Robyn's Blog : Bursaries

Australia to US Fellowships

robyn.owens — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 11:13:00 GMT

The American Australian Association is now accepting applications for its 2009 Australia to U.S. Fellowship Program. The Program offers Fellowships of up to US$25,000 to Australian researchers or students wishing to undertake advanced research or study in the U.S. Through these Fellowships, the Association encourages intellectual collaboration and innovation, building on the strong economic and social partnerships between Australia and the United States.

Fields of research supported by the Fellowships:

- Medicine
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
- Business

General Requirements:

- Applicant's research or study must be at a graduate or postdoctoral level.
- Proof of acceptance into a U.S. educational institution.
- Applicant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- The Fellowships are intended to support part of the costs of one year of research/study in the U.S. (applicants must submit a proposed budget).
- Applicants should devote full time to their research or study.

Deadline: April 15th 2009

Further Information: http://www.americanaustralian.org/australian_to_usa_apps/

Please send enquiries & applications to: atous@aaanyc.org

Australia-Italy Award

robyn.owens — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 01:52:00 GMT

The Australian Academy of Science is inviting applications for the Australia-Italy Award for short-term scientific research visits (1–3 months) between Australia and Italy in 2009. One Australian and two Italian PhD students and early postdoctoral researchers will be supported under this award.

Aim of the Award

The award is aimed at recognizing excellence in research cooperation between Australia and Italy and to foster further research activity among PhD students and early postdoctoral researchers.

Areas of Science

Proposals in any field of natural science, basic and applied, including mathematics and engineering science, will be considered. Information, closing deadlines and application forms are available on theAustralia-Italy web site

iVEC internships

robyn.owens — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:28:00 GMT

iVEC Internship Program 2008-9

Applications Open

iVEC, the hub of advanced computing in WA, is searching for students
who are ready to challenge themselves through the student internship
program.

iVEC will give access to high performance computing, visualisation and
rendering facilities, large-scale data storage and high speed
communications - and expert help to make best use of technology.

Applications are welcome from all fields and disciplines.

Internships will run for approximately 10 weeks during the period
December through February, although dates and exact length of the
internship are negotiable. The award is for up to $6,000 (tax-free)
per student, dependent on the length of the project.

Information Session:
UWA: 2pm Monday 22nd September, WASP, Physics Building, University
of Western Australia

RSVP: please email rsvp@ivec.org

See http://www.ivec.org/interns for more information.

Applications close 5pm 8th October 2008

Go8 Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme

robyn.owens — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 04:07:00 GMT

Applications for the Go8 Germany Joint Research Co-operation Scheme close on 22 August for exchanges taking place in 2009. The scheme is a joint initiative of the Group of Eight and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).

The scheme aims to:

	foster research collaboration of the highest quality between Australian researchers from Go8 universities and German researchers.
	result in research outcomes and the exchange of skills and knowledge of mutual benefit to Australia and Germany.

Objectives and scope of the scheme
The scheme will support exchanges for Australian researchers to spend time at partner institutions in Germany and for collaborating German researchers to spend time at Go8 universities.

Total Funding
The Go8 and the DAAD have each agreed to provide approximately 160,000 euros (AUD250,000) per year for the period 2008-2010 (approximately AUD1.5 million) to support the scheme.

Eligibility
Exchange participants must either be employed as academic staff members in a teaching and research or research only role at a Go8 university, or a PhD student involved in the research project submitted by an eligible staff member.

Assessment criteria
The criteria to be used in assessing Australian applications include:

	the quality of the research project;
	the experience and track record of the participating researchers/research groups and the level of involvement of early career researchers; and
	the potential of the project to result in outcomes of mutual benefit to Australia and Germany.

Application key dates
Applications for exchanges in 2009 open on 4 June 2008 and close on 22 August 2008.

Evaluation of the scheme
At the end of the second year of the scheme (2009) the Go8, in consultation with the DAAD, will conduct an evaluation of the scheme to inform decisions about whether it should be continued beyond 2010, and if so, whether any changes are required to improve it. The evaluation shall be completed no later than 1 March 2010.

Further information

Ms Olivia Langensiepen
Administrative Officer (Grants)
Phone: +61 08 6488 4708
Email: olivia.langensiepen@uwa.edu.au

The 2008 AusBiotech-GSK Student Excellence Awards

robyn.owens — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:03:00 GMT

BIOTECH STUDENTS - here is your chance to show off your work and attend AusBiotech 2008 - Australia's Biotechnology Conference

The AusBiotech-GSK Student Excellence Awards are national awards that are partnered exclusively by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK).

The awards encourage students that completed honours or started their masters or PHD in 2007 and 2008 to think strategically about their research in the biotechnology field. Finalists are required to pitch the commercial application of their research to a panel of judges, competing against other finalists in their state.

One winner from each state will be presented with their award during a ceremony at the AusBiotech 2008 conference and are given the opportunity to display a poster of their abstract during the conference. The award covers the students' travel, accommodation expenses and registration for AusBiotech 2008 to be held in Melbourne from 26-29 October.

Western Australian award applications close on Friday 22 August 2008.

Students are invited to attend the Western Australian launch of the AusBiotech-GSK Student Excellence Awards.

Date:           Tuesday 12 August 2008
Where:          Department of Industry & Resources
                     Level 6, 1 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth
Time:          5pm for 5:30pm – 8pm (no entry permitted after 5:45pm)
Cost:           AusBiotech student members (FREE);
                     Non-member students ($10)

Only 50 registration places available so register ASAP! To register go to Events at www.ausbiotech.org

Canadian Studies

robyn.owens — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:48:00 GMT

Canadian Studies Postgraduate Research Grants

The following opportunities exist for postgraduates and recent doctoral graduates to pursue research or teaching in Canadian Studies. Canadian Studies is defined as research which aims at a better understanding of Canadian society and/or culture and includes most disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. The grants are offered by the Association for Canadian Studies in Australia and New Zealand (ACSANZ), the International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) and the Government of Canada.

Please note new deadlines for selected programs as indicated.

Guidelines and application forms for all programs are available at: www.acsanz.org.au/funding.html

Association for Canadian Studies in Australia and New Zealand (ACSANZ)

Postgraduate Travel Award

Deadline: 30 September

Up to five grants are awarded each year to postgraduate students for a short research trip to Canada. Research must be in Canadian Studies and related to the student's thesis topic. The value of each grant is up to A$3000. Available to ACSANZ members only (new members welcome).

International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS)

Graduate Student Scholarship

Deadline: 30 September NEW DEADLINE

Up to ten grants are awarded world-wide to Masters and Doctoral candidates to undertake thesis-related research on Canada at a Canadian university for 4-6 weeks. Up to C$3,500 is available for all expenses.

Canadian Studies Postdoctoral Fellowships

Deadline: 30 September NEW DEADLINE

This program enables Canadian and foreign academics who have completed a doctoral thesis on a topic primarily related to Canada to visit a Canadian or foreign university with a Canadian Studies program for a teaching or research fellowship. Fellowships are for a minimum of one month and a maximum of three months. Applicants must not be employed in a full-time university teaching position and must agree not to accept honoraria or salary during their fellowships. The grant will be C$2,500 per month plus the cost of a return airline ticket.

Best Doctoral Thesis in Canadian Studies

Deadline: 30 September

This International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) Award is designed to recognize and promote each year an outstanding PhD thesis on a Canadian topic, written by a member (or one of his/her students) of a Canadian Studies Association or Associate Member, and which contributes to a better understanding of Canada.

Government of Canada

Doctoral Student Research Award (DSRA)

Deadline: 1 November

This award is designed to assist full-time graduate students at degree-granting institutions of higher education, whose dissertations are related in substantial part to Canada, to undertake doctoral research about Canada. The purpose is to increase knowledge and understanding of Canada and to support the development of Canadian Studies.

For further information, please contact:

Prue Torrance
Assistant / Adjointe
Academic Relations and Canadian Education Centre
Relations académiques et Centre d'éducation canadienne
Canadian High Commission / Haut-commissariat du Canada
Commonwealth Avenue, CANBERRA ACT 2600 Australia
Tel/Tél: +61 2 6270 4051 - Fax/Tél: +61 2 6270 4083
prue.torrance@international.gc.ca ~~ www.canada.org.au

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Association for Canadian Studies in Australia and New Zealand (ACSANZ)

www.acsanz.org.au

Masterclass for emerging researchers in Ageing

robyn.owens — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 06:09:00 GMT

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

Travel Bursary

robyn.owens — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 11:20:00 GMT

Applications are invited from postgraduate students for travel bursaries to attend conferences relevant to studies in systematics or taxonomy.

Applications to be lodged by 10 March or 10 September 2008

The Australian Biological Resources Study offers financial support to postgraduate students in Australian institutions to travel to a national or international conference relevant to both the student's research program in systematics or taxonomy and the Aims and Objectives of the ABRS. A maximum of $1000 is available for an international conference and $500 for travel within Australia. In total, up to $10000 is available each year for these awards.

The Bursaries Guidelines, Application Form and Conditions of Award are available from:
http://www.deh.gov.au/biodiversity/abrs/admin/training/index.html
Or contact:   Business Manager
Australian Biological Resources Study
       GPO Box 787
       Canberra ACT 2601
       PH:   (02) 6250 9554
       Email: abrs@environment.gov.au

Masterclass in Ageing for Emerging Researchers

robyn.owens — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:29:00 GMT

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
for the
Emerging Researchers in Ageing
2008 Masterclass
27th and 28th March 2008,
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 2008 Emerging Researchers in Ageing Masterclass. The Masterclass will be held at the University of Queensland St Lucia Campus on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March, 2008, and confirmed PhD students whose research is in the field of ageing are invited to apply.

The two-day program will include sessions with leading academics in the field of ageing from Australia and overseas. Sessions will focus on practical and methodological considerations for PhD students conducting research into ageing, as well as career development options and pathways, how to fund your research, how to promote your research in the media and how to publish your research in the ageing literature. The second day will commence with a networking breakfast which will feature 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. A prize will be awarded for the best presentation.

The 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 those career pathways), and to network with other emerging and established
researchers in the field.

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) and accommodation.

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.

Deadline for applications: Friday 18th January 2008.