Asia Pacific Scholarship Consortium
The Asia Pacific Scholarship Consortium is an informal network of universities in Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia and the Philippines that aims to facilitate scholarships in high quality postgraduate courses for individuals from Myanmar, Cambodia and Lao PDR who require financial support to study and who demonstrate both academic and professional excellence and potential to become leaders in the following fields:
• Community Health
• Development
• Education
• Environment
• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Media
• Policy & Administration
• Social Work
All applications must be submitted by December 1,. No late applications will be accepted.
Successful students will study at prestigious international universities in Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines. Scholars will undertake masters degrees by coursework. Scholars must complete the course within the specified time period on a full time basis.
INTERNSHIPS: Successful students will be eligible to apply for an APSC Graduate Internship. Interns will be placed in organizations and institutions within the Southeast Asian region for a period of three months, so as to further develop skills acquired during formal degree study. The following costs will be covered under the award at a basic level:
• Academic tuition and mandatory fees for the duration of the course, including examination and thesis costs.
• A monthly stipend for room and board, and living expenses sufficient for a single student. There will be no support for students' families.
• Accident and sickness insurance during the program
• Support for educational supplies and materials.
• Transport for the student to travel one time from their home to the campus and to return at the end of the program.
• All costs related to securing and maintaining a student visa for the duration of study.
• Professional development fund available to cover support for academic development such as attendance of academic conferences or subscription to journals.
• A research fund will be available on a competitive basis for students who wish to undertake thesis research in their home country.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must:
• hold an undergraduate degree at the time of application deadline with an excellent academic record;
• be a resident of Myanmar, Cambodia or Lao PDR;
• have experience working in at least one of the fields listed above for development in their home country;
• be proficient in English;
• be committed to returning to their home country after completion of the program to continue their work.
The application materials required for this program are as follows:
1. APSC Scholarship Application*.
2. One academic letter of reference (using the APSC Reference Form*).
3. One professional letter of reference (using the APSC Reference Form*).
4. Scanned copies of all previous educational transcripts (or an explanation as to why these are unavailable).
5. Scanned copy of your passport page (if available).
6. Scanned copies of any official English language exams you have taken, such as TOEFL or IELTS (if available).
To apply or request more information please contact apsconsortium@gmail.com or write to us at: PO Box 196, Chiang Mai University Post Office, Chiang Mai, 50202, Thailand
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10/5/09
7/19/09
Smith Fellows 2010
Smith Fellows 2010 Call for Proposals Announced
The Society for Conservation Biology is pleased to solicit applications for
the David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship Program. These two year
post-doctoral fellowships enable outstanding early-career scientists to
improve and expand their research skills while directing their efforts
towards problems of pressing conservation concern for the United States.
Each Fellow is mentored by both an academic sponsor who encourages the
Fellow’s continued development as a conservation scientist, and a
conservation practitioner who helps to connect the Fellow and her/his
research to practical conservation challenges.
Fellows will spend up to four weeks per year during their fellowship
attending orientation and training events. These offerings provide
opportunities to cultivate professional networks and to gain better
understanding of applied research needs. Fellows will participate as a group
in three or more of these Program-sponsored meetings, conferences, or
professional development events each year.
The Program especially encourages individuals who want to better link
conservation science and theory with pressing policy and management
applications to apply. We envision that the cadre of scientists supported by
the Smith Fellows Program eventually will assume leadership positions across
the field of conservation science. Fellows are selected on the basis of
innovation, potential for leadership and strength of proposal.
The deadline for receipt of application materials is 18 September 2009. The
Program expects to select four Fellows in January 2010 for appointments to
start between March and September 2010. Fellowship awards include an annual
salary of $50,000, benefits, and generous travel and research budgets. For
detailed proposal guidelines, please visit
http://www.conbio.org/smithfellows/apply/. Questions may be directed to
Shonda Foster, Program Coordinator, by emailing sfoster-at-conbio.org.
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The Society for Conservation Biology is pleased to solicit applications for
the David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship Program. These two year
post-doctoral fellowships enable outstanding early-career scientists to
improve and expand their research skills while directing their efforts
towards problems of pressing conservation concern for the United States.
Each Fellow is mentored by both an academic sponsor who encourages the
Fellow’s continued development as a conservation scientist, and a
conservation practitioner who helps to connect the Fellow and her/his
research to practical conservation challenges.
Fellows will spend up to four weeks per year during their fellowship
attending orientation and training events. These offerings provide
opportunities to cultivate professional networks and to gain better
understanding of applied research needs. Fellows will participate as a group
in three or more of these Program-sponsored meetings, conferences, or
professional development events each year.
The Program especially encourages individuals who want to better link
conservation science and theory with pressing policy and management
applications to apply. We envision that the cadre of scientists supported by
the Smith Fellows Program eventually will assume leadership positions across
the field of conservation science. Fellows are selected on the basis of
innovation, potential for leadership and strength of proposal.
The deadline for receipt of application materials is 18 September 2009. The
Program expects to select four Fellows in January 2010 for appointments to
start between March and September 2010. Fellowship awards include an annual
salary of $50,000, benefits, and generous travel and research budgets. For
detailed proposal guidelines, please visit
http://www.conbio.org/smithfellows/apply/. Questions may be directed to
Shonda Foster, Program Coordinator, by emailing sfoster-at-conbio.org.
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PhD for immunology and cancer research
PhD studentships available for immunology and cancer research
Description : The Inflammation & Cancer Laboratory at the Department of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program at the National University of Singapore is seeking applications for Ph.D students. Candidates will work on research projects focused on Inflammation and Cancer or Immune regulation and development. Qualified candidates should possess a recent B.Sc. or Masters in Immunology or Biochemistry or related field. Experimental background in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and/or pharmacology is strongly recommended. Importantly, foreign applicants should have taken the GRE and obtained a minimum of 1300/4.5 to be eligible. Please do not enquire or apply if you have not taken your GRE. There are 2 different types of scholarships available. The NGS scholarship is very prestigious and fully funded. The NUS scholarship is on stipend and also fully funded. More information about the scholarships can be found at 1. http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/NGSS.shtml 2. http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/postgrad/vision.jsp . “Singapore is considered the new Biomedical Research Hub of Asia with a vibrant research culture and community. National University of Singapore was ranked top in Asia for Life Sciences & Biomedicine, taking the 12th spot in the world ranking for this discipline in the Times Higher Education Supplement-Quacquarelli Symonds (THES-QS) University Rankings 2007.”
Homepage : NGS scholarship
Category : PhD
Contact address : Dr Lina Lim Dept of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program National University of Singapore linalab@gmail.com
Keywords : Immunology, Cancer
Name : Lina Lim
Email : linalab@gmail.com
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Description : The Inflammation & Cancer Laboratory at the Department of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program at the National University of Singapore is seeking applications for Ph.D students. Candidates will work on research projects focused on Inflammation and Cancer or Immune regulation and development. Qualified candidates should possess a recent B.Sc. or Masters in Immunology or Biochemistry or related field. Experimental background in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and/or pharmacology is strongly recommended. Importantly, foreign applicants should have taken the GRE and obtained a minimum of 1300/4.5 to be eligible. Please do not enquire or apply if you have not taken your GRE. There are 2 different types of scholarships available. The NGS scholarship is very prestigious and fully funded. The NUS scholarship is on stipend and also fully funded. More information about the scholarships can be found at 1. http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/NGSS.shtml 2. http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/postgrad/vision.jsp . “Singapore is considered the new Biomedical Research Hub of Asia with a vibrant research culture and community. National University of Singapore was ranked top in Asia for Life Sciences & Biomedicine, taking the 12th spot in the world ranking for this discipline in the Times Higher Education Supplement-Quacquarelli Symonds (THES-QS) University Rankings 2007.”
Homepage : NGS scholarship
Category : PhD
Contact address : Dr Lina Lim Dept of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program National University of Singapore linalab@gmail.com
Keywords : Immunology, Cancer
Name : Lina Lim
Email : linalab@gmail.com
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STAR Scholarship Program- Singapore
STAR Scholarship Program- Singapore
The NSS(BS) funds undergraduate studies at top overseas universities in Biomedical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Engineering disciplines. Candidates who do well will be further supported for a PhD scholarship by A*STAR. The scholarship provides you with opportunities to work in some of the world’s best research instituties and learn from the best scientific talent in a stimulating and nuturing environment. Be a NSS(BS) scholar and enjoy a meaningful career, contributing to cutting-edge research and be Singapore’s future scientific talent.
Please click here to apply. The application form, together with supporting documents, are also to be submitted by post to:
A*STAR Graduate Academy
Agency for Science, Technology and Research
20 Biopolis Way, #07-01 Centros
Singapore 138668
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The NSS(BS) funds undergraduate studies at top overseas universities in Biomedical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Engineering disciplines. Candidates who do well will be further supported for a PhD scholarship by A*STAR. The scholarship provides you with opportunities to work in some of the world’s best research instituties and learn from the best scientific talent in a stimulating and nuturing environment. Be a NSS(BS) scholar and enjoy a meaningful career, contributing to cutting-edge research and be Singapore’s future scientific talent.
Please click here to apply. The application form, together with supporting documents, are also to be submitted by post to:
A*STAR Graduate Academy
Agency for Science, Technology and Research
20 Biopolis Way, #07-01 Centros
Singapore 138668
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Postdoctoral in nanomaterials at NTU
Postdoctoral positions available in nanomaterials at Nanyang Technological University at Singapore
Description : We are looking for strongly motivated postdoctoral research fellows to carry out a multi-million dollar project (funded by Singapore National Research Foundation and Nanyang Technological University), which is on the cutting-edge research in semiconductor nanomaterials, nanoelectronics and nanoelectronic-bio interface for single molecule biosensing. Due to the highly interdisciplinary nature of the project, candidates with a Ph.D. degree in experimental condensed matter physics, electronic engineering, chemistry (physical or polymer), biochemistry and biophysics are all encouraged to apply. Starting date is flexible and multiple positions are available.
Homepage :
Category : postdoctoral position
Contact address : Physics and Applied Physics, SPMS Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Keywords : nanomaterials, nanoelectronics
Name : Qihua Xiong
Email : qxiong@cml.harvard.edu
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Description : We are looking for strongly motivated postdoctoral research fellows to carry out a multi-million dollar project (funded by Singapore National Research Foundation and Nanyang Technological University), which is on the cutting-edge research in semiconductor nanomaterials, nanoelectronics and nanoelectronic-bio interface for single molecule biosensing. Due to the highly interdisciplinary nature of the project, candidates with a Ph.D. degree in experimental condensed matter physics, electronic engineering, chemistry (physical or polymer), biochemistry and biophysics are all encouraged to apply. Starting date is flexible and multiple positions are available.
Homepage :
Category : postdoctoral position
Contact address : Physics and Applied Physics, SPMS Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Keywords : nanomaterials, nanoelectronics
Name : Qihua Xiong
Email : qxiong@cml.harvard.edu
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Postdoctoral Fellow, National University of Singapore
Postdoctoral Fellow, National University of Singapore
Description : A Postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in Optical Bioimaging Lab at the Department of Bioengineering, National University of Singapore. The project is involved in Raman spectroscopy and imaging for early cancer diagnosis and detection at endoscopy. The candidates should have a PhD degree in one of the following disciplines: Biomedical Optics, Applied Physics, Biophysics, Optical Engineering/optoelectronics and instrumentation, Electrical & Electronics and computer engineering, or equivalent. Hands-on experience in optical biospectroscopy and imaging (particularly in clinic), multivariate statistical technique, Monte Carlo simulations, and fiber optics, are highly desirable. Proficiency in Labview, C and C++ are advantageous.
Homepage : Huang
Category : Postdoctoral fellow
Contact address : Dr Zhiwei Huang National University of Singapore Department of Bioengineering, Faculty of Engineering, 9 Engineering Drive 1, Singapore 117576
Keywords : Raman spectroscopy, multivariate statistical technique, Monte Carlo simulations,fluorescence endoscopy imaging
Name : Zhiwei Huang
Email : biehzw@nus.edu.sg
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Description : A Postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in Optical Bioimaging Lab at the Department of Bioengineering, National University of Singapore. The project is involved in Raman spectroscopy and imaging for early cancer diagnosis and detection at endoscopy. The candidates should have a PhD degree in one of the following disciplines: Biomedical Optics, Applied Physics, Biophysics, Optical Engineering/optoelectronics and instrumentation, Electrical & Electronics and computer engineering, or equivalent. Hands-on experience in optical biospectroscopy and imaging (particularly in clinic), multivariate statistical technique, Monte Carlo simulations, and fiber optics, are highly desirable. Proficiency in Labview, C and C++ are advantageous.
Homepage : Huang
Category : Postdoctoral fellow
Contact address : Dr Zhiwei Huang National University of Singapore Department of Bioengineering, Faculty of Engineering, 9 Engineering Drive 1, Singapore 117576
Keywords : Raman spectroscopy, multivariate statistical technique, Monte Carlo simulations,fluorescence endoscopy imaging
Name : Zhiwei Huang
Email : biehzw@nus.edu.sg
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Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships
Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships - Singapore
The Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships (“Scholarships”) were established from donations received from the Lee Foundation and are the University’s most prestigious scholarship awards for graduate students.
The selection of candidates will take place once a year, in time for the start of the academic year in August. Up to 5 new Scholarships will be given each year. Not all Scholarships will be awarded unless there are candidates of sufficient merit.
Eligibility
The Scholarships are open to students of all nationalities who gain admission to any Ph.D. programme at the University. In keeping with the donor’s wishes, the Scholarships will be awarded to well-rounded individuals showing exceptional promise who have an appropriate balance of intellect and character. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to service.
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The Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships (“Scholarships”) were established from donations received from the Lee Foundation and are the University’s most prestigious scholarship awards for graduate students.
The selection of candidates will take place once a year, in time for the start of the academic year in August. Up to 5 new Scholarships will be given each year. Not all Scholarships will be awarded unless there are candidates of sufficient merit.
Eligibility
The Scholarships are open to students of all nationalities who gain admission to any Ph.D. programme at the University. In keeping with the donor’s wishes, the Scholarships will be awarded to well-rounded individuals showing exceptional promise who have an appropriate balance of intellect and character. Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence, leadership and a commitment to service.
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Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship Singapore 2009
Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship
To recognize the academic excellence of students who are pursuing full time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at the NUS Business School, the Saw Centre for Financial Studies will award the Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship to outstanding students twice a year; in Semester 1 and Semester 2, beginning in Academic Year 2009/2010.
If you are a Singapore Citizen, and full time MBA student at NUS Business School, and meet the following criteria.
a)Good academic results based on award of first degree
For applicants approaching their final one or two semesters, the additional criterion of good academic results achieved in their previous semesters will be considered.)
b) Keen interest in finance
c)Relevant work experience in finance
d)Strong referral letteres
e)Family’s financial background
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To recognize the academic excellence of students who are pursuing full time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at the NUS Business School, the Saw Centre for Financial Studies will award the Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship to outstanding students twice a year; in Semester 1 and Semester 2, beginning in Academic Year 2009/2010.
If you are a Singapore Citizen, and full time MBA student at NUS Business School, and meet the following criteria.
a)Good academic results based on award of first degree
For applicants approaching their final one or two semesters, the additional criterion of good academic results achieved in their previous semesters will be considered.)
b) Keen interest in finance
c)Relevant work experience in finance
d)Strong referral letteres
e)Family’s financial background
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Master Scholarships in Public Policy in Germany
Master Scholarships in Public Policy in Germany - for Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia and Middle East
DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst German Academic Exchange Service
Master’s Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance (PPGG)
Deadline: The complete set of application papers must be submitted by 31 August 2009.
What are the objectives of the programme?
This programme is designed to academically qualify future leaders in politics, law, economics and administration according to the principles of Good Governance and to prepare them in a praxis-oriented course for their professional life. The programme offers very good graduates with a first university degree the chance to obtain a Master’s degree
in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political and economic development of their home country. With the knowledge and experience acquired in Germany the scholarship holders should later contribute to the establishment of democratically oriented economic and social systems aimed at overcoming social tensions. In
addition, the training at German institutions of higher education should especially qualify the scholarship holders as partners in political and economic cooperation with Germany. With this programme, DAAD intends to contribute to the support of Good Governance and civil society structures in selected partner countries and regions.
Who can apply?
The scholarship scheme is open to candidates from Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia as well as from countries in the Middle East. Target group Very well qualified graduates with a first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) who in the future want to actively contribute to the social and economic development of their home countries. The scholarships are offered both for young graduates without professional experience and for mid-career professionals.
Contact and advice
Further information can be obtained from DAAD Section 444 (public-policy@daad.de).
List of Master courses in the PPGG programme
The following Master courses are funded in the PPGG programme:
University of Duisburg-Essen, MA Development and Governance
Contact person: Ms. Verena Heuking (verena.heuking@uni-due.de)
Erfurt School of Public Policy (ESPP): Master of Public Policy,
Erfurt University
http://www.espp.de/master.html
Contact person: Mr. Kai Ahlborn, M.A. (publicpolicy-at-uni-erfurt.de)
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DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst German Academic Exchange Service
Master’s Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance (PPGG)
Deadline: The complete set of application papers must be submitted by 31 August 2009.
What are the objectives of the programme?
This programme is designed to academically qualify future leaders in politics, law, economics and administration according to the principles of Good Governance and to prepare them in a praxis-oriented course for their professional life. The programme offers very good graduates with a first university degree the chance to obtain a Master’s degree
in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political and economic development of their home country. With the knowledge and experience acquired in Germany the scholarship holders should later contribute to the establishment of democratically oriented economic and social systems aimed at overcoming social tensions. In
addition, the training at German institutions of higher education should especially qualify the scholarship holders as partners in political and economic cooperation with Germany. With this programme, DAAD intends to contribute to the support of Good Governance and civil society structures in selected partner countries and regions.
Who can apply?
The scholarship scheme is open to candidates from Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia as well as from countries in the Middle East. Target group Very well qualified graduates with a first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) who in the future want to actively contribute to the social and economic development of their home countries. The scholarships are offered both for young graduates without professional experience and for mid-career professionals.
Contact and advice
Further information can be obtained from DAAD Section 444 (public-policy@daad.de).
List of Master courses in the PPGG programme
The following Master courses are funded in the PPGG programme:
University of Duisburg-Essen, MA Development and Governance
Contact person: Ms. Verena Heuking (verena.heuking@uni-due.de)
Erfurt School of Public Policy (ESPP): Master of Public Policy,
Erfurt University
http://www.espp.de/master.html
Contact person: Mr. Kai Ahlborn, M.A. (publicpolicy-at-uni-erfurt.de)
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SEARCA PhD Research Scholarship for SEAMEO Countries
SEARCA PhD Research Scholarship for 11 SEAMEO Countries
Eligibility for the Grant
PhD Research Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 September
About the Scholarship
Launched in November 2005, the SEARCA PhD Research Scholarship provides financial support to a limited number of qualified PhD students whose researches are relevant to the priority thrusts of SEARCA.
This scholarship program aims to:
1. Provide PhD students the opportunity to use the resources and facilities available at SEARCA and its network of universities for their research;
2. Produce quality research papers for publication; and
3. Enable them to work with SEARCA’s R&D personnel on mutually identified areas of concerns/interests in agriculture and rural development.
Any graduate student who is a citizen of any of the 11 SEAMEO member countries (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam) and pursuing a PhD in agriculture or related sciences from any university in the world is eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The applicant must have already completed his/her course work with an approved dissertation proposal and is ready to conduct the dissertation research.
The applicant’s research must focus on any of SEARCA’s priority thrusts under the broad themes of natural resource management and promotion of agricultural competitiveness.
Application Requirements
The application requirements are:
1. Filled out Application Form (see below);
2. Letter of application for the research scholarship;
3. Recommendation letter from the Dean of Graduate School of the university where the student is pursuing his/her degree program;
4. Dissertation research outline/proposal approved by the Advisory Committee and Dean of Graduate School;
5. Budgetary requirement for the entire research duly attested and recommended by the major adviser and Dean of Graduate School;
6. Certified transcript of academic records for all courses taken at the PhD level;
7. Curriculum vitae;
8. Letter from the student certifying that he/she is not receiving any other research grant from any other institution. If partial funding has been obtained from other sources, a certification from the funding agency indicating the amount of grant and the items in the research that are covered by the grant; and
9. Research timetable indicating the activities involved in the research, the expected date of defense and expected date of seminar paper presentation.
Application deadlines are 1 April and 1 September.
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Eligibility for the Grant
PhD Research Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 September
About the Scholarship
Launched in November 2005, the SEARCA PhD Research Scholarship provides financial support to a limited number of qualified PhD students whose researches are relevant to the priority thrusts of SEARCA.
This scholarship program aims to:
1. Provide PhD students the opportunity to use the resources and facilities available at SEARCA and its network of universities for their research;
2. Produce quality research papers for publication; and
3. Enable them to work with SEARCA’s R&D personnel on mutually identified areas of concerns/interests in agriculture and rural development.
Any graduate student who is a citizen of any of the 11 SEAMEO member countries (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam) and pursuing a PhD in agriculture or related sciences from any university in the world is eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The applicant must have already completed his/her course work with an approved dissertation proposal and is ready to conduct the dissertation research.
The applicant’s research must focus on any of SEARCA’s priority thrusts under the broad themes of natural resource management and promotion of agricultural competitiveness.
Application Requirements
The application requirements are:
1. Filled out Application Form (see below);
2. Letter of application for the research scholarship;
3. Recommendation letter from the Dean of Graduate School of the university where the student is pursuing his/her degree program;
4. Dissertation research outline/proposal approved by the Advisory Committee and Dean of Graduate School;
5. Budgetary requirement for the entire research duly attested and recommended by the major adviser and Dean of Graduate School;
6. Certified transcript of academic records for all courses taken at the PhD level;
7. Curriculum vitae;
8. Letter from the student certifying that he/she is not receiving any other research grant from any other institution. If partial funding has been obtained from other sources, a certification from the funding agency indicating the amount of grant and the items in the research that are covered by the grant; and
9. Research timetable indicating the activities involved in the research, the expected date of defense and expected date of seminar paper presentation.
Application deadlines are 1 April and 1 September.
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Japan scholarship
Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) Singapore Foundation Scholarships 2010-11: The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) Singapore Foundation, in cooperation with Waseda University in Japan, set up a one-year scholarship program for university undergraduates to study culture, history, society, politics, economics, geography, arts, literature and so forth of Japan and other parts of Asia. The scholarship program was established in 1995 to commemorate Singapore’s 30th Year of National Independence and the 5th Anniversary of JCCI Singapore Foundation.
The Foundation hopes to provide young Singaporeans an opportunity to study in Japan through this program. Also, it wishes to promote further exchanges and cooperation between Singapore and Japan. The successful candidate is thus expected to play the role of a diplomat with the task of strengthening the bilateral relations.
CONDITIONS & CRITERIA
• All applicants must be Singapore citizens, below the age of 28 (as at 1st January 2010).
• Applicant must be a university undergraduate or graduate from an Arts and Social Sciences, Business or Law background.
• Applicants with some knowledge of basic Japanese language will be preferred.
• Applicant must have genuine interest in Japan.
• He/ She must be physically healthy.
All Applications must be submitted by the closing date: 11 September 2009
The Foundation hopes to provide young Singaporeans an opportunity to study in Japan through this program. Also, it wishes to promote further exchanges and cooperation between Singapore and Japan. The successful candidate is thus expected to play the role of a diplomat with the task of strengthening the bilateral relations.
CONDITIONS & CRITERIA
• All applicants must be Singapore citizens, below the age of 28 (as at 1st January 2010).
• Applicant must be a university undergraduate or graduate from an Arts and Social Sciences, Business or Law background.
• Applicants with some knowledge of basic Japanese language will be preferred.
• Applicant must have genuine interest in Japan.
• He/ She must be physically healthy.
All Applications must be submitted by the closing date: 11 September 2009
Postdoc in Health Services
Postdoc in Health SErvices
The Signature Health Services Research Program at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, Singapore, announces a postdoctoral individual fellowship in health services research. This postdoctoral research fellowship provides an opportunity for one or more years of training in applying modelling (including decision modelling, system dynamics, and event simulation) to the study of chronic and infectious disease in Singapore and the region. The Duke-HSR program supports and conducts research that bridges theory and practice in a way that both advances the state of the scientific theory and is sufficiently pragmatic to actually improve health care practice. The Duke-NUS HSR mission is to: (1) pursue a comprehensive HSR portfolio, (2) apply innovative analytical approaches, and (3) influence clinical and public health policy. The postdoctoral program is aimed at producing independent researchers who are competent in translating methods and interventions to the Asian context. Given the unique position of Singapore geographically and culturally, the program provides excellent training in comparative health systems research and cross cultural studies of health care systems.
Applicants must have received, by the activation date of the Duke-NUS HSR postdoctoral fellowship, a Ph.D. in one of the following domains: Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics, or Systems modelling. The applicant should be a highly motivated individual, able to work independently in a multidisciplinary setting, and interested in developing a research career. Applicants who have published articles in peer-reviewed journals will be given preference.
Applicants should send the following documents: (1) Curriculum Vitae, (ii) two referee reports, and (iii) a writing sample or examples of any published works, to:
Professor David B. Matchar
Director
Signature Program in Health Service Research
Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School
8 College Road
Singapore 169857
Singapore.
Electronic copies of can also be submitted to gal.selvilee-at-duke-nus.edu.sg (Secretary to Professor Matchar). Referee reports should be sent directly by referees.
Submission deadline: 15 August 2009
The Signature Health Services Research Program at Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School, Singapore, announces a postdoctoral individual fellowship in health services research. This postdoctoral research fellowship provides an opportunity for one or more years of training in applying modelling (including decision modelling, system dynamics, and event simulation) to the study of chronic and infectious disease in Singapore and the region. The Duke-HSR program supports and conducts research that bridges theory and practice in a way that both advances the state of the scientific theory and is sufficiently pragmatic to actually improve health care practice. The Duke-NUS HSR mission is to: (1) pursue a comprehensive HSR portfolio, (2) apply innovative analytical approaches, and (3) influence clinical and public health policy. The postdoctoral program is aimed at producing independent researchers who are competent in translating methods and interventions to the Asian context. Given the unique position of Singapore geographically and culturally, the program provides excellent training in comparative health systems research and cross cultural studies of health care systems.
Applicants must have received, by the activation date of the Duke-NUS HSR postdoctoral fellowship, a Ph.D. in one of the following domains: Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics, or Systems modelling. The applicant should be a highly motivated individual, able to work independently in a multidisciplinary setting, and interested in developing a research career. Applicants who have published articles in peer-reviewed journals will be given preference.
Applicants should send the following documents: (1) Curriculum Vitae, (ii) two referee reports, and (iii) a writing sample or examples of any published works, to:
Professor David B. Matchar
Director
Signature Program in Health Service Research
Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School
8 College Road
Singapore 169857
Singapore.
Electronic copies of can also be submitted to gal.selvilee-at-duke-nus.edu.sg (Secretary to Professor Matchar). Referee reports should be sent directly by referees.
Submission deadline: 15 August 2009
4/30/09
A Guide to College Scholarship Money
A Guide to College Scholarship Money
By Phillip Walters
Scholarships are a confusing, and yet helpful and convenient way to pay for college. Starting out, students wonder what scholarships are and how they work. Is the money only for tuition? How is the money awarded and in what time frame? Is there a way to win scholarships to help defray the other costs of college? To make this process easier we have put together this short primer on college scholarship money.
What is college scholarship money?
Broadly, a scholarship is any financial award given in the interest of helping a student pay for college. This may come in the form of a one-time check, or it may be a renewable award that provides money each semester.
Scholarship money is often different from student loans in that it does not have to be repaid by the student. It is also different in that it may be money given directly to the student and not, as in the case of financial aid or grants, paid directly to the students college.
How can scholarship money be spent?
If the scholarship is awarded directly to the student, then it is up to that student to spend the money on whatever they deem school related. Reasonable examples include books, housing, food, computers, supplies and so on. The scholarship money could also be directed to paying a portion of the tuition cost depending on the situation. In most circumstances it is prudent not to waste the money as it helps save students from having to loan money.
When is the money disbursed?
The timing of the disbursal is quite variable. Some scholarship institutions will give the student money in one large payment before the semester begins, and others do so over a longer time frame as with monthly stipends or quarterly disbursements. Less frequently seen are the mid-semester payments that may help less money savvy students get through the second half of the semester and plan better for the upcoming one.
Who are scholarships from? Where are they found?
A wide array of clubs, organizations, charities, individuals, and businesses offer available scholarships, not to mention federal, state and local governments. These are not so different from the education scholarships awarded by colleges and universities. And remember, there are many merit scholarships as well that can be found directly through the university of college you attend. These merit aid programs can be found by checking with the financial aid office to see what is available. You can check on what is available, and what you might qualify for, during any step of the college admissions process.
There is no one-size-fits-all advice for finding and getting scholarships. They are not only awarded to students with a 4.0 GPA. Many available scholarships are awarded due to specific requirements such as majors in a high-need field like nursing. It may be that you qualify through a high school club or organization, local newspaper or fraternal organization. You should always be on the lookout for merit scholarships and opportunities as they may make the difference between owing money when you graduate and graduating debt free. Just remember... never pay to enlist help in finding scholarships.
By Phillip Walters
Scholarships are a confusing, and yet helpful and convenient way to pay for college. Starting out, students wonder what scholarships are and how they work. Is the money only for tuition? How is the money awarded and in what time frame? Is there a way to win scholarships to help defray the other costs of college? To make this process easier we have put together this short primer on college scholarship money.
What is college scholarship money?
Broadly, a scholarship is any financial award given in the interest of helping a student pay for college. This may come in the form of a one-time check, or it may be a renewable award that provides money each semester.
Scholarship money is often different from student loans in that it does not have to be repaid by the student. It is also different in that it may be money given directly to the student and not, as in the case of financial aid or grants, paid directly to the students college.
How can scholarship money be spent?
If the scholarship is awarded directly to the student, then it is up to that student to spend the money on whatever they deem school related. Reasonable examples include books, housing, food, computers, supplies and so on. The scholarship money could also be directed to paying a portion of the tuition cost depending on the situation. In most circumstances it is prudent not to waste the money as it helps save students from having to loan money.
When is the money disbursed?
The timing of the disbursal is quite variable. Some scholarship institutions will give the student money in one large payment before the semester begins, and others do so over a longer time frame as with monthly stipends or quarterly disbursements. Less frequently seen are the mid-semester payments that may help less money savvy students get through the second half of the semester and plan better for the upcoming one.
Who are scholarships from? Where are they found?
A wide array of clubs, organizations, charities, individuals, and businesses offer available scholarships, not to mention federal, state and local governments. These are not so different from the education scholarships awarded by colleges and universities. And remember, there are many merit scholarships as well that can be found directly through the university of college you attend. These merit aid programs can be found by checking with the financial aid office to see what is available. You can check on what is available, and what you might qualify for, during any step of the college admissions process.
There is no one-size-fits-all advice for finding and getting scholarships. They are not only awarded to students with a 4.0 GPA. Many available scholarships are awarded due to specific requirements such as majors in a high-need field like nursing. It may be that you qualify through a high school club or organization, local newspaper or fraternal organization. You should always be on the lookout for merit scholarships and opportunities as they may make the difference between owing money when you graduate and graduating debt free. Just remember... never pay to enlist help in finding scholarships.
The Truth About Scholarships
The Bold Truth About Student Scholarships
By Jon Arnold
If you are currently in college or soon will be, the thought of getting some student scholarships has probably crossed your mind. If it has not, then you are either independently wealthy or have not taken a good long look at the sky rocketing cost of a good college education these days.
Students should spend as much time as possible looking for student scholarships because this is an excellent way to defray and sometimes even completely pay for the cost of a college education. Note the use of the plural form of scholarships. Yes, there is no reason to stop at one scholarship when you can get several of them, there is no law against that, either legally or morally.
Finding an acceptable student scholarship is not difficult but will involve some of your time in research and actually applying for the scholarships. But when you look at the amount of money that you could get, the cost of a postage stamp pales in comparison, and in many cases it isn't even that anymore since most places allow you to apply online.
Think you cannot get a student scholarship? Think again. It used to be that you had to be the local rocket scientist or academically brilliant to get a scholarship or grant, or had to be the sports king or queen, or had to come from some economically disadvantaged family or region of the country. That is no longer the case with most grants and scholarships. You may simply have to indicate that you are going to pursue a specific field of study, which still does not even necessarily lock you into maintaining that major.
The truth of the matter is that many college scholarships are available today for almost any academic record or background, as well as almost any financial background, from the filthy rich to the dirt poor. Consider for a moment the very real fact that in today's world, many scholarships go unawarded each year simply because nobody applied for them! In other words, there are businesses, organizations and companies that are more than happy to award a scholarship but they cannot award it if nobody applies for it!
One of the super great things about grants and scholarships is that the money you get from them is free. In other words, it is money that you do not need to pay back. Now contrast that with federal student loans, which almost anyone can get, but you need to pay back every penny of them, with interest, after you graduate. Given a choice between a student loan that you need to pay back versus a student scholarship that does not need to be paid back, which one would you rather opt for?
The more student scholarships you apply for, the better your chances that you will be awarded one or more of them. Maybe a particular scholarship is only worth $500. Does that mean it is not worth your effort to apply for it? Nothing could be further from the truth. If you got that one scholarship, put it in perspective, since that one scholarship could pay for the books for two of your classes, which is much better than reaching into your own pocket to pay for them. Or looking at it another way, what if you were awarded 10 or 20 of those $500 scholarships. Would that make a difference in figuring out how you are going to pay for your college education?
Take the time to apply for student scholarships. Keep yourself organized and keep track of which ones you have applied for so that you don't apply for the same one multiple times. And don't give it, keep those scholarship applications going!
By Jon Arnold
If you are currently in college or soon will be, the thought of getting some student scholarships has probably crossed your mind. If it has not, then you are either independently wealthy or have not taken a good long look at the sky rocketing cost of a good college education these days.
Students should spend as much time as possible looking for student scholarships because this is an excellent way to defray and sometimes even completely pay for the cost of a college education. Note the use of the plural form of scholarships. Yes, there is no reason to stop at one scholarship when you can get several of them, there is no law against that, either legally or morally.
Finding an acceptable student scholarship is not difficult but will involve some of your time in research and actually applying for the scholarships. But when you look at the amount of money that you could get, the cost of a postage stamp pales in comparison, and in many cases it isn't even that anymore since most places allow you to apply online.
Think you cannot get a student scholarship? Think again. It used to be that you had to be the local rocket scientist or academically brilliant to get a scholarship or grant, or had to be the sports king or queen, or had to come from some economically disadvantaged family or region of the country. That is no longer the case with most grants and scholarships. You may simply have to indicate that you are going to pursue a specific field of study, which still does not even necessarily lock you into maintaining that major.
The truth of the matter is that many college scholarships are available today for almost any academic record or background, as well as almost any financial background, from the filthy rich to the dirt poor. Consider for a moment the very real fact that in today's world, many scholarships go unawarded each year simply because nobody applied for them! In other words, there are businesses, organizations and companies that are more than happy to award a scholarship but they cannot award it if nobody applies for it!
One of the super great things about grants and scholarships is that the money you get from them is free. In other words, it is money that you do not need to pay back. Now contrast that with federal student loans, which almost anyone can get, but you need to pay back every penny of them, with interest, after you graduate. Given a choice between a student loan that you need to pay back versus a student scholarship that does not need to be paid back, which one would you rather opt for?
The more student scholarships you apply for, the better your chances that you will be awarded one or more of them. Maybe a particular scholarship is only worth $500. Does that mean it is not worth your effort to apply for it? Nothing could be further from the truth. If you got that one scholarship, put it in perspective, since that one scholarship could pay for the books for two of your classes, which is much better than reaching into your own pocket to pay for them. Or looking at it another way, what if you were awarded 10 or 20 of those $500 scholarships. Would that make a difference in figuring out how you are going to pay for your college education?
Take the time to apply for student scholarships. Keep yourself organized and keep track of which ones you have applied for so that you don't apply for the same one multiple times. And don't give it, keep those scholarship applications going!
Scholarships and Grants
Scholarships and Grants for Your College Education
By Christopher Penn
As you consider how to pay for college, the very first place to start is with college grants and scholarships. Unlike student loans, grants and scholarships generally do not have to be repaid. There are billions of dollars of grants and scholarships available from hundreds of thousands of organizations the key is doing your research and starting early.
Grants are based on a combination of financial need, and in some cases, academic performance. For example, the Federal Pell Grant offers up to $4,050 (for the 2006-07 school year) depending on your financial need and the cost of attendance at your school. Applying for the Pell Grant and other federal grants is done through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or the FAFSA, which is a free financial aid form. Your FAFSA results, called the Student Aid Report (SAR), will inform you if you're eligible for a Pell Grant, and for how much. Other grants controlled by the FAFSA include the Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant, the National SMART Grant, and the Academic Competitiveness Grant.
College scholarships are another source of funds for education that don't have to be repaid. They are typically offered to students who meet specific requirements, and are typically funded by private benefactors. Though many scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit or financial need, not all are. Some scholarships are random drawings, while others have requirements designed to focus on improving access to specific demographics, like minorities or certain fields of study.
There are millions of need- and merit-based scholarships worth over $10 billion. There are many websites listing scholarships - StudentScholarshipSearch.com currently has over $7 billion scholarships available for visitors. In addition to the Internet, meet with your high school guidance counselor who may have a list of local scholarship opportunities.
It is important to research these student scholarships early since many require an application and/or interview. Although you will not apply for college until you are a senior in high school, start to research scholarships in your sophomore or junior year. This will allow you to identify potential scholarships and give you time to meet all the qualification criteria. Be as specific as possible - the more targeted your search, the less competition you will have from other applicants and the more likely you are to stand-out to the organization providing the scholarship. For more details about how to search effectively, read the free Scholarship Search Secrets e-Book available at StudentScholarshipSearch.com.
Apply for as many college scholarships as possible - there is no limit and every dollar of scholarship funds you accrue will limit your need of student loans. Many scholarships require you to submit an application and/or participate in an interview, so be sure you qualify for the scholarship before applying. Try to set a specific time each week to apply for at least two scholarships - every Sunday afternoon, for example. In a year's time, you will have applied for over 100 scholarships.
Another key fact often overlooked is that in the end, what matters most is how much scholarship money you have been awarded, whether it comes from a single scholarship for $1,000, or 10 scholarships for $100 each. Apply for large and small scholarships alike; the larger the scholarship, the more competition there likely is for it, so you may find in your search that applying for many smaller scholarships will improve your chances of being awarded money.
One last word of caution - be sure to avoid scholarship scams. Typical signs of scholarship scams include asking for very detailed personal information, such as a Social Security number or date of birth. Any scholarship award that asks you to pay money of any dollar amount is likely not legitimate. Awards which require you to give any kind of financial information such as bank account numbers or credit card numbers are almost certainly scams. Receiving a notice that you're a finalist in a scholarship you never applied for is almost certainly a scam. Generally speaking, scholarship search services, while not necessarily scams, don't offer value above and beyond what a search engine like Google can provide, so it's usually not worth paying for them. Above all else, trust your gut instincts - if something feels like a scam, it probably is.
By Christopher Penn
As you consider how to pay for college, the very first place to start is with college grants and scholarships. Unlike student loans, grants and scholarships generally do not have to be repaid. There are billions of dollars of grants and scholarships available from hundreds of thousands of organizations the key is doing your research and starting early.
Grants are based on a combination of financial need, and in some cases, academic performance. For example, the Federal Pell Grant offers up to $4,050 (for the 2006-07 school year) depending on your financial need and the cost of attendance at your school. Applying for the Pell Grant and other federal grants is done through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or the FAFSA, which is a free financial aid form. Your FAFSA results, called the Student Aid Report (SAR), will inform you if you're eligible for a Pell Grant, and for how much. Other grants controlled by the FAFSA include the Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant, the National SMART Grant, and the Academic Competitiveness Grant.
College scholarships are another source of funds for education that don't have to be repaid. They are typically offered to students who meet specific requirements, and are typically funded by private benefactors. Though many scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit or financial need, not all are. Some scholarships are random drawings, while others have requirements designed to focus on improving access to specific demographics, like minorities or certain fields of study.
There are millions of need- and merit-based scholarships worth over $10 billion. There are many websites listing scholarships - StudentScholarshipSearch.com currently has over $7 billion scholarships available for visitors. In addition to the Internet, meet with your high school guidance counselor who may have a list of local scholarship opportunities.
It is important to research these student scholarships early since many require an application and/or interview. Although you will not apply for college until you are a senior in high school, start to research scholarships in your sophomore or junior year. This will allow you to identify potential scholarships and give you time to meet all the qualification criteria. Be as specific as possible - the more targeted your search, the less competition you will have from other applicants and the more likely you are to stand-out to the organization providing the scholarship. For more details about how to search effectively, read the free Scholarship Search Secrets e-Book available at StudentScholarshipSearch.com.
Apply for as many college scholarships as possible - there is no limit and every dollar of scholarship funds you accrue will limit your need of student loans. Many scholarships require you to submit an application and/or participate in an interview, so be sure you qualify for the scholarship before applying. Try to set a specific time each week to apply for at least two scholarships - every Sunday afternoon, for example. In a year's time, you will have applied for over 100 scholarships.
Another key fact often overlooked is that in the end, what matters most is how much scholarship money you have been awarded, whether it comes from a single scholarship for $1,000, or 10 scholarships for $100 each. Apply for large and small scholarships alike; the larger the scholarship, the more competition there likely is for it, so you may find in your search that applying for many smaller scholarships will improve your chances of being awarded money.
One last word of caution - be sure to avoid scholarship scams. Typical signs of scholarship scams include asking for very detailed personal information, such as a Social Security number or date of birth. Any scholarship award that asks you to pay money of any dollar amount is likely not legitimate. Awards which require you to give any kind of financial information such as bank account numbers or credit card numbers are almost certainly scams. Receiving a notice that you're a finalist in a scholarship you never applied for is almost certainly a scam. Generally speaking, scholarship search services, while not necessarily scams, don't offer value above and beyond what a search engine like Google can provide, so it's usually not worth paying for them. Above all else, trust your gut instincts - if something feels like a scam, it probably is.
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