Scholarship in Germany: JSMC

JSMC offers a PhD program based on M.Sc. degrees and seeks to attract highly motivated PhD students from various scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, medical sciences, earth sciences, and bioinformatics.
JSMC provides a structured, interdisciplinary, research-oriented PhD program. This is based on extension of existing cooperative research, involves non-university research institutions and includes the direct involvement of companies, with exchanges of results in collaborative PhD projects. The education of young scientists within JSMC is based on top-level fundamental research in microbial communication.
Central elements of doctoral training at JSMC are:

• Cross-disciplinary PhD research projects that are situated in the tension zone between basic research and industrial application
• Promotion of research stays abroad, participation in international conferences and in collaborative projects to give PhD students early international experience and help them network internationally
• Comprehensive training in ‘transferable skills’, e. g. scientific publication and presentation, acquiring research funds, etc.
• Close supervision by a team of mentors to ensure that the students achieve the goals of their PhD projects efficiently within three years.
• Applicants must have – or be about to – obtain a Master’s degree or equivalent (e.g., the German ‘Diplom’) in Natural Sciences or a related field. Students holding a Bachelor’s degree from a research-oriented institution can also be admitted to the program if they have shown outstanding performance (e.g. making a major contribution to a refereed publication).

In general, those welcome to apply will be students with a degree in biology, chemistry, physics, medical sciences, bioinformatics, and earth sciences.
Please check whether your research experience matches the open projects on offer during the current Recruitment Call. Applicants should show a strong interest in the JSMC research program centered on the overarching topic “Microbial Communication”. They should also be willing to engage enthusiastically in cross-disciplinary projects .  Both German as well as international students are welcome to apply. However, candidates should demonstrate adequate competence in the English language as English is the language of instruction at JSMC.
Recruitment Procedure
Application is only possible online via this website. The JSMC Recruitment is a four-stage process:
Stage 1: Statement of Interest

• Please acquaint yourself with the PhD projects offered within the current JSMC Recruitment Call. Download, complete, and submit the “Statement of Interest” form. Please note that applications can only be considered if a completed “Statement of Interest” is received before the deadline .
• Please be prepared to submit your full application within one week following the deadline for submission of the “Statement of Interest”. You may be asked to apply at short notice. However, please DO NOT submit any documents other than the completed “Statement of Interest” form unless you are explicitly invited to do so.

Stage 2: Full Application
Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application (including CV, college or university credentials, list of theses and publications, passport photo, and letters of reference).
Stage 3: Telephone Interviews
Candidates with adequate qualifications may be asked to participate in a telephone interview for further evaluation.
Stage 4: JSMC Recruitment Meeting
Candidates who are selected through the first three stages will be invited to attend a JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany. Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered by JSMC. Successful candidates will be able to start with their JSMC PhD Fellowship shortly after the Recruitment Meeting (later starting dates can also be arrange
The JSMC Recruitment Meetings are meant as an opportunity for both sides – candidates and JSMC members – to get to know each other. They therefore include various events:

• Candidate lectures (the candidates present their research experience in 10+5 min talks)
• One-to-one interviews with project supervisors
• Visits to Institutes (to get to know the facilities and future colleagues)Get-together with the current PhD Fellows of JSMC
• Joint dinner with project supervisors (to discuss future plans in a relaxed atmosphere)Guided tour through the town of Jena

Info taken from: http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de/phd-program/fellowship-application/

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Scholarship in UK: Scholarship in University of Westminster

Full-time Masters degree in the field of European Studies for applicants from Moldova in UK-2011Study Subject:European Studies
Employer: University of Westminster
Level:Masters
Scholarship Description:Full tuition fee waivers, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London.
Eligibility: You must be from Moldova, and hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree in European Studies at the University. Criteria: Academic excellence, development potential and financial need.This scholarship is open to Moldovan students who have an interest in the increasingly close relationship between Moldova and the EU.

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Scholarship in USA: University of West Florida

Department of Environmental Studies Graduate Program at University of West Florida , USA

Materials to be submitted to the UWF Graduate School

1. You must complete and submit the UWF Graduate Application and $30 processing fee.
   • Applications for admission will not be processed more than one year in advance of the date for which entrance is sought.
   • Please contact the Graduate School (850) 473-7716 or toll free (866) 931-4872 or email gradadmissions@uwf.edu if you have any questions about the application process.
   • You will need to have a U.S. Social Security Number. Contact your nearest U.S. Social Security Office to apply for a number if necessary, before submitting this form. The social security number is not a permanent student identifier and will not be required for student identification purposes. Student will receive a permanent UWF ID number which serves as his/her permanent student identifier. UWF uses social security numbers to assist in matching test scores and transcripts of applicants. State and federal reporting require social security numbers. UWF will not disclose the social security number of any student to anyone except as required by law, permitted by the student or approved by the President or designee.
2. Official Transcripts must be submitted
   • It is the responsibility of the applicant to request one official transcript be sent to the Graduate School from every college and university attended. Transcripts of work completed at UWF will be obtained by Graduate Admissions. Request that your current name and Social Security Number be added to the transcript if necessary. All transcripts become the sole property of the university.
   • Please mail transcripts to the following address:
   The University of West Florida
   Graduate School, Attention: Graduate Admissions
   11000 University Pkwy., Bldg 11
   Pensacola, FL 32514-5750
3. Official Test Scores
   • The GRE, MAT, or GMAT scores are considered official only when they are sent directly to the Graduate School, Attention: Graduate Admissions, from the Educational Testing Service in Princeton, New Jersey. Student copies are not considered official.
   • Verbal and quantitative GRE/GMAT scores or scaled MAT scores are required for all graduate applications regardless of academic qualifications.
   • Send test scores to the address listed below:
     The University of West Florida
     Graduate School, Attention: Graduate Admissions
     11000 University Pkwy., Bldg 11
     Pensacola, FL 32514-5750

Materials to be submitted to the Environmental Studies Department

1. A formal letter of interest, background, and professional goals, including a preference for the thesis or non-thesis track. Applicants for the thesis track are encouraged to contact departmental faculty in their field of interest before applying to secure availability of a thesis advisor.
2. Three letters of recommendation by individuals in professionally relevant fields.
3. A current curriculum vitae.

Upon the submission of a completed application, it will be reviewed by the departmental graduate program committee. If all requirements are met a decision is usually made within four weeks.

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Scholrship in Scotland: SICSA PhD Studentship 2011

The Scottish Graduate Academy offers prize studentships to excellent candidates from across the world. There is no residence qualification and candidates from any country may apply.
We are now accepting applications for the Prize Studentship. The deadline for this round is 2nd May 2011.
To make an application for a SICSA Prize Studentship, you must:
- Apply online via the SICSA Scholarships 2011 Applications System before the stated deadline, and;
- Apply directly to your first-choice institution as soon as possible.
Once you have applied
Selection of candidates is by a competitive process where we look at the student’s academic achievements, referees reports, research proposal, publications and experience. The research proposal is particularly important as this helps us judge how well a candidate has thought about their research, how well the research fits with the SICSA scholarships 2011 themes and the potential cross-site supervisory arrangements.
Your studentship application will be considered by the universities that you have listed in your application. They will decide, on the basis of the information in your application, if they wish to nominate you for a SICSA studentship. If they do so, your application will be considered by the Graduate Academy Board.
Your first choice university may decide not to nominate your application for a studentship. In this case, your details will be passed to any other universities that you have included in your application and they may decide to support your application. Applications from students who are not nominated by one of the SICSA partners will not be considered for a prize studentship
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Information about SICSA Theme Areas

We are willing to consider applicants in any area of computer science and informatics but may give preference to students who are working in SICSA theme areas:
- Next-generation Internet
- Multi-modal interaction
- Modelling and abstraction
- Complex systems engineering
Some universities would like to recruit students for specific projects and information about these projects is available here. However, your application does not have to be related to any of these projects and you may make a research proposal in any area of work.

Application Deadline : 2 May 2011
Download this Call as PDF
Contact Adress:
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Scholarship in Australia: Excellence in Nursing Scholarships at Griffith University

PhD Nursing Scholarships for applicants from  Australia and New Zealand at Griffith University in Australia-2011
Study Subject:Nursing
Employer: Griffith University
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:The National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Nursing Interventions for Hospitalised Patients was established 1 November, 2010. There are two main foci of the NCREN.Compromised Skin Integrity, including pressure ulcers, intravascular devices and surgical wounds; and Symptom Management including pain, anxiety and delirium.The main functions of the NCREN are to undertake systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials and knowledge transfer research in addition to providing research training. One PhD scholarship will be awarded in one of the foci areas, with recipients undertaking systematic reviews and pilot randomised controlled trials as part of their degree.
The scholarship is worth $AU 32,000 per annum for three years, and will be paid as a fortnightly stipend.New applicants who are not currently enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program should complete the appliaction steps for admission to a higher degree by research.
Scholarship Application Deadline:29 May, 2011

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Scholarship in UK: International PhD Scholarship at School of Social Work, UK Read more: International PhD Scholarship at School of Social Work, UK : Scholarships for College Students, PhD Scholarships, International Scholarships 2011

The University of Central Lancashire Funding International PhD Scholarship in Impact of  Children’s Commissioners and Ombudsmen 2011, UK
Study Subject: Economic Impacts of EU’s Preferential Trade Agreements on Developing Countries
Employer: The University of Central Lancashire
Level: PhD
Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for a full-time scholarship available in the School of Social Work. The scholarship is tenable for up to 3 years for a PhD (via MPhil route) [subject to satisfactory progress] and is open to international applicants only. UK/EU applicants are not eligible to apply. The scholarship will provide £15000 towards the cost of the International tuition fee over 3 years. The project is part of an international collaborative study of Children’s Commissioners and Ombudsmen, or ‘independent children’s rights institutions’, directed by Professor Thomas with colleagues in Switzerland and the United States (the Research Group on Ombudspersons for Children – RGOC). The international study is focused on how models of independent children’s rights institutions map onto different national contexts, on criteria for independence, and on ways of measuring impact. This particular project will be looking at the latter question.
The aim is to develop methods and instruments for assessing the impact of independent children’s rights institutions on children’s lives, on policies for children and young people, on societal attitudes to children and on children’s participation in society. The research student will be invited to complete a thorough review of the relevant literature, and then to conduct an empirical enquiry, targeted on one or more independent children’s rights institutions, which will be designed to explore and test the reliability and validity of different approaches to measuring impact.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 13 May 2011

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Scholarship in UK: Capacity Building Scholarships at University of Westminster, 2011 in UK Read more: Capacity Building Scholarships at University of Westminster, 2011 in UK : Scholarships for College Students, PhD Scholarships, International Scholarships 2011

Full-time Masters Scholarships at University of Westminster in UK- 2011
Study Subject:Any
Employer: University of Westminster
Level:Masters
Scholarship Description:You must be a faculty member of one of our partner institutions and hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree.The University offers Capacity Building Scholarships to upgrade your skills if you are a faculty member of one of our partner colleges at home or overseas. The value of the scholarship varies depending on need. Please contact the Scholarships Office for full details if you fall into this category.
Scholarship Application Deadline:31 May 2011

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Scolarship in USA: Margaret Powell Scholarship for Women

Scholarship for females by the National Association of women in Construction, USA
StudySubject: Civil engineering, construction technology, construction management, surveying, CAD drafting & design
Employer:National Association of women in Construction
Level: any
Scholarship Description:National Association of women in Construction announce this scholarship for the females who must reside in Lake, Seminole,Orange or Osceola County, Florida and be a United States citizen.Applicant must be enrolling in or already enrolled in a course of study directly related to the construction industry, Examples:civil engineering construction technology, construction management, surveying, CAD drafting & design etc.
Applicant must demonstrate a need for financial assistance. This factor will be given  special consideration  should the qualifications of other applicants prove relatively equal. Members of the National Association of Women in Construction and their immediate family members are not eligible for this scholarship.
Scholarship Application Deadline:13 May 2011

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University of Twente Scholarship for International Students, Netherlands

The UT Scholarship is awarded by the Foundation University of Twente Scholarship Programme of the University of Twente. The UT Scholarship is meant for international students who show excellence, both academically as well as socially. The UT Scholarship is awarded for one year of study and is extended for a second year if study results are sufficient. Please note that you can only be nominated for the UT Scholarship after you have been (provisionally) accepted by the educational programme of your choice.

Requirements for application

·The online application form for admission to the university has been completed and all certified documents have been received.
·You have been (provisionally) accepted to a master programme at the University of Twente.

·You are excellent, both academically as well as socially.
·Sufficient mastery of the English language:
oacademic IELTS, overall band score of at least 6.5 / TOEFL, internet based (TOEFL-iBT) of at least 90
oacademic IELTS, speaking score of at least 6.0 / TOEFL, internet based (TOEFL-iBT) speaking score of at least 22
·Your faculty has nominated you for the UT Scholarship.
·You are a national of a non EU/EEA country.
·You show potential to become a future leader (of industry).
·You are strongly committed to society.
·The UT Scholarship is not meant for candidates who already have their Master degree

Deadline for application

You cannot apply for the UT Scholarship yourself. You can only be nominated by the faculty of the university for a UT Scholarship between October 2010 and May 2011.

Scholarship amount

The amount of the scholarship will be determined by the faculty with a maximum of €20,000. Please be aware that only a limited number of scholarships are available. Only the most excellent students will be nominated.

Application information

After being admitted to the University, the faculty may decide to nominate you for the scholarship. In that case the faculty will contact you to confirm your interest in the scholarship. For questions please send an email to scholarship[at]so.utwente.nl.

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PhD Scholarship in Computational Biology, Massey University, New Zealand Read more: PhD Scholarship in Computational Biology, Massey University, New Zealand : Scholarships for College Students, PhD Scholarships, International Scholarships 2011 Fellowships Loans [New Zealand]

Study Subject: Computational Biology
Employer: Massey University
Level:PhD
Scholarship Description:A PhD scholarship is now open for a highly motivated and productive student in the Computational Biology Research Group at Massey University, New Zealand. The successful candidate will study how human social arrangements, such as marriage practices, affect patterns of genetic diversity in small communities. Although there is scope to accommodate existing research interests, the successful candidate will develop, implement and test new methods in statistical genetics, and apply these methods to genetic and cultural anthropology datasets. This research will initially be directed toward determining whether human social practices have constrained or directed genetic evolution in the Pacific region, a major focus of my research group.
This PhD scholarship offers a rare opportunity to develop your skills as a researcher within an internationally recognized computational biology research group, while taking advantage of New Zealand’s unique natural and cultural environment. Palmerston North, a university town with a large international community, offers a full range of social and cultural amenities. The city is located close to the North Island’s central mountains, and presents regular opportunities for hiking, skiing, surfing and adventure sports, as well as experiencing New Zealand’s unique indigenous culture. Nevertheless, my research group maintains extensive international connections, especially with colleagues in Australia, Indonesia, France and the United States, and is linked firmly into the international scientific community.
Minimum  Qualifications:
- A Masters or Honors degree (First Class or equivalent) in computational biology, bioinformatics, applied mathematics, computer science, population genetics, molecular evolution, or other relevant field.
- Able to conduct independent cutting-edge research.
- Solid analytical, quantitative and mathematical skills.
- Experience with probabilistic modeling and statistical genetics.
- Candidates should be comfortable working in a UNIX environment, and have a strong programming background.
Preferred Qualification:
- Candidates with a background in interdisciplinary research, spanning both biological sciences and applied mathematics/computer science, are especially encouraged to apply.
- Candidates should have proven research experience, preferably with evidence of scientific publications.
- Candidates will ideally be conversant in a compiled programming language (e.g., C or C++), a scripting language (e.g., Perl), and a statistical environment (e.g., R).
- Experience with parallel computing on large clusters and/or parallel programming would be highly advantageous
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 May 2011

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Scholarship in Taiwan

The Taiwan Scholarship Program was established jointly by three government agencies of the Republic of China (Taiwan) – Ministry of Education (MOE), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) and the National Science Council, Executive Yuan (NSC) – to promote the flow of foreign students to undertake degree programs in Taiwan. While providing educational opportunities for a wide range of disciplines, universities and colleges in Taiwan, this program aims to:

1. To promote awareness, understanding and friendship between the peoples of Taiwan and countries around the world.
2. Can increase academic and educational links with international institutions of higher education.
3. Develop outstanding professionals and experts to meet the needs of global society.

The Focus of Government Agencies Funding the Taiwan Scholarships
There are three government agencies that fund this program, each with a different focus in terms of recipients’ nationalities and study programs:
MOFA Scholarship:
Recipients from countries that have diplomatic relations with the R.O.C. (Taiwan) or countries specified as being diplomatically favorable by MOFA.
Undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree programs. Embassies of the R.O.C. can also award a pre-degree Mandarin Language Enrichment Program (LEP) scholarship to recipients to improve their language abilities.
MOE Scholarship:
Recipients from countries other than those specified in the MOFA Scholarship.
Undergraduate and/or postgraduate programs. R.O.C.’s overseas offices can also designate a pre-degree Mandarin Language Enrichment Program (LEP) to recipients to improve their language abilities.
NSC Scholarship:
Recipients from countries other than those specified in the MOFA Scholarship. Postgraduate programs only.
Eligibility
An applicant must meet all of the following criteria:

1. Be a high school graduate or above, have an excellent academic performance in his/her most recent formal educational study experience, be of good moral character and does not have any criminal records.
2. Is not an R.O.C. (Taiwan) national.
3. Does not have the status of being an overseas compatriot student.
4. Has never enrolled at any educational institution in Taiwan for the same level of degree or LEP that he/she plans to matriculate at.
5. Is not an exchange student in accordance with any agreement of cooperation between an international university/college and an educational institute in Taiwan, at the time of receiving a Taiwan Scholarship.
6. Has never received the scholarship to undertake any degree program or language study within the total award period of 5 years.
7. Does not have any revocation record regarding the Taiwan Scholarship Program nor from the Ministry of Education’s Huayu Enrichment Scholarship Program.
8. Is not a recipient of any other scholarship or subsidy offered by the Taiwan government or from any other educational institutions in Taiwan.

Application and Selection Process
For the application, the applicant must send all completed documents to the nearest Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office in his/her home country; see website for nearest embassy or representative office: http://www.mofa.gov.tw/webapp/lp.asp?ctnode=1864&ctunit=30&basedsd=30&mp=6
In principle, the yearly application period is from February 1st through March 31st. However, the actual application period will be in accordance with the general regulations of the local Taiwan Representative Offices.
For the application period, guidelines and forms, types of scholarship and quotas, as well as information regarding the selection process and outcome announcement, applicants should directly contact the relevant Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office, as early as possible.
Application Documents: A complete application must include the following materials:

1. One copy of the completed application form.
2. One photocopy of applicant’s passport or other nationality certificates.
3. One photocopy of the highest-level diploma and a complete grade transcript.
   (Note: These documents must be authenticated by a Taiwan overseas representative office, if issued by international educational institutions.)
4. Supporting admission application materials (e.g. photocopies of application forms for language training centers or for a degree program at universities/colleges in Taiwan. The exact academic year that applicants would be enrolled as full-time students at these institutions must be clearly specified on these documents; or a copy of the application fee receipt, or the reply letter or e-mail from the school which the applicant has applied to).
5. Additional documents as specified by individual representative offices (e.g. letters of reference).
6. A photocopy of a certificate of the acceptable levels of English proficiency or Test of Proficiency – Huayu (TOP), depending on the language of instruction in class.
   (N.B. Only applicants for degree programs need to submit this document.)
7. Additional documents as specified by the individual representative offices.

The selection priority for these scholarships will be given to those who intend to undertake a degree program and have successfully received admission to a university/college.

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Scholarship in Hungary

CEU Summer University  Program For Participants from Different Parts of the World


Study Subject: Humanities and Social Sciences
Employer: CEU
Level: PhD, Junior Faculty and Researchers, Postdoctoral, Practitioners, Policy-makers,
Scholarship Description: Welcome to a very special postgraduate study abroad opportunity offered here in the heart of Europe, in Budapest, Hungary, for the fourteenth edition of the CEU Summer University (SUN).
SUN is a part of Central European University (CEU) which is an international university, accredited both in the United States and in Hungary, offering a combination of American and European academic cultures. CEU is oriented towards innovative and rigorous multidisciplinary research on, and the study of, social change and the policy implications of transition to open societies. Focus is also directed on issues concerning the European Union, and certain features of non-Western democracies.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 February 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

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NVIDIA's Graduate Fellowship Program

NVIDIA ‘s Graduate Fellowship Program funds work that helps solve complex visual computing challenges. Up to ten selected Ph.D. students will receive individual grants of US $25,000 for research that advances parallel computing and graphics processing.

About NVIDIA’s Graduate Fellowship Program
NVIDIA has long believed that investing in university talent is beneficial to the industry and key to our continued growth and success. The NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Program provides funding to Ph.D. students who are researching topics that will lead to major advances in the graphics and high-performance computing industries, and are investigating innovative ways of leveraging the power of the GPU. We select students each year who have the talent, aptitude and initiative to work closely with us early in their careers. Recipients not only receive crucial funding for their research, but are able to conduct groundbreaking work with access to NVIDIA products, technology and some of the most talented minds in the field.
The application period for the NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship Program is now open. We are currently accepting applications for the 2011-2012 academic year. The deadline to apply is 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011.
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria:
•Students must have already completed their first year of Ph.D. level studies
•Students must have majors in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, System Architecture, Electrical Engineering, or a related area
•Students must hold current membership on an active research team
•Students must be enrolled as a full time Ph.D. student during the academic year of the award
Your Graduate Fellowship Application must include:
•1 to 2 page research summary/thesis proposal
•Curriculum Vitae (CV) including contact information
•Professor Nomination Form including nomination letter (you can have up to 3 nomination letters)
•Send any questions/inquiries (not applications) to fellowship@nvidia.com
Application Instructions
Students: If you would like to be considered for an NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship you will need to first create a User Account. The user account approval process is completed within 48 hours. Once you have an approved user account, you can log into the research.nvidia.com website. You will find the Graduate Fellowship Application link in the upper left hand tool bar – click on that link, enter all the details into your application form and click save. By clicking save your application has been submitted to the system. You will receive a confirmation email and the Nominating Professor you listed will receive an email with instructions to submit their Nomination. You will have until 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011 to edit any of your information.
You should communicate with your nominating professor or advisor that they will be receiving an email with a link to create an account and submit the Professor Nomination Form. This is required to complete your application. If they do not receive this email, they can follow the directions for Professors/Advisors below. You can receive up to three nomination letters. To have additional additional professors or advisors submit nomimation letters, please follow the directions for Professors/Advisors below and be sure to give them your Student Application Number.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2011-2012 academic through 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011 and you will have up until that time to submit and/or edit your application. As part of the application process, all applicants will be asked to sign a waiver. Graduate Fellowship Award amounts may vary by region, country or location, but typically US$25,000.
Professors/Advisors: If you would like to nominate a Ph.D. student for an NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship you will need to first create a User Account. The user account approval process is complete within 48 hours. Once you have been approved, you can log into the research.nvidia.com website. You will find the Graduate Fellowship Nomination link in the upper left hand tool bar – click on that link, enter all the details into the form and click save. By clicking save your nomination has been submitted to the system, but you will also receive a confirmation email. You will have until 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011 to edit any of your nomination information.
Deadline: 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011
We are currently accepting applications for the 2011-2012 academic through 11:59PM PST on February 3, 2011. As part of the application process, all applicants will be asked to sign a waiver. Graduate Fellowship Award amounts may vary by region, country or location, but are typically $25,000 USD. The award is to be used to further the student’s research over the 2011-2012 academic year.
Contact detail
fellowship@nvidia.com
http://research.nvidia.com/relevant/graduate-fellowship-program

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Scholarship in Germany (Jacobs Entrance Scholarship)

Each year, the Admissions Committee awards full and partial scholarships (i.e. for our three year undergraduate program) to a citizen of one of the following world regions:

World Regions
Africa	Asia and Oceania	Latin America and the Caribbean	North America	Europe

How does one apply for a Jacobs Entrance Scholarship?
There is no extra application process for one of our Jacobs scholarships. Anyone who completes an application for admission evaluation, submitting SAT or ACT standardized test results, will be considered for a scholarship. All candidates then compete with other applicants within the admission round.
There is no score cut-off or GPA requirement needed to attain a scholarship. The Admissions Committee that determines Jacobs scholarships examines all application components, from recommendation letters, essays, application presentation to grades and scores – also taking into consideration cultural background – a key feature that makes Jacobs such a special institution. Naturally, better scores, grades and overall presentation will improve ones chances of acquiring a scholarship.
If you are interested in being considered for a general Jacobs Scholarship to attend Jacobs University, we recommend that you apply as early as possible during our admission season. December 1 and February 15 are our priority deadlines. We have one final deadline on June 15 for Round III. Applying in this round, however, is not recommended for non-EU citizens, especially because of the limited time required to obtain a visa.
Jacobs University employs a US-styled admission process, and SAT or ACT exam results are required for scholarship qualification.
How much are the Jacobs Entrance Scholarships?
Depending on the quality of our applicant pool, we may offer scholarships covering the costs of one-third, one-half, or two-thirds of the tuition fees for the aforementioned world regions (e.g. currently €6,000, €9,000, €12,000 per year). Some outstanding candidates may even be offered a full tuition scholarship of €18,000 per year. Jacobs Entrance Scholarships may be renewed for three years, meaning these awards can cover up to €18,000, €27,000, €36,000 or €54,000 of the overall tuition fees (2010/2011). Based on admission rates in the past few years, candidates have had a 40-50% chance of obtaining a Jacobs Entrance Scholarship. Further aid is possible through our financial aid packages.
Source: http://www.jacobs-university.de/admission/scholarships

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Scholarship in US (Visionary Woman Scholarship)

We recognize that you play an integral role in your students’ art school search process, so we welcome the opportunity to cultivate a collaborative relationship with you. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns that you may have as you help your students navigate through the college admissions process.

Visionary Woman Scholarship

The Visionary Woman Scholarship nomination deadline is February 1st, 2011 for high school art teachers. Admissions applications must be completed by March 1st, 2011 for students to be considered for this competition. This is our most prestigious scholarship for in-coming first-year students, and students must be nominated by their high school art teacher (or equivalent) in order to compete.

Download the nomination form

Scholarships Deadline 1 February 2011
The Source of visionary woman scholarships

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Scholarship in Netherland (NPF Fellowships)

NFP Fellowships for PhD for the Nationals of Developing Countries

Study Subject: Any
Employer: Nuffic
Level: PhD
Scholarship Description: PhD degrees can be pursued at 21 Dutch universities and institutes for international education. You can apply for a PhD fellowship only after your research proposal has been agreed with the Dutch institution.  The PhD must always be pursued according to a ‘sandwich’ or  ‘picnic’ model, which means that a large portion of the PhD research will take place in your home country.
The maximum NFP budget available for a PhD study is € 85,000. This amount is intended as a contribution towards the cost of living and to cover the costs of visas, travel, insurance and so on, as specified in the NFP booklet ‘Rules and regulations for fellowship holders’. PhD students are allowed to seek alternative sources of funding. The maximum duration of a PhD fellowship is four years.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 February 2011

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Scholarship in US (University of Chicago)

University of Chicago Robert L. Platzman Memorial Fellowship

Overview
The University of Chicago Library invites applications for short-term research fellowships for use during 2012. Any visiting researcher residing more than 100 miles from Chicago, and whose project requires on-site consultation of University of Chicago Library collections, primarily archives, manuscripts or printed materials in the Special Collections Research Center, is eligible. Support for beginning scholars is a priority of the program. Applications in the fields of late nineteenth- or early twentieth-century physics or physical chemistry, or nineteenth-century classical opera, will receive special consideration. Previous University of Chicago Library research fellowships have been awarded for studies in fields including medieval culture, nineteenth-century American politics, law, theology, urban history, modern literature, and African American history.

Awards will be made based on an evaluation of the research proposal and the applicant`s ability to complete it successfully. Priority will be given to projects that cannot be conducted without on-site access to the original materials and where University of Chicago collections are central to the research. Up to $3,000 of support will be awarded to help cover projected travel, living and research expenses. Applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged.

The deadline for applications is February 14, 2011. Notice of awards will be made by April 15, 2011, for use between January 1 and December 30, 2012.

Applicants must submit the following information in one electronic file:

• A cover letter (not to exceed one page) including the project title, a brief summary. estimated dates of on-site research; and a budget for travel, living, and research expenses during the period of on-site research
• A research proposal not to exceed three double-spaced pages. Applicants should address specifically the relationship between their proposed project and the primary sources to be consulted in the Special Collections Research Center
• A curriculum vitae of no longer than two pages
• Two letters of support from academic or other scholars. References may be sent with the application or separately.

Submit application to: scrcfellowship@uchicago.edu
or

Robert L. Platzman Memorial Fellowships
Special Collections Research Center
The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

For additional information contact schreyer@uchicago.edu

http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/spcl/using/fellowships.htm

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Scholarship in Korea (Pusan National University)

Pusan National University, South Korea providing  funding opportunities for PhD/MS-PhD positions
Study Subject:Research focuses on complex fluids or soft matter systems e.g. polymer melt and solution, blockcopolymer, suspension, emulsions under various deformations
Employer:Pusan National University
Level:PhD/MS-PhD
Scholarship Description:Applications are invited for a graduate student position (PhD or MS-PhD integrated course) in the lab of Prof. Kyu Hyun at Pusan National University (PNU) in South Korea. Our main research focuses on complex fluids or soft matter systems e.g. polymer melt and solution, blockcopolymer, suspension, emulsions under various deformations (steady shear, oscillatory shear, extensional, and squeezing flow). We study complex fluids using normal rheometer and rheo-optics (Rheo-SALS, Rheo-SAXS). However, the person who is interested in complex fluid will be welcomed.
Candidates should have prior experience in the area of “Rheology, Polymer, or soft matter related fields”. Approximately 900,000 Korean Won/month will be supported.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Contact Employer,Prof. Kyu Hyun (kyuhyun-at-pusan.ac.kr)

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Scholarship in US (Student Athlete)

Study Subject: Athletic
Employer: The Community Foundation of Howard Country
Level: Undergraduates
Scholarship Description: For deserving, graduating seniors from Taylor High School who have participated in any varsity (sport or sports) for two or more years at the high school; who have maintained a 7.00 or higher grade point average on a 12 point scale; who are or will be attending any accredited college, university, trade school or other post-secondary training; who are deserving of financial assistance and likely to succeed as students at a college, university, trade school, or in other postsecondary
training. The scholarship criteria is as follows:
(1) superior work ethic;
(2) high moral character;
(3) excellent mental attitude;
(4) participation in any varsity (sport or sports) for two or more years at the high school; and
(5) have maintained a 7.00 or higher grade point average on a 12 point scale.
The scholarships may be renewed during the student’s sophomore year of undergraduate studies, subject to review by the scholarship committee and the availability of sufficient funds.
Scholarship Application Deadline: March 18, 2011
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Scholarship for Jordanian Citizens (France)

Scholarship  for citizens of Jordanian for studies in France at Master (engineer) level,2011
Study Subject:Nuclear Energy
Employer: France and Jordan Government
Level:Master
Scholarship Description: Scholarships will be awarded to Jordanian citizens for studies in France at Master (engineer) level
- Age of the candidates must be no more than 30 years old
- Candidates must have a very good command of French for studies conducted in French and a very good command of English, for
studies conducted in English
- The minimum academic level requested is”very good”for bachelor or master
Selection process
- Selection of candidates will be undertaken by a Franco-Jordanian selection committee according to academic excellence, motivation
of the candidate and adequateness between the student acquired knowledge and the curriculum to follow in France
- A first selection will be conducted on application file then an interview and an exam will be organized for the successful candidates
- Selection is conducted in close relationship with the admission committees of targeted French curricula
The scholarship
- The scholarship is awarded by both France and Jordan
- The scholarship will be awarded for a maximum of two years for a master
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 February 2011
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Scholarship for Hong Kong (HSBC)

Scholarships for those students who are permanent residents of are Hong Kong
Study Subject: architecture, business and economics, communication, computer science/information systems, construction and land use, dentistry, design, education, engineering, health care, hotel and tourism, law, medicine, science (applied and basic), social sciences, textiles, arts subjects (linguistics & languages, translation, history, geography, fine arts & applied arts) and environment.
Employer: The HongKong Bank Foundation
Level: Undergraduates
Scholarship Description: The Hongkong Bank Foundation has a long history of supporting educational activities and nurturing young people for the betterment of the community. For the 2011/12 academic year, The Hongkong Bank Foundation is offering the HSBC Overseas Scholarships, at a maximum total value of HK$4,000,000, to selected local full-time undergraduate students. The scholarships will enable the recipients to spend one year of their degree programme at one of the designated overseas universities and return to our University to complete their studies and graduate. The Hong Kong Baptist University will nominate up to two eligible candidates to compete with students from other universities in Hong Kong for the Scholarships.
Each scholarship will cover (1) tuition fees and mandatory college fees, (2) a minimum economy return airfare, and (3) reasonable room and board costs, books, a small portion of living expenses and visa application fees.
Eligibility:
Application is now open to non-final year undergraduate students who are enrolled in a degree programme, and who:
(1) are Hong Kong permanent residents with right of abode in Hong Kong (full disclosure regarding citizenship is required);
(2) are pursuing studies in disciplines under architecture, business and economics, communication, computer science/information systems, construction and land use, dentistry, design, education, engineering, health care, hotel and tourism, law, medicine, science (applied and basic), social sciences, textiles, arts subjects (linguistics & languages, translation, history, geography, fine arts & applied arts) and environment (UGC-funded programmes only). Students are allowed the flexibility to major in a different discipline while abroad;
(3) have attained a cumulative GPA score of 3.3 or above in the first semester of the academic year 2010/2011. Non-first year students should also have attained a cumulative GPA score of 3.3 or above in the academic year 2009/2010;
(4) have applied for admission/have been accepted for admission to one year full-time study at one of the designated overseas universities;
(5) have an appropriate study plan (it is advantageous for the applicants to seek advice from their departments on what courses to take in the designated overseas institutions so that credits gained overseas could be transferred to their studies in the University);
(6) have a minimum total TOEFL score of 90 (Internet-based test) with scores for individual sections not lower than 22 on listening, 17 on writing, 21 on reading, and 21 on speaking; or a minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.5, with no component below 6.0. These are irrespective of overseas universities’ requirements. Please note that the English proficiency tests must be taken on 12 February 2008 or later. If unavailable by the application deadline below, test results can be submitted to the Office of Student Affairs on or before 1 February 2011 (Tuesday);
(7) are well-rounded, participating in extra-curricular and/or community service activities;
(8) have no extensive experience of living or studying overseas;
(9) are in a financial situation which does not permit overseas study or extensive travel overseas; and
(10) are committed to Hong Kong
Scholarship recipients are expected to return to their home universities in Hong Kong after their year overseas to complete their degree in Hong Kong; otherwise, they have to reimburse the full cost of scholarship.
Scholarships will not be awarded to students who enroll in an overseas study course of less than a year or, arranged by HKBU or other organisations, for which financial support for the year abroad is already available either through HKBU or other sources.
Scholarship application Deadline: 1 February 2011 (Tuesday)
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Scholarship in China (Shenzhen University)

Postdoctoral Research Associate Scholarship 2011 in Shenzhen University – China

Introduction:
Shenzhen University (SZU) is a full-time comprehensive university accredited by the State Council of the People¡¯s Republic of China and is funded by Shenzhen local government. SZU was founded in 1983 and undertook its first enrollment the very same year at what Deng Xiaoping called “Shenzhen Speed”.
Located on the picturesque coastline of Shenzhen Bay in South China, SZU¡¯s 1.44 square kilometer campus, which boasts its own lake, spreads across rolling hills covered with lichee trees, an abundance of green space and works of art.
Scholarship Discription:
We invite young persons under the age of 40 with a Ph. D. degree in physics or electrical engineering to join us as postdoctoral research associates in our laboratory for a period of two years. The postdoctoral research associates will do researches in photonic-crystal devices and metamaterial devices. The salary for those postdoctoral research associates is 21,000 US dollars per year. Those who are interested please send their C.V. to Prof. Dr. Zhengbiao Ouyang, whose contact information is as follows: Prof. Zhengbiao Ouyang, College of Electronic Science and Technology, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China; e-mail: zbouyang-at-szu.edu.cn
Application Deadline: Contact Employer
Contact:
Address: Nanhai Ave 3688,Shenzhen , Guangdong,P.R.China, 518060  
Tel: 86-755-26536108. Fax: 86-755-26534940
Email: szufao@szu.edu.cn   
Source: http://www.szu.edu.cn/szu2007/indexE.asp

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Scholarship in US (University of Albany)

Science Jobs  for  Center for Cell Biology & Cancer Research for Albany Medical College -2011
Study subject: Cancer Research
Employer: University of Albany,NY, USA
Level: Postdoctoral
Post Doctoral Description:The Center for Cell Biology & Cancer Research at the Albany Medical College is now seeking to fill one postdoctoral research position in cancer research. The successful candidate will be investigating the role of a putative tumor suppressor in the DNA damage response and the development of cancer. As such, the candidate must have prior experience in the field of cancer research. Experience with animals (particularly genetically-engineered mouse).Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology or related fields, and should be highly motivated, independent, and have demonstrated productivity in graduate work. Send curriculum vitae, including research experience, publication list and contact information for three references to: Dr. C. Yan
Application Programme Deadline: March 12, 2011
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Scholarsip in Sweden (KTH)

KTH is the largest technical university in Sweden. Education and research cover a broad spectrum within natural sciences and engineering, as well as architecture, industrial engineering and management, urban planning, work science and environmental engineering. KTH has 13 344 full-time equivalent students, of whom 6 955 are at Bachelor (first) level, while 5 545 are at Master (second) level. In addition, 1 314 are full-time equivalent students at doctoral studies (third) level and 3 900 employees.

The School of Chemical Science and Engineering includes the areas Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Fibre and Polymer technology. It encompasses both fundamental and applied chemical sciences and seeks sustainable development through scientific excellence. Many research activities are interdisciplinary across the borders from chemistry to materials science, environmental science, biochemistry, biology and medicine. The School offers a Master program in Chemical Science and Engineering, a program in Chemical Science and Engineering with International Profile a Bachelor program in Chemical Engineering and three international Master programs Chemical Engineering for Energy and the Environment, Macromolecular Materials and Molecular Science and Engineering. We cooperate also with the Master programs Energy and Environment, Materials design and Biotechnology.

Position, project and requirements

The post-doctoral research scientist position is available in Wallenberg Wood Science Center,

• wwsc.se

Postdoc on nanostructure of wood. Wallenberg Wood Science Center, Ref.nr K-2010-0577

• wwsc.se

This subproject is within the “Engineered wood surfaces” team in WWSC, with wood cell wall structure studies and nanostructural wood modification effects as subproject activities. The team integrates expertise in polymer science, chemistry and wood science. The postdoc will develop a technology platform on nanostructural characterization of wood, modified wood and wood nanocomposites.

The selected candidate must hold a PhD in relevant discipline such as polymer science, forest products or materials science, and should be skilled in nano-scale microscopy techniques (FE-SEM, TEM, AFM).
Precedence should be given to applicants who have graduated three years, or less, before the time of expiration of applications for these posts.

Employment

The position is time limited (“tjänst” with full benefits) to one year with possible extension for a second year. Start date: According to agreement.

Application

The application should be sent by E-mail to: inpe@kth.se
Applications should be marked with the reference number K-2010-0577 and received at KTH no later than January 17, 2011.

The source of Postdoctoral position in Biocomposites

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Scholarsip in Portugal (MIT Portugal)

PhD, Masters and Advanced Studies positions, MIT Portugal Program, Portugal

PhD, Masters and Advanced Studies positions in Bioengineering Systems, Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainable Energy Systems and Transportation Systems
MIT Portugal Program, Portugal
The MIT Portugal Program announces its call for applications for the 2011-12 academic year. The MIT Portugal Program is an international partnership involving MIT, universities and industry in Portugal. The goal of the initiative is to develop world class education and research programs in the emerging field of engineering systems.

Applications online are now open with the following deadlines:
PhD Programs until 28/02/2011
Master’s Programs until 31/03/2011
Advanced Studies Programs until 15/06/2011
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for the best candidates for PhD programs in all areas. Corporate scholarships are available for the Transportation MSc (CTIS). These scholarships cover tuition fees.
Further Requirements
Formal candidacy materials and the online application form are available at the MIT Portugal Program website (www.mitportugal.org). Find more additional information on the following link. On this page you will find basic information about how to apply, entry requirements, factors of preference, the Program’s selection process, courses offered, host institutions. Contacts and more information regarding scholarships, please follow this link.

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Scholarship in Australia (University of Tasmania)

Postdoctoral Fellow, Materials Chemistry, Surface Chemistry and Separation Science, University of Tasmania, Australia

Australian Centre for Research on Separation Science (ACROSS)
Job Title:
Postdoctoral Fellow, Materials Chemistry, Surface Chemistry and Separation Science
Description:
ACROSS are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Post-doctoral Research Fellow who will take part in the development of new advanced diamond based materials to be used as selective stationary phases in liquid chromatography. This multidisciplinary project comprises experimental work in the production of new materials, prepared by modification of surface chemistry of synthetic diamond or production of composite structures including nanoparticles. A significant part of the project will be accomplished through the integrated use of various analytical techniques including: scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction, BET surface area and pore size measurements, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and Raman spectroscopy and synchrotron-based studies. Final evaluation of prospective materials will be accomplished by ultra high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) at elevated temperatures.

The goal of this highly innovative project is to explore the advantageous physico-chemical properties of diamond, such superior mechanical and chemical stability, excellent thermal conductivity in combination with negligible thermal expansion in various adsorption and separation technologies. The other aspect of the project is characterisation of unique adsorption properties of diamonds for biochemical separations.
Requirements:

1. A PhD degree in Materials Chemistry, Surface Chemistry and Separation Science or related discipline;
2. Evidence of ability to develop and pursue novel research approaches and to investigate complex research problems;
3. Strong background knowledge of nanocarbon (preferably nanodiamond) chemistry and experience in chemical modification of carbonaceous materials;
4. Knowledge of instrumental methods of characterisation of surface chemistry and porous structure of adsorbents including HPLC;
5. Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication, including the ability to publish the results of scientific research in scientific journals;

About ACROSS:
ACROSS was established in 2001 as a collaborative research centre involving some 70 researchers at the University of Tasmania in Hobart (UTAS), Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) and the University of Western Sydney (UWS). ACROSS undertakes research over a broad range of topics related to separation science. A description of ACROSS and a copy of the 2009 Annual Report can be accessed at www.across.utas.edu.au
Location: Hobart TAS
Salary: $69K - $74K pa
Tenure: 2 years
Applications deadline: 20 February 2011

Contact:
Prof. Pavel Nesterenko University of Tasmania Private Bag 75 Hobart 7001 Tasmania, AUSTRALIA Phone: +61 3 62262165 Fax: +61 3 62262858
E-mail: Pavel.Nesterenko[ at ]utas.edu.au

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Scholarsip in US (Udall Foundation)

Udall Foundation Dissertation Fellowships for US Nationals

Study Subject: U.S. Environmental Public Policy and/or Environmental Conflict Resolution
Employer: Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation
Level: PhD
Scholarship Description: The Endangered Language Fund provides grants for language maintenance and linguistic field work. The work most likely to be funded is that which serves both the native community and the field of linguistics. Work which has immediate applicability to one group and more distant application to the other will also be considered. Publishing subventions are a low priority, although they will be considered. Proposals can originate in any country. The language involved must be in danger of disappearing within a generation or two. Endangerment is a continuum, and the location on the continuum is one factor in our funding decisions.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 24 February 2011
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Scolarship in US (Department of Energy)

Overview

The DOE Mission

Join the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) where the latest scientific research and development supports an improved quality of life for all Americans.
In meeting its mission to discover solutions to power and secure America’s future, DOE is committed to the following:

• Energy Security
• Nuclear Security
• Scientific Discovery and Innovation
• Environmental Responsibility
• Management Excellence

What is the DOE Scholars Program?

A unique new approach within DOE for introducing students or post-graduates to DOE’s mission and operations.
As a participant in the DOE Scholars Program, you will have a competitive edge for familiarizing yourself with DOE functions while showcasing your education, talent, and skills.  Appointments are available in a variety of disciplines at participating facilities nationwide. The DOE Scholars Program presents you with the opportunity to explore a federal career with DOE at various stages in your education.

Program Provisions

Being appointed a DOE Scholar at one of the Department of Energy (DOE) locations across the country, offers the following benefits:

• Career possibilities with the nation’s leading sponsor for scientific research
• Opportunities to learn from top scientists and subject matter experts
• Stipends of up to $650 per week depending on academic status
• Inbound/Outbound travel to and from appointment site; travel reimbursements for occasional off-site meetings

Eligibility

To qualify for the DOE Scholars Program, you will need to meet the following eligibility criteria:

• U.S. citizenship (no exceptions).
• Undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate of an accredited institute of higher education. Exceptions may be made on academic status on a case-by-case basis for summer appointments only.

Disciplines

The Department of Energy seeks students and post-graduates for the DOE Scholars Program in the following disciplines:

• Engineering
• Physical Sciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Computer Science and Information Technology
• Physics
• Program Management
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Safety and Health
• Accounting and Finance
• Law
• and more

Scholarships deadline 31 January 2011
The source of Department of Energy (DOE) Scholars Program

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Scholarshi in Denmark (University of Copenhagen)

Fellowships of the doctoral studios at Department of Plant Biology and Biotechnology Faculty of Life Sciences at University of Copenhagen
Study Subject: Plant Epigenetics
Employer: University of Copenhagen
Scholarship Level: PhD
Scholarships Description: The work of the PhD fellow will consist mainly of duties in connection with the research project Epigenetic regulation of plant traits.

The project aims at discover new layers of regulation of plant appearance. In biology, and specifically genetics, epigenetics is the study of inherited changes in phenotype (appearance) or gene expression caused by mechanisms other than changes in the underlying DNA sequence. These changes may remain through cell divisions for the remainder of the cell´s life and may also last for multiple generations. However, there is no change in the underlying DNA sequence of the organism; instead, non-genetic factors cause the organism´s genes to express themselves differently. The project is part of the program in the Centre for Membrane Pumps in Cells and Disease – PUMPKIN.
The position is available for a 4-year period for applicants who are already enrolled or are accepted to be enrolled at one of the Faculty´s master´s programmes.
At the time of commencement, applicants for the 4-year period must have approximately one year of study remaining before graduating from their MSc programme.
The successful applicant of the PhD scholarship must pass an enrolment in the LIFE Graduate School before the Faculty can finish the letter of employment.
Graduate School of Faculty of Life Sciences, LIFE strives to give our students the best international career prospects within our main research areas.
PhD Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 March 2011
Further PhD Scholarships Fellowships in Plant Epigenetics, University of Copenhagen Information and Application detail click here
http://www.ku.dk/english/available_positions/vip/

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Scholarship in Spain (Barcelona GSE)

14 MSc Scholarships at Barcelona GSE, Spain :
Beasiswa Scholarships : Fully-funded scholarships
“La Caixa” Foundation – Barcelona GSE Scholarships for students from emerging and developing countries
The “la Caixa” savings bank Foundation and the Barcelona GSE offer 14 fully-funded scholarships to students from emerging and developing countries (*) with excellent academic backgrounds who will return to their home countries at the end of their professional training process to implement their knowledge.

This award covers:
master program tuition
medical insurance
round-trip airfare from the student’s country of residence
monthly stipend for expenses during the student’s stay in Barcelona
(*) Note: “Emerging and developing countries” is an expression used to name all countries not included on the following 2008 IMF list of “advanced economies”: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States of America.

“La Caixa” Foundation is the institution which manages the resources that Caixa d’Estalvis i Pensions de Barcelona, “la Caixa”, devotes to its social and cultural work. Among its priorities are cooperation with developing countries and promotion of higher education. “La Caixa”, based in Barcelona, is the leading European savings bank.
More details
Admissions Dates and Timeline
The 2010-11 master program application period will open shortly. Students planning to apply should read carefully all of the information in this section. Students should also review the specific information available for each of the Barcelona GSE’s master programs as well as the Admissions FAQ page.
The Barcelona GSE has a rolling admission policy so applications are accepted throughout the year. When the total number of places in a program is covered, no more applications will be reviewed for that program. (For example, last year the Economics program closed applications on May 15). Therefore all candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible to avoide getting closed out.
Due to visa processing time constraints, it is highly recommended that non-EU citizens submit completed applications by July 15, 2011.
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Scholarsip in Australia (Macquarie University)

Two full-time PhD scholarships are available immediately to one Australian and one international candidate to undertake research and join the Pharmacology group at the Australian School of Advanced Medicine (ASAM), Macquarie University.
The Pharmacology group has a broad interest in drugs useful for treating pain. We seek to understand how analgesics work at a cellular and molecular level, and how this effects the activity of neurons involved in sensing and responding to pain. Our major goal is to identify potential new targets for drug action. We use electrophysiological recording from neurons and cell lines expressing recombinant receptors and ion channels as well as a range of contemporary biochemical techniques to address these questions.
Students with a strong background in Pharmacology, Physiology or Cell Biology are encouraged to consider projects including the investigation of novel targets for endocannabinoid-related molecules, the cellular mechanisms of action of anti-migraine drugs and the identification of novel modulators of voltage gated calcium channels derived from venoms.
The scholarship will enable the student to be part of the vibrant ASAM team, whose work bears directly on a wide range of conditions involving the nervous system. ASAM is located in brand new facilities which are part of the Macquarie University Hospital precinct. A top-up is available above the Macquarie University PhD stipend level for suitably qualified candidates. International students are encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants should contact the principal supervisor, Professor Mark Connor, for further information, in the first instance; email mark.connor@asam.mq.edu.au Phone +61-2-9812 3544. Web: http://www.medicine.mq.edu.au/
The 2011 MQRES full-time stipend rate is $22,860 pa tax exempt for 3.5 years.
Applicants will need to complete a candidature/scholarship application form and arrange for two academic referee reports to be submitted to the Higher Degree Research Office. Refer to: http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/applications for further application instructions. Macquarie University will advise the successful applicant of entitlements at the time of scholarship offer.
Please quote the allocation reference numbers 2010302 & 2010303 on your application form.
Deadline: 31 January 2011
Source:
http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/scholarships/hdr_scholarships_domestic_and_international

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Scholarship in UK (The University of Cambridge)

Studentship for Doctoral Studies for EU/UK citizens
Study Subject:Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Employer:The University of Cambridge
Level: PhD
Scholarship Description: Geoengineering” solutions offer a potential strategy for mitigation of the effects of climate change. Solar radiation management through the injection of particles into the stratosphere is one such solution: the injection of sulfate particles as a consequence of volcanic eruptions has demonstrated the efficacy of this methodology. It is however desirable to engineer particles with superior properties to their natural analogues.
This project aims to address the nature of the optimum particle required through studying the adsorption and reactivity of gas molecules on particle surfaces. This has close parallels with the development of catalysts where understanding these processes is also of fundamental importance. To this end microbalance and other analytical techniques will be applied.
Additionally the apparatus used will be modified to operate at stratospherically relevant conditions. The project will run in close collaboration with a number of different partners including the Central Laser Facility (Harwell Science and Innovation Campus) where adsorption measurements on single particles constrained within optical tweezers will be conducted.
Scholarship Application Deadline: no later than 1 March 2011

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Scholarship in Singapore (MBA)

Management Development Scholarship (MDS) for Pursuing Full Time and Part Time MBA
Study Subject: MBA
Employer: SPRING
Level: Master’s
Scholarship Description: The Management Development Scholarship (MDS) aims to raise up the next generation of leaders for the trailblazer companies of tomorrow. Through a co-funding scholarship arrangement to pursue renowned graduate business programmes at leading local universities, MDS brings together the potent combination of promising young executives who have high leadership potential and dynamic, high-growth SMEs.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 January 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

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Scholarship in France (ESIEE Paris)

Post Doctoral Position in Digital Signal Processing for High Efficiency RF Transmitter, France

This position will take place at ESIEE Paris, LaMIPS, 2Bd Blaise Pascal, 93162 Noisy le grand, France
This position is related to research activities and will be under supervision of: C.Berland, c.berland[ at ]esiee.fr, O.Venard, o.venard[ at ]esiee.fr
This research team belongs to LaMIPS, Laboratoire commun NXP-CRISMAT, UMR 6508 CNRS ENSICAEN UCBN, Caen.
Description:
This position will last 20 months from february 2011 and will be funded. It will be held in the framework of the FP7-PEOPLE-2008-IAPP Par4CR project (Partnership for the Development of Cognitive Radio).

Par4CR brings together a consortium of seven major European players to perform a joint research programme and exchange knowledge on technologies crucial for the development of software-defined radio and cognitive radio. The overall goal of the research programme of Par4CR is to develop a new architecture for software defined radio as a step towards cognitive radio based on wideband operation of transmitter and receiver.
The foreseen research work will handle “system design transmitter concepts” and “implementation strategy of critical blocks transmitter”. Radiocommunication systems aim to increase their data rate by using more efficient modulation scheme which in turn exhibits high peak to average power ratio (PAPR). Such high PAPR signal decreases the power efficiency because of the needed back-off and increases the linearity requirement because of the swing of signal magnitude.
Among architectures proposed to accommodate the trade-off between power efficiency and linearity, one can quote: polar EER (Envelope Elimination and Restoration), LINC (LInear amplification with Non linear Components) and Cartesian Transmitter based on a Doherty PA or envelope tracking. Albeit those architectures offer significant improvement to process the modulated RF signal, they also have their own weaknesses and new technical challenges.
There are different approaches where Digital Signal Processing (DSP) could help to alleviate block and system impairments. Digital Signal Processing appears to be a “building block” for Software Defined Radio and then Cognitive Radio. One issue is then to develop suitable algorithms able to target both system level impairments mitigation and new approaches for Tx architecture.
Transmitter for SDR BTS must be able to handle multicarrier or simultaneous transmission of different standards, thus they require being wideband (either agile or switchable) and having high transmit power to fulfil stringent constraints regarding both transmission power and bandwidth.
Various architecture have to be revisited ranging from Cartesian (Doherty solutions, envelope tracking), LINC, or polar architecture Envelope Elimination and Restoration.
Key points about the added value of including signal processing in the transmit path will be to consider: predistortion correction, crest reduction factor, non linear modelisation of PA, High level modelisation of analog parts and Bandwidth of processing.
This post-doctoral position will require an expertise in the areas of transceivers architecture, digital signal processing and adaptive algorithms. Experience in implementation of algorithms on FPGAs and digital signal processors supplemented by knowledge in mobile radio communication systems will be valuable for this position.
You will have to analyze and evaluate such adaptive digital signal processing algorithms for radio communication transmitters, then target FPGA for their implementation and validation in a radio platform demonstrator.
This work will require a bibliographical study. It will use the communication system simulation framework, Agilent ADS, SystemVue and migration to Simulink for the FPGA DSP algorithm implementation.

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Scholarship in US (Baltimore)

Community Fellowship Program to Individuals Committed to Improving the Circumstances of Baltimore’s Underserved Communities
Study Subject: Public and Community Service Fields
Employer: OSI-Baltimore
Level: Entrepreneur
Scholarship Description: The Open Society Institute-Baltimore is accepting applications for its 2011 class of Community Fellows. OSI-Baltimore will award up to 10 fellowships to individuals committed to improving the circumstances of Baltimore’s underserved communities. Fellows will receive $48,750 over 18 months.
Through its Community Fellowships Program, OSI-Baltimore hopes to encourage more entrepreneurial individuals to join the public and community service fields and to promote initiatives that will empower struggling communities to improve the quality of life for residents. Since 1998, over 100 Community Fellows have applied their educational and professional experiences in innovative projects serving marginalized communities in Baltimore. Past fellows have made exceptional accomplishments in a wide variety of areas such as HIV awareness, community-managed open spaces, youth outreach, community art and juvenile justice.
Interested individuals may either apply for a fellowship to work under the auspice of a nonprofit organization or apply for a fellowship to work independently.
Scholarship Application Deadline: 21 March 2011
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Scholarsip in Germany (The Berlin Graduate School of Social Sciences)

The Berlin Graduate School of Social Sciences (BGSS) is calling for applications to its international Doctoral Program starting in October 2011
Study Subject: Social Sciences
Employer:Berlin Graduate School
Level: PhD
Scholarship Description: Research proposals should relate to the comparative analysis of the following research areas and topics. A combination of the following areas and topics is welcome:
Inclusion
-social inequality and well-being
-social protest and social conflict
-migration and cultural diversity
-the clash and the management of collective identities
Democracy
-performance of mature and young democracies
-processes of democratization, and the resilience of autocracy
-multilevel and multinational policy
-political institutions, political conflict, and the welfare state
Knowledge
-scientific knowledge in processes of policy-making
-the impact of science and religion on processes of inclusion and democratization
-communicating knowledge in public spheres
-the governance of science
Admission is based on academic excellence and is open to students with a Master’s degree or equivalent in the social sciences (sociology, political science and neighbouring disciplines). We expect a high-level knowledge of current theoretical debates in the social sciences and in-depth knowledge of either quantitative or qualitative techniques of social research as well as a commitment to empirical research. English proficiency at an academic level is assumed.
Doctoral researchers are awarded scholarships of up to 1200€/month for a maximum of 36 months, contingent on the successful completion of each year. Applicants with alternative funding are welcome; we provide incentives for applications for external funding.
Scholarship Application Deadline: January 3 to February 16, 2011.
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Postgraduate Scholarsip in Japan (UNU-ISP)

CECAR 2011 Spring courses
28 February to 25 March 2011 (Four weeks)
Postgraduate Courses on Building Resilience to Climate Change
UNU-ISP invites applications for the new intensive 4-week postgraduate programme on Building Resilience to Climate Change.

The United Nations University Institute for Sustainability and Peace (UNU-ISP), Tokyo, invites applications for the new intensive 4-week postgraduate programme on Building Resilience to Climate Change, developed under the framework of the University Network for Climate and Ecosystems Change Adaptation Research (UN-CECAR). UN-CECAR is a collaborative initiative of more than 20 leading universities across Asia, committed to develop post graduate educational and research programmes on climate and ecosystems change, adaptation and sustainability science. UNU-ISP acts as the UN-CECAR Secretariat.
The new courses, which will be conducted at UNU-ISP, will cover a range of issues on sustainability and adaptation to climate and ecosystems change. Topics include climate and atmospheric science, impacts assessment, climate and society, ecosystems resilience, risk and uncertainty, integrated solutions for mitigation and adaptation, mainstreaming adaptation into development planning and community-based adaptation. Students also will receive practical training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and in down-scaling rainfall forecasts.
Assessment will be based on a research paper, presentations, preparation for and participation in classes, and intermediate tests. The courses are practically-oriented and will be taught by highly qualified and diverse team of natural and social science scholars.
Target applicants:
* Students who are currently enrolled in a masters or Ph.D. programme, in any discipline, and
* who wish to deepen their knowledge on, and gain practical training in, building resilience to climate and ecosystems change, and
* who desire a future career as a climate change specialists.
Course Information
The programme runs for four weeks from 28 February to 25 March 2011. It is open to students who are currently enrolled in a university postgraduate programme and who have already identified their thesis topic prior to arriving in Japan; and young professionals with a university degree in various occupations in Japan and abroad.
Course 1 focuses on Science, Impacts and Vulnerability, and Course 2 focuses on Approaches to Adaptation. Students will also be provided training on geographic and climate models and software. Sufficient time will be allocated for students to also complete their research paper. A requirement for the research paper is that students must link their thesis topic to climate change.
Students who successfully complete the course will be awarded a certificate of completion and a transcript from UNU-ISP. Each course is designed to be worth 2 credits and comprises of 30 hours of teaching time. While a number of universities have negotiated credit transfer agreements with UNU-ISP, ultimately the decision on whether credits are transferrable will be made by the student’s university. Please note that the topics listed below may be subject to change.
Info detil : http://isp.unu.edu/grad/certificate/cecar/index.html

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PhD Scholarshp in Sweden (Royal Institute of Technology KTH)

PhD Student Positions in Networked Systems Security at Royal Institute of Technology KTH
KTH is the largest technical university in Sweden. Education and research cover a broad spectrum within natural sciences and engineering, as well as architecture, industrial engineering and management, urban planning, work science and environmental engineering. KTH has 13344 fulltime students, with 6955 at the Bachelor (first) level, 5545 at the Master (second) level, 1314 students at the doctoral studies (third) level, and 3900 employees.
The School of Electrical Engineering (EE), with twelve departments and three competence centers, holds an internationally prominent position in basic and applied research, and it offers high quality education in five main areas: Electrical Power Engineering, Fusion and Space Plasma Physics, Telecommunications and Networks, Information and Control Systems. The School of EE offers a dynamic, creative, international environment to its approx. 300 employees (34 professors, 40 senior researchers and lecturers, and 160 doctoral students), and it is located on the main KTH campus in central Stockholm, a diverse and multicultural city.
Within EE, the security of networked systems is recognized as an issue of strategic importance, with new related activities recently initiated, in particular the Security group within the Department of Communication Networks (LCN). Our work combines theoretical approaches and experimental work, with results published over the past eight years that have attracted the attention of the research community. We have investigated problems ranging from secure and fault-tolerant communication and secure positioning to designing new security architectures and to enhancing location privacy. Our mission is to create trustworthy networked systems.
Description
We invite applications for PhD research assistantships. We are looking for highly motivated individuals interested in pursuing research and graduate studies on the security of networked systems.
The positions will be with the Security group at LCN, and the successful applicants shall benefit from a network of collaborations in KTH and beyond. The Security group is internationally oriented and offers a stimulating and enjoyable working environment that favors diversity. The emphasis of the envisioned work shall be on design and analysis of secure and privacyenhancing protocols. Candidates with strong experimental/systems or theoretical profiles are encouraged to apply.
A PhD assistantship at KTH can extend to up to five (5) years, with 80% of the time devoted to research and 20% to teaching duties. The salary is set according to the standard agreements for PhD student employment at KTH. The starting dates are planned for the spring term of 2011. Page 1 of 3 KTH | PhD student positions: Networked Systems Security 2010-11-09 https://www-edit.sys.kth.se/preview/2.10/2.495/2.14595/2.21404/1.71444
Qualifications
Applicants must hold or be about to receive an MSc degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related area. Excellent academic credentials, written and spoken English proficiency, communication and team-work skills, and well-documented computing and communications background are expected.
Expertise in several of the following areas is required: computer security, mobile computing, networking, Internet security, wireless communications, distributed algorithms, programming languages, performance analysis, operating systems, simulation techniques and tools, software engineering, system and network programming. Demonstrated experience on security and privacy engineering will be an asset.
Application
Electronic submission and early applications are strongly recommended. The application must be written in English, in font not smaller than 10pt, and it should include:

1. Cover letter: a one-page summary of your application.
2. Curriculum vitae: a document of up to four (4) pages, including all your relevant academic, professional, and other achievements, experience, and knowledge.
3. Transcripts and degrees: official documents from your previously attended University-level institutions, with certified translations in English (unless provided so by the issuing institution).
4. Recommendation letters: Please arrange for at least two (2) recommendation letters to be received by the application deadline (as per the application submission instructions below). Please include detailed contact information for at least two (2) references (including the two you arranged for).
5. Statement of purpose: Please state why you wish to pursue a doctoral degree, what are your academic interests, how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Maximum two (2) pages long.
6. Representative publications or technical reports: Please provide up to two (2) documents, no longer than ten (10) pages each. For longer documents (e.g., theses), please provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.

Please set your email subject to “Application for the Security PhD assistantships – EE 2011”, address your email to Mrs. Liselott Sandahl and specify in the email body “Security group – LCN, EE, KTH”. You will receive an acknowledgement upon receipt of your application. Application via regular mail: (only if the electronic submission is impossible)

School of Electrical Engineering
Royal Institute of Technology KTH
Att: Kathy Hammar
Osquldas väg 10
0502@ee.kth.se

Application deadline: 26 February 2011
Employer’s reference: E-2010-0502
Contact
Prof. Panos Papadimitratos
Email: papadim@kth.se
Web page:
http://www.ee.kth.se/~papadim/
Trade union representative
Doktorander
Lars Abrahamsson
Phone: +46 8 790 70 58
Email: lars.abrahamsson@ee.kth.se
Source:
http://www.kth.se/om/work-at-kth/vacancies/phd-student-positions-networked-systems-security-1.71444?l=en_UK

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