Science of Virtues- Research Grants Chicago Univ

Science of Virtues- Research Grants

Introduction: The Arete Initiative at the University of Chicago is
pleased to announce a new $3 million research program on a New Science
of Virtues. This is a multidisciplinary research initiative that seeks
contributions from individuals and from teams of investigators working
within the humanities and the sciences. We support highly original,
scholarly projects that demonstrate promise of a distinctive
contribution to virtue research and have the potential to begin a new
field of interdisciplinary study.

Eligibility: The selection criteria by which the Council will evaluate
proposals and select the winners would focus on the ability of the
proposal to generate ground-breaking results in the study of virtues.
To ascertain the likely success of the researcher, they will also be
expected to consider the scholar's record of achievement, training
history, and the promise of long-term impact.

Amount Awarded: two-year research grants will be awarded ranging from
$50,000 to $300,000.

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney
indirect costs of up to 20%.

For more information see:
http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html

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Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email

Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://scienceofvirtues.org/arete/researchgrants.aspx

Closing Date: 20th February 2009 Continue Reading...

The Australian and Pacific Science Foundation- Research Grants

The Australian and Pacific Science Foundation- Research Grants


Introduction: The Australian and Pacific Science Foundation funds a
variety of projects aimed at the promotion, advancement and study of
biological science in all its branches within the south west Pacific,
managed by Australian institutions or other entities within those
countries. In seeking to achieve its aims, The Australia & Pacific
Science Foundation provides support, on a competitive basis, for the
following activities:

Ø The top priority is to encourage high quality research by
scientists in Australian national or state institutions, and similar
institutions in other countries of the South West Pacific.

Ø Occasional support may also be given to such activities as
training, publications or conferences.

Amount Awarded: $15,000 per year for up to three years.

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of
Sydney indirect costs.

For more information see:
http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html

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Research Office Contact: Luda Kuchieva on 8627 8106 or email

Email: luda.kuchieva@usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://apscience.org.au/guidelines.html

Closing Date: 13th March 2009 Continue Reading...

The Institute of Advanced Studies- Visiting Research Fellowships

The Institute of Advanced Studies- Visiting Research Fellowships

Applications are invited for Visiting Research Fellowships of between
2-6 months, tenable in the period: June 2009-September 2011. No
limitation is placed on the area of research within the Humanities and
Social Sciences but priority is given to those whose work falls within
the scope of one of the Institute's current Research schemes:
Ø Dialogues of Enlightenment
Ø The Humanities in the Twenty-First Century University
Ø Translations, Adaptations and Modalities
Ø Theory in Practice, Practice in Theory

For more information visit:
http://www.iash.ed.ac.uk/visiting.fellowships.html

Closing date: 27th February 2009 Continue Reading...

Darrell Posey Fellowship

Fellowship for Ethnoecology and Traditional Resource Rights Small

Grants Awards and the Field Fellowship, Submitted by Natasha Duarte, isecoordinator@gmail.com

Coordinator, International Society of EthnobiologyIn
2009 we will award two small grants, and one Field Fellowship. In 2011
we will award another two small grants, and possibly an
institution-based fellowship (the latter depends upon available funds).
For more information
on the Program, and to get updates on the work of Fellows and Small
Grants recipients from 2004-2008, please visit us online at: www.ethnobiology.net
Small Grants are awarded to indigenous and community groups working on sustainable and equitable resource management
or rights issues. The incorporation of small grants into the Fellowship
program reflects the widespread need for small, strategic sums to fill
gaps in funding, respond to crises, or catalyze resource management change or institutional development.
Small grants are $5,000 per year for two years. Field
Fellowships are awarded to individuals pursuing applied, on-the-ground
activities to support resource management, and cultural, human, land, resource and other rights of indigenous peoples and local communities around the world.
The award targets grassroots activities and individuals that may or may
not have an interest in academic concerns. Field Fellows receive
$20,000 per year for two years.
Please visit our website to find the instructions for nominating
candidates for both Small Grants and Field Fellowships. You will find
there different requirements for each program, as well as slightly
modified instructions for individuals and groups that wish to apply
directly to the ISE for Small Grants or Field Fellowships. In the past,
only the Oxford Fellowship was awarded through a direct application
process, and Small Grants and Field Fellowships were by nomination
only. This was intended to make the process more inclusive because many
groups and individuals undertaking grassroots work on resource rights
and management, and applied ethnobiological research, are not
experienced fundraisers and do not have large international networks.
However, so many individuals have asked to apply directly for the
Small Grants and Field Fellowships that we decided to accept both
nominations and direct applications (but letters of
support/recommendation will continue to be weighed more heavily than
the style or polish of a proposal). The timeline for this year’s Small
Grants and Fellowship nomination, selection, and award process is as
follows:
February 1, 2009: Proposals and Nominations due

February 1 – March 15, 2009: Selections made

April 1, 2009: Small Grants and Fellowship recipients notified

May 1, 2009: Awards made (the first of two annual payments of $5,000

for small grants, and $20,000 for Fellows).
Please send any questions to:
Natasha Duarte
isecoordinator@gmail.com
Coordinator, International Society of Ethnobiology
14 School St., P.O. Box 303
Bristol, VT 05443, USA
tel: +1 802 453-6996
Fax: +1 802 453-3420
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The CRASSH Summer Fellowship programme

http://www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/page/107/summer-fellows.htm

Summer Fellowships 2009
Deadline for Applications: 30 January 2009

The CRASSH Summer Fellowship programme is set up to fund scholars from
developing countries who wish to pursue a research project in
collaboration with Cambridge faculty, who will sponsor the prospective
applicant during their stay. Fellowships can be held for a six-week
period from 22 June to 31 July 2009. Applicants and their Cambridge
sponsors should propose a project specifically related to the research
resources in Cambridge. The deadline for applications for Summer 2009
is 30 January 2009.

Successful applicants are offered a package that includes economy
travel costs, accommodation in a college, an office, and a modest
subsistence allowance for the duration of their stay. The Centre is
not able to provide additional sums for the travel and living expenses
of anyone accompanying the Fellow to Cambridge.

Eligibility
This scheme is open to postdoctoral researchers only: applicants must
have completed a PhD. Applications are invited from all disciplines
in the arts, humanities and social sciences. It is expected that
applicants would use the period of the fellowship to work on a project
building on existing research for which a period in Cambridge is
demonstrably appropriate, or to collaborate in the initiation of new
research that can be carried on in Cambridge after the fellowship
period. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a competent grasp of
English.

How to apply
Prospective applicants are asked to submit an application by post to
the Administrator, CRASSH, 17 Mill Lane, Cambridge CB2 1RX by the
deadline, 30 January 2009. Please note that all documents must be
written in English. Your application should include:

1. A full CV
2. A short account (approx. 500 words) of how the time in Cambridge
would be used, including details of Cambridge research resources to
be consulted.
3. A letter from your Cambridge sponsor outlining the research
project and your role in it, to be sent direct to the Centre.
4. In addition to the letter from your Cambridge sponsor, two letters
of recommendation from referees who know your work (these can be from
outside Cambridge), to be sent direct by your referees to the
Administrator, to arrive by the deadline. Continue Reading...

MPhil and PhD General Cultural Scholarship Scheme (GCSS) administered by Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)

http://www.embassyofindiajakarta.org/content.php?sid=54

General Cultural Scholarship Scheme(GCSS)

Government of India, through the General Cultural Scholarship Scheme
(GCSS) administered by Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR),
has announced the grant of 28 scholarships for Indonesian students and
2 scholarships for students from Timor Leste for the academic year
2009-2010.

Under the GCSS, courses in the fields of arts, architecture,
literature, commerce and science; degree courses in engineering,
pharmacy and agriculture; and doctoral and post-doctoral courses in
various disciplines can be pursued. A list of Universities and
Institutions students can choose from is enclosed along with the
application form. Government of India will provide living allowance,
contingent grant, accommodation charges, tuition fee and other
benefits, including medical and study tour to the students selected
for scholarships. However, the cost of air passage to India and back
for all students and expenses on laboratory chemicals and related
incidentals for science stream students would have to be borne by them
or their sponsor.

The students seeking admission to M.Phil, Ph.D and higher studies will
also need to submit their applications as per format appended below in
six sets along with a synopsis of their subject. Candidates applying
for pursuing courses in Performing Arts are, in addition, required to
submit an audio/video recording of their performances along with their
applications and documents. Applicants for all other courses must
submit six copies of their applications with copies of supporting
documents.

Scholarships are not offered for medical studies, such as MBBS/BDS &
other Courses related to medicine.

Interested and eligible candidates may download the Application Form,
General Instructions to applicants and Instructions to Candidates for
filling the Application Form. The last date for receiving application
forms duly completed in all respects in 6 (six) copies along with all
supporting documents is 27th January, 2009.All candidates who are
eligible primafacie on scrutiny of their application dossiers will be
called telephonically by the Embassy to appear in a test in the
English language, which will be held on 6th February, 2009 at 10.30
am.

Candidates applying from Sumatera may send their applications to:
Shri M.L. Chhabra
Consul General
CONSULATE GENERAL OF INDIA – MEDAN
19, Jl. Uskup Agung A. Sugiopranoto
Medan 20152, Sumatera Utara
Ph. 061-4531308, 4556452

Candidates applying from Bali may send their applications to:
Mr. Awanish Tiwari
Deputy Director
INDIAN CULTURAL CENTRE BALI
Jl. Raya Puputan No. 42-44
Renon – Denpasar – Bali
Ph. 0361-241978

All other candidates from other parts of Indonesia may send their
applications to:
Mr. A.S. Takhi
Second Secretary (Education)
EMBASSY OF INDIA
Jl. H R Rasuna Said Kav S-1
Kuningan, Jakarta Selatan -12950
Ph. 021-5204150/52/57

Application Form:
(Download form on GCSS of ICCR)

ICCR Research Visa Form:
(Download form for seeking admission to M.Phil, Ph.D & higher studies
& Research Projects) Continue Reading...

Scholarship AUN/SEED-Net with support from Japan International Cooperation Agency

http://www.seed-net.org/support_scholars_master.php

Master's Degree Program Background

The AUN/SEED-Net Project with support from Japan International
Cooperation Agency (JICA) provides scholarships to highly qualified
young teaching staff and graduating students/young graduates (i.e.,
potential future faculty staff) of Member Institutions to acquire
master's degrees in the following nine engineering fields at
respective Host Institutions in other countries:

* Chemical Engineering (at De La Salle University)
* Civil Engineering (at Chulalongkorn University)
* Electrical and Electronics Engineering (at Chulalongkorn University)
* Environmental Engineering (at University of Philippines-Diliman)
* Geological Engineering (at Gadjah Mada University)
* Information and Communication Technology (at King Mongkut's
Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang)
* Manufacturing Engineering (at University of Malaya)
* Materials Engineering (at Universiti Sains Malaysia)
* Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering (at Institute of
Technology Bandung).





In order for AUN/SEED-Net students to produce high quality thesis
research of international standard and to ensure the completion of the
master's degree within two years, AUN/SEED-Net provides vital support,
in terms of financial and academic, through joint thesis research
supervision, to AUN/SEED-Net Master's students at all Host
Institutions. The joint thesis research supervision will be carried
out through the Collaborative Research Program, which has been created
by each Host Institution for a few well-defined research themes (or
research umbrellas) in consultation with Japanese Field Coordinating
University, each of which is a collection of interrelated and
progressively conducted thesis research topics. Each AUN/SEED-Net
student (including doctoral sandwich student) shall conduct thesis
research under one of these research themes.

Besides, according to AUN/SEED-Net Students' Mobility scheme which is
promoted to enable students to benefit educationally and culturally
from the experience of learning at other Member Institution(s),
Master's students may be supported to take a course(s) or conduct
research at other Member Institution(s) for a short period. Students
are advised to consult with their advisors and Host Institution on the
necessity, possibility and procedures of their mobility.

Those who complete this Master's Degree Program with outstanding
thesis research are encouraged to pursue a doctoral degree in one of
the above nine fields either at Japanese Supporting Universities under
the "Doctoral Degree Program in Japan", or at Host Institutions (in
Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand) under the
"Doctoral Degree Sandwich Program" with co-supervision by Japanese
professors, or at the two Singaporean universities (NTU & NUS) under
"Doctoral Degree Program in Singapore" .

Moreover, Master's students who prove outstanding performance and feel
interested in upgrading to doctoral level with maximum scholarship
period of five (5) years could consult with their Host Institution on
the possibility and requirements of being upgraded. Interested
students are advised to inform their Sending Institutions in advance
for their agreement.

Objectives

1. To increase the number of high quality Master's degree holders in
engineering at Member Institutions which would be necessary to
contribute to a sustainable industrial development of ASEAN countries.

2.
To strengthen the Master's degree support at the Host Institutions so
that the production of high quality Master's degree holders in
engineering needed for the region is materialized within the region in
collaboration with the Member Institutions and Japanese Supporting
Universities.

3.
To strengthen human networking among teaching staff of Member
Institutions and Japanese Supporting Universities.

Target Number of Scholarships
Around 45 scholarships for each Japanese Fiscal Year will be
supported (approximately five scholarships for each host field at Host
Institutions in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand).
Coverage of Scholarships
The scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, health
insurance, visa fee and airport tax, and a round-trip air ticket, in
accordance with the AUN/SEED-Net Project regulations.
Commencement and Duration of Scholarships


The commencement of scholarship should be within the respective
Japanese Fiscal Year; that is, awarded students should commence their
study within April of the year– March of the next year.

The duration of the scholarship is strictly two years, counting from
the day of arrival at a Host Institution. Students who need more than
two years to acquire a degree will be expected to self-finance during
period of extension.

Note: The AUN/SEED-Net Project, in consultation with the Host
Institution, will terminate the award of any student who fails to
maintain satisfactory progress at the Host Institution.

Scholarship Allocation
Although even distribution across nine fields and across Sending
Institutions are taken into consideration, our scholarship allocation
needs to be based on first-in-first-served policy; that is, depending
on the submission of admission results from Host Institutions.
Submission Deadline of the Application Form


Applications for the Master's Degree Program should be submitted, in
printed forms, to the AUN/SEED-Net Project by February 15 each year. Continue Reading...

Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program

http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/WBI/EXTWBISFP/EXTJJWBGSP/0,,contentMDK:20287123~menuPK:562883~pagePK:64168445~piPK:64168309~theSitePK:551644,00.html


To apply for a JJ/WBGSP scholarship under the Regular Program, an
applicant must read carefully the application procedure as outlined in
documents below:
Eligibility Criteria Eligibility Criteria
Benefits
Universities to Study in 2008-2009 Universities to Study in 2009-2010
How to Apply How to Apply

Application forms are available as:

* on-line application form presented in English, French, Spanish
* pdf files that can be downloaded from JJ/WBGSP website

Please note that applicants are encouraged to seek admissions in
institutions listed in the website under Universities to Study in
2009-2010.

Paper copies of completed applications and required documents should be sent to:

The World Bank
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
1818 H Street, NW - MSN J2-204
Washington, DC 20433
USA


Eligibility

To apply for a JJ/WBGSP scholarship under the Regular Program, an
applicant must:

* Be a national of a World Bank member country eligible to borrow.
* Applicants born before April 1, 1969 will not be considered.
* Have, by March 31, 2009, a t least 2 years of recent full time
professional experience acquired after a university degree, in the
applicant's home country or in another developing country.
* Hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
* Be in good health.
* Be of good character.
* Not be a permanent resident or a national of any industrialized country.
* Not be residing in an industrialized country for more than one year.
* Executive Directors, their alternates, staff of the World Bank
Group (the World Bank, International Finance Corporation,
International Development Association, Multilateral Investment
Guarantee Agency, and International Center for Settlement of
Investment Disputes), consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned
are excluded from consideration.

Program of Study

* Eligible applicants should propose a program of study related to
development at the master's level, in fields such as economics,
health, education, agriculture, environment, natural resource
management, or other development-related subject.
* The proposed program of study should start during the academic
year 2008/2009 for a maximum duration of two years. The JJ/WBGSP
Program does not support applicants who are already enrolled (i.e.,
taking classes) in graduate degree programs.
* Applicants should submit evidence of current unconditional
admission to at least one development-related university master's
degree program and are encouraged to submit application to a second
such program. Applicants are encouraged to apply to one of the
Program's cooperating universities which, other things equal, will
have priority in the scholarship award.
* The Program does not support studies in the applicant's home country.
* The Program does not support applicants for MBA, M.Phil. or Ph.D. degrees.
* The Program does not support legal studies such as J.D., L.L.M.
or S.J.D. except for L.L.M.'s related to human rights, environment, or
good governance.


Applications sent by fax or e-mail are not accepted.

The application together with ALL supporting documentation must be
received in the Scholarship Program Office by the deadline of March
31, 2009. Applicants should make the necessary provision to ensure
receipt of their application package before the deadline. The program
Secretariat is not responsible of any possible delay in mail delivery.

Due to the large volume of paperwork handled by the JJ/WBGSP
Secretariat, it is not possible to respond to telephone or mail
requests regarding the status of applications.

APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF RESULTS BY THE END OF JULY 2009.

This application form is neither valid for the Cooperating
Universities in Japan nor for JJ/WBGSP Partnership Programs.

For more information about the Cooperating Universities in Japan or
Partnership Programs, please visit the Program website. Continue Reading...

The Japan Indonesia Presidential Scholarship Program

Link: http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/WBI/EXTWBISFP/0,,contentMDK:22022947~menuPK:5711767~pagePK:64168445~piPK:64168309~theSitePK:551553,00.html

The Japan Indonesia Presidential Scholarship Program

Funded by a grant from the Government of Japan, the Japan Indonesia
Presidential Scholarship Program (GIPS) supports PhD studies in an
academic field of study covered by ten Indonesian Centers of
Excellence (CoE) participating in the program. Each of these newly
established Centers of Excellence is located at a leading higher
education institution in the country with a demonstrated track record
in the pursuit of excellence. The goal of the program is to promote
excellence in research in these Centers to support the Ministry of
National Education in its mission to improve the quality of higher
education and research in the country.

Who can apply?

Candidates can apply if they

* are 45 years or younger
* have a master's degree from a recognized university; outstanding
candidates with a bachelor's degree could be exceptionally considered
for a fast-track Master-PhD program
* have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or more (on a scale of 4) in both
bachelor and master degrees
* are a national and resident of Indonesia

Full-time lecturer and/or researcher in a Center of Excellence (CoE)
or equivalent institution in Indonesia are encouraged to apply.
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Attention!
The deadline to apply for the Japan Indonesia Presidential Scholarship
program is February 13, 2009 Continue Reading...

PhD Opportunity at Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research

Job opportunity at the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine
Research, Department of
Climate Sciences, (starting as soon as possible)
Ph.D. student in combining gravity and ocean data in inverse ocean models
(Entg.Gr. 13/2 TVöD)
Satellite-based gravity observations in combination with sea surface
height measurements from
satellite altimetry can provide valuable information for estimates of
the ocean circulation. Traditionally
this information is available in a form that is difficult to interpret
in the context of ocean models.
Recently, new earth gravity models have been developed at the
Institute for Geodesy and
Geoinformation of the Bonn University that resolve this issue.
With the German Research Foundation (DFG) priority programme 1257
"Mass transport and mass
distribution in the system Earth" (http://www.massentransporte.de,
project RIFUGIO), these new
gravity field models will be combined with oceanic observations and
ocean models. One of the goals is
to investigate in process studies, how consistent information from
gravity field modelling is with current
ocean models, and how the new gravity models can contribute to
understanding the ocean circulation.
In close cooperations with members of the partner project at Bonn
University, these insights will be
used to find new estimates of the ocean circulation.
Tasks: Simulations with simple and complex inverse models of the ocean
circulation in close
collaboration with members of the partner project at Bonn University;
preparation and analysis of
observational data.
Requirements: Degree in oceanography, meteorology or physics (or
comparable fields with a sound
physical/mathematic education). A strong background in hydrodynamics,
oceanography and
mathematics is essential; strong interest in numerical studies;
experience with programming
languages (Fortran) and with large computer architectures;
sufficiently good oral and written English.
The position is limited to three years.
For further information, please contact Dr. M. Losch (Martin.Losch@awi.de).
Severely disabled applicants with essentially identical technical and
personal suitability will be
preferentially selected, please see our notification on our homepage
under job offers / jobs.
AWI specifically encourages female candidates to apply with a view
towards increasing the proportion
of female scientists.
AWI supports balanced work-life career development via a variety of
alternatives.
Please forward your applications by February 06, 2009 under reference
number 6/KLI to: Alfred-
Wegener-Institut for Polar- and Marine Research, Personal Department,
Postfach 12 01 61,
27515 Bremerhaven (http://www.awi.de) Continue Reading...

2 PhD positions: probabilistic wind energy FX

Positions 2 PhD students

Topic
Probabilitstic wind energy production forecasting

Goal
to combine innovative and established concepts for probabilistic wind
energy production forecasts with 0.5 to 10 days lead time

Awarded degree
PhD in Atmospheric Science

Qualifications:
degree in atmospheric science, meteorology, mathematics, statistics,
physics or related fields
independence and problem-solving skills
overly-developed curiosity
strong scientific computing skills
excellent communication and social interaction skills (at least for one
of the positions, which requires intensive contact with wind energy
companies)

Funding
initially 3 years through the Translational Research Program of the
Austrian Science Foundation
75% of full time salary (approx: 1.8 k€ per month gross income)

About us:
Institute of Meteorology and Geophysics: areas of specialization
include weather analysis and forecasting, and – being located in a prime
Alpine spot - effects of mountains on atmosphere, hydrosphere and
cryosphere.
http://imgi.uibk.ac.at

Applications:
with CV in pdf format to georg.mayr@uibk.ac.at
first round of consideration of applications: 5 February 2009

Inquiries:
Prof. Georg Mayr
georg.mayr@uibk.ac.at
Tel: +43 512 507 5459





Thanks,

Georg Mayr
--
Institute of Meteorology and Geophysics
University of Innsbruck, Innrain 52
6020 Innsbruck, Austria
e-mail: georg.mayr@uibk.ac.at
tel: +43 512 507 5459 fax: +43 512 507 2924
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2 postdoc positions available on megacities and chemical forecasting: Service d'Aeronomie/IPSL (Paris, France)

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2 Post-doctoral research positions available at the
Service d'Aeronomie(IPSL)/ UniversitÈ Paris VI, Paris, France
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Two post-doc positions are available at the Service d'Aeronomie,
in Paris, to work within two international projects funded
by the European Commission. Both projects focus on the chemical
composition of the atmosphere at the global and regional scales.

The objective of the CITYZEN (MegaCITY Zoom for the ENvironment) project is
to quantify and understand current air pollution distributions and
development in and around selected megacities/hot spot regions, including
the interaction across the different spatial scales and to estimate how
megacities/hot spots may be influencing climate change. The project
involves 13 groups from Europe and Asia; the work performed at
the Service d'Aeronomie will focus on the concentrations and deposition of
air pollutants in megacities over the last decade, the quantification of
export fluxes from megacities, the quantification of past and present
greenhouse gas and aerosol emissions from urban agglomeration areas over
the last two decades and analysis of satellite data.

The goal of the MACC (Monitoring Atmospheric Composition and Climate)
project is to develop a forecasting system for atmospheric composition
at the global and regional scales. The project involves 44 groups from
different European countries. The work carried out at the Service
d'Aeronomie concerns the scientific evaluation of the integrated global
forecasting of reactive gases in the troposphere and stratosphere.
It includes an extended evaluation of the model products using
independent data and the analysis of well-defined cases studies.

In both projects, the research will be carried out in close collaboration
with the scientists involved in the other themes of the project, and
the applicant is expected to participate in the scientific meetings
of the projects.

Applications are invited from post-doctoral researchers with a PhD in
environmental sciences or similar experience. Experience in modelling is
desirable together with knowledge of computer programming (Unix, Fortran,
IDL) and english. Both positions are for 3 years. The positions are open
until filled.

If interested please send your CV including email addresses of 3 referees
to claire.granier@aero.jussieu.fr. The Service d'Aeronomie is located
in central Paris at the Jussieu campus (http://www.aero.jussieu.fr).
It is a joint CNRS/University laboratory which is also part of the
Institut Pierre Simon Laplace (IPSL). It carries out research into a
wide range of topics related to atmospheric science. Continue Reading...

PhD position The Institute for Coastal Research "Systemanalyse und Modellierung" in Geesthacht (near Hamburg, Germany)

The GKSS Research Centre is located in Geesthacht near Hamburg, Germany,
with a further centre in Teltow near Berlin, and is a member of the
Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres (HGF). With its
approximately 800 employees it undertakes, in collaboration with
universities and industry, research and development in the areas of
coastal research, materials research, regenerative medicine, and structure
research with neutrons and synchrotron radiation.

The Institute for Coastal Research "Systemanalyse und Modellierung" in
Geesthacht (near Hamburg, Germany), invites applications for a

PhD position - Code-No. 2009/KS 1

Appointment will begin as soon as possible and will be for three years.

The determination of the initial status of the forecast in numerical
weather forecast is based on the assimilation of observational data. These
data are mainly temperature, wind, and humidity from synoptical weather
stations, but also atmospheric quantities derived from satellite
measurements become important in recent years. New satellite missions help
to get a more detailed picture of the atmosphere. Also the assimilation
techniques developed further. Presently measured data are not just used to
define the initial state of a weather forecast model, but can also be
assimilated into a the model during run time. This technique is of special
interest in hindcasting, i.e. for long time simulations of past years.

Aim of the PhD thesis to improve the quality of long time hindcast
simulations with a regional climate model by assimilating high resolution
measurements into the model simulations. The main focus is to study the
effect on the regional water cycle. The work is part of the research
network "Earth Observation System" in the Helmholtz association.

We offer an appropriate salary, related to TV-AVH as well as the usual
public sector social benefits. GKSS is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer seeking to increase the proportion of female faculty
members. Qualified women are therefore especially encouraged to apply.
Physically handicapped persons will be favoured if they are equally
qualified. The GKSS strongly supports equal opportunities.

Please send your application with our code-No. 2009/KS 1 including CV and
references to GKSS-Forschungszentrum Geesthacht GmbH, Personalabteilung,
Max-Planck-Str. 1, 21502 Geesthacht or via e-mail to personal@gkss.de.

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Ilona Liesner
GKSS-Forschungszentrum Geesthacht GmbH
Institut für Küstenforschung/Institute of Coastal Research
Max-Planck-Str. 1
21502 Geesthacht / Germany
Tel.: +49-(0)4152-87-1830
Fax: +49-(0)4152-87-2832
eMail: ilona.liesner@gkss.de

Geschäftsführer / Board of Management:
Prof. Dr.Wolfgang A. Kaysser, Dipl.-Ing. Michael Ganß
Vors. d. Aufsichtsrats/Chairman of Supervisory Board: MinDir. Hartmut
Grübel
Handelsregister / Commercial Register:
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The International Priority Graduate Program (PGP) Ritsumeikan University Supported by Monbusho

http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/eng/international_programs/grad_programs/pgp/application_pgp.shtml

Ritsumeikan University
APPLICATION GUIDELINES (PGP) 2009
The Japanese Ministry of Education, Science, Sports and Culture (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)
HOST UNIVERSITY RECOMMENDATION SCHOLARSHIP
"The International Priority Graduate Program (PGP)"

The Monbukagakusho offers scholarships to international students with
recommendations from their host universities under the following
guidelines:

I. ELIGIBILITY AND CONDITIONS

1) Applicants must be graduate students who will newly enter Japan for
the purpose of study.

2) Nationality
Applicants must have nationality of a country that is recognized by
the Japanese government as of April 1, 2009.

3) Age
Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1974.

4) Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have at least an undergraduate degree.

5) Major Fields
Applicants must specialize in the same or related field as their area
of study in their home university. It must also be a field in which
the applicant can receive supervision and guidance at the institution
where the applicant has been admitted.

6) Language
All courses at this program are conducted in English. Applicants must
possess a sufficiently high level of English proficiency to be able to
take classes in English.

7) Health
Applicants must be in both good physical and mental health.

8) Arrival in Japan
Applicants must arrive in Japan on the date designated by the host
institution in mid-September, 2009. Applicants will be notified of
further details regarding arrival in Japan at a later date. Neither
travel allowances nor lump-sums will be provided in cases where travel
to Japan is not possible between the designated dates.

9) Application Deadline
Ritsumeikan will undertake preliminary screening of applications prior
to forwarding them to the Monbukagakusho (in addition to other
documents prepared by the university). Completed applications must be
submitted with all necessary documents to the Ritsumeikan University
International Center at Kinugasa Campus or Biwako-Kusatsu Campus,
depending upon the Graduate School you are applying to (address
written below) by February 8, 2009. Faxes are also acceptable,
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JSPS Invitation Fellowship Program for Research in Japan (Long Term)

http://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-inv/guide_l_set.htm

JSPS Invitation Fellowship Program for Research in Japan (Long Term)
FY2009 (2009-2010)

# OUTLINE OF THE FELLOWSHIP

The JSPS Invitation Fellowship for Research in Japan (Long Term) is
offered to promote international scientific cooperation and exchange.
It allows researchers employed at designated Japanese research
institutions to invite fellow researchers from other countries to
Japan to participate in cooperative activities at their research
institutions.
Applications for this program must be submitted to JSPS by a host
researcher in Japan through the head of his/her university or
institution.
# FIELDS OF RESEARCH

All fields of the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences are
included under this program.
# HOST RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS


The applicant (host researcher) must be a researcher who is employed
full-time or classified as being employed full-time at a university or
research institution of the types listed in Table I(CSV 29KB)(as of
September 1,2008). Fellows must conduct their research at the host's
affiliated institution.

* Full-time employment classification is determined by the regulations
of the host institution.

** If a host researcher's institution is not listed in the Table,
please consult him/her. Other institutions can be eligible for the
program if they take the necessary registration procedures and are
regarded as eligible by JSPS.
# ELIGIBILITY


The candidate must be a researcher with a research background
equivalent to that of a professor, assistant professor or research
associate in a Japanese university. As a rule, s/he should be employed
full time in an overseas research institution in a country that has
diplomatic relations with Japan. (JSPS treats Taiwanese and
Palestinian researchers in this manner.) Other researchers may be
eligible if they have held a doctorate degree for a period of more
than six years prior to April 1, 2009. If the candidate is of Japanese
nationality, s/he must have lived abroad and been activity engaged in
research for a period of over 10 years.

# NUMBER OF FELLOWSHIPS AWARDED

Approximately 70 fellowships will be granted .
# DURATION AND COMMENCEMENT OF FELLOWSHIPS
1) Fellowships are awarded for a period of 2 months (61 days) to 10 months.
2) Successful candidates must start the Fellowship in Japan during
the following period:
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Call for Application: Green Water Research

http://www.ifs.se/Programme/Announcements/Call_for_applications_GreenWater_2008.pdf

The majority of countries in need of increasing food security are
located in Sub‐Saharan Africa and South‐East Asia. The farmers in many
of these countries, especially in semi‐arid areas, have to cope with
highly variable and unpredictable rainfall, short rainy seasons,
recurrent drought all exacerbated by high evaporation rates. Yet,
agriculture in these areas is essentially rain‐fed. There is of course
scope for using "blue water" (i.e. runoff water, water from rivers,
ground waters, lakes) in these challenged countries but as these
resources are finite and often over‐committed, the exploitation of
other water sources needs to be optimised. Green water is an important
part of the solution to the problem.
More research on green water is necessary
Water from rain suffers losses through run‐off, low infiltration, poor
conditions of root development and soil erosion. Efforts need to be
made to improve the efficiency of rainwater use to deliver more green
water for use by the plants, especially for the benefit of small
farmers in arid and semi‐arid countries. To contribute to achieving
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Visiting Fellowship The Leverhulme Trust UK

http://www.leverhulme.ac.uk/grants_awards/grants/visiting_fellowships/#h2-2

The Trustees are offering Visiting Fellowships to a number of UK
universities to enable them to invite one or two visitors to the UK
for the purpose of research and collaboration. Universities not on the
rota of institutions selected by the Trustees may not apply directly
to the Trust under this scheme.
Aim

To enable one or two post-doctoral academic researchers (normally with
no more than eight years post-doctoral experience) to visit the UK
university for the purpose of research and collaboration. Visiting
Fellows are encouraged to give lectures and seminars and to
participate in the intellectual life of the institution.
Eligible Applicants

2008/2009 academic year:

* Aberystwyth University / Prifysgol Aberystwyth
* University of Brighton
* Brunel University
* University of Dundee
* Keele University
* Liverpool Hope University
* London South Bank University
* Napier University
* Newport, University of Wales / Casnewydd, Prifysgol Cymru
* University of Northampton
* University of Ulster
* University of Worcester

Eligible Fields

Visiting Fellows may be in any field.
Eligible Duration And Timing

Between 9 and 12 consecutive months for each Visiting Fellow.
Eligible Costs

* Subsistence expenses of up to £1,800 per month;
* spouse allowance of up to £3,900 for an accompanying spouse/partner;
* return fare for the Fellow and spouse/partner;
* London allowance of up to £2,600 for the Fellow;
* up to £750 for travel within the UK for the Fellow for research
trips, conferences, etc.

Value

Dependent on particular circumstances of application.
Ineligible Elements

* bench fees;
* overheads and other indirect costs

Application Procedure

Only universities on the rota selected by the Trustees may nominate
Fellows. Individuals from overseas wishing to undertake a Visiting
Fellowship should approach the relevant university to determine
internal selection procedures. Individuals should NOT contact the
Leverhulme Trust directly.
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ITTO Fellowship Programme

http://www.itto.or.jp/live/PageDisplayHandler?pageId=171

ITTO offers fellowships through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to
promote human resource development and to strengthen professional
expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and related
disciplines. The goal is to promote the sustainable management of
tropical forests, the efficient use and processing of tropical timber,
and better economic information about the international trade in
tropical timber.

As of December 2006, the Programme, which began in 1989, has enabled
more than 900 young and mid-career people from over 40 countries
working for government, research institutions, civil society and the
private sector to pursue their professional development and improve
their career prospects. The total value of fellowships awarded to date
amounts to about US$5.2 million; the Programme supports mainly
short-term activities, such as participation in international
conferences, training courses and study tours, but also helps people
to prepare manuals and monographs and provides small grants for
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The International Scholar Exchange Fellowship for the year 2009-2010: Korea Foundation

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

Fields of Research

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

Number of Supported Fellows

* Approximately 50 fellows per year Qualifications
* University faculty members and institution researchers from
Asian countries
* Those who are 50 years of age or younger, as of submission deadline
* Those who have a doctoral degree

Application Materials

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

Details of Financial Support

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

Schedule

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

Contact:
The Korea Foundation for Advanced Studies 678-39,
Yoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu
Seoul 135-915, Korea
Tel : 82-2-557-5681
Fax : 82-2-557-5684
Email: isef@kfas.or.kr
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Scholarships for Developing Countries in Switzerland 2009

The Sawiris Scholarships promote doctoral research for the benefit of
developing countries. The projects have to be innovative and develop a
method or product, which is directly relevant for improving the
livelihoods of poor people in developing countries.

The application procedure varies depending on the relationship that
the doctoral candidate has with the ETH Zurich.

Criteria for candidates without link to the ETH Zurich

Eligibility

To be admitted to the selection process, the application has to fulfil
the following requirements:

The candidate

* Preference will be given to citizens of least developed
countries and other low-income countries according to the OECD
classification.
* The entrance requirements for doctoral studies at the ETH Zurich
have to be fulfilled.
http://www.rektorat.ethz.ch/doctorate/application/who/index_EN
* Experience in the selected research area is required.

The research project

* The proposal is of high scientific quality.
* The research topic is innovative and relevant for development.
* The ecological, socio-economic and cultural context has been
taken into account.
* Reasonable results can be expected in the given timeframe.
* The expected impact of the research is high for the intended target group.

The partnership

1. Projects involving a research partner from a developing country
have to be based on the KFPE principles.
2. All partners have been involved in project formulation and development.
3. All partners make a substantial in-kind or cash commitment.
4. The project is integrated into the general activities of the
involved institutions.
5. Preference will be given to projects with partners in least
developed countries and other low-income countries according to the
OECD classification.

Application procedure

For candidates who do not yet have a supervisor at the ETH Zurich the
application procedure consists of two steps.

First step – The candidate has to submit a concept note (details see
below) to the North-South Centre. The deadline for submitting concept
notes is June 30. In case that a suitable supervisor at the ETH Zurich
can be identified and that he/she is ready to accept the candidate as
a doctoral student, the supervisor can submit the full proposal.

Second step – Full proposals can be submitted to the North-South
Centre by the supervising ETH professor once a year. The deadline is
February 15 of the subsequent year.

Concept note

* The proposed research has to be concerned with the development
of a method or product, which is directly relevant to poor people in
developing countries.
* The research topic has to be within the thematic scope of ETH Zurich.
* A potential research group at the ETH Zurich, where the proposed
research could be embedded, has to be identified.
http://www.ethz.ch/research/index_EN
* The CV of the candidate and three references have to be provided.
* The research outline should not exceed 3000 characters (with spaces).
* Relevant own publications or relevant earlier activities by the
candidate should be indicated.

Full proposal

A scholarship of CHF 150'000 can be granted per proposal for a period
of three years. The application in electronic form has to be submitted
by the professor of the ETH Zurich who has accepted to supervise the
candidate. The proposal of maximum 15 pages has to include the
following information:

Proposal

Cover page including executive summary
Clearly defined and justified objectives
Problem definition, state of research (own and others) and references
(to be included into appendix)
Project description, hypotheses, innovativeness of the research,
research methodology, and corresponding logical framework matrix.
Description of the institutional framework and partnership, explaining
the contribution of all involved partners (if applicable)
Supervision and backstopping
Work plan with milestones
Critical assessment of chances and risks
Expected results and strategy for their implementation (method or
product to be developed and its relevance to end users)
Detailed budget for each year of the scholarship, differentiating all
funding sources including those of the ETH chair and partner
contributions (financial or in-kind)

Appendix

* Letters of support from all involved partner institutions
* Motivation letter with career intentions of the candidate
* CV of the candidate with references
* List of 5 independent reviewers
* Personal references

Selection procedure and reporting

* The proposals will first be reviewed by independent scientists
of the relevant field and then evaluated by the expanded subcommittee
grants of the North-South Centre as specified in the contract with the
Sawiris Foundation.
* The candidates of all accepted projects will be informed about
the contractual requirements and reporting procedures (technical and
financial).

Further Scholarship Infomation and Information
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International Internship in Asia and Europe

AIESEC Local Committe Bandung challenge you to have an international
internship in Europe and Asia !

detail :
- countries available : India, China, Malaysia,
Philippines, Ukraine, Turkey, Poland, Russia.
- working area : development internship in issues of HIV/AIDS,
children, education, cultural, entrepreneurship, csr,rural
development,and environment.

Requirement :
max 30 years old
fluent in english

How to apply :
Please send your :
1. CV + photograph (max 2 pages, pdf format)
2. Application form (ask by request to : dessy.marlissa@gmail.com)
3. Scanned of TOEFL Score
4. motivation letter (pdf format)
in one zip folder naming : (DT_surname)
to : globalxprogram.aiesecbandung@gmail.com
deadline of application : 15th february 2009


www.aiesec.org/indonesia/bandung/
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Fulbright Presidential Scholarship Program (Ph.D. Program)

Fulbright Presidential Scholarship Program (Ph.D. Program)
AMINEF

The American Indonesia Exchange Foundation (AMINEF) is pleased to announce the availability of approximately 40 new Fulbright scholarships under the aegis of the Fulbright Presidential Scholarship Program to pursue Ph.D. degree in the United States for the 2009-2010 academic year. The Fulbright Program in Indonesia promotes mutual understanding between the Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America through educational exchange and academic scholarship. Fulbright scholarships are available to Indonesian citizens with the appropriate qualifications as stipulated in the program descriptions listed below.
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS

Preference will be given to applicants who serve or plan to serve as faculty members of state and private institutions of higher education in Indonesia and have not previously received any Fulbright scholarship.

Applicants will possess:

* a Master’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.00 scale).
* demonstrated leadership qualities.
* a good understanding of Indonesian and other cultures.
* a deep commitment to the chosen field of study.
* a determination to return to Indonesia upon completion of the Fulbright program and to take up academic positions in higher education upon their return.
* a TOEFL score.

Note: Based on recent changes in US institution requirements, the TOEFL requirement for this program has been changed. The new requirement is as follows: "Generally, the TOEFL requirement for PhD program is 575 and above. However, in certain fields a score of 550 and above will be considered."

* (Grant duration is 3 years.)
DISCIPLINES

All disciplines and fields of study are eligible for a Fulbright award. Priority fields are: Social Sciences, Religious Studies, Science and Engineering, Law, and Education—specifically, English Teaching and Higher Education Administration.
HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should complete the appropriate application forms. Forms are available either by mail or in person at the AMINEF Office, Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th floor, Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya 4, Jakarta 10720.

Please return to AMINEF your complete application package by the application deadline that includes:

* Completed application form. This includes a clearly written and concise study objective.
* Copy of your most recent, less than two years old, TOEFL score report.
* One letter of reference, either from your current employer or previous lecturer.
* Copy of academic transcript (English translation).
* Copy of identity document (KTP or passport).

CONTACT INFORMATION

Specific questions regarding the application process are accepted via e-mail at the following address: infofulbright_ind@aminef.or.id. We do not accept email applications. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to American Indonesian Exchange Foundation.
DEADLINE

The deadline for the submission of application materials for this program is May 31, 2009.

Note: Program requirements are subject to change without notice.

To download form click here
http://www.aminef.or.id/file/fulbright/2009%20FULBRIGHT%20APPLICATION%20FORM.doc

For more information please visit:
http://www.aminef.or.id/fulbright.php?site=fulbright&m=ip-pro-phd-phdpresidential

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ADB - Japan Scholarship Program and Fulbright Presidential Scholarship

ADB - Japan Scholarship Program, School of International Health University
of Tokyo University of
Tokyo

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. The ADB-JSP enrolls about 300 students annually in 20 academic institutions located in 10 countries within the Region.

School of International Health, University of Tokyo is one of institutions participating in this ADB-JSP scholarship program.

Below is one of programs offered :

* Master/Doctorate in Public Health (International Health)

SCHOLARSHIP DESCRIPTION

The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.

* full tuition fees
* a monthly subsistence and housing allowance
* an allowance for books and instructional materials
* medical insurance
* travel expenses

The scholarship is for one year with an extension to the second year of study, as appropriate, which shall be conditional on the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of performance as determined by the institute. The maximum duration of scholarship award is two years for masters and doctorate programs.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

* A national of an ADB borrowing member country (applicants from countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible for the ADB-JSP Scholarship).
* Gained admission to an approved post graduate course in any of the participating academic institutions. (School of International Health, University of Tokyo)
* A bachelor's degree or its equivalent with superior academic record.
* At least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience
* Proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies.
* Not more than 35 years old at the time of application.
* In good health.
* Should agree to return to his/her home county after completion of studies under the Program.
* Staff of participating academic institutions are not eligible for the Scholarship.
* Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of ADB, consultants, and relatives of the aforementioned are not eligible for the Scholarship.
* Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management and staff of the other international organizations are not eligible for the Scholarship.
* Applicants living or working in a country other than his/her home country are not eligible for the Scholarship.

Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
MORE INFORMATION

Prof. Masamine Jimba
Professor, Department of International Cummunity Health,
School of International Health,
Graduate School of Medicine
E-mail: adb@m.u-tokyo.ac.jp

7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku Tokyo
113-0033, Japan
(Attn: Director, School of International Health) Graduate School of Medicine

Or you can also visit ADB- Japan Scholarship Program's website at www.adb.org/jsp for detail information about this program
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