Scholarship Beasiswa | McFarlane PhD, UK

UK | University of Edinburgh, The McFarlane PhD Scholarship

Scholarship Description : One scholarship will be awarded to the best full time applicant who meets the criteria below and is accepted onto a PhD in History. The value of the award is £15,000 per year for the duration of the recipient`s PhD degree programme (usually three years subject to satisfactory progress).

The Scholarship will cover the UK/EU rate of tuition fees, a stipend and research allowance (£450).

The scholarship is funded by a leading financier and his wife who have pledged their support for a new historical centre at the University of Edinburgh, which will study the influence of Scots abroad.

Investment fund manager Alan McFarlane and his wife, Anne, have donated £1 Million to the Scottish Centre for Diaspora Studies, to support two PhD scholarships in perpetuity and provide 10 undergraduate access bursaries to help students in financial need. The gift is believed to be the largest private donation to a history-related project at a British University. The McFarlanes are both Edinburgh graduates.

Criteria
Applicants for the scholarship must be able to demonstrate the relevance of their proposed project to the history of Scottish emigration and/or the impact of Scottish mobility on overseas countries or related themes. Proposals may focus on any period from the medieval centuries to recent times.

Successful applicants will become members of the Scottish Centre of Diaspora Studies, directed by Professor Tom Devine, and participate in the Centre`s activities, including its graduate workshop in Diaspora Studies.

Informal enquiries about the awards can be made to Dr Enda Delaney or Dr Alexander Murdoch, Acting Co-Directors of the Centre.

Applying
Two references, evidence of qualifications and a research proposal are also required but these will be taken from your EUCLID study application.

Completed application forms must be received by Scholarships and Student Funding Services no later than 31 May 2011.

Eligible applicants should complete an online application form.
Postgraduate Research Scholarship Online Application

A Selection Committee will meet in June 2011 to select the scholarship holder. The winner of the scholarship will be announced by the end of June 2011.

Contact detail

Scholarships and Financial Support
Scholarships and Student Funding Services
Old College, South Bridge
Edinburgh
EH8 9YL
United Kingdom
Tel : +44 (0)131 651 4070
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Email (Scholarships): scholarships@ed.ac.uk

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PhD Scholarship, Sweden

Scholarship Beasiswa | PhD Scholarship in Biophysical Chemistry

Last Day of Applying: 31 January 2011

Scholarship Overview :
The position is linked to the research project "Molecular basis of heat and desiccation tolerance of bacterial cells and spores", funded by Nestec Ltd, Lund University and the Swedish Research Council. The research work will be carried out at the Division of Biophysical Chemistry, which belongs to the Center for Molecular Protein Science in the Department of Chemistry. The Division is located at Lund University`s Center for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (Kemicentrum). Kemicentrum is one of the largest research units for chemistry in Scandinavia with a staff of ca 400 and a yearly research budget of ca 350 million SEK. Research within the Division of Biophysical Chemistry ranges from water physics and nuclear spin relaxation theory to fundamental and applied problems in the life sciences, with a focus on protein interactions and dynamics.

Job assignments
All known life forms depend on water, but certain organisms, including bacteria, can survive lengthy periods of extreme dehydration (desiccation). This anhydrobiosis phenomenon is often coupled to high intracellular levels of certain disaccharides. The most stress tolerant life forms are endospores. These survival capsules, produced by some bacteria when deprived of nutrients, can remain in a metabolically dormant state for many years.

The aim of your research in this project is to elucidate the molecular mechanisms of desiccation tolerance and heat resistance in vegetative bacteria and endospores. These mechanisms likely involve protein stability and mobility, membrane permeability and enzyme activity. All of these factors are strongly influenced by biomolecule-water interactions. A major focus of the project is therefore to characterize the physical properties of water and proteins in intact cells and spores under different external conditions. This can be done with a specialized nuclear magnetic resonance technique, Magnetic Relaxation Dispersion (MRD), by measuring how the spin relaxation rate of deuterium nuclei depends on the applied magnetic field strength. For more information on the MRD technique, see: E Persson & B Halle, Cell water dynamics on multiple time scales, Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 105, 6266 (2008), and E P Sunde, P Setlow, L Hederstedt & B Halle, The physical state of water in bacterial spores, Proc Natl Acad Sci USA 106, 19334 (2009).

Your main research activities in this project will be MRD and other biophysical experiments, quantitative analysis of the resulting data, and development and testing of models of desiccation tolerance and heat resistance. You will also culture bacteria and prepare samples for MRD measurements. Strains of vegetative bacteria and ultrapure endospore preparations will be supplied by collaboration partners in the project: Nestlé Research Center, Lausanne (bacterial strains) and prof Peter Setlow, University of Connecticut (endospores). These collaboration partners will also contribute microbiological expertise.

The resistance of bacteria and endospores to extreme environmental stress is not only a fascinating biological phenomenon. Inactivation of pathogenic bacteria and endospores that can survive in a desiccated state and also withstand high temperatures is of vital concern in the food industry. An interesting question that also will be addressed in the project is how to use fundamental understanding of molecular mechanisms to improve existing methods for inactivating contaminating bacteria or endospores in food preparations.

As a doctoral student you will mainly be working with your research project, but you can also be given other tasks, such as teaching or instrument responsibilities. If you engage in undergraduate teaching, the PhD position will be extended by a corresponding period. Within the project you will travel to visit collaborating laboratories and to participate in international conferences.

Regulations for employment as a postgraduate student can be found in the Swedish Statute Book (SFS 1998:80).

Eligibility/Entry Requirements
The general eligibility requirement for doctoral studies is a university degree of at least 240 ECTS credits, including at least 60 credits at an advanced level.

We also welcome applications from highly motivated students who have not yet obtained their degree but will do so in the first half of 2011.

Basis of Assessment
Employment as a doctoral student can only be granted if you have been accepted to the PhD study program. The selection to this program is based on an assessment of your ability to perform well in and benefit from the program. The assessment considers the following aspects in particular:

1. Documented knowledge and skills relevant to the research project and study results in particularly relevant courses.
2. Ability to work independently and to formulate and solve scientific problems. Such abilities can be demonstrated, for example, in a Master Thesis or in a discussion of scientific problems during a possible interview.
3. Other experience relevant to postgraduate studies, such as professional experience.

The specific eligibility requirement for this PhD position is an advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics or a related discipline, including at least 50 credits of courses in mathematics, computer programming and molecular physics / biophysics or physical chemistry / biophysical chemistry.

Knowledge of and practical experience with nuclear magnetic resonance, protein science and/or microbiology is considered a merit.
We are seeking a highly motivated student with the ability to perform high-quality research work.
An excellent command of written and spoken English is a prerequisite.


Apply now

For further information please contact:

Bertil Halle, Professor
046-222 95 16
bertil.halle@bpc.lu.se

www.cmps.lu.se/bpc

Labour uni0n
SACO: Mats Cedervall
046-222 75 16
mats.cedervall@eit.lth.se

OFR/S: Rita Nilsson
046-222 93 62
st@st.lu.se

University of Edinburgh - Principal`s Career Development PhD Scholarships

Scholarship beasiswa | Principal`s Career Development PhD Scholarships at University of Edinburgh

Scholarship Description :

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In order to attract the best and brightest PhD students, the University seeks to offer not only unparalleled research facilities and superb supervision, but also to provide development opportunities which will support our research students as they progress beyond their PhD, through an innovative programme of integrated research, training andcareer development.

This exciting new scholarship scheme provides a valuable opportunity for postgraduate research students to undertake a package of training and development which will help them to develop the necessary skills required to meet their career choices and offer them a breadth of development opportunities in areas such as teaching, public engagement, entrepreneurship, and research.

Scholars will usually focus on one career development area. These include:

Teaching

University, and particularly undergraduate, teaching will be the area that many Career Development PhD scholars focus on. The level of teaching contribution will vary among the disciplines, commonly in the region of 180 hours per academic session. This will be combined with associated tasks such as marking or demonstrating, e-tutoring or group facilitation, perhaps with some lecturing or course development experience towards the end of the three years.

Public Engagement

Other scholars will concentrate on public engagement, disseminating and promoting research to audiences beyond the University. This might include giving public talks; seeking public input into research; or working with science centres or museums. Such activities will help to encourage a greater understanding about the issues and possibilities that develop from research.

Entrepreneurship

Looking at new ways of encouraging innovative approaches to the utilization of research will be the focus for some scholars. This might include being introduced to such areas as intellectual property and patents, learning how to set up a business or spin-out company, as well as business and industrial placements.

Research

Some scholars may contribute to other research-related activities beyond their specific PhD topic. Examples include systematic reviews or trials, data collection or analysis, journal editing, preparing briefings and materials for publication and presentation in our Schools, Colleges and Support Groups.

Award
Each scholarship will cover the UK/EU rate of tuition fee (about £3,500 in 2011-2012) as well as a stipend which will increase each year.

In 2011-2012 the level of stipend will be £14,000.

In 2012-2013 this will increase to £14,500, and in year three the level will be £15,000.

Subject to satisfactory progress, the awards are tenable for up to three years.

Eligibility
The awards are open to UK, EU and overseas students applying to study for a research degree in 2011-2012. Award applicants should contact the School with whom they intend to study before applying for the award to ascertain whether the funding is available for the discipline involved.

Applicants must have already applied for admission to a full-time PhD research programme of study at the University.

They must be of outstanding academic merit and research potential. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent.

Other factors such as financial status, nationality and the proposed field of study are not taken into account.

The University will not generally consider candidates who have already obtained a PhD, or formal equivalent, as a result of direct research training.

Candidates are required to have good English Language skills with scholarship applicants normally requiring a minimum IELTS of 7.0.

Selection Procedure
The University will use the information you provide on your scholarship application form together with the information contained in the supporting documentation (two references and academic transcript) which you submitted as part of your application for admission to administer and assess your scholarship application and to select successful applicants.

Shortlisted candidates should expect to be invited to attend an interview which will take place either in person or by telephone.

The winners of the scholarship will be announced by Friday 29 April 2011.

Scholarships and Student Funding Services
The University of Edinburgh
Old College
South Bridge
Edinburgh, EH8 9YL
Work: +44 (0)131 651 4070
Fax: +44 (0)131 651 4066
Email: scholarships@ed.ac.uk

http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/student-funding/postgraduate/uk-eu/university-scholarships/development

Beasiswa Scholarships : Master & PhD Scholarship in KIST (Korea Institute Science and Technology)

Master & PhD Scholarship in KIST (Korea Institute Science and Technology) :
  Scholarships : The scholarship awardees will be provided with a monthly stipend 900,000 Korean won(around US $800) for Master, and 1,200,000 Korean won (around US $1,100) for Ph.D. programs throughout their study. No tuition or registration fees are charged.
All applicants need to submit below documents including online application form.

- Completed Application Form plus Photo (image file)
- Statement of Purpose
- Housing Application (if applicable)
- Resume (Curriculum Vitae)
- SEALED Recommendation Letters (two)
- Undergraduate & Graduate Degree Diplomas (Official registrar from your
institution needs to confirm that copy of diploma is identical with the origin.)
- SEALED Official Undergraduate & Graduate Transcripts (1 copy each),
Including Grade-Point Average (GPA)
Please submit a transcript after seal an envelope.
- Score report for English Test (TOEFL or IELTS or TOEIC or TEPS).
Please submit the original certificate or make an overture to us about relevant
website with login details to verify it.
- Two Photos (Passport Size)
All applicants should keep in mind the admission timetable in IRDA as follows.
Applications for the IRDA program will be accepted twice annually. Admission periods are for both the Fall and Spring semesters. The current deadlines are as follows:
for Fall Semester: by April 15
for Spring Semester: by October 15
Applicants are strongly recommended to submit their application package before the application deadline. The admission approval notification is made no later than 30 days before the beginning of the semester.
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Master & PhD Scholarship in KIST (Korea Institute Science and Technology)

The scholarship awardees will be provided with a monthly stipend 900,000 Korean won(around US $800) for Master, and 1,200,000 Korean won (around US $1,100) for Ph.D. programs throughout their study. No tuition or registration fees are charged.
All applicants need to submit below documents including online application form.
(On-line application)- Completed Application Form plus Photo (image file)
- Statement of Purpose
- Housing Application (if applicable)(Upload file through the on-line application system)- Resume (Curriculum Vitae)
(By postal mailing)- SEALED Recommendation Letters (two)
- Undergraduate & Graduate Degree Diplomas (Official registrar from your
institution needs to confirm that copy of diploma is identical with the origin.)
- SEALED Official Undergraduate & Graduate Transcripts (1 copy each),
Including Grade-Point Average (GPA)
Please submit a transcript after seal an envelope.
- Score report for English Test (TOEFL or IELTS or TOEIC or TEPS).
Please submit the original certificate or make an overture to us about relevant
website with login details to verify it.
- Two Photos (Passport Size)
All applicants should keep in mind the admission timetable in IRDA as follows.
Applications for the IRDA program will be accepted twice annually. Admission periods are for both the Fall and Spring semesters. The current deadlines are as follows:
for Fall Semester: by April 15
for Spring Semester: by October 15
Applicants are strongly recommended to submit their application package before the application deadline. The admission approval notification is made no later than 30 days before the beginning of the semester.

irda.kist.re.kr