Scholarship @ The Corliss Knapp Engle in Horticulture – 2011 – 2012 @ The Garden Club Of America – USA

Description: This Scholarship is established to encourage the development of research, documentation, and teaching skills in the field of horticulture. It was established in 2010.Funds one or more scholarships annually at $2000 to support study at an accredited college, university, or major botanic garden or arboretum. Projects may include but are not restricted to plant propagation, photographic documentation of studies and research projects, the acquisition of skills for working with horticulture collections, and research in horticulture in the broadest sense.

Requirements : Open to college undergraduates and graduate students, advanced degree candidates, or non-degree-seeking applicants above the high school level.

Contact:Connie Yates, Garden Club of America, 14 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022. Phone: 212-753-8287, fax: 212-753-0134, email: cyates@gcamerica.org

Links: http://www2.gcamerica.org/images/FCKUploads/file/corliss_knapp_engle_app.pdf

 http://www2.gcamerica.org/outreach-scholarships-details.cfm?ScholarshipID=27

Deadline: February 10 proceeding the period of study.

The GCA Interchange Fellowship and RHS McLaren Horticultural Scholarship @ The Garden Field Of America – USA – 2011 – 2012 – Horticulture and Related Fields

Description: The GCA Interchange Fellowship & Martin McLaren Scholarship name was changed in 2009 to the GCA Interchange Fellowship/RHS McLaren Horticultural Scholarship.For one American scholar (McLaren Scholar) annually, 8500 British pounds for ten months of enrichment study under the auspices of the Royal Horticultural Society. The McLaren Trust and the RHS cover the cost of transportation, tuition, housing, board, and an allowance for personal needs during the American student’s academic year in Great Britain. The GCA makes travel arrangements to the U.K. Any additional funds for personal expenses exceeding the allowance are supplied by the candidate.For one British scholar (Interchange Fellow) annually, up to $30,000 USD. The GCA covers the cost of tuition, university or equivalent housing, meal plan, and university health plan, as well as $750 per semester for books and study materials, and $300 per month for personal incidentals and travel expenses to selected GCA meetings.
Requirements: The Students who have earned a BA or BS degree, and are for a single unaccompanied person. Applicants must be 26 or younger because of the age limit on student travel vouchers in Great Britain and Europe. Selected finalists must attend a required interview at their own expense and will be notified of the time and place.
Contact: Connie Yates, Garden Club of America, 14 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022. Phone: 212-753-8287, fax: 212-753-0134, email: cyates@gcamerica.org.
Links: http://www2.gcamerica.org/images/FCKUploads/file/mcLaren_app%281%29.pdf
http://www.rhs.org.uk/Courses/Bursaries/McClaren
http://www2.gcamerica.org/images/FCKUploads/file/mcLaren_app%281%29.pdf
http://www2.gcamerica.org/outreach-scholarships-details.cfm?ScholarshipID=18

Deadline: The last date to apply is October 31 of the preceding year of study

Postdoctoral Position in Computational Biology -Multi-objective optimization for modeling developmental gene regulatory networks

Description: The project is financed by the NWO research programme Interdisciplinary Challenges for Complexity Science (Complexity-Net). The project is a collaboration with the research groups from Dr J. Jaeger (Centre for Genomic Regulation, Barcelona, Spain) and Dr F. Alves (Center for Developmental Biology, Lisbon, Portugal). The candidate is expected to collaborate extensively with system biologists and molecular developmental biologists.In this project, we propose to compare distinct network modeling formalisms applied to the study of real-world developmental gene regulatory networks. An important challenge is the determination of model parameters. Even models of moderately sized networks contain a large number of (unknown) parameters. We propose to use multi-objective optimization for the network inference and estimation of unknown model parameters. Models will be optimized both with regard to their ability to fit the data, as well as their robustness towards molecular fluctuations and changes in parameter values. In this part of the project we will use qualitative and quantitative spatial gene expression data from the sea anemone Nematostella vectensis. We want to test systematically under which circumstances each formalism is best able to reproduce the observed expression patterns and which one is the most suited for prediction of network topology and perturbed gene expression, and is able to reproduce the robustness of pattern forming gene regulatory networks..

Requirements

Candidates should have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in scientific computing or computational science, (computational) physics, (computational) chemistry or a comparable expertise.  Candidates are expected to have expertise in modeling and scientific programming and an active interest in life science applications. The Candidate should be able to work in an international research team. A strong research record, evidenced by a PhD thesis and papers published in peer-reviewed journals is needed. Fluency in oral and written English is required. Motivation to travel to a different country and integrate efficiently in a new research team is fundamental.
Contact: Dr J. A. Kaandorp, Informatics Institute, University of Amsterdam, Kruislaan 403, 1098 SJ, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; +31 20 525 7539 +31 20 525 7539 
Email:  J.A.Kaandorp@uva.nl.

Appointment

This full-time appointment will be on a temporary basis for a maximum period of two years. The salary is in accordance with the university regulations for academic personnel, and will range from €2,379 before tax, up to a maximum of €3,755 per month (scale 10). The holiday allowance is 8% of the annual gross income. Furthermore, there will be an annual bonus of 8.3% of the annual gross income. The Collective Employment Agreement of the Dutch Universities applies.

 Application:

Applications should include a letter of motivation, pdfs of most relevant publications and a Curriculum Vitae. Please include the names and contact information of two references. Applications should be sent by e-mail to Mrs J.C. Knaap-Cabi at application-science@uva.nl.The application period will remain open until the position is filled; however, review of applications will commence on 13 February 2011
Deadline: 13 February 2011
Links: For more details click here
University of Amsterdam,Netherlands,deadline-13-02-2011,Postdoc,Biology

PhD scholarship @ DTU, Denmark in development of functionally graded materials for thermoelectric devices

Description: The Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division at Risø DTU is seeking a Ph.D. student to develop graded thermoelectric materials with optimized properties over a broad temperature range for use in conversion of heat into electricity.This will take place at the international front line in collaboration between Risø DTU and four leading laboratories in Denmark, Japan and the US, while industry participation ensures strong links to both technology providers and end-users.A major challenge in thermoelectric materials development is to combine a number of materials belonging to different families of materials together in order to improve the conversion efficiency and to expand the working temperature range of the thermoelectric device. The project is focussed on the construction and optimization of p- and n-type segments over a broad temperature range by graded materials. This will be done in order to improve the so-called compatibility factor between the materials in each leg. The materials are chosen among the best of state-of-the-art materials and the novel developed thermoelectric oxides.
Requirements: Candidates should have -Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or similar

• Knowledge in synthesis of inorganic materials preferably oxides
• Prior knowledge in the area of thermoelectricity is beneficial
• Experience with experimental methods for materials characterization
• Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

Application Please apply online on www.dtu.dk/vacancy and open the link “apply for this job online”, fill in the application form and attach the following documents;
a) A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
b) Curriculum vitae
c) Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
d) Conversion of grade averages to Danish grades (see guidelines and excel spreadsheet for the conversion here).
Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master’s degree, but cannot begin before having received it.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, inability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
Further information
Please contact Nini Pryds +45 46 77 57 52 +45 46 77 57 52       or Ngo Van Nong, +45 51 42 30 23 +45 51 42 30 23       for further information.
Links: For more details click here .Additional information about Risø DTU and the Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division can be found on risoe.dtu.dk.
Deadline: 15 February 2011

PhD scholarship @ DTU-Denmark in development and processing of n-type oxide thermoelectric materials

Description: The DTU is seeking a PhD student to develop and process new types of oxide thermoelectric materials for use in conversion of heat into electricity.You will be part of a large project which aim to develop and demonstrate high-temperature efficient thermoelectric oxide modules integrated in a converter system.This will take place at the international front line in collaboration between Risø DTU and four leading laboratories in Denmark, Japan and the US, while industry participation ensures strong links to both technology providers and end-users.
Requirements: Candidates should have

• Master’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or similar
• Knowledge in synthesis of inorganic materials preferably oxides
• Prior knowledge in the area of thermoelectricity is beneficial
• Experience with experimental methods for materials processing and characterization
• Ability to work independently, to plan and carry out complicated tasks, and to be a part of a large, dynamical group
• Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken

We offer
We offer an exciting and challenging job in an international environment.
Good possibilities for professional and personal growth.
A family friendly organisation with flexible working hours.
Application: Please apply online on www.dtu.dk/vacancy and open the link “apply for this job online”, fill in the application form and attach the following documents;
a) A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
b) Curriculum vitae
c) Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
d) Conversion of grade averages to Danish grades (see guidelines and excel spreadsheet for the conversion here).
Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master’s degree, but cannot begin before having received it.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, inability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Please contact Nini Pryds,  +45 46 77 57 52 +45 46 77 57 52       Ngo Van Nong, +45 51 42 30 23 +45 51 42 30 23     
Link: For more details click here. Additional information about Risø DTU and the Fuel Cells and Solid State Chemistry Division can be found on risoe.dtu.dk.
Deadline: 15 february 2011

Saltire Scholarships @ Scotland

Description: Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships (SSS) is a substantial programme of scholarships, offered on a matched funding basis between the Government and Scottish Higher Education Institutions. The scheme offers up to 200 awards, each worth £2000, towards the tuition fees of a one year Masters course at any of Scotland’s higher education institutions.The scholarships are designed to support the promotion of Scotland as a learning nation and a science nation and are therefore targeted at the priority sectors of creative industries, life sciences, technology, financial services and renewable and clean energy (find out what study options are available). These are available across key priority countries:

• Canada
• China
• India
• United States of America

The scholarships are available to students as part of a wider strategy to promote Scotland as a study destination and showcase Scotland’s higher education offering in international markets.
This is the third year of the programme which was launched in January 2009, nearly 400 scholarships have been awarded to date.
Deadline: The closing date for 2011/12 awards is 17 June 2011.
Link: For more details click here