France Masters/PhD International Scholarship Programme 2009

France Masters/PhD International Scholarship Programme 2009:

ENS de Cachan – International Scholarship Programme

International Scholarship Programme of the Ecole Normale Supérieure de Cachan

REGULATIONS

A. Presentation and aims

1) The Ecole Normale Supérieure de Cachan (ENS de Cachan) has implemented a Scholarship Programme aimed at foreign students who are currently studying or have studied and obtained their latest diploma outside of France.

2) This programme is aimed at students wishing to apply for a second year Research Master (RM2) or for a PhD in order to follow or pursue their research training in one of the departments or laboratories of the ENS de Cachan. Priority is given to students who wish to undertake a complete second year of Research Master or a joint PhD (“cotutelle”).

3) The grant amounts to 1000 euros/month.

4) These grants are awarded for a minimum period of one semester (six months) and a maximum period of 12 months not renewable*.

Grants at the Master level:

· Grants are awarded for a period of 10 months to students applying for a whole academic year to carry out a Research Master (RM2). All ENS de Cachan master programmes are concerned, except the Design master programme and the Economics and Management master programme.

· Grants are awarded for a period of 6 months to students applying for one semester of study or research.

Grants at the PhD level:

· Grants are awarded for a period of 12 months to students applying for a whole academic year to carry out research in one of the ENS de Cachan laboratories. All ENS de Cachan research laboratories are concerned.

· Grants are awarded for a period of 6 months to students applying for one semester to carry out research in one of the ENS de Cachan laboratories. All ENS de Cachan research laboratories are concerned.

· In some case, especially for joint PhDs, 12 month grants may be awarded, upon decision of the jury, for two 6 month periods running through two consecutive academic years.

B. Conditions of participation

Required diplomas:
· For admission in a second year of Research Master (RM2), candidates must justify of a 1st year of Master degree (M1 equivalent to 60 European ECTS credits, at Master level) or an equivalent diploma recognised by ENS de Cachan.
· For research training, candidates must justify of minimum a 1st year of Master degree (M1 equivalent to 60 European ECTS credits, at Master level) or an equivalent diploma recognised by ENS de Cachan.
· For admission at PhD level, candidates must justify of a Master degree recognised by ENS de Cachan or be registered as a PhD student in a higher education institution.

Language skills:

· A good knowledge of the French language is required for students applying for a complete academic year in a Research Master level 2.

Age:
· For RM2 level admission, candidates must be less than 26 years old when starting their training at ENS de Cachan.
· For PhD level admission, candidates must be less than 28 years old when starting their training at ENS de Cachan or when they registered in PhD.

Country:
This Scholarship Programme is open to students of all nationalities. However, priority is given to candidates from European countries, Brazil, Canada, India, Japan, Mexico, the United States.

Are not eligible:
· Foreign candidates who are registered, in view of obtaining a diploma, in a French higher education institution.
· Candidates who have already been awarded another grant for the same period.
· Previous years’ grant holders*.

* In some case, especially for joint PhDs, 12 month grants may be awarded, upon decision of the jury, for two 6 months periods running through two consecutive academic years.

C. Registration, status and diploma
· Grant-holders admitted for a whole academic year as RM2 at the ENS de Cachan will be registered as ENS de Cachan regular students and may obtain credits and the Master diploma of the ENS de Cachan.
· Grant-holders admitted within the framework of a joint PhD: the joint PhD agreement governs the status of the student.
· Other grant-holders will be given the status of students of the international programme of ENS de Cachan, and according to their situation and the appreciation of the selection committee, will either be registered in a study programme and may obtain a Master diploma, or a research traineeship agreement will be signed between ENS de Cachan and their home institution prior to their registration at ENS de Cachan.
· All grant-holders will sign a grant-agreement with the ENS de Cachan.
All travel expenses will be borne by the grant-holder (registration fees, library fees, health insurance, accommodation, transport, etc.).

D. Selection criteria
- Quality of the candidate’s academic career (honours, ranking, duration of career)
- Quality of the scientific project
- French language skills (essential at the RM2 level) and/or English language skills
ENS de Cachan – International Scholarship Programme

E. Selection procedure
The selection procedure takes place in two stages. Candidates are invited to read carefully the following instructions.

Stage I – Pre-selection
Candidates pre-selected at Stage 1 will receive an e-mail before February 28th, 2009 that will give them access to the appropriate application materials for final selection.
Stage 2 – Selection
Mailing address:

Ecole Normale Supérieure de Cachan
Relations internationales
61, Avenue du Président Wilson
94235 Cachan cedex – France
E-mail: bourse.internationale@ens-cachan.fr

Candidates are required to send by e-mail (preferably) or by regular mail their application file, composed of:
• a letter of intention, specifying at the RM2 level the choice of Master and/or research training in a laboratory, at the PhD level the choice of laboratory and research project
• a detailed CV retracing the academic career with the course programme followed and the results (rank and marks) since entry at university

Application deadline: January 31st, 2009

Candidates pre-selected at stage 1 above and who have received a notification by e-mail of their preselection, must send by post a complete application in 2 copies, comprising the following documents:
• a detailed study programme and/or research programme established with:
a) the head of the laboratory at ENS de Cachan for research training or PhD students
or
b) the head of the academic department at ENS de Cachan for RM2 students
• the application form duly filled (send by e-mail to pre-selected students)

Application deadline: April 27th, 2009

Further Info

European Scholarships for Masters Program in Animal Breeding & Genetics

European Scholarships for Masters Program in Animal Breeding & Genetics:

European Master in Animal Breeding and Genetics

The European Master in Animal Breeding and Genetics (EM-ABG) offers high quality training, both in terms of scientific knowledge and didactic skills, provided by six excellent university groups within the EU. The EM-ABG is a response to the need for highly qualified graduates in the internationally operating area of animal breeding and genetics.

Erasmus Mundus MSc programme

Why choose this programme?

If you are well motivated and interested in animal breeding,
statistical genetics and genomics, and you have completed a
BSc or equivalent degree in Animal Science or related fields
and have good knowledge in English, then the EM-ABG is
perfect for you.

The application deadline for joining the EM-ABG course is
January 15th for students applying for an Erasmus Mundus
scholarship. May 1st is the deadline for students who want to
participate in the course in the upcoming academic year
without scholarship.

What will you gain?

The EM-ABG is a two-year MSc programme which starts with
an orientation period for all students in Wageningen.
Subsequently, you will conduct the major part of the training
at two of the participating universities of your choice which
offers you the opportunity to have access to a broad range of
subjects. Successful students are awarded two nationally
recognized masters degrees (double degree). Graduates will
be able to contribute to the development of sustainable
animal breeding, in and outside Europe, in a national branch
in their country or an international breeding organization.

Which universities are involved?

The European Master in Animal Breeding and Genetics is
accepted by the European Union as an Erasmus Mundus
MSc programme for a five-year period that started in 2007.
The universities participating in the EM-ABG are:

• Wageningen University (the Netherlands)
• University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences
(Austria)
• Christian-Albrechts-Universität (Germany)
• AgroParisTech (France)
• Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (Sweden)
• The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (Norway).

These groups have a long tradition of collaboration and a
strong profile in the area of Animal Breeding and Genetics,
as well as a wide international experience. Moreover,
representatives of seven international organisations have
joined the International Advisory Board which advices the
Consortium on the development of the course.

Fees and Funding?

For European students the tuition fee is € 2,000 per
academic year while for third-country students the tuition fee
is € 8,000 per academic year. EU-funded scholarships
(covering fees and living expenses) are available for non-EU
students and scholars (outstanding academic and/or
professional experience) participating in the EM-ABG.
For European students there may be a possibility to make
use of Erasmus-Socrates exchange and scholarships provided
by the EM-ABG Consortium. For more information, visit our
website www.emabg.wur.nl.

Important Dates

January 15th
Application deadline for students applying for Erasmus
Mundus scholarship.
May 1st
Application deadline for students who want to
participate in the programme in the upcoming
academic year, without Erasmus Mundus scholarship.

More information

For more information and application:
EM-ABG Secretary
Animal Breeding and Genomics Centre
Wageningen University
PO Box 338,
NL 6700 AH Wageningen, the Netherlands
+31 (0) 317 482335
emabg@wur.nl
www.emabg.eu
coordinator: Prof. dr. Johan A.M. van Arendonk

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Molecular Plant Biology Graduate Research Assistantships @ Colorado State University

Molecular Plant Biology Graduate Research Assistantships @ Colorado State University, USA:

The Program in Molecular Plant Biology (PMPB), a Program of Research and Scholarly Excellence (PRSE) at Colorado State University, is offering Graduate Research Assistantships to highly motivated Ph. D. applicants interested in Molecular Plant Biology.

The PMPB is an interdepartmental program with about 30 faculty members from four departments in two different colleges (College of Agricultural Science and College of Natural Sciences).

Researchers in the PMPB investigate fundamental and applied questions in plant biology using molecular approaches. Together, they have the expertise and a strong reputation in all areas of molecular plant biology. The participating faculty members are highly interactive and have research programs funded by various federal, state and international agencies. The questions asked cover the entire field of experimental plant biology including biochemistry, biofuels, biotechnology, breeding, cell signaling, cell biology, clean energy, developmental biology, evolution, genetics, host-microbe interactions, infectious diseases, pathology, photosynthesis, physiology, phytoremediation, rhizosphere biology, systematics, synthetic biology and stress physiology. In addition to fundamental research, several research groups are engaged in research that may lead to the development of plants with useful new traits in crop plants.

Genomic, proteomic and metabolomic approaches are integrated in these research programs.

Colorado State University is located at the foot of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, in the town of Fort Collins, which enjoys one of the best climates in the USA and is a perennial in the top 10 best places to live. Geographically and scientifically PMPB is in the perfect environment for exciting research in plant biology.

All students in the program are required to rotate through three laboratories prior to choosing a home lab. At the end of the first year, students select their advisors from any of four departments in two colleges. During the first year, students in the program are offered a research assistantship and tuition. To provide teaching experience, a number of teaching assistantships are offered through different departments. Students in the PMPB will benefit from the highly active and interactive group of plant faculty and the state-of- the art facilities to conduct cutting-edge science in molecular plant biology.

For additional information about this program visit www.plantbiology.colostate.edu/

To apply please visit our web site http://www.plantbiology.colostate.edu/Admissions/

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 15TH, 2009.

Top applicants will be invited to visit CSU during our recruitment week in February 2009.

Microbial Ecology PhD Position @ Uppasala, Sweden

Microbial Ecology PhD Position @ Uppasala, Sweden:

Uppsala University
Box 256, SE-75105
Uppsala, Sweden

PhD position in microbial ecology

at the Department of ecology and evolution/limnology

Project description: The major aim of the PhD project is to study the effect of environmental disturbances on the composition of bacterial communities. Particular focus will be placed on the investigation of community assembly patterns and mechanisms in temporal habitats where disturbances, such as draught and other environmental changes, occur frequently. In addition, the project will address the resistance and resilience of bacterial communities and how they are related to the strength and frequency of a disturbance. Approaches will include field studies and lab- as well as field experiments. The project also requires the application of a range of molecular techniques to characterize the bacterial community composition. The results of this project will improve our knowledge about the regulating factors of microbial diversity and the responses of microbial communities to environmental change and perturbations.

The position will be placed within the Limnology programme at the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Uppsala University http://www.ebc.uu.se/limno/.

Qualifications: We are looking for a highly motivated candidate that is interested in working at the interface between general and microbial ecology. Applicants are requested to have a BSc or MSc in biology or a related field and should have a background in ecology or microbial ecology. Previous experience in the application of molecular methods will be considered an advantage, but is not required.

Applications (1 copy) should include a brief description of research interests and past research experience, Curriculum vitae and the name and contact information of 2 personal references. Relevant publications (articles, BSc / MSc thesis or similar) should be attached to the application. Applicants are also asked to indicate the earliest feasible starting date of employment in the application.

For appointment as PhD student it is required that the PhD student is accepted to the researcher's education. The position may include departmental duties at a level of at most 20% (typically teaching). Local guidelines for the salary class are applicable. Starting date as soon as possible.

For further information about the position, please contact Silke Langenheder, e-mail: silke.langenheder@ebc.uu.se, phone: +46 18 471 6487. The trade union representatives are Anders Grundström, SACO , phone +46 18 471 5380, Carin Söderhäll, TCO/ST, phone +46 18 471 1996 and Stefan Djurström, SEKO, phone: +46 18 471 3315. Local salary guidelines are applicable.

Please submit your application to Registrator, UFV-PA 2008/2947 Uppsala University, Box 256, SE-75105 Uppsala, Sweden, or e-mail;mailto:registrator@uu.sebefore January 7, 2009. If an application is sent by fax or e-mail, it has to be completed by a written application within a week's time after the deadline of the application period.

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CCMB-Deakin University (Australia) PhD Fellowships 2009

CCMB-Deakin University (Australia) PhD Fellowships 2009:

CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (CCMB)
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Uppal Road, Hyderabad 500 007

Two Ph. D. Fellowships available at CCMB, Hyderabad

The Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) Hyderabad, India and Deakin University, Geeland (Australia), have started a collaborative program on mammary gland function and hematopoeitic stem cells.

Under this program, two fellowships for registering Ph.D. students at Deakin University, Australia are available through CCMB from February 15, 2009.

Each fellowship shall be for a period of 3 years initially and it will be extendable for the fourth year if required. Selected candidates shall receive a stipend of AUD 5000 per year which is equivalent to approximately Rs.1,60,000/-. CCMB shall provide the hostel facilities to the candidates if needed.

The selected candidates would also be required to go to Geelong (Australia) to carry out experiments related to the Projects, for a period of no more than two months every year for which, travel expenses and additional living expenses shall be provided.

1. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria (listed below) should send their applications along with attested photocopies of their educational qualifications and a one page write up about their interest in applying for this Fellowship, on or before 31 December 2008 in the prescribed proforma available on the CCMB website www.ccmb.res.in (which can be downloaded), to the Controller of Administration, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Uppal Road, Hyderabad – 500007.

2. Eligibility Criteria: Candidates should have completed their Master’s or B. Tech./B.E. degree from a recognized university in India in any of the subjects related to Life Sciences or Chemical Sciences i.e. Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc.

The candidate should have cleared all the exams from High School up to the Master’s/BE/B.Tech level in First Class scoring above 70% marks in the final exams.

Preference shall be given to candidates have cleared either the GATE, CSIR/UGC NET or the ICMR JRF exam. However, in case the candidate joins this fellowship he/she shall not be able to avail of the GATE, CSIR/UGC or ICMR fellowships.

3. Upper age limit is 28 years and is relaxable upto 5 years in case of SC/ST/OBC/Women/Physiclly Handicapped candidates. Upper age limit will be reckoned as on 31.12.2008

4. INTERVIEWS: All the applications will be screened and the list of candidates found to be suitable for interview will be posted on the CCMB website on 28.1.2009.

Candidates found suitable should appear for interview on 19th February, 2009 at 8.30 AM sharp at CCMB, Hyderabad. No separate call letter for interview will be issued.

5. Travelling allowance is not payable by CCMB and candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay, etc. at Hyderabad.

6. Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification would not automatically entitle a person to be called for the interview. The decision of the Centre in regard to the candidates to be called for interview shall be final. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.

Deakin-CCMB Project

Application form

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MDC, Germany 20 Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Molecular Cell Biology - 2009

MDC, Germany 20 Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Molecular Cell Biology - 2009:

Max-Delbrück-Centrum für Molekulare Medizin (MDC)
Berlin-Buch
Robert-Rössle-Str. 10
13092 Berlin Germany

20 Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Molecular Cell Biology: the 2009

At the moment there are four PhD programmes:

• International PhD Programme 'Molecular Cell Biology' (more)
• International Helmholtz Research School 'Molecular Neurobiology' (MolNeuro) (more)
• International Helmholtz Research School 'Translational Cardiovascular & Metabolic Medicine' (TransCard) (more)
• MDC - NYU PhD Programme 'Medical Systems Biology' (more)

Application Round is Now Open! Apply by Monday, 19th of January, 2009 using this link

TATA Scholarships for Indians to Study Abroad 2009-10

TATA Scholarships for Indians to Study Abroad 2009-10:

THE J.N. TATA ENDOWMENT for the Higher Education of Indians SCHOLARSHIPS 2009-2010

“..to lift up the best and most gifted…”

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the J. N. TATA ENDOWMENT LOAN
SCHOLARSHIPS for the academic year 2009 –2010 for higher studies abroad in all disciplines and subjects. Selected scholars may also qualify for gift awards.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE ?

Applicants who are :
I) Indian nationals; and
II) (a) graduates of a recognized Indian university with a consistently good academic record; or
(b) students in the final year of the degree course; or
(c) mid-career professionals planning to go abroad for further research, specialization or training

At the time of submitting the completed applications, candidates need not have the admission / offer letters from the universities to which they have applied for the academic year 2009-2010.

HOW TO APPLY ?

Prescribed application forms will be available from the Administrative Office of the Endowment at Mulla House, 51 M.G. Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001 from December 8, 2008 to February 16, 2009.

The application fee of Rs.100/- can be paid in cash or by a Money Order on which the full name and address is to be mentioned to enable the Endowment to send the form.
Completed application forms should reach the office of the Endowment not later than February 27, 2009.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

After the initial screening of applications, candidates will be short listed for an interview in person by subject experts. The final selection will be made on the basis of the interview which will be held in Mumbai between March and June 2009.

Further info about TATA Scholarships for Studies Abroad 2009-10