Scholarship The Hydrogen Storage Research Group (HSRG) Honours

The Hydrogen Storage Research Group (HSRG) Honours Scholarship at Curtin University

Study Subject: Physics (Hydrogen Storage Research)
Employer: Curtin University
Level: Honours
Scholarship Description: The Hydrogen Storage Research Group (HSRG) Honours Scholarship is available to a student who is interested in pursuing a career in renewable energies studies with particular emphasis on hydrogen storage research. The student will have demonstrated a high-level of academic achievement in their undergraduate tertiary studies.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 17 December 2010

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Postdoctoral Fellowship at Temasek LaboratoriesTechnological University, Singapore

Study Subject: Biomimicry, Cognitive Science, Cyber Security, Microsystems Technologies, Computational Photography

Employer: Nanyang Technological University

Level: Postdoctoral

Fellowship Description: The Nanyang Technological University (NTU) invites outstanding researchers with a PhD degree in science and technology to apply for the prestigious TRF awards.

Key Features
The TRF scheme provides selected young and promising scientists to conduct and lead research that is relevant to defence in Singapore/NTU.

It offers:
* independence to pursue a research career in Singapore
* a 3 year research grant with an option to renew up to 3 years
* attractive and competitive remuneration
* possible conversion to tenure-track academic appointment with NTU at the end of the TRF

Research Areas
The TRF-RF may conduct research at Temasek Laboratories or other research entity at NTU. The research areas for TRF 2010 are provided below:
* Biomimicry
* Cognitive Science
* Cyber Security
* Microsystems Technologies
* Computational Photography

Candidates with relevant post-doctoral experience in the above research areas and are prepared to lead a research project as Principal Investigator are encouraged to apply. Other fundamental areas of science or technology, where a breakthrough would be of interest to defence and security, will also be considered.

Eligibility
Outstanding scientists and researchers with a Ph.D degree in the relevant discipline of science or technology from a reputable university, are eligible to apply for the TRF.
Research project proposals which are already funded by other agencies or being considered for funding by other agencies are not eligible for funding under the TRF Scheme. The TRF-RF shall not apply for other funding support, unless approval has been given by the TRF funding agency.

Fellowship Application Deadline: 11 Jan 2011.

Fellowship Information and Application
http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/trf/index_trf.html

college scholarship information International Research Position, Lifestock and Water Resources Specialist

Research job for international researchers at the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), Ghana or Burkina Faso

If you possess both a PhD in Water Resources Management, Agro-ecology, or Ecosystem Sciences, and a sound knowledge of the interface between the livestock, crops and water resource management, with at least five years experience of agricultural/environmental research and development in developing countries, then you could be the person we are seeking for a joint-appointment with the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI).
The research will focus on identifying solutions that enhance environmental and livelihood benefits of integrated water, livestock and crop management strategies and mitigate negative effects, such as land and water degradation and conflicts.
This is an internationally recruited position for an initial appointment of three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding.
You will:
• implement research at local, national and regional scales to understand livestock-water interactions and system functioning and
productivity, and provide solutions that enhance the synergies and minimize trade-offs between livestock and diverse other water uses in the context of livelihood and environmental dimensions
• integrate the research on biophysical issues with findings on social, policy and institutional dimensions to generate new knowledge on the sustainable management of water and livestock resources that would minimize negative externalities like conflicts and resource degradation.
• use this knowledge to develop, with policy makers, communities and development / natural resource partners, technical, policy and institutional interventions to improve the productive use of water, resilience and adaptive capacity of coupled human – livestock – environment aspects of (agro-)pastoral and mixed crop-livestock farming systems
• engage in mobilizing resources to support this research and contribute to capacity building and communication of research findings.
You must possess:
• a PhD in Water Resources Management, Agro-ecology, or Ecosystem Sciences
• a sound knowledge of the interface between the livestock, crops and water resource management
• at least five years experience of agricultural/environmental research and development in developing countries
• a systems perspective especially related to issues of water productivity and sustainability in the context of agro-pastoral and mixed
crop livestock systems
You must know about:
• quantitative applied research methods, and strong quantitative and analytical background
• analysing water productivity in agricultural systems, including field based application of water balance models
• processes impacting on livestock systems evolution in Africa
You must have:
• a good publications record with strong written and oral communication skills in English and at least a sound working knowledge of French
• a good track record of field based research, with some experience in developing and managing partnerships
• proven skills to work in multidisciplinary teams and to obtain positive results from working in diverse partnerships at a range of scales including research, extension, and development and in public, private and civil society.
• experience in working with and building the capacity of students
Please submit your application on-line at: www.iwmi.org/About_IWMI/Vacancies/
The International Water Management Institute (www.iwmi.org) is a non-profit, scientific organization engaged in research and capacity building activities for developing countries. Our mission is to overcome poverty through better management of land and water resources.
Working with diverse partners and supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (www.cgiar.org), IWMI seeks to translate its research findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers, resource managers and poor rural communities.
IWMI is based in Sri Lanka and has regional offices in 12 countries in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Application Closing Date: 6/10/2010

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college scholarship information University Scholarships of Florida-Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

University Scholarships of Florida-Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

The increasing cost of college education is forcing increasing number of college students to look for some kind of financial aid. There are hundreds of welfare organizations and colleges that provide aid to college students to help them complete their education easily. These organizations are playing a significant role in promoting education in general and fulfilling professional shortages in many fields in particular. Many government funded programs are also performing the same job. One such program is the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship program.

The Florida Bright futures scholarship program was enacted by the legislature in 1997 in Florida. The program was enacted with the aims of providing financial assistance to students that poses excellent academic abilities but are unable to complete their education due to financial difficulties. Theprogram offers three different awards that have different criteria for the applicants, and different deadlines for the application. These three awards are: Academic Scholars Award, the Medallion Scholars Award, and the Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award. All of these programs have provided aid to hundreds of students since the enactment of thescholarship program.

Both full and part time students can apply for aid under this program. Students will have to show enrollment on a registered course in an accredited college or university to apply for these course. The students must be U.S citizens and must complete the financial aid application form to apply for the program. The students will also have to meet individual requirements and deadlines of the scholarship award they are applying for. These requirements are set out by the program each year. If a student qualifies for the aid the student will have to attend his or her degree program with good attendance, if student misses lectures or withdraws from the course the aid will be revoked.

The program has a unique method of providing aid to scholars; it provides aid to students based on their credit hours in the course. Depending on the scholarships award $48 to $126 is provided per credit hour to students. For complete information students can visit the website of the scholarship program.

It is also useful to apply for multiple scholarship programs. If you are able to get 2 or 3 different small aids they will go a long way in providing for your tuition and living expenses. You can search for allscholarship programs offered in your region that you qualify for over the internet.