Masterclass for emerging researchers in Ageing

Applications are now open for the 2009 Masterclass for Emerging Researchers in Ageing
Thursday 5th and Friday 6th February 2009,
University of Queensland, St Lucia Campus

The ARC/NHMRC Research Network in Ageing Well is pleased to announce that
applications are now open for the 2009 Masterclass for Emerging Researchers in Ageing.
The Masterclass will be held at the University of Queensland St Lucia Campus on Thursday
5th and Friday 6th February, 2009, and PhD students whose research is in the field of
ageing are invited to apply.

The two-day program is designed to maximise PhD students’ opportunities to increase
their research knowledge and skills, to develop greater understanding of the career
pathways available in ageing research post-PhD (and provide useful information about
how to access them), and to network with other emerging and established researchers in
the field. Sessions will be conducted by leading academics in the field of ageing and will
cover a variety of topics including funding, promoting and publishing your research. The
second day will feature a networking breakfast incorporating a panel discussion with
senior policy makers and leading academics in the field. The Masterclass will culminate
with presentations of collaborative projects to be developed by student groups across
the two days. Prizes will be awarded to the group/s with the best presentation.
There will be no attendance fee for successful applicants, and those who live more than
100 kms from the University of Queensland will be provided with bursaries to cover the
cost of flights (where applicable). Accommodation will also be provided on campus.

To submit your application for this important event, please complete the form available
online. Contact Linda Peach with any queries – L.Peach@uq.edu.au or 07 3365 4548.

Please note that delegates who attended the 2008 Masterclass cannot apply to attend
the 2009 Masterclass.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 15th October 2008