Germany 12 PhD Fellowships in Microbial Communication

Jena School for Microbial Communication
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Jenergasse 8  
07743 Jena, Germany

The Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) is funded by the German Excellence Initiative. It conceptionally combines different research areas (microbial communities, interactions with plant, animal and human hosts and environmental interactions) to a comprehensive picture of microbial communication (www.jsmc.uni-jena.de).

JSMC is an ambitious Graduate School prospectively comprising 150 PhD students who will be educated in a structured, interdisciplinary training program based on top-level fundamental research. Four faculties of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena, six non-university research institutions as well as twelve partner companies are participating in this cutting edge research and training program which includes an innovative PhD program, career development and intensive sociocultural care. Three embedded existing Research Training Groups as well as twelve other cooperative research projects are engaged to incorporate novel research areas to achieve a complete view of microbial communication.

JSMC invites applications for 12 PhD Fellowships

We expect:

• a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural or Life Sciences (e.g., Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Medical Sciences, etc.). Candidates about to earn their degree are welcome to apply
• high motivation and interest to join one of the interdisciplinary research areas of JSMC
• creativity and interest to shape your own thesis project
• an integrative and cooperative personality
• very good communication skills in English (instruction language at JSMC)

We offer:

• a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research conditions
• a PhD stipend paid for 3 years according to the rules of the DFG (German Research Foundation) as well as generous research funding
• a comprehensive mentoring program with efficient supervision by a team of supervisors
• courses in novel technologies and soft skills
• Jena – the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively city with dynamic business activities, successful scientific centres of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich Schiller University

To apply, please acquaint yourself with the vacant PhD projects listed on this website. Then download, complete, and submit the ‘Statement of Interest’ form. Applications can only be considered upon receipt of the completed ‘Statement of Interest’ form submitted by email to apply-jsmc@uni-jena.de This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . DO NOT submit any additional documents at this point.

Deadline for submission of the ‘Statement of Interest’: April 6th, 2009.

Selected applicants will be invited to the JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, at the end of June, 2009. PhD fellowship awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter (July 2009).

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KFAS | Life Science Korea International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for Asians

KFAS, Korea International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for Asians | Korean Foundation for Advanced studies:

The International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for the year 2009-2010

The Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS)

The purpose of the International Scholar Exchange Fellowship is to enhance international exchange and cooperation in order to promote academic advancement and mutual understanding among various cultural groups. To this end, the Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies supports academically qualified scholars who wish to conduct advanced research at leading universities or research institutions in Korea.

1. Fields of Research

• Humanities and social sciences
• Energy related fields: petrochemical engineering and related fields
• Information science and technology: electrical engineering, telecommunications, computer science and related fields
• Life Science

2. Number of Supported Fellows

• Approximately 50 fellows per year

3. Qualifications

• University faculty members and institution researchers from Asian countries
• Those who are 50 years of age or younger, as of submission deadline
• Those who have a doctoral degree

4. Application Materials

• Application form (Online application)
• Statement of Proposed Activity
• Three letters of recommendation (form provided by the Foundation)
• Typical research performance: 2 books, or 2 research papers, or 1 book and 1 research paper

5. Details of Financial Support

• 2,200,000 won per month (26,400,000 won per year)
• 1,000,000 won after successfully submitting a final research paper at the
end of the fellowship period • Initial settlement support: 1,000,000 won
(one time payment)
• Round trip airfare
• Medical insurance
- National health insurance upon request - Overseas traveller’s insurance

6. Schedule

• Application deadline: February 14, 2009
• Announcement of results: March 31, 2009

Contact Information

The Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies
678-39, Yoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu
Seoul 135-915, Korea
Tel : 82-2-557-5681 Fax : 82-2-557-5684
Email: isef@kfas.or.kr http://www.kfas.or.kr

For any further queries contact

Dean, International Relations
First Floor, Conference Centre
University of Delhi, Delhi – 110 007.
Tel : 27667771
Email: dean_ir@du.ac.in

 

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UK Life and Health Sciences International Scholarships 2009-2010 | Ashton university

UK Life and Health Sciences International Scholarships 2009-2010 | Ashton university:

International Scholarships

School of Life and Health Sciences is pleased to announce Scholarship Scheme for international students who apply for 2009/10 academic year. Scholarships are of £1,250 in value to help with the cost of tuition fees and are available for any of the following undergraduate programmes:

• BSc Biomedical Sciences
• BSc Biology
• MPharm Pharmacy  
• BSc Optometry
• BSc Psychology

These are regional-based scholarships available to students from the following areas:

• East Asia
• South Asia
• South East Asia
• Russia and Central Asia
• Middle East and Gulf States
• Africa
• South America and Mexico

Please note that there is no special application process for the award. All eligible applicants will be considered for the scholarship and they will be informed about it in their offer letter. You do not need to apply for this scholarship.

Conditions

1. Scholarships are only available for international students who are self-funded and classed as “overseas” for tuition purposes.

2. Eligible candidates must hold either a conditional or unconditional offer for one of the listed programmes.

3. Scholarships will be allocated to applicants with outstanding academic results.

4. Scholarships are for each year of undergraduate study for a maximum of four years. In order to retain the scholarship for next academic year, students have to pass all modules. Scholarships are not available for foundation or placement years.

5.  The decision of the School of Life and Health Sciences Scholarship Panel is final.

School of Life and Health Sciences                                                                                               Aston University
Aston Triangle
Birmingham, B4 7ET UK                                                                                                            E-mail: lhsadmissions@aston.ac.uk

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