International PhD Program in Psychology and Social Neurosciences, Rome

Seven Ph.D. student positions are available to enrol in the International and European Ph.D. program in Psychology and Social Neurosciences, curriculum in Cognitive Social and Affective Neurosciences (CoSAN), led by Prof. Salvatore Maria Aglioti, La Sapienza University of Rome.

Eligibility
We seek highly-motivated applicants with a strong interest in system neuroscience and cognitive social and affective functions holding an undergraduate degree in disciplines related to the CoSAN programme including but not limited to Psychology, Biology, Neuroscience, Engineering, Statistics, Informatics. Candidates must hold their degree by October 31st 2011.

At least 1 out of the 7 positions reserved for an applicant with computer graphics and virtual environment programming skills

Duration
The Ph.D. Programme lasts three years and may be extended to a fourth year (without fellowship), subject to approval by the PhD steering committee. At the end of each year students' work is evaluated prior to admission to the following year.

Fundings
FELLOWSHIPS La Sapienza University of Rome grants 4 Ph.D. fellowships for attaining the degree of “Dottore di Ricerca” (Ph.D.) in the CoSAN PhD curriculum. Each fellowship amounts to € 13.638,47 per year, for a total of 3 years. Fellowship include the national insurance (INPS) contributions that Ph.D. students are required to pay (8,58% for 2011). The 4 fellowships are available for the 4 most valuable students (based on Phase 2 selection final score) who enter the CoSAN curriculum.

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2012 Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program for Public Policy and Taxation, Japan

The Graduate School of Economics announced scholarship for students from developing countries study of tax administration and related areas, Japan -2012

Study Subject(s): Public Policy and Taxation
Course Level: Master’s
Scholarship Provider: Graduate School of Economics, Japan’s National Tax Agency and the World Bank
Scholarship can be taken at: Japan

Eligibility:
Applicants should:
1. be between the age of 25 and 45;
2. be nationals of a World Bank borrowing member country;
3. be mid-career professionals in public service;
4. be of good character, a team player and active in extracurricular activities;
5. hold, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a development-related field; and
6. have at least four years of recent full-time professional experience in a field related to economic development or public policy, in the applicant’s home country or in another developing country

Scholarship Description: The World Bank annually awards five scholarships to the PPT program. The first level of screening of candidates will be done at Yokohama National University. The final decision regarding scholarship recipients will be made by the World Bank.

How to Apply: By Post

Scholarship Application Deadline: September 30, 2011

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Senior Research Fellowship in Reproductive Health at University of Edinburgh, UK

University of Edinburgh funded Senior Research Fellowship in Reproductive Health, UK

Study Subject(s): Reproductive Health
Course Level: Research
Scholarship Provider: University of Edinburgh, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility:
-The post requires a committed, enthusiastic and creative individual who is seeking an opportunity to establish an independent research group.
-The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. and significant post doctoral experience in a discipline relevant to the mission of the Centre.
-The post holder should have extensive experience of relevant model systems including cell, tissue and animal models with evidence of an appreciation of the translational potential of their research.
-The post holder is expected to have good organizational and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to work independently and to prioritise tasks appropriately and willingness to carry out routine tasks are important.
-Experience of managing a project and of supervision of staff or students is essential.
-Some experience of knowledge transfer (including intellectual property management)

Scholarship Description: Applications are invited for a Senior Research Fellow in Reproductive Health to plan and lead a programme of high quality research relevant to one of the core themes of the Centre including management of technical staff and resources, with the aim of developing a research portfolio and achieving publication of research outcomes in high impact journals.
This post is a fixed term appointment for 2 years and during which the post holder will be expected to obtain independent funding in order to continue their research within the Centre.

How to Apply: Online

Scholarship Application Deadline: 04-Aug-2011

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2012-2013 Fulbright Specialist Program for Indian, USA

Fulbright Specialist Program provides an opportunity to Indian universities and institutions of higher learning to collaborate with the US faculty and professionals, USA

Study Subject(s):Various
Course Level:Teacher
Scholarship Provider: USIEF, USA
Scholarship can be taken at: USA

Eligibility:
-Present lectures at graduate and undergraduate levels
-Participate in or lead seminars or workshops at overseas academic institutions
-Conduct needs assessments, surveys, institutional or programmatic research
-Take part in specialized academic programs and conferences
-Consult with administrators and instructors of post-secondary institutions on faculty development
-Develop and/or assess academic curricula or educational materials
-Conduct teacher-training programs at the tertiary level

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: India

Scholarship Description: Fulbright Specialist Program provides an opportunity to Indian universities and institutions of higher learning to collaborate with the US faculty and professionals. In addition to sharing their expertise, Specialists can help develop linkages between host institutions and US institutions. Host institutions must be degree-granting, post-secondary academic institutions, comparable to US colleges or universities in order to promote an important program goal of fostering linkages between US and Indian academic institutions of higher education. Additionally, institutions that provide an educational focus to their programming will also be considered. Such hosts may include government-related institutions, cultural institutions, medical institutions and research organizations/think tank

How to Apply: By post

Scholarship Application Deadline: September 30, 2011

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Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSANZ) Research Scholarship, Australia

Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand funded Research scholarship for the applicants of Australia and NewZealand  in the field of Cardiovascular disease in Australia -2011

Study Subject(s): Cardiovascular disease and related disorders
Course Level: Research
Scholarship Provider: The Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSANZ)
Scholarship can be taken at: Australia

Eligibility:
Applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
1. be a Member of the CSANZ;
2. be a permanent resident in Australia or New Zealand;
3. research to be carried out in either Australia or New Zealand;
4. not previously been the recipient of the CSANZ Research Scholarship;
5. enrolled full-time for a PhD (or equivalent research degree) based on the work of the scholarship.

Scholarship Description: The Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand invites applications for research scholarships which are intended to enable CSANZ Members to undertake a period of training in research under the full-time supervision of a nominated responsible investigator. Scholarships are awarded for research into cardiovascular disease and related disorders.

How to Apply: Online or by Post

Scholarship Application Deadline: 23 September 2011

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IADR John Clarkson Fellowship in Public Dental Health, USA 2012

The IADR invites applications from post doctoral investigators for a sponsored Fellowship in Public Dental Health. It is intended that the fellow will spend up to six months at a research facility outside his/her institution and/or country studying aspects of public dental health of relevance to his/her country.

The subject of public dental health is intended in its broadest context, i.e., health services research, epidemiology, prevention, diagnostics, health promotion, etc. The Fellowship is in honor of John Clarkson, who served as Executive Director of IADR/AADR from 1990-97.

Purpose:

To allow investigators to obtain training and experience in public dental health at a center of excellence.

Eligibility:

The candidate must:
(1) hold a degree in dentistry or in a scientific discipline (dental, masters, or PhD, degrees);
(2) be a member of IADR and actively engaged in research in public dental health.

Research Topic: Public Dental Health

Applications:

Applications should be made individually and should include the following details:

(1) name, address, current place of work, and position;
(2) IADR Division/Section membership;
(3) full curriculum vitae and reprints of three relevant publications;
(4) references from two recognized scientists and the principal Dean/Chair of the institution where the applicant is employed]; and
(5) an outline by the applicant describing how his/her experience and interests qualify him/her as a candidate for the Fellowship (no more than 3 single-spaced pages), including:

• detailed description of the subject areas to be covered in the training program,
• practical use to which the training acquired would be put,
• proposed duration and dates of the Fellowship,
• institutes and country it is proposed to visit,
• reasons for selection of particular institutes(s),
• previous Fellowships/awards, and
• detailed budget for program.

Sponsorship:

The Fellowship is funded by a generous donation from the IADR Institutional Section and individual members. The Fellow will receive funding for accommodation, subsistence, and travel (up to $15,000) following approval.

Implementation:

The Fellowship may begin following the announcement of the successful Fellow and should be completed within 18 months. The Fellow will be responsible for organizing the Fellowship program. This will include contacting the institution where the training is to take place, confirming the institution's agreement to accepting the Fellow(s), and making all the necessary on-site arrangements. A statement will be obtained from responsible individual(s) at the host institution that they are willing to accept the Fellow and willing to bear any research or laboratory costs involved. The Fellow will confirm these arrangements with IADR Global Headquarters prior to receiving any funding.

Reporting:

On completion of the training program, the Fellow will provide a report to his/her IADR Division/Section and the IADR Board of Directors.

Applications are sent electronically to Sheri S. Herren, Institutional Liaison, Grants and Awards Manager at sherren@iadr.org.

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Erasmus Mundus Scholarships for 3rd Country Students, Denmark Pædagogiske University School Aarhus University, Denmark

The European Commission offers a limited number of Erasmus Mundus Category A scholarships for 3rd country (non-EU) students. A Category A scholarship is €48,000 which covers two-year tuition fee of Euro 16,000 and living allowances to study the MALLL programme.

Category A scholarships can be awarded to students from all countries other than the 27 EU member states and EEA/EFTA states: Iceland, Lichtenstein and Norway. Furthermore, you must comply with the 12 months rule: You must not be a resident nor have carried out main your activity (studies, work, leisure time etc.) for more than a total of 12 months over the last five years in one of these countries.

To find out if your contry is considered to be a 'third-country', please use the following link: European Member States

Deadline

The deadline for Erasmus Mundus scholarship applications for the academic year 2012-2013 is:

• 16 January 2011

Application

• Application form (will be available before the end of June 2011)
• Guidelines

Your application including the following documents must arrive at the Danish School of Education in Copenhagen by the above deadline:

• Application form
• Certified copies of academics transcripts (translated into English)
• EUROPASS CV
• English language proficiency test certificate
• An academic qualification essay based on research literature on any aspect of lifelong learning
• One passport-size photograph (in an envelope)
• Two recommendation letters from former/current supervisors of which one must be academic referee.

Application results

• The applicants, who are not selected for the scholarships, receive notification by email in March.
• The scholarship applicants on the main list and reserve list receive the final results of their applications in late April /early May  after the Consortium has received the final approval on selection from the European Commission.
• When a main list student withdraws, he/she is replaced by the first eligible candidate on the reserve list. In this particular case, the eligibility criterion concerns the nationality of the reserve list candidate and the rule concerning the presence of a maximum of two nationals from the same country among the scholarship holders for a given category. If there are already two other students with the same nationality on the main list, the consortium will have to take the next eligible candidate respecting its own ranking list (European Commission's regulations).

Tuition fee

• The tuition fee for third-country students for the two-year programme is €16,000.

Mobility tracks for batch 6 (2011-2013)

In the academic year 2011-2012, all MALLL students in batch 6 will study the first year at the Institute of Education, University of London. European students can opt to study one module of the second semester in July-August 2012 at Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia. The third semester will be at Deusto University, Spain. For the fourth semester, students can choose between the three European universities to write thesis. 

Mobility tracks for batch 7 (2012-2014)

In the academic year 2012-2014, all MALLL students with Erasmus Mundus in batch 7 will study the first year at the Danish School of Education in Copenhagen, Denmark. European students can opt to study one module of the second semester in July-August 2013 at Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne, Australia. The third semester will be at Deusto University, Spain. For the fourth semester, students can choose between the three European universities to write thesis.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION:
Please note that the number of applications by third country students must be limited to three Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses maximum.
In the eventual case that a student applies to more than three EM Courses he/she will be excluded from the selection for an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
In addition, only individuals who have not previously benefitted from an Erasmus Mundus scholarship are eligible to apply. Applicants are asked to sign a declaration confirming that they have not previously received an Erasmus Mundus scholarship in the Scholarship Application Form.

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