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I Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine Exhibition Road, SW7 2AZ, London, United Kingdom Tel: (44) 20 7594 8023 Fax: (44) 20 7594 8004 Email: [email protected] Contact: Ms R A Clay, Scholarships co-ordinator registry The Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine is a college of the University of London and provides university education at rst degree and postgraduate level in the elds of science, engineering and medicine. Stephen and Anna Hui Fellowship Subjects: Earth sciences dened as geology, extractive metallurgy, minerals, mining engineering, petroleum engineering, earth resources engineering and extractive metallurgy Purpose: To facilitate postgraduate study or research Eligibility: Open to graduates with a First or Upper Second Class (Honours) Degree from universities in China including Hong Kong and Taiwan Level of Study: Doctorate, Postgraduate Type: Fellowship Value: It provide nancial support to meet the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend equal to the College min- imum (UK£15,863) Length of Study: 3 years Study Establishment: Imperial College Country of Study: United Kingdom Application Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli- cation form and submit this with two references and a transcript or academic record Closing Date: 31 January Funding: Private Contributor: Stephen and Anna Hui Fellowship Trust Fund Additional Information: Further information is available on request For further information contact: Email: [email protected] India Alliance Early Career Fellowship Purpose: The proposed research should fall within the India Alliances remit which is to support biomedical research that is relevant to human and animal welfare. If you are unsure if your research programme falls within our remit Eligibility: The Early Career Fellowship (ECF) competition is open for basic science/veterinary researchers with -1 to 4 years of post-PhD research experience. This means that you must be in the nal year of your PhD studies or have no more than four years of postdoctoral research experience from the date of your PhD viva to the full application submission deadline in order to be eligible for the competition. Applicant must have 0-4 years Post PhD. Applicant in the nal year of their PhD are also eligible. In line with the schemes mandate to foster independence, Early Career Fellows are strongly encouraged to carry out their Fellowship project in a laboratory that is not their thesis laboratory or thesis © Springer Nature Limited 2019 Palgrave Macmillan (ed.), The Grants Register 2020, https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-349-95943-3 411

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Imperial College of Science,Technology and Medicine

Exhibition Road, SW7 2AZ, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7594 8023Fax: (44) 20 7594 8004Email: [email protected]: Ms R A Clay, Scholarships co-ordinator

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The Imperial College of Science, Technology andMedicine isa college of the University of London and provides universityeducation at first degree and postgraduate level in the fields ofscience, engineering and medicine.

Stephen and Anna Hui Fellowship

Subjects: Earth sciences defined as geology, extractivemetallurgy, minerals, mining engineering, petroleumengineering, earth resources engineering and extractivemetallurgyPurpose: To facilitate postgraduate study or researchEligibility: Open to graduates with a First or Upper SecondClass (Honours) Degree from universities in China includingHong Kong and TaiwanLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: It provide financial support to meet the full cost oftuition fees and an annual stipend equal to the College min-imum (UK£15,863)Length of Study: 3 yearsStudy Establishment: Imperial CollegeCountry of Study: United Kingdom

Application Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli-cation form and submit this with two references anda transcript or academic recordClosing Date: 31 JanuaryFunding: PrivateContributor: Stephen and Anna Hui Fellowship Trust FundAdditional Information: Further information is available onrequest

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Email: [email protected]

India Alliance

Early Career Fellowship

Purpose: The proposed research should fall within theIndia Alliance’s remit which is to support biomedicalresearch that is relevant to human and animal welfare. Ifyou are unsure if your research programme falls within ourremitEligibility: The Early Career Fellowship (ECF) competitionis open for basic science/veterinary researchers with -1 to4 years of post-PhD research experience. This means thatyou must be in the final year of your PhD studies or have nomore than four years of postdoctoral research experience fromthe date of your PhD viva to the full application submissiondeadline in order to be eligible for the competition. Applicantmust have 0-4 years Post PhD. Applicant in the final year oftheir PhD are also eligible. In line with the scheme’s mandateto foster independence, Early Career Fellows are stronglyencouraged to carry out their Fellowship project ina laboratory that is not their thesis laboratory or thesis

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environment. If you have compelling reasons to continue in orreturn to your thesis laboratory/environment, please presentthese appropriately in the preliminary application and arrangefor a letter from the Fellowship Supervisor commenting onthis decisionLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: FellowshipLength of Study: 4 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: To complete a preliminary applica-tion use our online system, IASys. Refer to the IASys userguidefor guidance on completing the application form and the sub-mission process. Please ensure that the form is submitted by thepublished deadline. Your preliminary application is assessedand If successful, you will be invited to submit a full applica-tion. Your full application will be peer reviewed and consideredby the appropriate Selection Committee and, if successful, youwill be short-listed for interview. Short-listed candidates will benotified twoweeks before the interview date. Applicants are notpermitted to apply to multiple Fellowship schemes within theIndia Alliance in parallel. Only one application to one schemewill be entertained, at a timeClosing Date: 31 JanuaryFunding: Private

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Email: [email protected]

India Habitat Centre

Visual Arts Galley, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110 003, India

Tel: (91) 11 246 820 01/05Fax: (91) 11 246 820 10Email: [email protected]: www.indiahabitat.org

The India Habitat Centre was conceived to provide a physicalenvironment that would serve as a catalyst for a synergeticrelationship between individuals and institutions working indiverse habitat related areas and, therefore, maximize theirtotal effectiveness.

India Habitat Centre Fellowship for Photography

Subjects: PhotographyPurpose: To promote photography as an art form

Eligibility: Open to Indian nationals who are between 21 and40 years of age and who do not hold any other fellowshipLevel of Study: Professional developmentType: FellowshipValue: Rs. 1,20,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure:Applicants must send a project sum-mary, curriculum vitae and reference lettersClosing Date: 31 AugustAdditional Information: Entries with less/more than therequired 12 images will be eliminated

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Dr Alka Pande

Indian Council for Cultural Relations

Azad Bhavan, I.p. Estate, New Delhi 110002, India

Contact: Indian Council for Cultural Relations

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), is anautonomous organisation of the Government of India,involved in India’s external cultural relations, through culturalexchange with other countries and their peoples. It wasfounded by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first EducationMinister of independent India.

Indian Council for Cultural Relations IndianHigh Commission Bangladesh ScholarshipScheme

Subjects: Scholarship is awarded in the subjects offered bythe universityPurpose: The aim of the scholarship is to support merito-rious Bangladeshi nationals who want to undertake engi-neering, graduate, post-graduate and PhD / post-doctoralcourseEligibility: 1. Applicants from Bangladesh are eligible toapply for the scholarship. 2. Candidates who wish to getscholarships must be proficient in English and have at least60% marks in the passed examination or 3 in GPA 5. 3.Candidates will have to take part in 30-minute English profi-ciency test, whose time and place will be announcedLevel of Study: GraduateType: Scholarship

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Value: The Indian government has so far given ICCR educa-tion to nearly 3,000 Bangladeshi nationalsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Scholarship is awarded in the subjectsoffered by the universityCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: To apply online for interested stu-dents, you need to create your own private login ID andpassword. The applicants are requested to apply onlinethrough the instructions. The applicant should keep the fol-lowing points during the application process Those BE /B Tech. Must apply for the course, in their school-collegesyllabus must include Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry.The applicant’s age must be 18 in July. All students must stayin the hostel. Cannot be outside without family and healthreasons. The last date for submission of online application is20 January, 5.00 pm on Saturday. Candidates will have to takepart in 30-minute English proficiency test, whose time andplace will be announcedClosing Date: 20 JanuaryAdditional Information: For more details please seethe website scholarship-positions.com/iccr-indian-high-commission-bangladesh-scholarship-scheme-india/2018/01/08/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indian Council of Medical Research

V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, P.O. BoxNo. 4911, New Delhi 110029, India

Tel: (91) 11 265 888 95 / 11 265 889 80 / 11 265897 94

Fax: (91) 11 265 886 62Email: [email protected]: www.icmr.nic.in

The Indian Council ofMedical Research (ICMR), NewDelhi,the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination andpromotion of biomedical research, is one of the oldest medicalresearch bodies in the world.

Indian Council of Medical Research Centenary-Postdoctoral Fellowship

Subjects: These fellowships are awarded in cutting edgeareas of basic science, communicable and non-communicablediseases, and reproductive health including nutrition

Purpose: The aim of the fellowships is to giving researchopportunities to promising fresh PhD/ MD/MS holdersEligibility: Indian applicants are eligible for these fellow-ships. Entrance Requirement: Applicants must be PhDs/MD/MSType: Postdoctoral fellowshipValue: ICMR Postdoctoral Fellows will be paida consolidated fellowship of Rs. 50,000/- per month plushouse rent allowance (HRA), Non-Practicing Allowance(NPA) as admissible and a contingency grant of Rs. 3.0lakhs per annum. 25% of the contingency grant can be usedfor travel including per diem expensesStudy Establishment: These fellowships are awarded incutting edge areas of basic science, communicable andnon-communicable diseases, and reproductive health includ-ing nutritionCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: See the websiteClosing Date: 31 DecemberAdditional Information: For more details please visit ourwebsite scholarship-positions.com/icmr-centenary-post-doctoral-fellowship-india/2017/06/06/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indian Education Department

Government of India, Ministry of Human Resource Depart-ment, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi 110001, India

Tel: (91) 11 233 839 36Fax: (91) 11 233 813 55Email: [email protected]: www.education.nic.in

The origin of the Indian Education Department, Governmentof India, dates back to pre-independence days when for thefirst time a separate Department was created in 1910 to lookafter education. However, soon after India achieved itsindependence, a full fledged ministry of Education wasestablished.

China Scholarships

Subjects: Chinese language & literature, fine arts (painting &sculpture), botany, environmental science, plant breeding &genetics, political science, sericulture and agronomy

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Eligibility: Open to the Indian nationals below 40 years whohave 2–3 year Cert/Dip in basic Chinese Language froma recognized Institution or University, have degree in finearts with 60% and 60% for other subjects at postgraduatelevel with work research experience of 2 yearsLevel of Study: GraduateType: ScholarshipValue: The Chinese Government pays a sum of 2,000 permonth to all senior advanced students, CNY 1,400 per monthto ordinary graduate students and CNY 1,100 per month toundergraduate students. In addition, Government of India ispaying supplementary grant of CNY 1,170 per month Gov-ernment of China will also provide boarding, lodging, medi-cal care and bear expenditure on tuition and other fees, etcLength of Study: 1–4 yearsCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Applicants must send the applica-tion duly sponsored by the employers (if employed) furnish-ing particulars (as per notified format) by the prescribed dateClosing Date: 20 MarchContributor: Government of China in association with thegovernment of India

For further information contact:

ES. 3 Section, Ministry of Human Resource Development,Department of Higher Education, External Scholarship Divi-sion, A1/w3, Curzon Road Barracks, KG Marg, New Delhi110001, India

Email: [email protected]: Section Officer

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Programme

Subjects: All subjectsPurpose: For the benefit of Indian studentsEligibility: Open to Indian nationals who are graduates fromrecognized institutions or universitiesLevel of Study: GraduateType: ScholarshipsValue: Covers airfare and living expensesLength of Study: 1–2 years duration depending on the sub-ject areas of studyApplication Procedure: Applicants must apply directly tothe universities/consortium of universities constituted underthe Erasmus Mundus ProgrammeClosing Date: 18 FebruaryContributor: European Union (EU)

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

National Centre for Promotion of Employment forDisabled People (NCPEDP) Rajiv GandhiPostgraduate Scholarship Scheme

Subjects: Medicine, surgery, engineering, architecture, man-agement, business administration, social work, applied psy-chology, clinical psychology, etcPurpose: To enable disabled students with limited means toreceive education or professional training at postgraduate anddoctoral levelsEligibility:Open to Indian nationals between 18 and 35 yearsof age. The scholarship may be awarded to students with thedisabilities as recognized by N.C.P.E.D.P. The candidateshould be either pursuing or should have gained admissionto a full-time course in an Indian university established by lawor in a recognized equivalent institutionLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: Rs. 1,200 per monthFrequency: AnnualApplication Procedure:Applicantsmust apply to theNationalCentre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled PeopleFunding: GovernmentAdditional Information: A scholarship will be provided forthe entire duration of the approved course. Scholarship moneywill be released every 3months. N.C.P.E.D.P. reserves the rightto change the scheme and/or amend the rules without anynotice. The income of the candidate or his parents/guardiansshould not exceed Rs. 5,000 per month. At the discretion of theawarding authority, a scholarship may also be awarded fora professional course of Indira Gandhi National Open Univer-sity (IGNOU) or any other recognized Open University

For further information contact:

National Centre for Promotion of Employment for DisabledPeople, A-77, South Extension, Part II, NewDelhi 110 049, India

Tel: (91) 11 262 656 47/48Email: [email protected]

Indian Institute of Management Ranchi

Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Purpose: The Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Management(PDFM) is designed keeping in view IIM Ranchi’s goal tocreate a high quality research environment in the institute. Itsobjective is to support high quality research by scholars witha doctoral degree and an outstanding academic recordEligibility: 1. Contingency Grant: A contingency grant ofRs. 50,000 per annum will be provided to the post- doctoral

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research fellow for research purposes. 2. The IIM Ranchiwould pay the expenses for a fellow to attend one conferenceabroad from an approved list of conferences if their joint paperwith a resident faculty member is accepted for presentationat that conference. 3. Office space will be provided to post-doctoral research fellows along with a computer and printer.Theywill be issued special research library card, enabling themto borrow up to ten books from the library at a time. 4. A post-doctoral research fellow will be eligible for leave from thefellowship not exceeding 30 days in a year for each completedyear of the fellowship. 5. The leave can be availed on a pro-ratabasis for the duration (on a 6 months’ basis) of the fellowshipcompleted. The age limit for applicants for the Post-DoctoralFellowship will be a maximum of 40 years (this limit may berelaxed by 5 years for women and reserved category)Level of Study: PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: Contigency grants of Rs. 50,000 per annum will beprovidedLength of Study: 2 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: 1. Selection will be based on demon-strated research skills and a fit with the research interests ofresident faculty. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to cam-pus to present their research before a final decision is made.2. Past research I PhD thesis work demonstrating potential forscholarly work would facilitate the initial shortlist process.3. The shortlisted candidates will be invited for on-campuspresentation and interview. 4. The candidates selected for thePDFMwill be attached to the given area and will be associatedwith a faculty member of the group who will essentially per-form the role of a mentor and collaborator. 5. Selection will bebased on demonstrated research skills and a fit with theresearch interests of resident facultyFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Indian Institute of Management Ranchi, Suchana Bhawan,5th Floor, Audrey House Campus, Meur’s Road, Ranchi,Jharkhand 834 008, India

Tel: (91) 65 1228 0113

Indian Institute of Management,Calcutta

Diamond Harbour Road, Joka, Kolkata,West Bengal 700104,India

Contact: The Indian Institute of Management

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta abbreviated as IIMCalcutta or IIM-C is a public business school located in Joka,Kolkata, India. It was the first Indian Institute of Managementto be established.

Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (PDRF)

Purpose: These fellowships are available for researcherswho want to contribute to the theory and practice ofmanagementEligibility: Citizens of India are eligible to apply. Thesepositions are open for candidates with 0-2 years of experienceafter obtaining PhD degreeLevel of Study: DoctorateType: FellowshipValue: Each fellowship will carry a stipend of Rs. 40,000/p.m. consolidated, depending on the level of priorexperience of the chosen candidate. In addition,a contingency grant of Rs. 50,000/- per annum will beprovidedLength of Study: 2 yearsCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: Fellowships are negotiable up to3 years. Under exceptional circumstances, tenure may beextended to a maximum of 5 yearsClosing Date: 30 MayNo. of awards given last year: [email protected] Information: Please visit website scholarship-positions.com/postdoctoral-research-fellowships-iim-calcutta-india/2018/04/24/ for more details

Indian Institute of Science Bangalore(IISc)

The Registrar, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karna-taka 560012, India

Tel: (91) 80 2360 0757Fax: (91) 80 2360 0683/0085Email: [email protected]: www.iisc.ernet.inContact: The Registrar

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) was started in 1909through the pioneering vision of J N Tata. Since then, ithas grown into a premier institution of research andadvanced instruction, with more than 2,000 activeresearchers working in almost all frontier areas of scienceand technology.

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Indian Institute of Science BangaloreKishore Vaigyanik Protsahan YojanaFellowships

Subjects: Science, engineering and medicinePurpose: To assist students in realizing their potential and toensure that the best scientific talent is developed for researchand growth in the countryEligibility: Open to Indian citizensLevel of Study: Graduate, Postdoctorate, Postgraduate, Pre-doctorate, ResearchType: FellowshipValue: Rs. 4,000–7,000 per month and contingency grants ofRs. 16,000–28,000Frequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Indian Institute of Science,BangaloreCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: Applicants can download the appli-cation form from the websiteClosing Date: September

For further information contact:

Indian Institute of Science, CV Raman Rd, Bengaluru,Karnataka 560012, India

Tel: (91) 80 2360 1008/80 2293 2976Email: [email protected]: The Convener

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)

Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Kanpur,Uttar Pradesh 208016, India

Tel: (91) 512 259 7338/7638Fax: (91) 512 259 7586Email: [email protected]: www.cse.iitk.ac.inContact: Harish Karnick, Professor and Head

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) imparts training to stu-dents to make them competent, motivated engineers andscientists. The Institute not only celebrates freedom ofthought, cultivates vision and encourages growth, but alsoinculcates human values and concern for the environmentand the society.

Infosys Fellowship for PhD Students

Subjects: Computer science and engineeringPurpose: To support those interested in pursuing the PhDprogramme in the Department of Computer Science andEngineering at IIT KanpurEligibility: Open to deserving students who have a MTech/ME in any branch of engineering and who have securedadmission into the PhD programmeLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: Rs. 2,25,000 and Rs. 2,50,000 per year. Out of thisgrant, Rs. 1,80,000 (Rs. 15,000 per month) will paid asstipend, remaining money can be utilized by the fellow forpurchase of books, journals, payment of tuition fee, and travelfor domestic and international conference attendanceLength of Study: 3.5–4 yearsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IIT KanpurCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: The applicant must submita separate application form to the Department of ComputerScience and Engineering. Please check at www.cse.iitk.ac.in

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Admissions In-Charge (PhD) Computer science

and engineering department, Indian Institute ofTechnology

Indian Institute of TechnologyKharagpur

IT Kharagpur Post Doctoral Fellowship

Purpose: IIT Kharagpur is giving an excellent platform forthe students possessing PhD degree with an excellent aca-demic record by offering them IIT Kharagpur Post DoctoralFellowship. The main objective of this fellowship is to give anopportunity to deserving scholars to carry out their research inthe field of science and technologyEligibility: 1. Must hold PhD Degree with the outstandingacademic record. 2. Must have published research paper /patents on his/her name. 3. Age limit of a candidate is35 years. 4. The candidates who are belonging to AICTE /UGC recognized teaching institution or sponsored by DISRrecognized industrial organization they will get age relaxationup to 45 years of age

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Level of Study: PostdoctorateType: FellowshipValue: Rs. 25,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IndiaClosing Date: 31 DecemberFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

Nangal Road, Rupnagar, Punjab 140001, India

Contact: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar

The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) orIIT-RPR, is an engineering and technology higher educationinstitute located in Rupnagar, Punjab, India. It is one of theeight newer Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) establishedby the Ministry of Human Resource Development MHRD,Government of India under The Institutes of Technology(Amendment) Act.

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar InstitutePostdoctoral Fellowship

Subjects: Fellowship is awarded in the subjects offered by theuniversityPurpose: The aim of the fellowship is to support Indian stu-dents and provide a contingency grant of Rs. 1,00,000/- perannum to the Post-Doctoral Fellow for research purposes. Theunspent amount can be carried over to the next financial yearEligibility: Applicants from India are eligible to apply for thefellowship. Applicants must hold a PhD degreeValue: please see the websiteStudy Establishment: Fellowship is awarded in the subjectsoffered by the universityCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The application has to be submittedto the Department/Center in which the candidate intends tojoin as a Post Doctoral Fellow. Applicants can apply throughthe post and submit the application form to the Department/Center. Applicants can apply by rolling basis

Additional Information: For more information pleasebrowse the website scholarship-positions.com/iit-ropar-institute-post-doctoral-fellowship-for-indian-students/2017/11/11/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indian School of Business

Knowledge City, Sector 81, SAS Nagar, Mohali, Punjab140 306, India

Tel: (91) 172 459 0000Contact: Indian School of Business

Indian School of Business is a private business school withcampuses in Hyderabad, Telangana, India and Mohali, Pun-jab, India. The institute has various Management programswith the Post Graduate Program in Management as its flag-ship course.

Indian Health Service Health ProfessionsScholarship Program

Purpose: The student must apply annually to request contin-ued scholarship support until he/she has earned his/her degreeand is eligible to pursue post-graduate clinical training orbegin his/her Indian health careerEligibility: 1. All applicants must intend to serve Indianpeople as a health professional in their chosen specialties.2. They must also be willing to sign an IHS ScholarshipProgram Contract when accepting the scholarship. 3. Bysigning, the student agrees to fulfill a minimum two-yearservice commitment in full-time clinical practice at anIndian health facility in his/her chosen health professionafter completing his/her academic or post-graduate clinicaltraining. 4. The student must apply annually to request con-tinued scholarship support until he/she has earned his/herdegree and is eligible to pursue post-graduate clinical trainingor begin his/her Indian health careerLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: US$1,500Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any country

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Application Procedure: The IHS Scholarship Programawards scholarships based on a 100-point ranking systemdivided among three categories: academic performance,based on official transcripts (40 points); faculty/employerevaluations (30 points); and applicant essays (30 points)Closing Date: 28 MarchFunding: Private

Indian School of Business Funded Tuition Waiversat Indian School of Business

Subjects: Scholarships are awarded in the field of BusinessPurpose: The Post Graduate Programme in Management(PGP) is designed for those who want to transform theircareers by expanding their existing thought process and refin-ing their goals and objectivesEligibility: Citizens of all nationalities are eligible to apply.Students whose first language is not English must demon-strate proficiency in English by submitting satisfactory scoresfrom the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)Type: Postgraduate scholarshipsValue: These waivers vary in amount from Rs. 5 Lakh to fulltuition fee and are disbursed either on merit or need-basedcriteria. These scholarships are awarded to candidates duringadmission or after enrolment, at the discretion of the AdComor the corporate donorStudy Establishment: Scholarships are awarded in the fieldof BusinessCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: These scholarships are awarded tocandidates during admission or after enrolment, at the discre-tion of the AdCom or the corporate donorClosing Date: 15 JanuaryAdditional Information: For more details please browsethe website scholarship-positions.com/isb-funded-tuition-waivers-indian-school-business-india/2017/10/28/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indian Veterinary Research Institute

Izatnagar, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh 243122, India

Contact: The Indian Veterinary Research Institute

The Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) is located atIzatnagar, Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh state. It is India’s premier

advanced research facility in the field of veterinary medicineand allied branches.

Scholarships at Indian Veterinary ResearchInstitute

Subjects: Scholarships are awarded to study the subjectsoffered by the universityPurpose: The Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) isoffering scholarships for MVSc and PhD students. The dura-tion of scholarship for MVSc course will be of two years andscholarship for the PhD course will be of three yearsEligibility: Students from India are eligible to apply. Thecandidates for admission to Master’s programme must haveBachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science in the concerneddiscipline as specified by the Veterinary Council of Indiawith a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (55% forSC/ST or sponsored candidates) or equivalent CGPAType: Postgraduate scholarshipsValue: The amount of the scholarship for Master’s Degreeprogramme is Rs. 7,560/- per month for 2 years witha contingent grant of Rs. 6,000/- per annum for two yearsand for Doctoral programme, it is Rs. 13,125/- per month forthree years with a contingent grant of Rs. 10,000/- per annumfor three yearsStudy Establishment: Scholarships are awarded to study thesubjects offered by the universityCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: See the websiteClosing Date: OpenAdditional Information: For more details please visit ourwebsite scholarship-positions.com/scholarships-indian-veterinary-research-institute/2017/11/18/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Indira Gandhi Institute ofDevelopment Research

Film City Road, IGIDR, Nagri Niwara, Cooperative Hous-ing Society, Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400065,India

Contact: Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR)is an advanced research institute established and fully

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funded by the Reserve Bank of India for carrying outresearch on development issues from a multi-disciplinarypoint of view.

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research-International Development Research CentreScholarships and Fellowships for Asian CountriesStudents

Subjects: Scholarships and fellowships are awarded in thefield of labor market and industrial policyPurpose: The aims and objectives of the Institute are topromote and conduct research on developmental issues froma broad inter- disciplinary perspective (economic, technolog-ical, social, political and ecological)Eligibility: Scholarship is open for citizens of the followingAsian countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambo-dia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philip-pines, Sri Lanka, Thailand and VietnamType: Postdoctoral fellowshipValue: Selected scholar will be paid a scholarship ofRs. 100,000 per month, One round trip travel expense up toa maximum of Rs. 50,000, fixed medical coverage ofRs. 25,000, book grant of Rs. 50,000, research grant of Rs.1,00,000, and conference travel support up to a maximum ofRs. 1,50,000Study Establishment: Scholarships and fellowships areawarded in the field of labor market and industrial policyCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: See the websiteClosing Date: 30 AprilAdditional Information: For more details please browsethe website scholarship-positions.com/igidr-idrc-scholarships-and-fellowships-asian-countries-students-2015/2014/12/27/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

IndusInd Foundation

IndusInd Foundation Scholarship ForPostgraduate Students

Purpose: The IndusInd Foundation has invited applicationsfrom meritorious students studying in a degree course underthe IndusInd Foundation ScholarshipEligibility: 1. The student must have passed class12 board or equivalent exam from an approved

board/university with minimum 80% marks. 2. Thestudent must have taken admission to any of regulardegree courses in Science, Arts, Commerce, Eng.,Medical, Computer, Mgt. etc. in an approved college/insti-tute to any recognized university in India. 3. The student’sfamily financial income should justify the grant ofscholarshipLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: Rs. 2,200Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 30 SeptemberFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

The Trustee, IndusInd Foundation, Hinduja House, 171,Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai, 400018, India

Email: [email protected]

Innovation and EntrepreneurshipDevelopment Centre Bled School ofManagement

Prešernova cesta 33, SVN 4260 Bled, Slovenia

Tel: (386) 457 92 500Fax: (386) 457 92 501Email: [email protected]: www.iedc.si

The school is a center of excellence in management develop-ment and a business meeting point, where leaders and potentialleaders come to learn and reflect. We offer a unique environ-ment for developing leadership and management potential ofinternational business executives at every stage of their careers.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship DevelopmentCentre MBA Scholarship

Subjects: Business managementPurpose: To finance an MBA programme for outstandingcandidates from Moldova and UkraineEligibility: Only outstanding candidates from Moldova andUkraine will be consideredLevel of Study: Professional developmentValue: All tuition fees

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Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IEDCApplication Procedure: See websiteClosing Date: 30 October

For further information contact:

Tel: (386) 457 92 506Email: [email protected]

Trimo MBA Scholarship

Subjects: International businessPurpose: To finance an outstanding candidate from SerbiaEligibility: The candidate must be from SerbiaLevel of Study: Professional developmentType: ScholarshipValue: All tuition fees and agreed costsLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IEDCApplication Procedure: See websiteClosing Date: 1 DecemberFunding: CorporationContributor: Trimo d.d. SloveniaAdditional Information: The successful candidate will beoffered a position at Trimo Inženjering d.o.o Serbia

For further information contact:

Tel: (386) 457 92 506Email: [email protected]

Institut de Recherche Robert-Sauvé enSanté et en Sécurité du Travail (IRSST)

505, De Maisonneuve Ouest, Montréal, QC H3A 3C2,Canada

Tel: (1) 514 288 1551Fax: (1) 514 288 7636Email: [email protected]: www.irsst.qc.ca

Institut de Recherche Robert-Sauvé en Santé et en Sécurité duTravail (IRSST), established in Quebec since 1980, isa scientific research organization known for the quality of itswork and the expertise of its personnel. The Institute isa private, non-profit agency.

Institut de Recherche Robert-Sauvé en Santé et enSécurité du Travail Graduate Studies Scholarshipand postdoctoral Fellowship Program

Subjects: Occupational health and safetyPurpose: To support Master’s and doctoral students whowish to acquire research training in the occupational healthand safety fieldEligibility: Open to students who are registered full-time ina Master’s or doctoral programme and have obtaineda cumulative average of B+ for all of their undergraduatestudiesLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: $14,250 per year. In addition, a scholarship recipientwhose training and research program is outside Canada isreimbursed for the amount exceeding the first $750 inannual tuition fees; the cost of travelling to the trainingand research location, representing the cost of one round-trip economy airplane ticket or one round trip by car, foreach year of the effective period of the scholarship(maximum of 2 years)Length of Study: 2–3 yearsFrequency: AnnualClosing Date: JulyContributor: The Commission des normes, de l’équité, de lasanté et de la sécurité du travail provides most of the Insti-tute’s funding from the contributions it collects from theemployersAdditional Information: Please check the website for fur-ther details

For further information contact:

Tel: (1) 514 288 1551 ext. 377Email: [email protected]: Michel Asselin, Research advisor Coordinator

of the Graduate Scholarship Program

Institut Européen d’Administration desAffaires

Boulevard de Constance, F-77305 Fontainebleau Cedex,France

Tel: (33) 1 60 72 40 00Fax: (33) 1 60 74 55 00Email: [email protected]: www.insead.edu/mbaContact: Ms Irina Schneider-Maunoury, Senior Manager,

MBA Financing

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INSEAD is widely recognized as one of the most influentialbusiness schools in the world. With its second campus in Asiato complement its established presence in Europe, INSEAD issetting the pace in globalizing the MBA. The 1-year intensiveMBA programme is focused on international generalmanagement.

Institut Européen d’Administration des AffairesGoldman Sachs Scholarship for African Nationals

Purpose: The Goldman Sachs scholarships for Africannationals at INSEAD is designed to give candidates fromAfrican countries access to a world-class MBA education.The scholarship winners will be allocated a Goldman Sachsmentor throughout the 10-month MBA programmeEligibility: The scholarship is open to all candidates fromAfrican countries studying at INSEAD on the Full-time MBAProgramme. Successful candidates must demonstrate theirdesire to work in Africa and explain why building businessin Africa is important to themType: ScholarshipValue: Up to €15,000 per classFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: For further information, kindly referthe official link. www.insead.edu/Closing Date: 13 February for the July class (starts inSeptember); 22 August for the December class (starts inJanuary)Additional Information: Please check website for furtherinformation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institut Européen d’Administration des AffairesJewish Scholarship

Subjects: MBAPurpose: An INSEAD alumnus offers scholarships to Jewishstudents admitted to the INSEAD MBA Programme;a limited number of small awards are made each year. Inkeeping with the spirit and tradition behind this award, thewinners are encouraged to give back by making their owndonation to scholarships at INSEAD through the AlumniFund within a few years after graduationEligibility: Jewish students who can justify difficulty in rais-ing sufficient finances for their living expensesType: ScholarshipValue: Up to €5,000Frequency: Annual

Country of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 13 February each year for the July class (startsin September); 22 August each year for the December class(starts in January)Additional Information: Please check website for furtherinformation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institut Européen d’Administration des AffairesMBA Programme

Subjects: MBALength of Study: 10 monthsApplication Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli-cation form supplying a euro 110 fee, photograph, essay, twoletters of recommendation, transcripts of grades, GraduateManagement Admission Test score, TOEFL score and selfaddressed acknowledgment cardClosing Date: 1 February for Autumn intake (Fontainebleucampus only) and 2 July for January intake (Fontainebleauand Singapore campuses)

For further information contact:

MBAAdmissions Office Boulevard de Constance, Boulevardde Constance, 77300 Fontainebleau, France

Tel: (33) 1 60 72 42 73Fax: (33) 1 60 74 55 30Email: [email protected]: Ms Helen Henderson

Institut Européen d’Administration des AffairesNelson Mandela Endowment Scholarships

Subjects: Masters in Business Administration (MBA)Purpose: To honour the life and work of President NelsonMandela of South Africa, the INSEADMBA Class of 75 cre-ated the INSEAD Nelson Mandela Endowment Scholarshipsat their 30th Class Reunion to provide financial support forone or more African participants per year at INSEAD inperpetuityEligibility: To be eligible for the Nelson Mandela EndowedScholarship, candidates must be a national of a sub-SaharanAfrican country and have spent a substantial part of their livesand received part of their prior education in Africa. Preferencewill be given to candidates who require proven financialassistanceLevel of Study: Postgraduate

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Type: ScholarshipValue: Up to €20,000Country of Study: AfricaClosing Date: 19 April and 6 JuneFunding: GovernmentContributor: INSEADAdditional Information: For more details, visit officialscholarship website: mba.insead.edu/schlmgmt/dsp_schl_info.cfm?schlcode=AFR02

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institut Français d’Amérique

Department of History, CB# 3195, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3195, United States of America

Tel: (1) 919 962 2115Fax: (1) 919 962 1403Email: [email protected]: institut.unc.edu/Contact: Professor Jay Smith

The mission of the Institut Français de Washington isto promote the American study of French culture,language, history and society, and to encourage the workof teachers, scholars and students in these fields. TheInstitute also sponsors events to foster public understand-ing of French-American relations. The IFW provides fundsfor fellowships, prizes, and conferences that serve thismission.

Edouard Morot-Sir Fellowship in French Studies

Subjects: French studies in the areas of art, economics,history, history of science, linguistics, literature or socialsciencesEligibility: Open to those in the final stages of a PhD disser-tation or who have held a PhD for no longer than 3 yearsbefore the application deadlineLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostdoctorateType: FellowshipValue: US$1,500Length of Study: At least 1 monthFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: France

No. of awards offered: 90Application Procedure: Applicants must write a maximumof two pages describing the research project and planned tripand enclose a curriculum vitae. A letter of recommendationfrom the dissertation director is required and a letter froma specialist in the field for assistant professorsClosing Date: 15 JanuaryFunding: Private, FoundationNo. of awards given last year: 3No. of applicants last year: 90Additional Information:Awards are for maintenance duringresearch in France and should not be used for travel. Pleasecheck website institut.unc.edu/application/ for further infor-mation. Applications should be sent by email

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Gilbert Chinard Fellowships

Subjects: French studies in the areas of art, economics, history,history of science, linguistics, literature or social sciencesEligibility: Open to those in the final stages of a PhD disser-tation or who have held a PhD for no longer than 3 yearsbefore the application deadlineLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostdoctorateType: FellowshipValue: US$1,500Length of Study: At least 1 monthFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: FranceNo. of awards offered: 28Application Procedure: Applicants must write a maximumof two pages describing the research project and planned tripand enclose a curriculum vitae. A letter of recommendationfrom the dissertation director is also required for PhD candi-dates and a letter from a specialist in the field for assistantprofessorsClosing Date: 15 JanuaryFunding: PrivateNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 28Additional Information:Awards are for maintenance duringresearch in France and should not be used for travel. Appli-cations should be sent by email

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

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Harmon Chadbourn Rorison Fellowship

Subjects: French studies in the areas of art, economics, his-tory, history of science, linguistics, literature or socialsciencesEligibility: Open to those in the final stages of a PhD disser-tation or who have held a PhD for no longer than 3 yearsbefore the application deadlineLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: US$1,500Length of Study: At least 1 monthFrequency: Every 2 yearsCountry of Study: FranceNo. of awards offered: 27Application Procedure:Applicants must write a maximum oftwo pages describing the research project and planned trip andenclose a curriculum vitae. A letter of recommendation fromthe dissertation director is required for PhD candidates anda letter from a specialist in the field for assistant professorsClosing Date: 15 JanuaryFunding: Private, FoundationNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 27Additional Information:Awards are for maintenance duringresearch in France and should not be used for travel. Appli-cations should be sent by email

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute for Advanced Studies in theHumanities

The Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, TheUniversity of Edinburgh, Hope Park Square, Edinburgh, EH89NW, Scotland, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 131 650 4671Email: [email protected]: The Secretary

The Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities wasestablished in 1969 to promote interdisciplinary research inthe arts, humanities and social sciences at the University ofEdinburgh. It provides an international, interdisciplinary andautonomous space for discussion and debate.

Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities(The Institute for Advanced Studies in theHumanities)-SSPS (School of Social and PoliticalScience) Research Fellowships

Subjects: Arts, humanities and social sciencesPurpose: The IASH-SSPS Research Fellowships areintended to encourage outstanding interdisciplinary research,international scholarly collaboration, and networking activi-ties of visiting Research Fellows together with academics inthe School of Social and Political Science (SSPS)Eligibility: For eligibility criteria, please visit websitescholarship-positions.com/iash-ssps-research-fellowships-international-students-uk/2018/04/03/Value: Funds are available in support of travel (£500) andaccommodation costs (approximately £1,250-£3,750)Country of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Apply online. Go to website www.iash.ed.ac.uk/application-form for online applicationClosing Date: 28 FebruaryContributor: The Institute for Advanced Studies in theHumanitiesAdditional Information: For more details, visit www.iash.ed.ac.uk/iash-ssps-research-fellowships

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute for Advanced Studies onScience, Technology and Society(IAS-STS)

Kopernikusgasse 9, AUT 8010, Graz, Austria

Tel: (43) 316 813909 34Fax: (43) 316 810274Email: [email protected]: www.sts.tugraz.atContact: Günter Getzinger, Acting Director

In 1999 the Inter University Research Centre for Technology,Work and Culture (IFZ) launched the IAS-STS in Graz,Austria. It promotes the interdisciplinary investigation ofthe links and interaction between science, technology andsociety as well as research on the development and imple-mentation of socially and environmentally sound, sustainabletechnologies.

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Institute for Advanced Studies on Science,Technology and Society Fellowship Programme

Subjects: Gender (technology and environment), technologystudies, information and communication technologies andsociety, technology assessment, participatory technologydesign, sustainable consumption and production, geneticsand biotechnology, energy and climatePurpose: To give the students the opportunity to exploreissuesEligibility: Applicants must hold an academic degreeLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, Postgraduate,ResearchType: FellowshipsValue: €940 per monthLength of Study: Up to 9 monthsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IAS-STSCountry of Study: AustriaNo. of awards offered: 50Application Procedure:Application forms can be downloadfrom the websiteClosing Date: 30 JuneFunding: GovernmentContributor: Styrian GovernmentNo. of awards given last year: 5No. of applicants last year: 50

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute for Advanced Study (IAS)Technical University of Munich

Rudolf Diesel Industry Fellowship

Purpose: It is the Fellowship’s purpose to enhance collabo-ration and knowledge-sharing between research units at TUMand company research laboratories. To increase internationalcollaboration, TUM-IAS especially welcomes applicationsfrom companies from outside GermanyEligibility: 1. a nomination letter including a description ofthe facilities provided for the Fellow by the TUM Host insti-tute. 2. a CV including a list of publications. 3. a statement ofpurpose jointly signed by the candidate and the hosting pro-fessor, describing the content of the. 4. joint research, itsinnovative potential and the concrete implementation plans(budget), including any planned. 5. events to enhance theInstitute’s intellectual environmentLevel of Study: Postgraduate

Type: FellowshipValue: UM-IAS encourages the company to contributefunding for a doctoral candidate to the project, which wouldthen be jointly mentored and advised by the TUM Hostprofessor and the Rudolf Diesel Industry FellowFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Please submit the followingapplication documents: 1. a nomination letter includinga description of the facilities provided for the Fellow by theTUM Host institute. 2. a CV (no more than 5 pages) and a listof publications. 3. a statement of purpose jointly signed by thecandidate and the hosting professor, describing the content ofthe joint research, its innovative potential and the concreteimplementation plans. This statement should also include. 4. abudget plan. 5. a time plan regarding the candidate’s projectedperiods of stay at TUM. 6. an identification of possible addi-tional (interdisciplinary) collaboration partners both withinTUM-IAS and within TUM as well as a short explanation asto why this collaboration would be beneficial. 7. an outline foran international, ideally interdisciplinary workshop/collo-quium, to be organized during the active Fellowship period.8. a letter of nomination from the Dean of the hosting facultyor another member of the EHP or Board of TrusteesClosing Date: 24 OctoberFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Lichtenbergstraße 2 a, DEU 85748 Garching bei München,Germany

Tel: (49) 89 289 10550Email: [email protected]

Institute for Labour Market PolicyEvaluation (IFAU)

Box 513, SWE S751-20, Uppsala, Sweden

Tel: (46) 184 717 070Fax: (46) 184 717 071Email: [email protected]: www.ifau.se

The Institute for Labour Market Policy Evaluation (IFAU) isa research institute under the Swedish Ministry of industry,employment and communications. IFAU’s objective is topromote, support and carry out evaluations of the effects oflabour market policies, studies of the functioning of the labour

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market and evaluations of the labour market effects of mea-sures within the educational system.

Institute for Labour Market Policy Evaluation PostDoctoral Scholarship

Subjects: Labour market policyPurpose: To evaluate measures motivated by labour marketpolicyEligibility: Open to candidates who have recently obtaineda PhD degree in economics or another social science and areEU nationals (not Sweden) or non-EU nationals if they havebeen resident in the EU (not Sweden) for more than 4 out ofthe last 5 yearsLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: €52,029 per year with a mobility allowance of €550per month for single and €886 for researchers with a partnerand/or childrenLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualApplication Procedure: Applicants can download the appli-cation form from the website. The completed applicationform must be sent along with a curriculum vitae, names andaddresses of 3 referees, a research paper (or link) anda research proposal (not more than 3 pages)

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Cecilia Andersson

Institute for South ASIA Studies UCBerkeley

Berreman-Yamanaka award for Himalayan studies

Purpose: The Berreman-Yamanaka Fellowship for Himala-yan Studies’ provides for an annual award of up to $1500to UC Berkeley graduate students for research on topicsrelated to Himalayan Studies across Bhutan, India, Nepaland PakistanLevel of Study: GraduateType: AwardValue: US$1,500Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 15 AprilFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Bhattacharya Graduate Fellowship

Purpose: The Bhattacharya Graduate Fellowship will awardUC Berkeley graduate students competitive grants for topicsrelated to contemporary IndiaLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipValue: $1,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 15 AprilFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Bodha Pravaham Fellowship

Purpose: The Bodha Pravaham Undergraduate Fellowshipfor Tamil Studies, established with a generous contributionfrom Professor George Hart and Professor Kausalya Hart,both cornerstones of Tamil Studies at UC Berkeley, supportsundergraduate students pursuing research projects focusingon Tamil studiesLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipValue: $900Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 15 AprilFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Hart Fellowship

Purpose: The Hart Fellowship for Tamil Studies, establishedwith a generous contribution from Professor George Hart andProfessor Kausalya Hart, both cornerstones of Tamil Studiesat UC Berkeley, supports graduate students pursuing researchprojects focusing on Tamil studiesLevel of Study: GraduateType: Fellowship

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Value: $2,000Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 1 FebruaryFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Affairs Fellowship in India

Purpose: The Council on Foreign Relations InternationalAffairs Fellowship (IAF) in India, sponsored by Bharti, seeksto strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation betweenrising generations of leaders and thinkers in the United Statesand India. The program provides for one to four mid-careerUnited States professionals, who have had little or no substantialprior experience in India, the opportunity to spend three totwelve months conducting research and working in India. Fel-lows are drawn from academia, business, government, journal-ism, NGOs, and think tanks. While in India, fellows developa new professional network as well as gain fresh insights andperspectives into the country and the opportunities and chal-lenges that confront the region. CFRwill workwith its networkof contacts to assist selected fellows in finding suitable hostorganizations that best match the fellow’s proposed work inIndia. Possible placements include but are not limited to theCFR’s local partner, the Centre for Policy Research; the Insti-tute for Defense Studies and Analyses; or the Centre for Insur-ance and Risk ManagementEligibility: 1. Applicants must be United States citizens.2. Applicants must be mid-career professionals. 3. Applicantsmust possess a strong record of professional achievement.4. Applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s degreeLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipValue: $90,000Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 28 FebruaryFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Studies Research Lab

Purpose: The Center for Global Studies at the Universityof Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, is pleased to announce

funding to support the internationalization of communitycolleges nationwide. We invite applications from faculty,librarians, and administrators interested in expandingglobal studies curricula, instruction in less commonlytaught languages, library collections, or international edu-cation programs at their home institutions. Projects forminority-serving institutions are particularly welcome.During their stay, Fellows can work one-on-one with inter-national and area studies reference librarians and explorethe unlimited print and online resources of the Universityof Illinois LibraryEligibility: Applicants must be faculty or administrators at2-year community colleges or 4-year universities that offer asso-ciate degrees. The Center for Global Studies encourages appli-cations particularly from minority-serving institutions. Whilefellowships that cover housing and parking will be reserved toapplicants from outside of the Champaign-Urbana area, all par-ticipants will be eligible to receive research honorariaLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Apply online: forms.illinois.edu/sec/5427515Closing Date: 15 MayFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Lynne Rudasill Global Studies Librarian, Center for GlobalStudies 306 International Studies Building, M/C 402 uiuccampus mail, IL 00001, United States of America

Email: [email protected]

Maharaj Kaul Memorial Trust

Purpose: UC Berkeley graduate students are invited to applyfor competitive grants of up to $1000 for research travel toSouth Asia (a total of two will be awarded), and up to $500 forconference travel (a total of two will be awarded) madeavailable through a gift from the Maharaj Kaul MemorialFund to the Institute for South Asia StudiesLevel of Study: GraduateType: GrantValue: $1,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 1 FebruaryFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

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Outstanding Paper Prize

Purpose: The Subir and Malini Chowdhury Center forBangladesh Studies welcomes submissions for the Outstand-ing Paper Prize in Bangladesh Studies. Submissions are wel-come from any discipline, though preference will be given topapers in a social science fieldEligibility: 1. Full time UC Berkeley graduate students orundergraduates with upperclass standing. 2. Students musthave been registered as a full time student at any accrediteduniversity. 3. Papers must be linked to a course for under-graduates, must be linked to a departmental thesis programLevel of Study: GraduateType: GrantValue: $500Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 15 AprilFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

The Subir & Malini Chowdhury Center Institute for SouthAsia Studies UC Berkeley 10 Stephens Hall, Berkeley, CA94720-2310, United States of America

Email: [email protected]

South Asia Program Junior Fellowship

Purpose: The one-year, full-time fellowship will provideindividuals with a unique opportunity to expand their knowl-edge of security issues in the subcontinent, engage the SouthAsia policy community in Washington and the region, andexperience working at a dynamic think tank that providesclose interaction with senior staff and researchersEligibility: 1. A strong background in: South Asian political,economic, or security issues; strategic studies; internationalrelations theory; or economics. 2. Demonstrated analytical,research, and writing skills. 3. Ability to work independentlyand to collaborate with peers in a team environment. 4. Bach-elor’s degree. All applicants must be eligible to work in theUnited States for the full twelve months of the fellowshipfollowing graduationLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipValue: $37,000Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 27 FebruaryFunding: Foundation

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute for Supply Management (ISM)

2055 E. Centennial Circle, Tempe, AZ 85285-2160, UnitedStates of America

Tel: (1) 480 752 6276Fax: (1) 480 752 7890Email: [email protected]: www.ism.wsContact: Valerie Gryniewicz, Manager, Education

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) is a non-profitassociation that provides national and international leader-ship in purchasing and supply management research andeducation. ISM provides more than 40,000 members withopportunities to expand their professional skills andknowledge.

Institute for Supply Management ProfessionalResearch Development Grant

Purpose: This program is designed to support assistants andyoung associate professor with terminal degree that areteaching in the field of a significant research track in supplymanagement and associated areas. The goal is to help com-petitively selected faculty build a research and publicationfield and establish themselves in the profession (i.-e. academic institutions, professional organisation, researchfund granting bodies such as CAPS Research etc.). Thiswould include CAPS research. Faculty selected will gener-ally have 2 and 8 years of teaching and research experienceand have successful publication experiments beyond thedoctoral degreeEligibility: Open to assistant professors, associate professorsor equivalent who have demonstrated exceptional academicproductivity in research and teaching. Candidates are chosenfrom those who can help produce useful research that can beapplied to the advancement of purchasing and supply man-agement. Candidates must be full-time faculty memberswithin or outside the United States of America and be presentor past members of ISM committees, groups, forums oraffiliated organizations. An assistant professor should have3 or more years of post-degree experience. Previous awardeesare ineligibleLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: Grant

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Value: US$10,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: United States of AmericaNo. of awards offered: 5–10Application Procedure: (1) Letter of applicationexplaining qualifications of the grant. (2) Research pro-posal of no more than five pages, including problem state-ment or hypothesis; research methodology, with datasources, collection and analysis; and value to the field ofsupply management. (3) Curriculum vitae, including worksin progressClosing Date: 30 JanuaryFunding: PrivateContributor: ISMNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 5–10Additional Information: It is expected that the recipientswill present the results of their research at an ISM forum,e.g. research symposium, ISM Annual International Purchas-ing Conference and/or an ISM publication such as The Jour-nal of Supply Chain Management

For further information contact:

c/o Robert A Kemp, PhD, CPM, Institute for Supply Man-agement, Tempe, AZ PO Box 22160, United States ofAmerica

Email: [email protected]: ISM Doctoral Grant Committee

Institute of Advanced Legal Studies(IALS)

Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Charles Clore House,17 Russell Square, WC1B 5DR, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7862 5800Fax: (44) 20 7862 5850Email: [email protected]: www.ials.sas.ac.ukContact: Margaret Wilson, Institute Manager

The Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (IALS) playsa national and international role in the promotion and facil-itation of legal research. It possesses one of the leadingresearch libraries in Europe and organizes a regular pro-gramme of conferences, seminars and lectures. It also offerspostgraduate taught and research programmes and special-ized training courses.

Institute of Advanced Legal Studies VisitingFellowship in Law Librarianship

Subjects: Law and library sciencePurpose: To enable experienced law librarians, who areundertaking research in, appropriate fields, to relate theirwork to activities in which the Institutes own library isinvolvedEligibility: Open to experienced law librarians from anycountryLevel of Study: UnrestrictedType: FellowshipValue: Fellowships can consist of or include a period workingwith Institute library staff or be a period of research based ina research carrelLength of Study: Between 2 and 6 monthsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: The IALSCountry of Study: United KingdomNo. of awards offered: 1Application Procedure: Applicants must submit a full cur-riculum vitae, the names, addresses and telephone numbers oftwo referees and a brief statement of the research programmeto be undertaken to the Administrative SecretaryClosing Date: Applications may be considered at any time ofthe yearNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 1

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute of Advanced Legal Studies VisitingFellowship in Legislative Studies

Subjects: LawPurpose: To enable individuals in the field to undertakeresearchEligibility: Open to established academics and practitionersfrom any country. This award is not available for postgraduateresearchLevel of Study: UnrestrictedType: FellowshipValue: Non-stipendaryLength of Study: A minimum of 3 months and a maximumof 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: The IALSCountry of Study: United KingdomNo. of awards offered: 1

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Application Procedure: Applicants must submit a full cur-riculum vitae, the names, addresses and telephone numbers oftwo referees and a brief statement of the research programmeto be undertakenClosing Date: 30 January for the following academic yearNo. of applicants last year: 1

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute of Behavioural Science (IBS),University of Colorado at Boulder

Department of Geography & Institute of Behavioural ScienceCampus Box 487, Boulder, CO 80309-0487, United States ofAmerica

Tel: (1) 303 492 1619Fax: (1) 303 492 3609Email: [email protected]: www.colorado.edu/IBSContact: Mr John O’Loughlin

The Institute of Behavioural Science (IBS) provides a settingfor interdisciplinary research on problems of societal concern.By engaging faculty from all of the social and behaviouralsciences at the University of Colorado at Boulder, the Instituteencourages work that transcends disciplinary boundaries, thatilluminates the complexity of social behaviour and social life,and that has important implications for social policy.

Master of Business Administration Programme

Length of Study: 1 year and 2 monthsApplication Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli-cation form supplying, TOEFL score, Graduate ManagementAdmission Test score, plus personal and professional recom-mendations with career goalsClosing Date: 30 May

For further information contact:

Graduate School of Business Administration Campus Box419, Boulder, CO 80309-0030, United States of America

Tel: (1) 303 492 1831Fax: (1) 303 492 1727Email: [email protected]: MBA Admissions Officer

Institute of Biology

20 Queensberry Place, SW7 2DZ, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7581 8333Fax: (44) 20 7823 9409Email: [email protected]: www.iob.orgContact: Ms Georgina Day, Education Officer

The Institute of Biology’s mission is to promote biology and thebiological sciences, to foster the public understanding of sci-ence, to enhance the status of the biology profession and torepresent its members as a whole to government and otherbodiesworldwide. The Institute is the ‘voice’ of British biology.

Dax Copp Travelling Fellowship

Subjects: Biological sciencesPurpose: To support overseas travel in connection with bio-logical study, teaching or research and to aid those who wouldotherwise not have this opportunityEligibility: Open to students in the biological sciences study-ing in the United KingdomLevel of Study: UnrestrictedType: FellowshipValue: UK£500Frequency: AnnualNo. of awards offered: 20Application Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli-cation form, available from the Expeditions Grants Manager.Applicants are also required to produce a reasoned statementof the purpose to which the fellowship will be put, supportedby three refereesClosing Date: Mid JanuaryFunding: PrivateContributor: MembershipNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 20Additional Information: Applicants receiving a fellowshipwill be expected to provide the Institute with a report withinsix months of the fellowship ending

For further information contact:

Royal Geographical Society, 1 Kensington Gore, Kensington,SW7 2DZ, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7591 3073Email: [email protected]: Expedition Grants Manager

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Institute of Education

20 Bedford Way, WC1H 0AL, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7612 6000Email: [email protected]: www.ioe.ac.ukContact: Josie Charlton, Head of Marketing and

Development

Founded in 1902, the Institute of Education is a world-classcentre of excellence for research, teacher training, higherdegrees and consultancy in education and education-relatedareas of social science. Our pre-eminent scholars and talentedstudents from all walks of life make up an intellectually richand diverse learning community.

Nicholas Hans Comparative EducationScholarship

Subjects: Comparative educationPurpose: To assist a well-qualified student to study for a PhDin comparative education at the Institute of EducationEligibility: Candidates must be registered Institute studentsnot normally resident in the United KingdomLevel of Study: DoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: Full-time tuition feesLength of Study: 3–7 yearsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Institute of EducationCountry of Study: United KingdomApplication Procedure: Candidates are required to submitan extended essay of 25,000–30,000 words, based upon theirresearch or proposed research, that exemplifies, extends ordevelops by critique the concerns of Nicholas Hans in com-parative educationClosing Date: 1 JuneFunding: TrustsContributor: Trust fund based upon money left in the will ofNicholas Hans’ widow

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Patricia Kelly

Institute of Electrical and ElectronicsEngineers History Center

Samuel C. Williams Library, 3rd floor, 1 Castle point onHudson, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of America

Tel: (1) 732 562 5450Fax: (1) 732 562 6020Email: [email protected]: www.ieee.org/about/history_center/fellowship.

htmlContact: Mr Robert Colburn, Research Co-ordinator

The mission of the IEEE History Center is to preserve,research and promote the history of information and electricaltechnologies.

Charles LeGeyt Fortescue Fellowship

Subjects: Engineering and Physical SciencesPurpose: The Charles LeGeyt Fortescue Scholarship wasestablished in 1939 as a memorial to Charles LeGeyt inrecognition of his valuable contributions to the field of elec-trical engineeringEligibility: 1. To be eligible, the student must bea permanent resident of the United States, have majoredin the field of electrical engineering, and have receiveda bachelor’s degree from an engineering college of recog-nized standing. 2. The scholarship will be awarded toa first-year full-time graduate student only. In the eventthe college is conducting a combined BS and MS degreeprogram, the student in the penultimate year would beeligible for the award, which would apply in the finalyear of the programLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: US$24,000 per yearLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: Every 2 yearsStudy Establishment: An engineering school of recognisedstandingCountry of Study: United States of America or CanadaNo. of awards offered: 25Closing Date: 15 NovemberFunding: Private

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No. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 25Additional Information: The Institute also offers many prizeawards (service awards, field awards, and prize paperawards), and a number of medals

For further information contact:

445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854, United States ofAmerica

Institute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersFellowship in the History of Electrical andComputing Technology

Subjects: The history of electrical engineering and computertechnologyPurpose: To support graduate work in the history of electricalengineeringEligibility: Open to suitably qualified graduate students, orpostdoctoral candidate studying the history of electrical orcomputing technologiesLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: US$25,000 plus US$3,000 research budgetLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: A college or university of recognizedstandingCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 14Application Procedure: Applicants must submita completed application, transcripts, three letters of recom-mendation and a research proposal. Application materials canbe downloaded from the websiteClosing Date: 1 FebruaryFunding: CorporationNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 14Additional Information: The fellowship is made possible bya grant from the IEEE Life Member Fund and is awarded bythe IEEE History Committee. Application materials availableon the website

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute of European Studies

Tel: (32) 2 614 80 01Fax: (32) 2 614 80 01

Ana Hatherly Graduate Student Research Grant

Purpose: Cátedra Ana Hatherly promotes the work of oneof the most important and multifaceted Portuguese poets,Ana Hatherly. In this context Camões, Instituto daCooperação e da Língua and the Center for PortugueseStudies are pleased to announce a competition for1 research grant of $1000.00 each for Graduate Studentsin all areas of research at UC, Berkeley. Preference will begiven to applicants interested in publishing researchpapers about Ana Hatherly’s poetry, cinematography, andpaintingLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: GrantValue: $1,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 22 JanuaryFunding: International office

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Regents’ Junior Faculty Fellowships

Purpose: It is a pleasure to bring to the attention of juniorfaculty members the Regents’ Junior Faculty Fellowships forthe summerEligibility: Eligibility is limited to academic year appointeesin the ranks of Assistant Professor, Acting Assistant Profes-sor, Acting Associate Professor, and, in the School of Law,Acting ProfessorLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: $5,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 12 AprilFunding: International office

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For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institute of Fundamental Sciences,Massey University

Institute of Fundamental Sciences, Massey University, Palm-erston North, New Zealand

Email: [email protected]: Professor Robert McLachlan

The Institute of Fundamental Sciences is based at MasseyUniversity’s Palmerston North, Manawatû campus. Ourmulti- and interdisciplinary research and teaching span thefundamental areas of chemistry, physics, nanoscience, math-ematics, statistics, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics,plant science, evolutionary biology and bioinformatics.

Massey Business School - PhD scholarships

Subjects: Agrifood business, finance and financial services,innovation and entrepreneurship,Purpose: The Massey Business School is seeking tostrengthen its strategic research platformsEligibility: At a minimum, you must meet MU admissioncriteria: GPA of 7.5 or higher (on a 9 point scale). This isabove an average grade of A- (anMBA is not a direct pathwayto a PhD). Applicants should have a conditional or uncondi-tional offer of place in a doctoral programme at MasseyUniversity. Full-time and part-time candidates are eligible toapplyLevel of Study: DoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: NZ $25,000 per annum for a maximum of 3 yearsLength of Study: 3 yearsStudy Establishment: Institute of Fundamental Sciences,Massey UniversityCountry of Study: New ZealandApplication Procedure: you need to submit your academicCV, academic transcripts, a one-page research proposal andother supporting documents to the appropriate person listed:1. School of Accountancy: Dr Lin Mei Tan [email protected]. 2. School of Aviation: Dr Andrew [email protected]. 3. School of Economics &Finance: Fong Mee Chin [email protected]. 4. Schoolof Communication, Journalism & Marketing: Claudia [email protected]. 5. School of Management: Brigid

Eames [email protected]. 6. General enquiry: CarnettePulma [email protected] Date: 1 October and 1 March

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

PhD Opportunity - Engineering

Subjects: Physics or engineeringEligibility: The successful candidate will likely havea background in physics or engineering and will provideevidence of well-developed mathematical skills and practicalabilityLevel of Study: DoctorateValue: The project will be carried out with an industrialpartner (Ravensdown) and a stipend is offered for a durationof 3 yearsLength of Study: 3 yearsStudy Establishment: Institute of Fundamental Sciences,Massey UniversityCountry of Study: New ZealandApplication Procedure: Applicants should provide their CVto Professor Clive Davies [email protected], School ofEngineering and Advanced Technology

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

PhD Scholarship (Drug Research Team, SHORE &Whariki Research Centre)

Level of Study: DoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: NZ $25,000 per annum (tax free) plus tuition feesLength of Study: 3 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: New ZealandApplication Procedure: To apply please send a coveringletter, curriculum vitae and 3 recent examples of your writtenwork via email to Dr. Chris Wilkins. If you would like todiscuss this opportunity further please contact Dr. Chris Wil-kins ([email protected])Closing Date: 20 March

For further information contact:

Email: shore&[email protected]

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PhD Scholarship in Mathematics

Subjects: Mathematics (geometric numerical integration)Eligibility:Applicants should have or expect to receive a BSc(Hons) or MSc degree or equivalent in mathematicsLevel of Study: DoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: The scholarship covers all tuition fees for internationaland domestic students and includes a tax-free stipend of NZ$25,000 per annumStudy Establishment: Institute of Fundamental Sciences,Massey UniversityCountry of Study: New ZealandApplication Procedure: Applications including a CV, aca-demic transcript and cover letter should be sent to ProfessorRobert McLachlan, Institute of Fundamental Sciences, Mas-sey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand or by emailto [email protected] Information: See web site dynamics.massey.ac.nz for further information

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

School of Engineering and Advanced Technologyscholarships

Eligibility: To be eligible you must hold a recognizedentrance qualificationLevel of Study: DoctorateType: ScholarshipValue: $25,000 a year for 3 years, to cover fees and livingexpensesLength of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Institute of Fundamental Sciences,Massey UniversityCountry of Study: New ZealandApplication Procedure: Initial applications should be onthe Massey University form. Please send the form toMichele Wagner ([email protected]), not the collegecoordinatorClosing Date: November each year

For further information contact:

21 North Park Street, Madison, WI 53715, United States ofAmerica

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Institute of Museum and LibraryServices

Accelerating Promising Practices for SmallLibraries

Purpose: Accelerating Promising Practices for Small Librar-ies (APP) is a special initiative of the National LeadershipGrants for Libraries Program. The goal of this initiative is tosupport projects that strengthen the ability of small and rurallibraries and archives to serve their communitiesEligibility: See the Notice of Funding Opportunity for eligi-bility criteria for this program. To be eligible as an applicantfor the Accelerating Promising Practices for Small LibrariesInitiative, you must: 1. Be either a unit of State or localgovernment or be a private, nonprofit institution that hasnonprofit status under the Internal Revenue Code of 1954,as amended, and 2. Be located in one of the 50 States of theUnited States of America, the District of Columbia, the Com-monwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands,Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the NorthernMariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, theFederated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau. Forfurther information, refer the below link. www.imls.gov/sites/default/files/fy19-ols-app-nofo.pdfLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: GrantFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 25 FebruaryFunding: PrivateAdditional Information: The goal of this initiative is tosupport projects that strengthen the ability of small and rurallibraries and archives to serve their communities. IMLSinvites applications that focus on the following topics: trans-forming school library practice community memory digitalinclusion

For further information contact:

955 L’Enfant Plaza North, SW, Suite 4000, Washington, DC20024-2135, United States of America

Email: [email protected]

Native American Library Services: EnhancementGrants

Purpose: Native American Enhancement grants are com-petitive grants available to carry out activities, described in

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20 U.S.C. 9141, that advance the programs and services ofeligibleEligibility: Indian tribes are eligible to apply for fundingunder the Native American Library Services EnhancementGrant program. See the Notice of Funding Opportunity foreligibility criteria for this programLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: $10,000 to $1,50,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Digital Services projects featureactivities dedicated to the establishment and refinement ofdigital services and programs related to infrastructure, plat-forms, and technology, in generalClosing Date: 1 MayFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institution of Engineering andTechnology (IET)

Michael Faraday House, Six Hills Way, Stevenage, SG1 2AY,Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 1438 313 311Fax: (44) 1438 765 526Email: [email protected]: www.theiet.org/awardsContact: J Tilley, Scholarships Coordinator

The IET is one of the world’s largest engineering institutionswith over 163,000 members in 127 countries. It is also themost interdisciplinary – to reflect the increasingly diversenature of engineering in the 21st century. Energy, transport,manufacturing, information and communications, and thebuilt environment: the IET covers them all.

Institution of Engineering and TechnologyPostgraduate Scholarship for an OutstandingResearcher

Subjects: Engineering and TechnologyPurpose: To assist IET members with research studiesEligibility: Applicants should be members of the IET andmust have commenced their studies prior to applying for thisscholarship

Level of Study: Doctorate, Postgraduate, ResearchType: ScholarshipValue: UK£10,000Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Applicants should complete theonline application form at www.theiet.org/postgradawardsClosing Date: AprilFunding: Trusts

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institution of Engineering and Technology TravelAwards

Subjects: Engineering and TechnologyPurpose: To assist IET members undertaking internationaltravel to attend conferences, participate in internationalresearch visits or projectsEligibility: Open to IET membersLevel of Study: UnrestrictedType: Travel grantValue: UK£500Length of Study: N/AFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Applicants should complete theonline application form at www.theiet.org/travel-awardsClosing Date: Deadlines for applications can be found atwww.theiet.org/travel-awardsFunding: TrustsAdditional Information: If a successful applicant does notundertake the visit, or submit a report within 1 month of thevisit, they must return the funding to the IET. Awards areavailable throughout the year for IET members who presenta paper/poster at conferences around the world, or participatein international research visits or projects

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Institution of Mechanical Engineers(IMechE)

1 Birdcage Walk, Westminster, SW1H 9JJ, London, UnitedKingdom

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Tel: (44) 20 7222 7899Fax: (44) 20 7222 4557Email: [email protected]: www.imeche.orgContact: The Prizes and Awards Officer

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) wasfounded in 1847 by engineers. They formed an institutionto promote the exchange of ideas and encourage individ-uals or groups in creating inventions that would be crucialto the development of the world as a whole. Now, over150 years later, IMechE is one of the largest engineeringinstitutions in the world, with over 88,000 members in120 countries.

James Clayton Lectures

Subjects: Mechanical engineeringPurpose: To provide for the expenses of the person pre-senting the lecture that is to take place at an ordinary meetingof the Institution on a subject relating to mechanical engineer-ing science, research, invention or experimental workLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: GrantValue: UK£500Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: United KingdomApplication Procedure: Applicants must write for detailsFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Spencer Wilks Scholarship/Fellowship

Subjects: Mechanical engineeringPurpose: To promote or encourage the study of automobileengineeringLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: UK£10,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Applicants must write for detailsFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Intel Corporation

2200 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054 1549,United States of America

Tel: (1) 408 765 8080Fax: (1) 408 765 3804Email: [email protected]: www.intel.com

Intel Corporation is committed to maintaining and enhancingthe quality of life in the communities where the company hasa major presence.

Intel Public Affairs Russia Grant

Subjects: Science, mathematics, environmental students andtechnology educationPurpose: To support further study programmes with educa-tional and technological components in RussiaEligibility: Each request will be evaluated on the basis of theservices offered and the programme’s impact on the commu-nity and the potential for Intel employee involvementType: GrantFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: RussiaApplication Procedure: Apply online or contact the officeFunding: CorporationContributor: Intel Corporation

For further information contact:

Tel: (7) 831 296 94 44Email: [email protected]: Mr Evgeny Zakablukovsky, Russia Community

and Regional Government Relations Manager

Interart Festival Center

PO Box 80 1051 Vörösmarty Tér 1, HUN-1366, Budapest,Hungary

Tel: (36) 1 317 9838Fax: (36) 1 317 9910Contact: Grants Management Officer

The Hungarian Television and Interart Festival Center hasorganised the International Conductors’ Competition every

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third year since 1974. The goal of the competition is todiscover gifted young conductors from Hungary and abroad,to introduce them to the possible audience and to stimulatepublic interest in musical performance, musical values andmodes and possibilities of interpretation.

International Glaucoma Award

Purpose: The International Glaucoma Association (IGA) ispleased to announce a grants programme in collaborationwith The College of Optometrists and is pleased to offerResearch AwardsEligibility: Postgraduate research award. Multidisciplinaryresearch teams are encouraged and should includea member/fellow of RCOphth but co-applicants (and projectlead) may include hospital/community based optometristsand/or nurses undertaking glaucoma research in the UnitedKingdom and IrelandLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: UK£1,00,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 23 FebruaryFunding: Foundation

International Airline Training Fund(IATF)

33, Route de I’Aeroport PO Box 416, Gineva-15 Airport,CH-1215, Geneva, Switzerland

Tel: (41) 22 770 2525Fax: (41) 22 798 3553Email: [email protected]: www.iata.orgContact: IATF Co-ordinator

The International Airline Training Fund’s (IATF) mission isto provide vocational training opportunities for staff of IATAmember airlines based in countries with developing econo-mies. It does so by providing scholarships and other trainingopportunities to enable worthy candidates to follow voca-tional training courses conducted by the IATAAviation Train-ing &Development Institute, the Aviation MBA at ConcordiaUniversity, as well as several other courses.

International Airline Training Fund IATA AviationTraining and Development Institute (ATDI)Scholarships

Subjects: Business administration and management in thefield of aviation training and developmentPurpose: To enable staff of IATA member airlines based incountries with developing economies to follow short coursesof specialist vocational training provided under the auspicesof the IATA Aviation Training & Development Institute(ATDI)Eligibility: Open to staff from IATA member airlines fromcountries with developing economiesLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: Please contact the organizationCountry of Study: Switzerland, the United States of Americaor SingaporeApplication Procedure: Applicants must channel applica-tions through the human resources director of the IATA mem-ber airline which employs the applicant for an IATF-IATDIscholarshipFunding: Commercial, PrivateContributor: IATA member airlines and aviation industrysuppliersAdditional Information: The scholarship committee meetsquarterly to assess accumulated applications as of that dateand to make awards. The ATDI seeks to offer skills train-ing for managers, supervisors and other airline industryspecialist staff who wish to add to their professionalknowledge and ability. The range of courses taught iswide, with courses in heavy demand being repeated duringthe course of the year

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Arctic Research CenterFellowships for Cancer Research

150 cours Albert-Thomas, 69372 Lyon Cedex 08, France

Tel: (33) 472 73 84 48Fax: (33) 472 73 80 80Email: [email protected]: Research on Cancer

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Postdoctoral Fellowships for Training in CancerResearch

Subjects: Epidemiology (all disciplines included), biostatis-tics, bioinformatics, and areas related to mechanisms of car-cinogenesis including molecular and cell biology, moleculargenetics, epigenetics and molecular pathologyPurpose: The IARC fellowships are intended for early careerscientists wishing to complete their training in those aspectsof cancer research related to the Agency’s mission. Disci-plines covered are: epidemiology (all disciplines included),biostatistics, bioinformatics, and areas related to, mechanismsof carcinogenesis including molecular and cell biology,molecular genetics, epigenetics, and molecular pathologyLevel of Study: ResearchType: FellowshipValue: The annual stipend with dependent allowance is com-petitive compared with other international fellowshipschemes. The cost of travel for the Fellow, and in certaincircumstances for dependants, will be met, and health insur-ance coveredLength of Study: 2 yearsCountry of Study: FranceClosing Date: 30 NovemberAdditional Information: For more details, please visit www.iarc.fr

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Association for the Studyof Obesity

Charles Darwin House, 12 Roger Street, WCIN 2JU, London,United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7685 2580Fax: (44) 20 7685 2581Email: [email protected]: www.iaso.org

The International Association for the Study of Obesity (IASO)aims to improve global health by promoting the understandingof obesity and weight-related diseases through scientificresearch and dialogue whilst encouraging the development ofeffective policies for their prevention and management. IASO

is the leading global professional organization concerned withobesity, operating in over 50 countries around the world.

International Association for the Study of ObesityPer Björntorp Travelling Fellowship Award

Subjects: Medicine and surgeryPurpose: To provide travel grants to enable youngresearchers to attend the International Congress of ObesityEligibility: Applicants for this award must demonstrate theirfinancial need for such support to attend the Congress. Appli-cants must be an IASO member. There is no age limitLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, Postgraduate, Pre-doctorate, ResearchType: Studentships and bursariesValue: Up to $2,000 of return economy flights, congressRegistration and hotel accommodation at the InternationalCongress of ObesityStudy Establishment: AnyCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Download the application formfrom websiteClosing Date: See the website for detailsAdditional Information: For further information about theIASO Travelling Fellowships Award please write [email protected]

For further information contact:

28 Portland Place, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom

Tel: (44) 20 7467 9610Fax: (44) 20 7636 9258Email: [email protected]: Kate Baillie

International Business MachinesCorporation

1 New Orchard Road, Armonk, New York, NY 10504 1722,United States of America

Tel: (1) 877 426 6006Fax: (1) 866 722 9226Email: [email protected]: www.ibm.com

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IBM stands today at the forefront of a worldwide industrythat is revolutionizing the way in which enterprises, orga-nizations and people operate and thrive. IBM strives tolead in the invention, development and manufacture ofthe industry’s most advanced information technologies,including computer systems, software, storage systems,and microelectronics.

International Business Machines HermanGoldstine Postdoctoral Fellowship

Subjects: Mathematics and computer sciencePurpose: To provide scientists of outstanding ability anopportunity to advance their scholarship as resident depart-ment members at the Research CenterEligibility: Open to candidates who have obtained a PhD orexpect to receive a PhD before the fellowship commences inthe second half of current yearLevel of Study: ResearchType: FellowshipValue: Stipend is expected to be between US$95,000 andUS$1,20,000, depending on the length of experience. Anadditional allowance for moving expenses will be providedLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: United States of AmericaApplication Procedure: Applicants can download the appli-cation form from the website. The completed application form,curriculum vitae and abstract of PhD dissertation must be sentClosing Date: 15 JanuaryAdditional Information: Applications shall be acceptedthrough email at [email protected]

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Business Machines PhD FellowshipProgram

Subjects: All subjectsPurpose: To honour exceptional PhD students in an array offocus areas of interest to IBM and fundamental to innovationEligibility:Open to students nominated by a faculty member.They must be enroled full-time in a college or university PhDprogramme and they should have completed at least 1 year ofstudy in their Doctoral programme at the time of theirnominationLevel of Study: DoctorateType: Fellowships

Value: US$17,500Length of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: All nominations for the IBM PhDFellowship must be submitted by faculty electronically overthe web on a standardized form. The nomination form will beavailable on the IBM PhD Fellowship nomination websitefrom 19 September to 31 OctoberClosing Date: 31 OctoberAdditional Information: Non-United States citizens whowish to participate in an internship in the United States mustobtain work authorization under the specifics of their partic-ular visa. For further information, see website at www.research.ibm.com/university/phdfellowship/#about OR con-tact [email protected]

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Centre for Education inIslamic Finance (INCEIF)

Email: [email protected]: Noorsyarina Mohd Sapiai

Khazanah – INCEIF Scholarship

Subjects: Islamic FinanceEligibility: Information available on website: www.inceif.org/khazanah-inceif-scholarship-programme/Level of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateValue:All applicable tuition fees and monthly allowances forthe duration of the courseStudy Establishment: INCEIFCountry of Study: MalaysiaApplication Procedure: Kindly contact Ms NoorsyarinaMohd Sapiai at [email protected] for further assistanceClosing Date: 16 MarchAdditional Information: Eligible to nationals of Malaysia.All communications will be done via email. Therefore pleaseensure the email address given is correct and active

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

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International Centre for GeneticEngineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)

AREA Science Park, Padriciano 99, ITA 34149, Trieste, Italy

Tel: (39) 40 375 71Fax: (39) 40 226 555Email: [email protected]: www.icgeb.orgContact: Human Resources Unit

The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Bio-technology (ICGEB) is an organization devoted to advancedresearch and training in molecular biology and biotechnology,with special regard to the needs of the developing world. Thecomponent host countries are Italy, India and South Africa.The full member states of ICGEB are Afghanistan, Algeria,Argentina, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina,Brazil, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cameroon, Chile, China, Colom-bia, Costa Rica, Côte d’Ivoire, Croatia, Cuba, Ecuador,Egypt, Eritrea, FYR Macedonia, Hungary, Iran, Iraq, Jordan,Kenya, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Liberia, Libya, Malaysia, Mau-ritius, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan,Panama, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia,Senegal, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria,Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, United ArabEmirates, Uruguay, Venezuela, and Vietnam.

International Center for Genetic Engineeringand Biotechnology Arturo Falaschi PhD andPostdoctoral Fellowships for Member Countries

Subjects: Fellowships are awarded in Life Sciences. Theprogramme provides support for research projects in basicscience, human healthcare, industrial and agricultural bio-technology and bioenergyPurpose: Funding opportunities are made available throughthe Collaborative Research Programme (CRP) – ICGEBResearch Grants, which is a dedicated source of fundingaimed at financing projects addressing original scientificproblems of particular relevance for the host country and ofregional interestEligibility:Candidates must have a good working knowledgeof the English language, supported by a proficiency certificate(TOEFL, Cambridge Certificate, or equivalent). Not requiredwhen scholastic education has been undertaken in EnglishType: FellowshipValue: See the website

Study Establishment: Fellowships are awarded in Life Sci-ences. The programme provides support for research projectsin basic science, human healthcare, industrial and agriculturalbiotechnology and bioenergyCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The mode of application is onlineClosing Date: Closing date for applications for PhDs:31 March, Closing dates for applications for Postdocs:31 March and 30 SeptemberAdditional Information: Please browse the website for moredetails scholarship-positions.com/icgeb-arturo-falaschi-phd-postdoctoral-fellowships-member-countries/2018/01/17/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

The Arturo Falaschi ICGEB PredoctoralFellowships ICGEB Trieste International PhDProgramme

Subjects:Molecular medicine, tumour virology, bacteriology,protein structure and bioinformatics, molecular pathology,molecular immunology, human molecular genetics, molecularvirology, mouse molecular genetics, neurobiology, protein net-works, yeast molecular genetics, cellular immunology, andmolecular hematologyPurpose: To enable promising young students to attend andcomplete the PhD programme at ICGEB Trieste in Italy. Theprogramme is validated by the Open University, United King-dom, and the University of Nova Gorica, SloveniaEligibility: Open to students having a BSc (Hons) universitydegree under the age of 32 from anymember state of the ICGEBLevel of Study: PredoctorateType: FellowshipValue: Stipends to cover the cost of normal living expenses(annually) for one person at the location of the individual hostinstitute; fellowships are renewable for the following yearsprovided that the PhD Programme requirements are fulfilled.Cost to cover travel to and from the host country and medicalhealth insurance coverLength of Study: Up to 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: ICGEB laboratories in Trieste andMonterotondo (Rome)Country of Study: ItalyApplication Procedure:Applicants must refer to the websiteClosing Date: 31 MarchAdditional Information: For more information on this pro-gramme please refer to the website

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For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Centre for TheoreticalSciences

Survey No. 151, Shivakote, Hesaraghatta Hobli, Bengaluru,Karnataka 560 089, India

Tel: (91) 80 6730 6000, 80 4653 6000Fax: (91) 80 4653 6002Email: [email protected]: International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS)contributesto research excellence in science in various ways. It has a high-quality faculty together with a large floating population com-prising visitors, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students.

International Centre for Theoretical SciencesS. N. Bhatt Memorial Excellence ResearchFellowship

Subjects: The fellowship is awarded in the field of Scienceand EngineeringPurpose: The aim of the fellowship is to give an opportunityto master’s students of Science and Engineering to work withfaculty and post-doctoral fellows of the Centre and to partic-ipate in research at the frontiers of knowledgeEligibility: Master’s degree students and those who havecompleted their undergraduate are welcome to applyType: ResearchValue: This program offers a unique opportunity mastersstudents of Science and Engineering to work with facultyand postdoctoral fellows of the Centre and to participate inresearch at the frontiers of knowledgeStudy Establishment: The fellowship is awarded in the fieldof Science and EngineeringCountry of Study: IndiaApplication Procedure: Names, Affiliation and email id oftwo or more referees who would provide reference letters foryou. The referees should be your teachers or scientists withwhom you have interacted academically. Application will beprocessed onlineClosing Date: 18 January of every yearAdditional Information: please visit our website for moreinformation scholarship-positions.com/icts-s-n-bhatt-memorial-excellence-research-fellowship-india/2017/11/04/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Dairy-Deli-BakeryAssociation

IDDBA, 636 Science Drive, PO Box 5528, Madison, WI53711 1073, United States of America

Tel: (1) 608 310 5000Fax: (1) 608 238 6330Email: [email protected]: www.iddba.org

Our mission is to expand our leadership role in promoting thegrowth and development of daily, deli, and bakery sales in thefood industry. Our vision is to be the essential resource forrelevant information and services that add value across allfood channels for the dairy, deli and bakery categories.

International Dairy Deli Bakery AssociationGraduate Scholarships

Subjects: Culinary arts, baking/party arts, food service, busi-ness and marketingPurpose: To support employees of IDDBA-member companiesEligibility: Applicants must be a current full- or part-timeemployee of an IDDBA-member company with an academicbackground in a food-related field and have a 2.5 grade-pointaverage on a 4.0 scale, or equivalentLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: US$250 to $1,000Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: United States of AmericaApplication Procedure: Contact the Education InformationSpecialistClosing Date: 1 January, 1 April, 1 July, 1 OctoberFunding: FoundationContributor: IDDBAAdditional Information: For additional informationor enquiries contact organization and email [email protected]. Please see the website for furtherdetails www.iddba.org/scholarships.aspx

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

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International Education Specialist

World Citizen talent Scholarship

Purpose: We are seeking intelligent, talented and ambitiouspeople who view themselves as citizens of the worldEligibility: You are eligible to apply for the scholarship ifyou; 1. Come from outside The Netherlands and don’t live inthe Netherlands. 2. Are enrolling for the first time at TheHague University of Applied Sciences. 3. Have never appliedfor this scholarship before. 4. Have been conditionallyaccepted as a student (also-called offer of student position)on or before 31 March for the upcoming academic yearLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: UK£5,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Applicants must submit the belowdocuments to process further. 1. Outstanding Master’s-levelstudents can apply for these scholarships by submitting theapplication form including an essay of no more than 1,000words, detailing their cultural background and contributiontheywish tomake to the university as global citizens. 2. Appli-cations will be reviewed by an academic panelClosing Date: 15 MayFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Federation of LibraryAssociations and Institutions WLIC

Chartered Institute of Library and InformationProfessionals International Library andInformation Group Alan Hopkinson Award

Purpose: The Chartered Institute of Library and InformationProfessionals (CILIP) and its International Library and Infor-mation Group (ILIG) invite applicants from Europe to attendthe International Federation of Library Associations and Insti-tutions (IFLA) conference in AthensEligibility: 1. Applicants are required to write a reflective reportof notmore than 4,000wordswithin sixmonths of their visit, anda version for publication in Focus on International Library andInformationWork, the ILIG journal. 2. Applicants should submita formal proposal in English of up to 500 words (equivalent to1–2 pages of A4 paper) detailing how the visit will support theirprofessional development within the context of their career to

date and using the headings of ‘Visit objectives’ ‘Plannedapproach and content’ ‘Application of learning post-visit’Level of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 31 MarchFunding: Private

For further information contact:

IFLA Headquarters IFLA P.O. Box 95312, NLD 2509 CHThe Hague, The Netherlands

Email: [email protected]

Dr. Shawky Salem Conference Grant

Purpose: The aim of the grant is to enable one expert inlibrary and information sciences from the Arab Countries(AC) to attend the Annual IFLA ConferenceEligibility: 1. The grant is available to a librarian of Arabnationality, not exceeding 45 years. 2. Priority is given toapplicants who are first-time attendees to the IFLA Congress.3. The applicant should have at least 5 years of experience inLIS profession. 4. The applicant must have the approval of his/ her organization to attend the IFLAWLICLevel of Study: Graduate, Professional developmentType: GrantValue: US$1,900Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: Application has to b eprocessedphysically. For further information, check the website. 2019.ifla.org/dr-shawky-salem-conference-grant-sscg-2019/Closing Date: 31 MarchFunding: Private

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Federation of Library Associationsand Institutions Green Library Award

Purpose: To create awareness of libraries’ social responsibil-ity and leadership in environmental education. Libraries of alltypes are encouraged to participate. To support the worldwideGreen Library movement, concerned with 1. environmentallysustainable buildings. 2. environmentally sustainable infor-mation resources and programming conservation of resourcesand energy

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Eligibility: They also focus on related services, activities,events, literature and projects, demonstrating the social roleand responsibility of libraries as leaders in environmentalsustainability. 1. Any type of library with an outstandingGreen Library project, initiative or idea may apply for theIFLA Green Library Award. The project, initiative or ideamay be presented in various ways (e.g. essay, video, poster,article, set of slides). 2. Applications must be written in oneof the seven IFLA languages. 3. Applicants may also submitan English translation if they prefer. 4. Film and Videomaterials in languages other than English must have Englishsubtitles. 5. The presentation of the project, initiative or ideashould be submitted to the ENSULIB award reviewingcommitteeLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: GrantFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The quality and relevance of theproject, initiative or idea will be evaluated by the ENSULIBcommittee in terms of applicability to the goals and thescope of ENSULIB. 2019.ifla.org/ifla-green-library-award-2019/Closing Date: 1 AprilFunding: Private

For further information contact:

P.O. Box 95312, NLD 2509 CH The Hague, The Netherlands

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

International Federation of UniversityWomen (IFUW)

IFUW Headquarters 10 rue de Lac, Geneva CH-1207,Switzerland

Tel: (41) 22 731 2380Fax: (41) 22 738 0440Email: [email protected]: www.ifuw.org

The International Federation of University Women (IFUW) isa non-profit, non-governmental organization comprisinggraduate women working locally, nationally and internation-ally to advocate the improvement of the status of women andgirls at the international level, by promoting lifelong educa-tion and enabling graduate women to use their expertise toeffect change.

Canadian Federation of UniversityWomen/A. Vibert Douglas Fellowship

Country of Study: Any country

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Ida Smedley MacLean Fellowship

Subjects: All subjectsPurpose: To encourage advanced scholarship and originalresearch relevant to IFUW’s missionEligibility: Open to female applicants who are either mem-bers of one of IFUW’s national federations or associations or,in the case of female graduates living in countries where thereis not yet a national affiliate, independent members of IFUW,or other applicants who pay a filing fee. Applicants shouldhave completed at least the first year of a doctoral programmeLevel of Study: DoctorateType: FellowshipValue: SFR 8,000Length of Study: More than 8 monthsFrequency: Dependent on funds availableStudy Establishment: An approved Institute of HigherEducationCountry of Study: WorldwideApplication Procedure: Applicants must apply throughtheir respective federation or association. A list ofIFUW national federations and associations can beobtained from the IFUW website. IFUW independentmembers and others must apply directly to the IFUWheadquarters in GenevaClosing Date: The deadline varies by country, but normallyfalls between August and mid-September. Please ask yournational headquarters for the exact deadlineFunding: PrivateContributor: British Federation of Women GraduatesNo. of awards given last year: 1 of each fellowshipAdditional Information: Please see the website forfurther details www.ifuw.org/what-we-do/grants-fellowships/international-awards/

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

The CFUW/A Vibert Douglas InternationalFellowship

Subjects: Conservation biology, ecology and evolution

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Purpose: To encourage advanced scholarship and originalresearch relevant to IFUW’s missionEligibility: Open to female applicants who are either mem-bers of one of IFUW’s national federations or associationsor, in the case of female graduates living in countries wherethere is not yet a national affiliate, independent members ofIFUW, or other applicants who pay a filing fee. Applicantsshould have completed at least the first year of a doctoralprogrammeLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: C$12,000Length of Study: Requires 8–12 months’ work in a countryother than that in which the applicant was educated or habit-ually residesFrequency: Dependent on funds availableStudy Establishment: An approved Institute of HigherEducationCountry of Study: WorldwideApplication Procedure: Applicants must apply throughtheir respective federation or association. A list ofIFUW national federations and associations can beobtained from the IFUW website. IFUW independentmembers and others must apply directly to the IFUWheadquarters in GenevaClosing Date: The deadline varies by country, but normallyfalls between August and mid-September. Please ask yournational headquarters for the exact deadlineFunding: PrivateContributor: Canadian Federation of University Women

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

International Furnishings and DesignAssociation Education Foundation

Vercille Voss Scholarship

Purpose: The IFDA Illinois Chapter initiated the VercilleVoss Graduate Student Scholarship in memory of VercilleVoss, longtime chapter member and mentor to new membersand students. The applicant must be enrolled as a part-time orfull-time graduate student at an accredited universityEligibility: 1. Must be a college graduate or older at time ofapplication. 2. Must be a IFDA graduate student member.3. Must be a United States citizen. 4. Must be enrolled fulltime at an accredited college or university. 5. Must major ininterior design or a related field. 6. This award is for UnitedStates studentsLevel of Study: Graduate

Type: ScholarshipValue: $2,000Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The IFDA Educational Founda-tion Board of Trustees will select the scholarshiprecipient based on the student’s academic achievement,awards and accomplishments, future plans and goals, andletter of recommendation. All applicants must be graduatestudents and have completed four design courses in post-secondary education at the time of application and bemajoring in Interior Design or a related field. For moreinformation or to apply, please visit the scholarship pro-vider’s websiteClosing Date: 31 MarchFunding: PrivateAdditional Information: The application deadline date hasnot yet been finalized for this year, but is expected to remainthe same as last year

For further information contact:

36 Bay View Road Wellesley, MA 02482, United States ofAmerica

Email: [email protected]

International Human Frontier ScienceProgram Organization (HFSP)

Bureaux Europe, 20 Place des Halles, F-67080, Strasbourg,France

Tel: (33) 3 88 21 51 12Fax: (33) 3 88 32 88 97Email: [email protected]: www.hfsp.orgContact: Mr Patrick Vincent, Director of Scientific Affairs

and Communications

The International Human Frontier Science Program Organi-zation (HFSP) promotes basic research into the complexmechanisms underlying the function of living organisms bysupporting interdisciplinary and international collaboration.The programme only supports research that transcendsnational boundaries.

Career Development Award

Country of Study: Any country

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For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Cross-Disciplinary Fellowships

Subjects: HFSPO aims to promote, through internationalcooperation, basic research focused on the elucidation of thesophisticated and complex mechanisms of living organismsand to make the fullest possible utilization of the researchresults for the benefit of all humankind. Research projectscan range from biological functions at the molecular andcellular level up to the biological systems level, includingcognitive functions. All levels of analysis are supported:studies on genes and individual molecules, intracellularnetworks, intercellular associations in tissues and organs,and networks underlying complex functions of entire organ-isms, populations, or ecosystemsPurpose: Cross-Disciplinary Fellowships (CDF) are forapplicants with a PhD from outside the life sciences (e.g. inphysics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering or computersciences), who have had limited exposure to biology duringtheir previous trainingEligibility: See application guidelines www.hfsp.org/funding/postdoctoral-fellowships/guidelinesLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: FellowshipValue: About US$1,80,000 over three years (depending onhost country)Length of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: AfricaNo. of awards offered: 54Application Procedure: OnlineFunding: GovernmentContributor: Australia, Canada, European Commission,France, Germany, India, Italy, Korea, Japan, New Zealand,Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United Kingdom andUnited States of AmericaNo. of awards given last year: 12No. of applicants last year: 54

For further information contact:

12 quai Saint Jean, 67080 Strasbourg Cedex, France

Email: [email protected]

Long-Term Fellowships

Subjects: HFSPO aims to promote, through internationalcooperation, basic research focused on the elucidation of

the sophisticated and complex mechanisms of livingorganisms and to make the fullest possible utilization ofthe research results for the benefit of all humankind. Fel-lowship research projects can range from biological func-tions at the molecular and cellular level up to thebiological systems level, including cognitive functions.All levels of analysis are supported: studies on genes andindividual molecules, intracellular networks, intercellularassociations in tissues and organs, and networks underly-ing complex functions of entire organisms, populations, orecosystemsPurpose: Long-Term Fellowships (LTF) are for applicantswith a PhD in a biological discipline, who will broadentheir expertise by proposing a project in the lifesciences which is significantly different from theirprevious PhD or postdoctoral work. The HFSPfellowship program strongly supports frontier,potentially transformative (‘out-of-the-box’) proposalsand encourages applications for high-risk projects.The projects should be interdisciplinary in nature andshould challenge existing paradigms by using novelapproaches and techniques. Scientifically, they shouldaddress an important problem or a barrier to progress inthe fieldEligibility: See application guidelines www.hfsp.org/funding/postdoctoral-fellowships/guidelinesLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: FellowshipValue: About US$1,80,000 over three years (depending onhost country)Length of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 534Application Procedure: OnlineFunding: GovernmentContributor: Australia, Canada, European Commission,France, Germany, India, Italy, Korea, Japan, New Zealand,Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United Kingdom andUnited States of AmericaNo. of awards given last year: 79No. of applicants last year: 534

Program Grants

Subjects: Research grants are available for projectsconcerned with basic approaches to understanding the com-plex mechanisms of living organisms. The HFSP funds novelcollaborations that bring scientists with distinct expertisetogether to focus on problems at the frontiers of the lifesciences. The innovative aspect of the project is a majorcriterion in the review of HFSP research grants

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Purpose: Research grants are provided for teams of scientistsfrom different countries who wish to combine their expertisein innovative approaches to questions that could not beanswered by individual laboratories. Emphasis is placed onnovel collaborations that bring together scientists preferablyfrom different disciplines (e.g. from chemistry, physics, com-puter science, engineering) to focus on problems in the lifesciences. Note, HFSPO funds only basic research. Appliedapplications, including medical research typically funded bynational medical research bodies, will be deemed ineligible.Program Grants are awarded to teams of independentresearchers at any stage of their careers. The research teamis expected to develop new lines of research through thecollaboration. Up to $450,000 per grant per year may beapplied for. Applications including independent investigatorsearly in their careers are encouragedEligibility: See application guidelines www.hfsp.org/sites/www.hfsp.org/files/webfm/Grants/LI%20Guidelines.pdfLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: GrantValue: US$2,50,000 for a team of 2; US$3,50,000 for a teamof 3; US$4,50,000 for a team of 4 or more. These figuresrepresent the amount awarded to the whole team per year fora period of 3 yearsLength of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 612Application Procedure: See application guidelines www.hfsp.org/sites/www.hfsp.org/files/webfm/Grants/LI%20Guidelines.pdfFunding: GovernmentContributor: Australia, Canada, European Commission,France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea,New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United King-dom, United States of AmericaNo. of awards given last year: 23No. of applicants last year: 612

For further information contact:

HFSPO, 12 quai Saint Jean, 67080 Strasbourg, France

Email: [email protected]

Young Investigator Grant

Subjects: The Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) isa unique program that supports innovative basic researchinto fundamental biological problems with emphasisplaced on novel and interdisciplinary approaches thatinvolve scientific exchanges across national and disciplin-ary boundaries

Purpose: Research grants are provided for teams of scientistsfrom different countries who wish to combine their expertise ininnovative approaches to questions that could not be answeredby individual laboratories. Emphasis is placed on novel collab-orations that bring together scientists preferably from differentdisciplines (e.g. from chemistry, physics, computer science,engineering) to focus on problems in the life sciences. Note,HFSPO funds only basic research. Applied applications,including medical research typically funded by national medi-cal research bodies, will be deemed ineligible. The researchteams must be international. The principal applicant must befrom one of the eligible countries. However, other participatingscientists and laboratories may be situated anywhere in theworld. Young Investigators’ Grants are awarded to teams ofresearchers, all of whom are within the first five years afterobtaining an independent laboratory (e.g. Assistant Professor,Lecturer or equivalent). Applications for Young Investigators’Grants will be reviewed in competition with each other inde-pendently of applications for Program GrantsEligibility: See application guidelines: www.hfsp.org/sites/www.hfsp.org/files/webfm/Grants/LI%20Guidelines.pdfLevel of Study: PostdoctorateType: GrantValue: Teams will receive up to $4,50,000 per year for thewhole team depending on the size of the teamLength of Study: 3 yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 158Application Procedure: See application guidelines: www.hfsp.org/sites/www.hfsp.org/files/webfm/Grants/LI%20Guidelines.pdfFunding: GovernmentContributor: Australia, Canada, European Commission,France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, New Zealand,Norway, Singapore, Switzerland, United Kingdom, UnitedStatesNo. of awards given last year: 8No. of applicants last year: 158

For further information contact:

HFSPO, 12 quai Saint Jean, 67080 Strasbourg, France

Email: [email protected]

International Institute forManagement Development (IMD)

Chemin de Bellerive 23, PO Box 915, Lausanne CH-1001,Switzerland

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Tel: (41) 21 618 0298Fax: (41) 21 618 0615Email: [email protected]: www.imd.ch/mbaContact: Suzanne Laurent

The International Institute for Management Development(IMD), created by industry to serve industry, developscutting-edge research and programmes that meet real worldneeds. Their clients include dozens of leading internationalcompanies and their experienced faculty incorporate newmanagement practices into the small and exclusive MBAprogramme. With no nationality dominating, IMD is trulyglobal, practical and relevant.

International Institute for ManagementDevelopment MBA Merit Scholarships

Subjects: MBAPurpose: To financially support applicants who consistentlydemonstrate exceptional qualitiesEligibility: Candidates who have already completed the IMDMBA application and admission processLevel of Study: MBAType: ScholarshipValue: Swiss Franc 10,000 towards tuitionLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IMDCountry of Study: SwitzerlandClosing Date: 30 SeptemberFunding: PrivateNo. of awards given last year: 4

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Stewart Hamilton Scholarship

Subjects: MBAPurpose: Financially support applicants who demonstrate anunderstanding of corporate governance and responsibilityEligibility:Candidateswho have already applied to the full-timeIMD MBA program and who demonstrate financial needLevel of Study: MBAType: ScholarshipValue: Swiss Franc 15,000 payment each semester for thestandard duration of the courseLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: Annual

Study Establishment: IMDCountry of Study: SwitzerlandNo. of awards offered: 14Application Procedure: Applicants must complete and sub-mit the IMD MBA application form for financial assistanceand the MBA application formClosing Date: 10 MarchFunding: PrivateNo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 14Additional Information: Scholarship essays or questionsshould be sent to [email protected]

For further information contact:

P.O. Box 915 CH-1001 Lausanne, Switzerland

Email: [email protected]

International Institute for PopulationSciences (IIPS)

Govandi Station Road Deonar, Bombay, Maharashtra 400088,India

Tel: (91) 22 2556 3254Fax: (91) 22 2556 3257Email: [email protected]: www.iipsindia.orgContact: Professor T K Roy, Director

The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) isone of the few institutes set up solely for the purpose ofstudying demography. The only institute of its kind in theworld, it was declared a deemed university on 15 August. TheIIPS offers academic courses in population sciences and takesmajor initiatives to strengthen reproductive health, researchand training programmes.

International Institute for Population SciencesDiploma in Population Studies

Subjects: Population studiesPurpose: To train the recipient in obtaining basic knowledgein the field of populationEligibility: Open to ESCAP and Pacific Region nationalswho are already working in the fields of population andhealth. Applicants are required to be graduatesLevel of Study: Professional developmentType: Fellowship

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Value:Return air ticket plus US$6,000 per student per year ascourse fee and US$6,000 fellowship for studentsLength of Study: 10 monthsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IndiaNo. of awards offered: UnknownApplication Procedure: Applicants must make an applica-tion through UNFPA country directors or representatives inthe applicant’s own countryClosing Date: 30 AprilFunding: PrivateContributor: UNFPANo. of awards given last year: 5No. of applicants last year: UnknownAdditional Information: Further information on this pro-gramme is also available from the London School of Eco-nomics, on (44) 20 7405 7686

For further information contact:

International Institute for Population Sciences (DeemedUniversity) Govandi Station Road, Mumbai, Maharashtra400088, India

Tel: (91) 55 620 62Fax: (91) 22 556 3257Email: [email protected]: Director & Senior Professor

International Institute of TropicalAgriculture (IITA)

c/o L W Lambourn & Co Ltd Carolyn House 26 DingwallRoad, Croydon, CR9 3EE, Surrey, United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]: www.cgiar.org/iitaContact: Programme Leader

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) wasfounded in 1967 as an international agricultural researchinstitute with a mandate for special food crops and withecological and regional responsibilities to develop sustainableproduction systems in Africa.

International Institute of Tropical AgricultureResearch Fellowships

Subjects: Agricultural economics, agroclimatology, agron-omy, biotechnology, biological control, crop production,entomology, plant breeding, plant pathology, plant

physiology, soil chemistry, soil physics, soil microbiology,and weed sciencesPurpose: To enable African postgraduate degree candidates toconduct research at the Institute or one of its satellitesEligibility: Candidates should be residents of Sub SaharanAfrica and be registered for a postgraduate degree ata university in Africa or abroad (generally a faculty of agri-culture). Preference will be given to candidates of IITA sta-tions - Nigeria, Cameroon, Uganda, Benin and Cote d’IvoireLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: FellowshipValue: Up to US$12,000 per year, includes board and lodg-ing, various allowances for personal and other expenses,travel to and from the Institute, medical accident insurance,and all research costs. It also includes one round trip ticketfor the student’s university supervisor to IITA for PhDstudentsLength of Study: MSc is 1 year, the PhD is 2–3 yearsFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: IITACountry of Study: OtherNo. of awards offered: 150Application Procedure: Application form must be com-pleted and submitted with a research proposal of nomore than 10 pages and three letters of recommendationfrom the candidate’s advisor at the university. Applicationsmay be submitted by individuals. However it is preferred thatall applications are made through the university. Candidate,advisor and university must accept a scientist from IITA asa supervisor of research while the Fellow is at IITAClosing Date: SeptemberFunding: GovernmentContributor: Donor agencies and the governmentNo. of awards given last year: 30No. of applicants last year: 150

For further information contact:

Head Training & Information Services, Oyo Road, PMB5320, Ibadan, Nigeria

Tel: (234) 2 241 2626Fax: (234) 2 241 2221Email: [email protected]: Program Leader

International Mathematical Union(IMU)

International Mathematical Union, Office of the Secretariat,Zuse Institute Berlin, Takustr. 7, DEU-14195 Berlin,Germany

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Fax: (49) 30 84185 269Email: [email protected]: www.mathunion.orgContact: Martin Grötschel, Secretary

The InternationalMathematical Union (IMU) is an international,non-governmental and non-profit scientific organization, withthe purpose of promoting international co-operation in mathe-matics. It belongs to the International Council of ScientificUnions (ICSU).

International Mathematical Union VisitingMathematician Programme

Subjects: Core of mathematics (pure and applied)Purpose: To provide partial travel support for extendedresearch visits in an advanced mathematical centreEligibility: Open to active mathematicians at PhD level withstrong research possibilities. The programme is mainlyintended for mathematicians working in a developing countryto make an extended research visit to an advanced mathemat-ical centreLevel of Study: Postdoctorate, Professional developmentType: Travel grantValue: Dependent on travel costs and duration of visitLength of Study: 2 monthsFrequency: Annual, if funds are availableStudy Establishment: An advanced mathematical researchcentreCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 30ApplicationProcedure:Applicantsmust submit bio-data, a listof publications, a research programme, and an invitation letterfrom the host centre confirming that it will cover local expensesClosing Date: Six months prior to the visitNo. of awards given last year: 8No. of applicants last year: 30Additional Information: The host centre must commit itselfto supporting local expenses

For further information contact:

Mathematics Department Zuse Institute Berlin, DEU-14195Berlin, Germany

Tel: (49) 801 581 5275Fax: (49) 801 581 4148Email: [email protected]: Mr Charles Herbert Clemens, Secretary

International School ofCrystallography, E Majorana Centre

Dip to Scienze Della Terra Geo Ambientoli, Piazza di PortaSan Donato 1, ITA-40126 Bologna, Italy

Tel: (39) 51 209 4912Fax: (39) 51 209 4904Email: [email protected]: www.geomin.unibo.itContact: Professor L Riva Di Sanseverino

The International School of Crystallography is an inter-national organizing committee that offers, once a year,short advanced courses of 9–11 days on frontier topics incrystallography, solid state chemistry, materials science,structure activity relationship, molecular biology andbiophysics.

International School of Crystallography Grants

Subjects: Frontier topics in crystallography, e.g. high pres-sure crystallography, polymorphism and drug design viacrystallographyPurpose: To enable postgraduates to attend short high-levelcourses held at Erice once a yearEligibility:Open to all who have scientific interests related tothe topic chosen each year at a PhD or postdoctoral level.English language proficiency is mandatoryLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: GrantValue: Fees, board and lodging during the courseLength of Study: 8–12 daysFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: EMajorana Centre, Erice, Sicily, ItalyCountry of Study: ItalyNo. of awards offered: 250Application Procedure: Young applicants must submita letter of recommendation stating their financial needs, per-sonal data and details of scientific interests. Further details canbe found at www.crystalerice.orgClosing Date: The end of NovemberFunding: GovernmentContributor: NATO, the European Commission and theItalian National Research CouncilNo. of awards given last year: 70No. of applicants last year: 250

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For further information contact:

Department of Organic Chemistry, Via Marzolo 1, Bologna,Italy

Tel: (39) 49 827 5275Fax: (39) 49 827 5239Email: [email protected]: Dr Paola Spadon

International Society of Nephrology (ISN)

Avenue de Tervueren, 300, BEL 1150 Brussels, Belgium

Tel: (32) 2 743 1546Fax: (32) 2 743 1550Email: [email protected]: www.nature.com/isn/about/index.htmlContact: Professor John Feehally ISN Secretary General

The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) pursues thegoal of worldwide advancement of education, science andpatient care in nephrology. ISN achieves this through itsjournal Kidney International, organizing international con-gresses, symposia, specific programmes and fellowships. Asa result, ISN helps to improve renal science and renal patientcare worldwide, especially in emerging countries.

International Society of Nephrology FellowshipAwards

Subjects: NephrologyPurpose: To offer training opportunities to young nephrolo-gists in emerging countries with the ultimate goal of improv-ing the standards of nephrology practice in their homeinstitutions upon their returnEligibility: Open to young nephrologists from emergingcountries, as defined by World Bank criteria. Applicantsmust have received sufficient training in internal medicineor other fields to pass all host country examinations that arenecessary for the care of patients. Fellowships are primarilyoffered for clinical training in nephrology, but in some cir-cumstances research training may be allowed, priority can beconsidered for training in epidemiologyLevel of Study: Postdoctorate, PredoctorateType: FellowshipValue: The stipends are subject to indexation basedon-the-cost-of-living in their host country; the top and bottom

level grants are respectively US$26,000 and US$20,000 for12months of training. If the host country is contributing fundsthen this is subtracted from the standard fundLength of Study: Short-term fellowships are for 3–6 monthsand long-term fellowships are for 12 months. Extensions arepossibleFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Any suitable university, scientificinstitution or hospitalApplication Procedure: Applicants must complete anapplication form, which is subjected to the review of aninternational committee. Applicants must provide evidenceof a guaranteed position in a medical institution uponreturn to their home country. The applicant must agree toreturn to their home country upon completion of the train-ing; if not, the recipient will have to refund the ISNfellowship in fullClosing Date:Deadlines are the end of January and the end ofJuly each year. The selection is made in May and Novembereach yearFunding: Private, FoundationContributor: Offered in collaboration with sister societiesand industry, the American Society of Nephrology, theNational Kidney Research Fund in the United Kingdom,Fresenius Medical care in Germany and the European renalAssociationNo. of awards given last year: 44Additional Information: The selection procedure has threeparts: data verification, where information provided by appli-cants is verified and evaluated through correspondence; eval-uation, where 7 members of the Committee, one from eachContinent, score each application according to standard for-mat; and finally, selection, which is largely based on theaforementioned scores but also considers the geographicalbalance, urgent needs in certain regions and the preferenceof certain sponsors

For further information contact:

ISN Global Headquarters Av. Tervueren 300, BEL 1150Brussels, Belgium

Email: [email protected]

International Society of Nephrology Travel Grants

Subjects: NephrologyPurpose: To encourage young physicians and scientists toattend conferences, especially those from emerging countries.Travel grants are offered to facilitate attendance at the ISN

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International Congress and the ISN Forefronts CommissionConferenceEligibility: Applicants must have training and experience inan area of research relevant to the conference and an infra-structure at their home institutions to allow the pursuit oftechniques and approaches discussed at the conference.Young physicians and scientists are preferred as are ISNFellows. A portion of the grants are reserved for applicantsfrom emerging countriesLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, Postgraduate,ResearchType: Travel grantValue: The size of the grant is decided according to eachconference and congressLength of Study: VariesNo. of awards offered: 395Application Procedure: Applicants must complete an appli-cation form, which can be downloaded from the ISN websiteor requested from the ISN Secretary General a year prior tothe Congress. Applications can also be obtained from theDirectors of the ISN Forefront ProgrammesClosing Date: Please contact the organizationFunding: Private, FoundationContributor: Offered in collaboration with sponsors of ISNNo. of awards given last year: 120No. of applicants last year: 395

For further information contact:

ISN Secretary General, Cairo Kidney Centre, 3 HusseinEl-Memar Street, Antikhana, POBox 91, Bab El-Louk, Egypt

Tel: (20) 2 579 0267Email: [email protected]: Dr Rashad Barsoum

International Society of Nephrology VisitingScholars Program

Subjects: NephrologyPurpose: To improve the long-term quality of patient care,education and research in fields relevant to the kidney at thehost institution, and enable senior physicians or scientists whoare experts in nephrology and related disciplines to spendbetween 6 weeks and 3 months at an institution in the devel-oping worldEligibility: Applicants must focus primarily on hands-onactivities that are the focus of this award, e.g. the establish-ment of a new clinical programme, research programme orlaboratory technique. ISN visiting scholars should spend theduration of their study time at an institution in the developing

world. Applicants must be experts in nephrology and relateddisciplinesLevel of Study: Postdoctorate, ResearchType: ScholarshipValue: US$20,000, inclusive of travel and expenses, for3 months or a pro rata amount for a shorter period of timeLength of Study: 6 weeks–3 monthsNo. of awards offered: 2Application Procedure: Applicants must send a descriptionof the programme, its objectives, personal references anda letter of acceptance from the host institution to the ISNSecretary General. Applicants must be members of the ISNClosing Date: Please contact the organizationFunding: Private, FoundationNo. of awards given last year: 2No. of applicants last year: 2

For further information contact:

Cairo Kidney Centre, 3 Hussein El-Memar Street, Antikhana,PO Box 91, Bab El-Louk, Egypt

Tel: (20) 2 579 0267Email: [email protected]

International Union for VacuumScience and Technology (IUVSTA)

84 Oldfield Drive, Vicars Cross, CH3 5LW, Chester, UnitedKingdom

Tel: (44) 1244 34 2675, 771 34 03525Fax: (44) 7005 86 0135Email: [email protected]: www.iuvsta.orgContact: Dr Christoph Eisenmenger-Sittner, Secretary

General

The International Union for Vacuum Science and Technology(IUVSTA) is a non-government organization whose membersocieties represent all vacuum scientists, engineers and tech-nologists in their country.

Welch Scholarship

Subjects: Vacuum sciencePurpose: To encourage promising scholars who wish tostudy vacuum science, techniques or their application inany field

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Eligibility: Open to applicants of any nationality who holdthe minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, although preference isgiven to those holding a doctoral degreeLevel of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: US$15,000. The scholarship money is paid in threeinstallments – one of US$7,500 at the beginning, another ofUS$7,000, 6 months after he/she has started work, and a thirdof US$500 upon delivery of a final report after completion ofworkLength of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: An appropriate laboratoryCountry of Study: Any countryNo. of awards offered: 6Application Procedure: Applicants must complete and sub-mit an application formwith a research proposal, a curriculumvitae and two letters of reference. More information andapplication forms can be obtained from the websiteClosing Date: 15 AprilFunding: PrivateContributor: IUVSTANo. of awards given last year: 1No. of applicants last year: 6Additional Information: Researchers who applied unsuc-cessfully for previous Welch Scholarships may apply again.Applications for renewal of the Scholarship are not accepted

For further information contact:

Canadian Photorics Fabrication Centre, Institute for Micro-structural Sciences, National Research Council, BuildingM-50, Montréal Road, Canada

Email: [email protected]: Dr FR Shepherd, Administrator Technical

Manager

International Union of Biochemistryand Molecular Biology (IUBMB)

University of Calgary, Department of Biochemistry &Molec-ular Biology, 3330 Hospital Drive NW, HM G72B, Calgary,AB T2N 4N1, Canada

Tel: (1) 403 220 3021Fax: (1) 403 270 2211Email: [email protected]: www.iubmb.orgContact: Professor Michael P Walsh, IUBMB General

Secretary

IUBMB seeks to advance the international molecular lifesciences community by: Promoting interactions acrossthe diversity of endeavours in the molecular life sci-ences, creating networks that transcend barriers of eth-nicity, culture, gender, and economic status, creatingpathways for young scientists to fulfil their potential,providing evidence-based advice on public policy, pro-moting the values, standards, and ethics of science andthe free and unhampered movement of scientists of allnations.

Wood-Whelan Research Fellowships

Subjects: Biochemistry and molecular biologyPurpose: To provide financial assistance to youngbiochemists and molecular biologists to carryout research and training in a laboratory other thantheir ownEligibility: Open to applicants who are residents of countriesthat are members of IUBMB and students or youngresearchers less than 35 years old. Retroactive applicationswill not be consideredLevel of Study: Graduate, Postdoctorate, Postgraduate,ResearchType: FellowshipValue: Up to US$4,000. It covers travel and incidental costs,as well as living expensesLength of Study: 1–4 monthsFrequency: AnnualNo. of awards offered: 32Application Procedure: Applicants must submit a com-pleted application form along with details of the researchproposal, budget, curriculum vitae with a list of publica-tions and letters of recommendation following the guide-lines which can be found at website. The originalapplication should be sent by the applicant by email asPDF filesClosing Date: At least 2 months before the proposedvisitContributor: The main sources of income for IUBMB aredues from adhering bodies (member societies) and revenuefrom publicationsNo. of awards given last year: 15No. of applicants last year: 32Additional Information: Travel should commence within4 months of the award being made

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Dr Janet Macaulay

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Iota Sigma Pi

Microelectronics Technology, Lord Corporation, 110 LordDrive, Cary, NC 27511, United States of America

Tel: (1) 919 468 5979Email: [email protected]: www.iotasigmapi.infoContact: Sara Paisner, Senior Scientist

Iota Sigma Pi, founded in 1902, is a National Honor Societythat serves to promote the advancement of women in chem-istry by granting recognition to women who have demon-strated superior scholastic achievement and high professionalcompetence by election into Iota Sigma Pi.

Agnes Fay Morgan Research Award

Subjects: Chemistry and biochemistryPurpose: To acknowledge research achievements in chemis-try or biochemistryEligibility: Open to female applicants who are not more than40 years of ageLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: The Award will consist of US$500, a certificate, andmembership in Iota Sigma Pi with a waiver of dues for 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Any accredited institutionCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The nomination dossier must be sentelectronically (preferably as a pdf) to Dr Nancy Eddy HopkinsClosing Date: 15 FebruaryContributor: Iota Sigma PiAdditional Information: Please see the website for furtherdetails

For further information contact:

Tel: (1) 504 862 3162Email: [email protected]: Dr Nancy Eddy Hopkins, Director for

Professional Awards

Anna Louise Hoffman Award for OutstandingAchievement in Graduate Research

Subjects: ChemistryPurpose: To recognize outstanding achievement in chemicalresearch

Eligibility: The candidate must be a full-time (as defined bythe nominee’s institution) woman graduate student who isa candidate for a graduate degree in an accredited institution.The research presented by the candidate must be originalresearch which can be described by one of the main chem-ical divisions (e.g., analytical, biochemical, inorganic,organic, physical, and/or ancillary divisions of chemistry).The nominee may be, but need not be, a member of IotaSigma PiLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: The award will be $500, a certificate and a waiver ofdues for 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Any accredited institutionCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The complete dossier must be sentelectronically as a single file (pdf format is recommended) toProfessor Jill Nelson GrangerClosing Date: 15 FebruaryContributor: Iota Sigma PiAdditional Information: Please see the website for furtherdetails

For further information contact:

Sweet Briar College, Department of Chemistry, Sweet Briar,VA 24595, United States of America

Tel: (1) 434 381 6166Email: [email protected]: Professor Jill Nelson Granger, Director for

Student Awards

Gladys Anderson Emerson Scholarship

Subjects: Chemistry and biochemistryPurpose: To award excellence in chemistry or biochemistryEligibility: Open to applicants who are members of IotaSigma PiLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: US$2,000 and a certificateFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Any accredited institutionCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: The complete dossier must be sentelectronically as a single file (pdf format is recommended) toProfessor Jill Nelson GrangerClosing Date: 15 FebruaryContributor: Iota Sigma Pi

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Additional Information: Please see the website for fur-ther details

Iota Sigma Pi Centennial Award

Subjects: Chemistry, biochemistryPurpose: To award excellence in teaching chemistry, bio-chemistry or chemistry-related subjectsEligibility: Holds a teaching position at an institution thatdoes not have a graduate program in her department or holdsa teaching position that is for teaching undergraduates >75%of her time at an institution that does have a graduate programin her department. The nominee may be, but need not be,a member of Iota Sigma PiLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: US$500, a certificate and membership in Iota SigmaPi with a waiver of dues for 1 yearFrequency: AnnualApplication Procedure: One copy of the nomination dossiermust be sent electronically (preferably as a pdf) to Dr NancyEddy HopkinsClosing Date: 15 FebruaryContributor: Iota Sigma PiAdditional Information: Please see the website for details

For further information contact:

Tel: (1) 504 862 3162Email: [email protected]: Dr Nancy Eddy Hopkins, Director for

Professional Awards

Iota Sigma Pi National Honorary Member Award

Subjects: ChemistryPurpose: To honour outstanding women chemistsEligibility: Open to female candidate with exceptionalachievements in chemistry. Applicants may or may not bemembers of Iota Sigma PiType: AwardValue: US$1,500 a certificate and membership in Iota SigmaPi with a lifetime waiver of duesLength of Study: Every 3 yearsFrequency: Every 3 yearsApplication Procedure: One copy of the nomination dossiermust be sent electronically (preferably as a pdf) to NancyEddy HopkinsClosing Date: 15 FebruaryAdditional Information: Please see the website for details

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]: Dr Nancy Eddy Hopkins, Director for

Professional Awards

Violet Diller Professional Excellence Award

Subjects: ChemistryPurpose: To recognize significant accomplishments in aca-demic, governmental or industrial chemistryEligibility: Open to female applicants who have contributedto the scientific community or society on a national levelLevel of Study: PostgraduateType: AwardValue: US$1,000, a certificate and membership in Iota sigmaPi with a lifetime waiver of duesFrequency: Every 3 yearsApplication Procedure: One copy of the nomination dossiermust be sent electronically (preferably as a pdf) to NancyEddy HopkinsClosing Date: 15 FebruaryContributor: Iota Sigma PiAdditional Information: Please see the website for furtherdetails

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Iowa State University

Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011, United States ofAmerica

Tel: (1) 515 2944111Email: [email protected]: www.iastate.eduContact: Dr James R Bloedell, Dean

Iowa State University of Science and Technology is a publicband-grant institution serving the people of Iowa, the nationand the world.

American Institute of Certified PublicAccountants/Robert Half Student ScholarshipAward

Subjects: Accounting, finance and information systems

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Purpose: AICPA and Robert Half offer the AICPA/RobertHalf Student Scholarship Award to provide financial assis-tance to outstanding accounting students who demonstratepotential to become leaders in the CPA professionEligibility: Not eligible to students who have already gainedtheir CPALevel of Study: PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: US$2,500Length of Study: 1 yearFrequency: AnnualStudy Establishment: Iowa State UniversityCountry of Study: United States of AmericaApplication Procedure: When available, publication andapplication details for this award can be found atThisWayToCPA.comClosing Date: 1 AugustFunding: PrivateContributor: AICPA

For further information contact:

AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship Program, AICPA-Team 331, 1211 Avenue of the Americas, United States ofAmerica

Email: [email protected]

Iowa State University of Science andTechnology

Institute of Social and Behavior Research, 2625 N LoopDrive Suite 500, Ames, IA 50010, United States of America

Email: [email protected]: www.iastate.eduContact: Mr Rand D Conger

Acute Generalized Exanthematous PustulosisFellowship

Purpose: The primary goals of the ISU AGEP program are to(a) increase the number of underrepresented studentsobtaining graduate degrees in science, technology, engineer-ing and mathematics (STEM)Eligibility: You must meet the following requirements:1. Member of an underrepresented ethnic group (AfricanAmerican, American Indian, Hispanic, Alaska Natives, and

Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander). 2. Admitted intoa STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)field. 3. United States citizenship (permanent residents areineligible). 4. Enrolled as a first semester PhD student witha fall entry dateLevel of Study: GraduateType: FellowshipValue: The annual stipend is US$27,500Frequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryApplication Procedure: 1. The fellowship is for five(5) years from the term of entry. 2. Changing to anotherprogram of study may terminate the fellowshipClosing Date: Open in all monthsFunding: Private

For further information contact:

1137 Pearson Hall 505 Morrill Rd, Ames, IA 50011, UnitedStates of America

Email: [email protected]

Irish Research Council

First Floor, Brooklawn House, Crampton Avenue (offShelbourne Road) Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland

Tel: (353) 1 231 5000Fax: (353) 1 231 5009Email: [email protected]: www.research.ie

The Irish Research Council was formally launched by theMinister for Research and Innovation, Seán Sherlock TD,on 29March. A sub-board of the Higher Education Authority,the Council was established through a merger of the IrishResearch Council for Humanities and Social Sciences(IRCHSS) and the Irish Research Council for Science, Engi-neering and Technology (IRCSET).

Employment-Based Postgraduate Programme

Subjects: AHSS, STEMPurpose: The Irish Research Council’s Employment-BasedPostgraduate Programme is a national initiative combiningresearch with workplace experience. It is aimed at students

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across all disciplines and provides an opportunity to bringresearch ideas to employment partners with the support ofa higher education institution. The programme is co-fundedby the council and the employment partner with the councilproviding a contribution of €24,000 per annum to the wage,scholarship fees and research expenses of suitably qualifiedindividuals to complete a higher degree for a period of one tofour years while embedded in the environment of an employ-ment partner in Ireland. The application is developed by theindividual researcher in collaboration with an employmentmentor and an academic supervisorEligibility: See Terms and Conditions Document for eligibil-ity criteria available on research.ie/funding/. Must be eligibleto register for a Research Masters or PhD in a Higher Educa-tion Institution in the Republic of IrelandLevel of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: €24,000 per annumLength of Study: One to four yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IrelandApplication Procedure: Online application systemClosing Date: AnnualFunding: GovernmentContributor: The Irish Research Council provides €24,000per annum. In addition, the Employment partner organisationsmust commit a minimum contribution of €8,000 per annum

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Enterprise Partnership Scheme

Subjects: AHSS, STEMPurpose: The Irish Research Council’s Enterprise Partner-ship Scheme supports collaborations between researchersand enterprises on a project related to the interests of theenterprise partner. The programme is two thirds co-fundedby the council and one third by the enterprise partner whocan be a national or international company, charity, non-governmental or other organisationEligibility: See Terms and Conditions Document for eligibil-ity criteria available on research.ie/funding/Level of Study: Doctorate, Postdoctorate, PostgraduateType: Fellowship/ScholarshipLength of Study: One to four yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IrelandApplication Procedure: Online application system

Closing Date: AnnualFunding: Government

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Government of Ireland Postgraduate ScholarshipProgramme

Subjects: AHSS, STEMPurpose: The programme provides outstanding students withthe opportunity to direct their own research at the early-careerstage, workingwith a supervisor, in their chosen area of interestEligibility:Must be eligible to register for a ResearchMastersor PhD in a Higher Education Institution in Ireland. While themajority of scholarships will be awarded to applicants fromthe EFTA/EEA member states, a proportion of scholarshipswill also be made to exceptional applicants from non-EFTA/EEA countries. For more information, see Terms and Condi-tions Document for eligibility criteria available on research.ie/funding/. The European Free Trade Area (EFTA) and theEuropean Economic Area (EEA)Level of Study: Doctorate, PostgraduateType: ScholarshipValue: €24,000 per annumLength of Study: One to four yearsFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: IrelandApplication Procedure: Online application systemClosing Date: See website for deadlinesFunding: Government

For further information contact:

Email: [email protected]

Islamic Cooperation Organization(OIC)

Islamic Cooperation Organization InternationalInternship Program

Purpose: OIC Intern gives the opportunity for professionalexperience to young people through work ethic and teamworkexperienceEligibility: OIC Intern provides a meeting point between thecandidates who want to work as interns with required

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qaulifications and the institution that need interns. For furtherdetails, check the website online en.oicintern.org/Level of Study: PostgraduateType: Programme grantFrequency: AnnualCountry of Study: Any countryClosing Date: 24 MarchFunding: Private

For further information contact:

P.O.Box 178, Jeddah 21411, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Tel: (996) 12 6515222Email: [email protected]

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