shama, Ayena, Muamma, Director, Shuja and Jaiza Naqsh.
It is to be mentioned that Maqbool Dehlvi is close relative of late Shahid Ahmad Dehlvi, a renowned literary personality of the great sub-continent.
PU signs MoU with US varsity: The Punjab University and Youngstown State University, Ohio, United States of America, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which both the varsities would collaborate in academic and research activities and exchange of students and teachers would be made possible.
PU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran and Youngstown State University Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs Dr Ikram Khawja signed the memorandum documents at New Campus on Thursday. PU External Linkages Director Prof Dr Najma Najam, Registrar Prof Dr Muhammad Naeem Khan and deans of all faculties were also present.
Dr Mujahid Kamran briefed Dr Ikram about the departments and faculties of the varsity and hoped that the collaboration would be very beneficial for faculty members and students of both the varsities. He said research on very important topics was being carried out at various science departments of Punjab University. He said there were vast opportunities of collaboration in the field of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Information Technology, Islamic studies and other disciplines.
Youngstown University Vice-President Dr Ikram Khawaja said he wished that the scientists and researchers of both the universities should collaborate in various fields.
He said there were vast opportunities of collaboration in the areas of Islamic Studies, various science departments, cyber technology, ethic studies and chemical technology. He said both the varsities could provide opportunities of post doctoral to researchers as well.
Source: Daily The NEWS
According to a press statement, Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran chaired the meeting while deans of faculties, PU treasurer and additional treasurer and members of the committee attended the meeting.
As many as 303 students of Faculty of Behavioural & Social Sciences, 643 of Faculty of Economics & Management Sciences, 250 of Faculty of Arts & Humanities, 1,030 of Faculty of Commerce, 428 of Faculty of Law, 114 of Faculty of Oriental Learning, 74 of Islamic Studies, 312 of Faculty of Engineering & Technology, 405 of Faculty of Life Sciences, 1118 of Faculty of Sciences, 272 of Pharmacy and 31 students of Faculty of Education will be offered scholarships on open merit and needy basis.
Addressing the meeting, PU VC Dr Mujahid Kamran directed the officials concerned to make the whole process transparent and adopt strict merit to award scholarships to the students. He directed all the deans to instruct the heads of departments to send the names of students keeping in view strict merit so that no student could be deprived of due right.
It was also decided in the meeting that a notice be sent to all the heads of teaching departments to send the lists of eligible students to the Scholarship Committee within 30 days for the award of merit and needy scholarships. It is noteworthy that under the PU annual scholarship
scheme, Rs 12,000 each would be given to 2,500 students on merit and 2,500 needy students.
30,000 rare books donated to PU library: Renowned Pakistani journalist Maqbool Ahmad Dehlvi has donated a collection of over 30,000 rare journals and books to Punjab University Library.
According to a PU press statement issued on Thursday, the donation included 20,000 journals in Urdu, English and Gurmukhi languages and 12,000 rare books in Urdu and English. After retirement from State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Maqbool Dehlvi spent most of his time in his personal library.
He was associated with Daily Jang and served for many years as a reporter.
Thousands of his articles have been published in Daily Mashraq and Daily Jang’s Sunday editions. He has also performed the duties of Editor in Ayena, Bano and Hina Lahore.
Moreover, many of his writings have been published in journal Tehzeeb, Zaib-un-Nisa, Hoor, Haram, Bano, Shama, Ayena, Muamma, Director, Shuja and Jaiza Naqsh.
It is to be mentioned that Maqbool Dehlvi is close relative of late Shahid Ahmad Dehlvi, a renowned literary personality of the great sub-continent.
PU signs MoU with US varsity: The Punjab University and Youngstown State University, Ohio, United States of America, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which both the varsities would collaborate in academic and research activities and exchange of students and teachers would be made possible.
PU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran and Youngstown State University Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs Dr Ikram Khawja signed the memorandum documents at New Campus on Thursday. PU External Linkages Director Prof Dr Najma Najam, Registrar Prof Dr Muhammad Naeem Khan and deans of all faculties were also present.
Dr Mujahid Kamran briefed Dr Ikram about the departments and faculties of the varsity and hoped that the collaboration would be very beneficial for faculty members and students of both the varsities. He said research on very important topics was being carried out at various science departments of Punjab University. He said there were vast opportunities of collaboration in the field of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Information Technology, Islamic studies and other disciplines.
Youngstown University Vice-President Dr Ikram Khawaja said he wished that the scientists and researchers of both the universities should collaborate in various fields.
He said there were vast opportunities of collaboration in the areas of Islamic Studies, various science departments, cyber technology, ethic studies and chemical technology. He said both the varsities could provide opportunities of post doctoral to researchers as well.
Source: Daily The NEWS
Scholarships in Japan by Shundou International Foundation
Self-supporting international students with nationalities other than Japanese, coming to Japan to study, and enrolled in the master’s or doctoral course of the graduate school (includes those who will be enrolled in the master’s or doctoral course in April 2009).
Requirements for Candidates:
Excellent academic record, good personality, and health.
Willingness for contribution to international understanding and friendship.
Those receiving a scholarship or will receive a scholarship are not eligible to apply.
Under 30 years of age for master’s students and under 32 years of age for doctoral students as of April 1, 2009.
Scholarship amount per month: 100,000 Yen
Scholarship granted for a period: Within 12 months from April 2009 to March 2010. (Scholarship for April and May will be provided in May)
Deadline: Apply until February 10, 2009
Applicants are expected to abide by the deadline and submit application on time.
Selection result will be notified to the university and applicants after documents screening and interview (held at the end of April 2009).
Contact:
Dr. Neelam Ramaiah
Office for Internation al Coope ration & Exchange (OICE)
Graduate School of Agricu ltural and Life Sciences,
The University of Tokyo + 81-3-5841-8122
Requirements for Candidates:
Excellent academic record, good personality, and health.
Willingness for contribution to international understanding and friendship.
Those receiving a scholarship or will receive a scholarship are not eligible to apply.
Under 30 years of age for master’s students and under 32 years of age for doctoral students as of April 1, 2009.
Scholarship amount per month: 100,000 Yen
Scholarship granted for a period: Within 12 months from April 2009 to March 2010. (Scholarship for April and May will be provided in May)
Deadline: Apply until February 10, 2009
Applicants are expected to abide by the deadline and submit application on time.
Selection result will be notified to the university and applicants after documents screening and interview (held at the end of April 2009).
Contact:
Dr. Neelam Ramaiah
Office for Internation al Coope ration & Exchange (OICE)
Graduate School of Agricu ltural and Life Sciences,
The University of Tokyo + 81-3-5841-8122
United Nations International Law Fellowship Program
The 2009 United Nations International Law Fellowship Program will take place in the Peace Palace in The Hague/Netherlands from 6 July to 14 August 2009.
The 2009 Fellowship Program will be conducted in English. Fluency in spoken and written English is required. The next Fellowship Program in French will take place in 2010.
Application deadline: Wednesday, 25 February 2009
The Program comprises participation in seminars, attendance of lectures at The Hague Academy of International Law, as well as study visits.
Subjects on the course curriculum may include the following topics:
Law of Treaties, Intellectual Property Law, Law of the Sea, International
Protection of Human Rights, Refugee Law, International Criminal Law,
International Environmental Law, International Humanitarian Law, International
Investment Law, Law of International Watercourses, International Trade Law, Recent Developments in International Law.
Financial Arrangements and Accommodation
The Programme will cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class as well as medical insurance, the training material and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law. In accordance with policies and procedures governing the administration of United Nations fellowships, participants will receive a stipend to cover their living expenses.
Accommodation will also be provided by the program. Additional places will be made available on a self-financed basis for participants who will have to take care of all the costs associated with their participation (travel, accommodation, living expenses, registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law).
Source: http://www2.unitar.org/diplomacy/fell_internationallaw_E2.htm
The 2009 Fellowship Program will be conducted in English. Fluency in spoken and written English is required. The next Fellowship Program in French will take place in 2010.
Application deadline: Wednesday, 25 February 2009
The Program comprises participation in seminars, attendance of lectures at The Hague Academy of International Law, as well as study visits.
Subjects on the course curriculum may include the following topics:
Law of Treaties, Intellectual Property Law, Law of the Sea, International
Protection of Human Rights, Refugee Law, International Criminal Law,
International Environmental Law, International Humanitarian Law, International
Investment Law, Law of International Watercourses, International Trade Law, Recent Developments in International Law.
Financial Arrangements and Accommodation
The Programme will cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class as well as medical insurance, the training material and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law. In accordance with policies and procedures governing the administration of United Nations fellowships, participants will receive a stipend to cover their living expenses.
Accommodation will also be provided by the program. Additional places will be made available on a self-financed basis for participants who will have to take care of all the costs associated with their participation (travel, accommodation, living expenses, registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law).
Source: http://www2.unitar.org/diplomacy/fell_internationallaw_E2.htm
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
PhD Scholarships at Berlin
Berlin-Scholarships by the Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future"
For the academic year 2009/2010 Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin once again announces 30 "Berlin Scholarships" with the support of the Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future".
The international program "Berlin Scholarships" allows students to study for one year at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin or at one of its partner institutions: Freie Universität Berlin, Technische Universität Berlin, Universität der Künste Berlin, and Fachhochschule für Wirtschaft Berlin. Along with their studies in Berlin the scholarship holders will work in groups together on a project with the topic "Excluded and Persecuted: Finding Responses to the Experiences in 20th Century Europe".
Scholarship holders will have the opportunity to carry out their study proposals by attending courses at one of the five partner institutions in Berlin. International applicants’ study proposals should be developed according to their home university’s academic requirements. Students born or raised in Germany will simply continue their regular studies in Berlin.
The program begins on September 1, 2009 and ends on July 31, 2010.
Application deadline: January 31, 2009 (receipt stamp at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin).
Annual Topic
Excluded and Persecuted: Responses to the Experiences in 20th Century Europe
The 20th century was marked by periods of violence and injustice caused by the exclusion and persecution of various political, religious, and ethnical groups. While applicable to dictatorships in other European countries, this is particularly true for the period of National Socialism in Germany during which the domestic process of exclusion and persecution was universalized with the beginning of World War II in 1939.
The project is centered around the question of how we are to deal with this kind of historical injustice today. To what extent do current legislation, educational systems, national or international conventions and acts of public remembering reflect these experiences of tyranny? How relevant are the experiences of the past to anti-discriminatory organization? How do artists reflect historical injustice and what are the conclusions they draw from their work? And which questions still remain unanswered?The goal of the project is to critically look at historical research, political debates, art and literature to see how much has been learned from the past.
Application Requirements
The program is directed at students from all fields of study, who have a special interest in the history of National Socialism. We strongly encourage descendants of victims of forced labor and other victims of the National Socialist regime to apply. Additionally, applicants should have an excellent student record, a good command of German, and should be involved in societal engagements.
All international students, particularly from Eastern European countries, the CIS states, Israel and the United States may apply. For the first time, the program will also be open to students born or raised in Germany, who are already enrolled at one of the five Berlin partner institutions.
Along with their applications, applications are asked to submit first ideas and suggestions for the project work emphasizing their interest in the annual topic. Projects will be worked on together in small groups. Based on common interests and students’ initial ideas, project groups will be defined at the beginning of the semester within the framework of the project seminar.
The scholarship covers a one-year study enrollment, a monthly stipend of 700 Euros for the duration of 11 months, and an accompanying program of social and cultural activities throughout the year.
International students in addition receive a subsidy towards travel expenses. Also an intensive German language course introducing German culture and society will be held prior to the beginning of the winter semester.
Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future"
The Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future" is an expression of the responsibility of the state, industry and society to continue to confront National Socialist injustice and to work for understanding between peoples. The Foundation supports international projects in the following areas: A critical examination of history, Working for democracy and human rights and Humanitarian commitment to the victims of National Socialism. The Foundation was established in 2000 to make payments to former forced labourers. The payments were completed in 2007.
The Foundation’s capital of EUR 5.2 billion was provided by the German government and German industry.
www.stiftung-evz.de
Contact:
Program Coordinators "Berlin-Scholarships" at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin:
Annett Peschel and Julia Wunderer
Fon: +49 30 2093 -2171/-2960
Fax: +49 30 2093 2780
Email: evz(at)uv.hu-berlin.de
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Abteilung Internationales
Berlin-Stipendien
Unter den Linden 6
10099 Berlin
Germany
For the academic year 2009/2010 Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin once again announces 30 "Berlin Scholarships" with the support of the Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future".
The international program "Berlin Scholarships" allows students to study for one year at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin or at one of its partner institutions: Freie Universität Berlin, Technische Universität Berlin, Universität der Künste Berlin, and Fachhochschule für Wirtschaft Berlin. Along with their studies in Berlin the scholarship holders will work in groups together on a project with the topic "Excluded and Persecuted: Finding Responses to the Experiences in 20th Century Europe".
Scholarship holders will have the opportunity to carry out their study proposals by attending courses at one of the five partner institutions in Berlin. International applicants’ study proposals should be developed according to their home university’s academic requirements. Students born or raised in Germany will simply continue their regular studies in Berlin.
The program begins on September 1, 2009 and ends on July 31, 2010.
Application deadline: January 31, 2009 (receipt stamp at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin).
Annual Topic
Excluded and Persecuted: Responses to the Experiences in 20th Century Europe
The 20th century was marked by periods of violence and injustice caused by the exclusion and persecution of various political, religious, and ethnical groups. While applicable to dictatorships in other European countries, this is particularly true for the period of National Socialism in Germany during which the domestic process of exclusion and persecution was universalized with the beginning of World War II in 1939.
The project is centered around the question of how we are to deal with this kind of historical injustice today. To what extent do current legislation, educational systems, national or international conventions and acts of public remembering reflect these experiences of tyranny? How relevant are the experiences of the past to anti-discriminatory organization? How do artists reflect historical injustice and what are the conclusions they draw from their work? And which questions still remain unanswered?The goal of the project is to critically look at historical research, political debates, art and literature to see how much has been learned from the past.
Application Requirements
The program is directed at students from all fields of study, who have a special interest in the history of National Socialism. We strongly encourage descendants of victims of forced labor and other victims of the National Socialist regime to apply. Additionally, applicants should have an excellent student record, a good command of German, and should be involved in societal engagements.
All international students, particularly from Eastern European countries, the CIS states, Israel and the United States may apply. For the first time, the program will also be open to students born or raised in Germany, who are already enrolled at one of the five Berlin partner institutions.
Along with their applications, applications are asked to submit first ideas and suggestions for the project work emphasizing their interest in the annual topic. Projects will be worked on together in small groups. Based on common interests and students’ initial ideas, project groups will be defined at the beginning of the semester within the framework of the project seminar.
The scholarship covers a one-year study enrollment, a monthly stipend of 700 Euros for the duration of 11 months, and an accompanying program of social and cultural activities throughout the year.
International students in addition receive a subsidy towards travel expenses. Also an intensive German language course introducing German culture and society will be held prior to the beginning of the winter semester.
Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future"
The Foundation "Remembrance, Responsibility and Future" is an expression of the responsibility of the state, industry and society to continue to confront National Socialist injustice and to work for understanding between peoples. The Foundation supports international projects in the following areas: A critical examination of history, Working for democracy and human rights and Humanitarian commitment to the victims of National Socialism. The Foundation was established in 2000 to make payments to former forced labourers. The payments were completed in 2007.
The Foundation’s capital of EUR 5.2 billion was provided by the German government and German industry.
www.stiftung-evz.de
Contact:
Program Coordinators "Berlin-Scholarships" at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin:
Annett Peschel and Julia Wunderer
Fon: +49 30 2093 -2171/-2960
Fax: +49 30 2093 2780
Email: evz(at)uv.hu-berlin.de
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Abteilung Internationales
Berlin-Stipendien
Unter den Linden 6
10099 Berlin
Germany
ASTM Scholarships
Administered by ASTM International Committee C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, Katharine and Bryant Mather Scholarship applies to students pursuing degrees specializing in cement or concrete materials technology or concrete construction. Full-time undergraduate students completing second/sophomore year of college or later, or graduate students specializing in cement or concrete materials technology are eligible to apply.
Deadline is April 30, 2009.
Source: http://news.thomasnet.com/companystory/554698
Deadline is April 30, 2009.
Source: http://news.thomasnet.com/companystory/554698
PhD Scholarship in Culture Study at Giessen University, Germany
Giessen University’s International Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC), funded by the German federal government’s Excellence Initiative, offers a three-year structured PhD-programme in the study of culture. With its excellent research environment, a doctoral programme which is tailored to the needs of PhD students and the intensive personal support it provides, the Graduate Centre offers postgraduate students optimum conditions for their PhD-projects and a custom-made preparation for the time thereafter, both with regard to academic and non-academic careers.
From 01st October 2009, the GCSC offers up to 9 PhD scholarships.
PhD scholarships include a monthly stipend of approximately €1000 and are offered for one year with the possibility of two extensions, each of a year. Scholarships commence on October 1st, 2009.
Acceptance of a scholarship requires participation in the study programme and the wide-ranging events offered by the GCSC, as well as active involvement in at least one GCSC graduate research group. Scholarship holders must register as PhD students at Justus Liebig University. There are no tuition fees for doctoral students at JLU, except for an enrolment fee of approximately €200 per semester. Scholarship holders are expected to take up residency in or near Giessen.The GCSC encourages applications from graduate students who have or expect to obtain a first or upper second class honours M.A.-degree (or equivalent) in one of the GCSC’s academic subjects* or in the arts/humanities, cultural studies, or social sciences.
Fluency in either English or German is required.
The main selection criteria are the candidates’ academic qualification, the academic quality of the research proposal and the suitability of the project for the GCSC’s research programme. Short-listed candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview; telephone interviews can be arranged for candidates from overseas.
The closing date for applications is 1st March, 2009. All applications (including an application form and further documents as stated on the GCSC website) have to be submitted online.
Please find further information on the two-stage application procedure on our website at http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/application.
If you have any questions concerning your application, please contact us at
gcsc-application@uni-giessen.de
On 2nd February 2009, the GCSC will host an Information Day at the Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC), Justus-Liebig-University Gießen, Alter Steinbacher Weg 38, 35394 Gießen.
The Information Day gives potential applicants the opportunity to meet the staff and students involved in the doctoral programme. You will also have the chance to obtain more information on the research areas and academic objectives of the GCSC, the wide range of interdisciplinary courses, colloquia, and conferences, the research support on offer, our international networks and partner institutions, as well as on publishing and funding opportunities available to GCSC-members.
SOURCE: www.uni-giessen.de/gcsc or http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/research
From 01st October 2009, the GCSC offers up to 9 PhD scholarships.
PhD scholarships include a monthly stipend of approximately €1000 and are offered for one year with the possibility of two extensions, each of a year. Scholarships commence on October 1st, 2009.
Acceptance of a scholarship requires participation in the study programme and the wide-ranging events offered by the GCSC, as well as active involvement in at least one GCSC graduate research group. Scholarship holders must register as PhD students at Justus Liebig University. There are no tuition fees for doctoral students at JLU, except for an enrolment fee of approximately €200 per semester. Scholarship holders are expected to take up residency in or near Giessen.The GCSC encourages applications from graduate students who have or expect to obtain a first or upper second class honours M.A.-degree (or equivalent) in one of the GCSC’s academic subjects* or in the arts/humanities, cultural studies, or social sciences.
Fluency in either English or German is required.
The main selection criteria are the candidates’ academic qualification, the academic quality of the research proposal and the suitability of the project for the GCSC’s research programme. Short-listed candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview; telephone interviews can be arranged for candidates from overseas.
The closing date for applications is 1st March, 2009. All applications (including an application form and further documents as stated on the GCSC website) have to be submitted online.
Please find further information on the two-stage application procedure on our website at http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/application.
If you have any questions concerning your application, please contact us at
gcsc-application@uni-giessen.de
On 2nd February 2009, the GCSC will host an Information Day at the Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC), Justus-Liebig-University Gießen, Alter Steinbacher Weg 38, 35394 Gießen.
The Information Day gives potential applicants the opportunity to meet the staff and students involved in the doctoral programme. You will also have the chance to obtain more information on the research areas and academic objectives of the GCSC, the wide range of interdisciplinary courses, colloquia, and conferences, the research support on offer, our international networks and partner institutions, as well as on publishing and funding opportunities available to GCSC-members.
SOURCE: www.uni-giessen.de/gcsc or http://gcsc.uni-giessen.de/research
MEXT Scholarship at Waseda University, Japan
MEXT Scholarship Candidates for Future Leadership Program 2009 in the Fields of Global Information and Telecommunication Studies, Info-communication Industry and Info-communication Policy
The above named program offered by the Graduate School of Global Information and Telecommunication Studies (GITS), Waseda University, has been selected for one of the International Priority Graduate Programs (PGP) of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan, since it is recognized as internationally attractive and competitive program.
As a privilege of being selected for PGP, GITS has been given priority for allocation of international students sponsored by MEXT. Those interested in studying in the program with MEXT Scholarship are cordially invited to apply. Overview of the program and application guide are given below.
Scholarships Available:
Master’s Program: Seven
Doctrate Program: Three
Applications must arrive by February 18 (Wed.), 2009
Further information, please refer to this link: http://www.giti.waseda.ac.jp/GITS/index_en.php?href=top_en.html
The above named program offered by the Graduate School of Global Information and Telecommunication Studies (GITS), Waseda University, has been selected for one of the International Priority Graduate Programs (PGP) of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan, since it is recognized as internationally attractive and competitive program.
As a privilege of being selected for PGP, GITS has been given priority for allocation of international students sponsored by MEXT. Those interested in studying in the program with MEXT Scholarship are cordially invited to apply. Overview of the program and application guide are given below.
Scholarships Available:
Master’s Program: Seven
Doctrate Program: Three
Applications must arrive by February 18 (Wed.), 2009
Further information, please refer to this link: http://www.giti.waseda.ac.jp/GITS/index_en.php?href=top_en.html
PhD Studentship in Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Glasgow
The Space Advanced Research Team at the University of Glasgow is currently seeking a PhD student to investigate the "Design and Mission Analysis of Femtosatellites"
The project consists of the design and development of femto-satellites with a volume of 1 cm x 1 cm x 1 cm and a weight of approximately 10 grams. These very tiny satellites are expected to be mainly made of stacked silicon microchips. Some microchips will be responsible for very specific tasks necessary for the survival of the mission (for example, communication, attitude control, etc.), whereas other microchips will form the scientific payload (for example, embedded microcameras, radiation detectors, etc.) These femto-satellites have the potential to drastically lower the costs of space missions and increase the frequency of the launches.
Furthermore, the possibility of having a huge number of femto-satellites (more than 1,000) at a reasonable manufacturing price (less than £200 each) will increase the overall mission reliability (losing some of them will not jeopardize the overall mission objectives). It will also allow the conception of new mission scenarios and the assembly of large structures in space consisting of thousands of small elements (for example, interferometric antenna arrays, synthetic aperture radars, etc.) The doctoral student selected for this project will have to take into account not only the design trade-offs of present microelectronic technology, but also the mission design and analysis trade-offs applicable to space applications. In this process, it is expected that the doctoral student will be able to produce some advances in the state-of-the-art of this interdisciplinary field of research since the present design rules of small satellites cannot be directly applied to the design and development of femto-satellites due to the severe constraints in size and power consumption.
The PhD candidate for this post will hold an upper 1st class degree in either aerospace engineering or electrical & electronics engineering. The successful applicant will have good analytical and modelling skills, and good knowledge of microprocessors and/or space mission analysis and design. Enthusiasm and determination in exploring original ideas as well as good team spirit are desirable qualities of the successful candidate. A very good spoken and written English is essential.
Each Scholarship will run for 4 years, cover all tuition fees (EU or overseas) and provide the successful student with a stipend at the Research Council recommended rates (£12,940 for 2008/09). On top of this the project benefits from £5,300 per year research costs.
The project will start between January 2009 and April 2009.
In the first instance the documentation submitted by the applicant will include a cover letter detailing why you wish to be considered for the post and how your skills fit the proposed research, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and the name and address of two referees willing to submit a confidential reference.
Informal enquiries and applications should be sent to Dr Gianmarco Radice, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ, UK. Tel: +44-(0)141-3304068. Email: gradice@aero.gla.ac.uk
Note that unsuccessful but nevertheless outstanding candidates may be considered for other scholarships with a start date of October 2009.
The project consists of the design and development of femto-satellites with a volume of 1 cm x 1 cm x 1 cm and a weight of approximately 10 grams. These very tiny satellites are expected to be mainly made of stacked silicon microchips. Some microchips will be responsible for very specific tasks necessary for the survival of the mission (for example, communication, attitude control, etc.), whereas other microchips will form the scientific payload (for example, embedded microcameras, radiation detectors, etc.) These femto-satellites have the potential to drastically lower the costs of space missions and increase the frequency of the launches.
Furthermore, the possibility of having a huge number of femto-satellites (more than 1,000) at a reasonable manufacturing price (less than £200 each) will increase the overall mission reliability (losing some of them will not jeopardize the overall mission objectives). It will also allow the conception of new mission scenarios and the assembly of large structures in space consisting of thousands of small elements (for example, interferometric antenna arrays, synthetic aperture radars, etc.) The doctoral student selected for this project will have to take into account not only the design trade-offs of present microelectronic technology, but also the mission design and analysis trade-offs applicable to space applications. In this process, it is expected that the doctoral student will be able to produce some advances in the state-of-the-art of this interdisciplinary field of research since the present design rules of small satellites cannot be directly applied to the design and development of femto-satellites due to the severe constraints in size and power consumption.
The PhD candidate for this post will hold an upper 1st class degree in either aerospace engineering or electrical & electronics engineering. The successful applicant will have good analytical and modelling skills, and good knowledge of microprocessors and/or space mission analysis and design. Enthusiasm and determination in exploring original ideas as well as good team spirit are desirable qualities of the successful candidate. A very good spoken and written English is essential.
Each Scholarship will run for 4 years, cover all tuition fees (EU or overseas) and provide the successful student with a stipend at the Research Council recommended rates (£12,940 for 2008/09). On top of this the project benefits from £5,300 per year research costs.
The project will start between January 2009 and April 2009.
In the first instance the documentation submitted by the applicant will include a cover letter detailing why you wish to be considered for the post and how your skills fit the proposed research, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and the name and address of two referees willing to submit a confidential reference.
Informal enquiries and applications should be sent to Dr Gianmarco Radice, Department of Aerospace Engineering, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQ, UK. Tel: +44-(0)141-3304068. Email: gradice@aero.gla.ac.uk
Note that unsuccessful but nevertheless outstanding candidates may be considered for other scholarships with a start date of October 2009.
PhD Studentships in School of Psychology at University of Birmingham
The School of Psychology at the University of Birmingham is the 3rd highest ranking department for research in the UK.
We seek excellent applicants for up to 10 University and Research Council funded research studentships for students wishing to start a research degree in October. The admissions process runs throughout the academic year, but we particularly encourage applications to be made by 16/03/09.
These studentships are available in any of the areas covered by the School of Psychology`s three major subject groupings:
(i) Behavioural Neuroscience (neuroimaging, neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, cognitive neurophysiology)
(ii) Developmental, Social and Applied Psychology (developmental psychology, forensic, clinical, social cognition)
(iii) Language, Cognition and Perception (visual perception, reading, speech and gesture production)
Further details on the research groupings can be found at: http://www.psychology.bham.ac.uk/research
More detailed descriptions of the research interests of our staff can be found at:
http://psychology-people.bham.ac.uk/people-pages/staff.php
The studentships pay the tuition fee and a maintenance allowance currently £12,940 per annum. Home and international students are eligible to be considered for these studentships. Tuition fees for non-EU overseas applicants will be paid at the home tuition fee rate.
Applications and further details can be obtained from:
Mrs Parveen Chahal,
Course Administrator
Telephone: 0121 414 4906
Email: p.k.chahal@bham.ac.uk
We seek excellent applicants for up to 10 University and Research Council funded research studentships for students wishing to start a research degree in October. The admissions process runs throughout the academic year, but we particularly encourage applications to be made by 16/03/09.
These studentships are available in any of the areas covered by the School of Psychology`s three major subject groupings:
(i) Behavioural Neuroscience (neuroimaging, neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, cognitive neurophysiology)
(ii) Developmental, Social and Applied Psychology (developmental psychology, forensic, clinical, social cognition)
(iii) Language, Cognition and Perception (visual perception, reading, speech and gesture production)
Further details on the research groupings can be found at: http://www.psychology.bham.ac.uk/research
More detailed descriptions of the research interests of our staff can be found at:
http://psychology-people.bham.ac.uk/people-pages/staff.php
The studentships pay the tuition fee and a maintenance allowance currently £12,940 per annum. Home and international students are eligible to be considered for these studentships. Tuition fees for non-EU overseas applicants will be paid at the home tuition fee rate.
Applications and further details can be obtained from:
Mrs Parveen Chahal,
Course Administrator
Telephone: 0121 414 4906
Email: p.k.chahal@bham.ac.uk
PhD position in Linguistics at Ghent University, Belgium
Applications are invited for a 4-year half-time Ph.D. position in the field ofvisual word recognition and/or reading acquisition at the German Department atGhent University (salary 28.400 Euro per year).
The successful candidate will work in the project "Interactions of phonology andorthography in German visual word recognition" funded by the Flemish FWO. In this project, we are investigating the interaction of phonology and orthographyin beginning readers of German and how this interaction develops over time asreading proficiency grows. The relevant data will be collected in Germany(Cologne, Bonn, and Bielefeld).The successful candidate will plan and conduct psycholinguistic experiments(reaction-time, eye-tracking) and analyse data. S/he will write a Ph.D. thesison a topic related to this research at Ghent University.
Profile of the candidate:
- Master's or equivalent degree in linguistics (i.e. e.g. General Linguistics,German Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, or Clinical Linguistics),
- Background in experimental psycholinguistics and statistical data analysis,
- Good knowledge in at least one of the following areas: phonology, readingacquisition, visual word recognition,
- Good command of English and German.
The grant starts during spring 2009. Application letters including a shortstatement of interest, a full CV, a copy of the required diploma, and the namesof two academic referees should be sent by 5 February 2009.
More information can be obtained by e-mail from Prof. Dr. Martina Penke.
Application Deadline: 05-Feb-2009
Mailing Address for Applications:
Attn: Prof. Martina Penke
Faculteit Letteren en Wijsbegeerte, Vakgroep Duits
Blandijnberg 2
Gent 9000
Belgium
Contact Information:Prof. Martina PenkeMartina.Penke@UGent.be
The successful candidate will work in the project "Interactions of phonology andorthography in German visual word recognition" funded by the Flemish FWO. In this project, we are investigating the interaction of phonology and orthographyin beginning readers of German and how this interaction develops over time asreading proficiency grows. The relevant data will be collected in Germany(Cologne, Bonn, and Bielefeld).The successful candidate will plan and conduct psycholinguistic experiments(reaction-time, eye-tracking) and analyse data. S/he will write a Ph.D. thesison a topic related to this research at Ghent University.
Profile of the candidate:
- Master's or equivalent degree in linguistics (i.e. e.g. General Linguistics,German Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, or Clinical Linguistics),
- Background in experimental psycholinguistics and statistical data analysis,
- Good knowledge in at least one of the following areas: phonology, readingacquisition, visual word recognition,
- Good command of English and German.
The grant starts during spring 2009. Application letters including a shortstatement of interest, a full CV, a copy of the required diploma, and the namesof two academic referees should be sent by 5 February 2009.
More information can be obtained by e-mail from Prof. Dr. Martina Penke.
Application Deadline: 05-Feb-2009
Mailing Address for Applications:
Attn: Prof. Martina Penke
Faculteit Letteren en Wijsbegeerte, Vakgroep Duits
Blandijnberg 2
Gent 9000
Belgium
Contact Information:Prof. Martina PenkeMartina.Penke@UGent.be
Postgraduate Scholarships at Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB’s developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region.
Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand is one of institutions participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.
Below are programs offered:
Master of Sciences or Engineering in
Advanced Technologies
Computer Science
Information Management
Industrial Engineering & ManagementDesign Manufacturing EngineeringMechatronicsTelecommunications
Microelectronics
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
Information and Communications Technologies
Master of Sciences or Engineering in Civil Engineering
Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering
Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Water Engineering & Studies
Natural Resources Management
Regional & Rural Development Planning
Environmental Engineering & Management
Urban Environmental Management
Master of Sciences or Engineering in Management (MBA)
International BusinessManagement of Technology
Service Marketing & Technology
International Public Marketing
SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTIONThe ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
full tuition feesa monthly subsistence and housing allowancean allowance for books and instructional materialsmedical insurancetravel expenses
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand)A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experienceProficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.In good health.
Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
MORE INFORMATION
Mr. Benjamin Gargabite
Coordinator of Admissions and Scholarships Unit
E-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
Asian Institute of Technology
P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang
Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
(Attn: Director of Admission and Scholarships)Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program’s website at www.adb.org/jsp for detail information about this program
Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand is one of institutions participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.
Below are programs offered:
Master of Sciences or Engineering in
Advanced Technologies
Computer Science
Information Management
Industrial Engineering & ManagementDesign Manufacturing EngineeringMechatronicsTelecommunications
Microelectronics
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
Information and Communications Technologies
Master of Sciences or Engineering in Civil Engineering
Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Engineering
Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Management
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Water Engineering & Studies
Natural Resources Management
Regional & Rural Development Planning
Environmental Engineering & Management
Urban Environmental Management
Master of Sciences or Engineering in Management (MBA)
International BusinessManagement of Technology
Service Marketing & Technology
International Public Marketing
SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTIONThe ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
full tuition feesa monthly subsistence and housing allowancean allowance for books and instructional materialsmedical insurancetravel expenses
The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand)A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experienceProficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.In good health.
Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
MORE INFORMATION
Mr. Benjamin Gargabite
Coordinator of Admissions and Scholarships Unit
E-mail: admissions@ait.ac.th
Asian Institute of Technology
P.O. Box 4, Klong Luang
Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
(Attn: Director of Admission and Scholarships)Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program’s website at www.adb.org/jsp for detail information about this program
PhD position in Ecology at University of Antwerp, Belgium
The university is seeking to fill the full time vacancy (m/f) at the Department of Biology of the Faculty of Sciences.
Preference goes to a candidate with a keen interest for evolution, behaviour and ecology. Research topic is the study of the causes and consequences of coexistence of multiple discrete female damselfly (Insecta: Odonata) morphs (with genetic base). Intriguingly, one female morph much resembles the conspecific males phenotype to such extent that intraspecific mimicry in the context of sexual conflict has been suggested. Several studies indicate frequency-and density-dependent selection. Broad aim of the PhD research is study of causes and consequences of variation in social environments (densities and frequencies of males and female morphs) on the success, behaviour and phenotype of males and females. Fieldwork is planned at several locations in Europe (such as Belgium, Netherlands, Spain). It also is expected for the candidate to take part in a limited amount of teaching assistance.
Requirements
* Degree in Biology (also students that finish later this term are encouraged to apply).
* Preparing a PhD. The job offer is for two years, while typically 4 years are required to complete a PhD in Belgium. Therefore, the candidate will need to apply for additional funding for which several possibilities are available (e.g.; http://www.fwo.be, http://www.iwt.be).
* Owner of a drivers license.
* Preferentially the candidate also is used to advances statistical methods. The field work requires independence, flexibility and a taste for adventure.
Offer and further information:
Full time job from March 1 2009 or later (as agreed) for a period of two years.
For further please contact me at email: Hans.Vangossum@ua.ac.be or phone ++ 32 3 265 32 82
http://www.ua.ac.be/hans.vangossum
Procedure?
CV and motivation letter are awaited before 15 February 2009 and can be send to Hans Van Gossum, by email: Hans.Vangossum@ua.ac.be, or post:
Hans Van Gossum
Universiteit Antwerpen
Departement Biologie
Onderzoeksgroep Evolutionaire Ecologie
Groenenborgerlaan 1712020 Antwerpen
Belgium
Europe
Please also provide the contact details for two persons willing to write a letter of recommendation. On Monday 16 July 2009 you will be informed whether you have been selected for further interview and how selection will be continued
Preference goes to a candidate with a keen interest for evolution, behaviour and ecology. Research topic is the study of the causes and consequences of coexistence of multiple discrete female damselfly (Insecta: Odonata) morphs (with genetic base). Intriguingly, one female morph much resembles the conspecific males phenotype to such extent that intraspecific mimicry in the context of sexual conflict has been suggested. Several studies indicate frequency-and density-dependent selection. Broad aim of the PhD research is study of causes and consequences of variation in social environments (densities and frequencies of males and female morphs) on the success, behaviour and phenotype of males and females. Fieldwork is planned at several locations in Europe (such as Belgium, Netherlands, Spain). It also is expected for the candidate to take part in a limited amount of teaching assistance.
Requirements
* Degree in Biology (also students that finish later this term are encouraged to apply).
* Preparing a PhD. The job offer is for two years, while typically 4 years are required to complete a PhD in Belgium. Therefore, the candidate will need to apply for additional funding for which several possibilities are available (e.g.; http://www.fwo.be, http://www.iwt.be).
* Owner of a drivers license.
* Preferentially the candidate also is used to advances statistical methods. The field work requires independence, flexibility and a taste for adventure.
Offer and further information:
Full time job from March 1 2009 or later (as agreed) for a period of two years.
For further please contact me at email: Hans.Vangossum@ua.ac.be or phone ++ 32 3 265 32 82
http://www.ua.ac.be/hans.vangossum
Procedure?
CV and motivation letter are awaited before 15 February 2009 and can be send to Hans Van Gossum, by email: Hans.Vangossum@ua.ac.be, or post:
Hans Van Gossum
Universiteit Antwerpen
Departement Biologie
Onderzoeksgroep Evolutionaire Ecologie
Groenenborgerlaan 1712020 Antwerpen
Belgium
Europe
Please also provide the contact details for two persons willing to write a letter of recommendation. On Monday 16 July 2009 you will be informed whether you have been selected for further interview and how selection will be continued
Scholarships for MA in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Istanbul, Turkey
The Program on Conflict Analysis and Resolution(CAR) at Sabanci University in Istanbul, Turkey is accepting applications for the 2009 - 10 academic year. The CAR program is the only Master’s program of its kind in Southeastern Europe, taking a regional lead in training a new cadre of conflict resolution specialist and peacemakers from Turkey and countries around the world.
The M.A. program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution gives students skills to analyze and understand conflict at inter-personal, inter-group and international levels.
Core programmatic components include: aspects of negotiation, mediation, third party intervention, ethnic conflict, issues related to post-conflict reconstruction, reconciliation, psychosocial aspects of conflict, and media and conflict.
The scholar-practitioner model is emphasized, providing students with a strong theoretical background as well as means for applying their knowledge to real-world settings.
M.A. students in Conflict Analysis and Resolution go on to hold positions in organizations such as Google, Procter & Gamble, Citibank, the United Nations Development Programme, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and private mediation consulting firms.
They have also successfully pursued doctoral degrees in related fields at a variety of Turkish, European and U.S. institutions.
For more information, please go to Sabanci University http://sabanciuniv.edu
Contact: Nimet Beriker, (216) 483 92 45, beriker@sabanciuniv.edu
Applicants must have completed their previous degree programs by September, 2009, at the latest.
Financial Support
A limited number of scholarships based on academic achievement are available in the form of partial or full tuition waivers and/or stipends.
Deadline: January 20th is the deadline for early applications and May 29, 2009 is the deadline for regular applications.
Riva Kantowitz, Ph.D.Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Sabanci University
Orhanli/TuzlaIstanbul, TURKEY
The M.A. program in Conflict Analysis and Resolution gives students skills to analyze and understand conflict at inter-personal, inter-group and international levels.
Core programmatic components include: aspects of negotiation, mediation, third party intervention, ethnic conflict, issues related to post-conflict reconstruction, reconciliation, psychosocial aspects of conflict, and media and conflict.
The scholar-practitioner model is emphasized, providing students with a strong theoretical background as well as means for applying their knowledge to real-world settings.
M.A. students in Conflict Analysis and Resolution go on to hold positions in organizations such as Google, Procter & Gamble, Citibank, the United Nations Development Programme, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and private mediation consulting firms.
They have also successfully pursued doctoral degrees in related fields at a variety of Turkish, European and U.S. institutions.
For more information, please go to Sabanci University http://sabanciuniv.edu
Contact: Nimet Beriker, (216) 483 92 45, beriker@sabanciuniv.edu
Applicants must have completed their previous degree programs by September, 2009, at the latest.
Financial Support
A limited number of scholarships based on academic achievement are available in the form of partial or full tuition waivers and/or stipends.
Deadline: January 20th is the deadline for early applications and May 29, 2009 is the deadline for regular applications.
Riva Kantowitz, Ph.D.Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Sabanci University
Orhanli/TuzlaIstanbul, TURKEY
Postgraduate Scholarships for Pakistanis from University of London
The Open Society Foundation, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust and Royal Holloway, University of London invite applications for scholarships for the academic year 2009-2010.
The scholarships are for one-year taught postgraduate programmes leading to the award of MPhil in broad range of courses and LLM Law including Masters degrees in medical sociology and democracy, politics and governance.
Applicants will be expected to be both nationals as well as residents of Pakistan and the deadline for applications is 30 January 2009.After completing their scholarship, scholars are expected to return to Pakistan to resume their studies or work here.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=157631
The scholarships are for one-year taught postgraduate programmes leading to the award of MPhil in broad range of courses and LLM Law including Masters degrees in medical sociology and democracy, politics and governance.
Applicants will be expected to be both nationals as well as residents of Pakistan and the deadline for applications is 30 January 2009.After completing their scholarship, scholars are expected to return to Pakistan to resume their studies or work here.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=157631
MoU between Punjab University and Ferdowsi University, Iran
THE Punjab University and Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for students, teachers and resources exchange and academic and research collaboration.
The MoU was signed by PU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran and Ferdowsi University President (VC) Prof Dr Ali Raza Ashori at the PU New Campus on Thursday. Kharasan Governor Muhammad Javad Muhammadi Zadeh, Ferdowsi University Director International Relations Dr Abedin Vahedian, PU External Linkages Director Prof Dr Najma Najam, Deans of faculties and principal officers were also present. According to the MoU, both universities shall offer grant of scholarship to five qualified students nominated by the varsities. Both the varsities will offer one-month summer school to 10 students from Pakistan in Persian language to be carried out by Ferdowsi University in lieu of the similar opportunity for 10 Iranian students studying English to be carried out by Punjab University. Both sides shall organize a faculty tour for 10 academic board members of each for exploring research activities and opportunities available at both sides. The Ferdowsi University will nominate an academic member to the Punjab University to teach Persian language at postgraduate and PhD level for a period of two years. Meanwhile, a four-member Iranian delegation led by Vice Chancellor of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, visited the Government College University (GCU) on Thursday.
According to a press statement, Ferdowsi University VC of Dr Ali Raza Ashori in his meeting with GCU VC Dr Khalid Aftab said, "We want to promote bilateral relations with the GCU and for this purpose we will exchange scholars and PhD students of various academic fields." He also elaborated academic and research programmes of his university and urged to strengthen links with GCU in the field of mathematics, physics and English.The GCU VC said that there should be academic collaboration between Iranian and Pakistani universities particularly with regard to exchange of teachers and students in different fields.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/print1.asp?id=157322
The MoU was signed by PU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran and Ferdowsi University President (VC) Prof Dr Ali Raza Ashori at the PU New Campus on Thursday. Kharasan Governor Muhammad Javad Muhammadi Zadeh, Ferdowsi University Director International Relations Dr Abedin Vahedian, PU External Linkages Director Prof Dr Najma Najam, Deans of faculties and principal officers were also present. According to the MoU, both universities shall offer grant of scholarship to five qualified students nominated by the varsities. Both the varsities will offer one-month summer school to 10 students from Pakistan in Persian language to be carried out by Ferdowsi University in lieu of the similar opportunity for 10 Iranian students studying English to be carried out by Punjab University. Both sides shall organize a faculty tour for 10 academic board members of each for exploring research activities and opportunities available at both sides. The Ferdowsi University will nominate an academic member to the Punjab University to teach Persian language at postgraduate and PhD level for a period of two years. Meanwhile, a four-member Iranian delegation led by Vice Chancellor of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran, visited the Government College University (GCU) on Thursday.
According to a press statement, Ferdowsi University VC of Dr Ali Raza Ashori in his meeting with GCU VC Dr Khalid Aftab said, "We want to promote bilateral relations with the GCU and for this purpose we will exchange scholars and PhD students of various academic fields." He also elaborated academic and research programmes of his university and urged to strengthen links with GCU in the field of mathematics, physics and English.The GCU VC said that there should be academic collaboration between Iranian and Pakistani universities particularly with regard to exchange of teachers and students in different fields.
http://www.thenews.com.pk/print1.asp?id=157322
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