Germany:15 PhD Positions German International PhD Program, Berlin

The International PhD program of the Max Delbrück Centre for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in Berlin offers 15 PhD Positions. The MDC currently hosts more than 50 research groups and 250 doctorate students working in the fields of

2012 Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) August Intake

The Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA) is a collaboration between the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR), the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the National University of Singapore (NUS). The PhD training will be carried out in your chosen laboratory at A*STAR research institutes, NTU or NUS. Upon successful completion, you will be conferred a PhD degree by either NTU or NUS.

Luxembourg:PhD Research in Engineering at University of Luxembourg

The University offers the opportunity to apply for a PhD-Research Grant in Luxembourg . The grant is directly tied to the candidate. The candidate has to apply for the grant personally. In case of an accepted application, the position will be financed by the Luxembourgish AFR (Aide Formation Recherche) fellowship. 3 year fixed-term contract, renewable one year under justified circumstances Employee status The PhD-student will work under the guidance of a Professor on a research theme and will also contribute to education in a certain extent. She/he should finish the work with a doctoral degree in engineering science.

Schlumberger Foundation funded PhD/ Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women from Developing Countries

Faculty for the Future fellowships are awarded to women from developing and emerging economies who are preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences and related disciplines at top universities for their disciplines abroad. Launched by the Schlumberger Foundation in 2004, the Faculty for the Future community now stands at 194 women from 54 countries, and grows steadily each year

Dorothy Hodgkin International PhD Scholarship,UK

A Dorothy Hodgkin Postgraduate Award (DHPA) is available at the Applied Optics Group of the Electrical Systems and Optics Division of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham. The award is targeted towards outstanding students from India, China, Hong Kong, Brazil, South Africa, Russia and the developing world .

Australia:100 PhD Scholarships 2011 at University of Tasmania

The University of Tasmania has over 100 Elite Research Scholarships for PhD candidates in areas we excel in: the health and medical sciences, natural, physical and applied sciences, as well as business and management, regional development, education and the humanities.

Singapore:NRF (Clean Energy) PhD Scholarships 2011

The NRF (Clean Energy) PhD Scholarships offer support for up to four years of academic pursuit, leading to a PhD in related disciplines such as Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or Engineering, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. All research topics should be in the following areas related to Clean Energy, with focus on solar:

UK:The University of Sheffield Arts & Humanities Masters Fee Scholarships 2011/12

The University of Sheffield invests a significant amount of funding each year in order to support the very best postgraduate research students. For entry in 2011/12, the Arts & Humanities Faculty is offering a number of Fees Scholarships for Masters applicants on a competitive basis. These Fee Scholarships are primarily intended to support students embarking on a Masters programme in preparation for undertaking a PhD at the University of Sheffield.

UK:The University of Sheffield Prize Scholarships 2011

Each year the University offers a number of Prize Scholarships to the very best PhD applicants.University Prize Scholarships cover the cost of the tuition fees and provide an annual, tax-free maintenance stipend of £16,000. The recipient will also receive a Research Training Support Grant of £2,000 to claim back expenses related to their research, such as travel, conferences, books, consumables, equipment, and other miscellaneous items.

55 Principal's Career Development PhD Scholarships at The University of Edinburgh

In order to attract the best and brightest PhD students, the University seeks to offer not only unparalleled research facilities and superb supervision, but also to provide development opportunities which will support our research students as they progress beyond their PhD, through an innovative programme of integrated research, training and career development.

MIT Portugal Program-PhD, Masters and Advanced Studies positions

The MIT Portugal Program announces its call for applications for the 2011-12 academic year. The MIT Portugal Program is an international partnership involving MIT, universities and industry in Portugal. The goal of the initiative is to develop world class education and research programs in the emerging field of engineering systems.

UK:University of Exeter Mathematics PhD Studentship

Under GREENCYCLESII (GCII), the University of Exeter will participate in the work package to improve constraints on terrestrial ecosystem processes through targeted model evaluation. Extensive use will be made of the new observational datasets derived elsewhere in GCII.The Early Stage Researcher (ESR) will evaluate existing algorithms and develop new algorithms for coupled vegetation and soil nitrogen cycling in extra-tropical ecosystems. The general focus will be on the assessment of the roles of nitrogen cycling for ecosystem structure and function, under present and future environmental conditions, and will quantify relevant feedbacks within the climate system.

China:TWAS-CAS Postgraduate Fellowship Programme for Scientists from Developing Countries 2011

TWAS-CAS Postgraduate Fellowships in natural sciences are tenable for a minimum period of six months to a maximum period of twelve months at the research institutions of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. This is not a full PhD programme, but specifically enables PhD students to carry out all or part of the final year of their research programme in China.

UK: Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) – Nippon Foundation PhD Fellowship

The Seafarers International Research Centre at Cardiff University, with support from The Nippon Foundation, would like to invite applications for a number 4 year scholarships offering exciting opportunities to study for PhD qualifications in maritime-related social science. Based in the UK, these unique fellowships are available to graduates of maritime or social science-related disciplines who have a strong desire to undertake academic research on seafarers and the human related aspects of the maritime sector.

Prestige Scholarships 2011-2012,Canada

For all prestige scholarships, you’ll need an admission average of 90 percent or better the selection committee will also assess the range of your community or secondary school activities.Prestige scholarships are renewable with an A- standing.If you lose your scholarship in one year it can be regained in future years.

UK: Chancellor’s Scholarships 2011/12 for International PhD Students in Warwick University

Students and applicants who wish to apply for an AHRC doctoral award should apply to the WPRS competition and will automatically be considered for both competitions. More details on applying for an AHRC doctoral award are available here.This competition, unlike most postgraduate funding, is open to Home, EU, and Overseas students from all disciplines at Warwick, and offers an equal award to all.

Germany:EXPERTS Scholarships 2011 for Undergraduate, Master, PhD, and Postdoctoral Students

EXPERTS is a scholarship project targeted to citizens of Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Thailand.

Scholarship 2011-2012 From The Citadel Capital Scholarship Foundation

The Citadel Capital Scholarship Foundation was created in 2007, out of a strong will to contribute to national development through creating high caliber professionals to help enhance Egypt’s growth in all sectors.
The Foundation is funded by an endowment from Citadel Capital to grant academic scholarships for talented and promising young Egyptian men and women to pursue master degrees and PhDs abroad in all fields of study.

IMPRS-MCB PhD Program In Germany

You have a passion for Molecular and Cellular Biology and want to do cutting edge research in
Immunobilogy, Epigenetics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics?

As an IMPRS-MCB PhD student you will
* work on exciting scientific projects addressing the hot topics of molecular and cellular biology
* receive full funding for the whole time of the PhD
* benefit from intensive scientific education and complementary skills courses
* rotate in 3 laboratories before you start your PhD project
* enjoy the benefits of state-of-the-art scientific institutes with first class facilities
* be part of a vibrant international research community – official language is English

Requirements
A PhD in Europe usually takes 3-4 years, but you need to have both a BSc and MSc or equivalent (4-5 years of studies) before enrolling. Integrated MSc/PhD programs are not very common.

You can apply if you have:
* MSc/Diploma in Biology/Biomedicine/Biochemistry or related subject (to be obtained latest 6 months after the application deadline)
* GPA >80%, first or upper second class degree (lower GPA can be accepted for applicants who belong to the best 10% of students – please provide grade distribution statistics from your college/faculty)
* Excellent English language skills (mother tongue or TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent certificate recommended but not obligatory)
* Practical lab experience
Please understand that we can accept only up to 10 of the best students per round. The satisfaction of our requirements doesn’t guarantee you a position at IMPRS-MCB.

Deadline: 15 December 2010

Study Subject: Immunobilogy, Epigenetics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics

Employer:Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology (MPI-IB) and the University of Freiburg.

Source:http://www.imprs-mcb.mpg.de/home/imprs/index.html

2011 Beachell- Borlaug International Scholars Program

Recognizing the importance of rice and wheat in global food security, Monsanto Company pledged $10 million to improve yields in these crops as part of its commitment to sustainable yield.

Monsanto’s Beachell-Borlaug International Scholars Program is the result of that pledge.

Monsanto established this program in 2009 in honor of two of the world’s most pre-eminent rice and wheat breeders: Drs. Henry Beachell and Norman Borlaug.

Their lifelong work laid the foundation for the tremendous increases in rice and wheat production that continue to help feed the world today.

The primary objective of this prestigious fellowship program is to develop highly educated rice and wheat plant breeders who can serve as future agricultural leaders.

It will be administered by Texas AgriLife Research, an agency of the Texas A&M University System.

* Provides a full package of support, including a generous student stipend, tuition, applicable fees, health insurance, research fees and travel, as well as funds for the collaborating institution and advising professor

* Supports projects that allow the student to develop advanced breeding techniques, as well as experience conducting at least one season of field work in a developing country

* Is open to students worldwide who are seeking a Ph.D. in rice or wheat plant breeding

Scholarship Application Deadline: 1 February 2011

Further Scholarship Information and Application click here