tuition free colleges

Scholarship recipients receive not only $15000 toward tuition free colleges and fees, but also receive guidance and support as they apply and make the transition. Students who successfully complete the course become eligible to apply for vouchers for two additional tuition-free college courses at any of the Vermont University. Get Free College tuition for free schooling.

Beyond tuition. Yet, says Sandy Baum, an economist at Skidmore College and the College Board, the reason that low-income students can't afford to go to community college is not the tuition, which is often covered by Pell grants, but because they can't afford not to work. "Free tuition at a community college pays only a fraction of the cost of going," Baum says. "If you can't live with your parents, then you have a very big cost to cover."

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Emerging Markets Scholarships at London School of Business and Finance 2007/2008 Intake

London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) offers Scholarships for Masters Programmes and Undergraduate Programmes. Scholarship Emerging Markets has been lengthened until 31 Augusts 2007 for acceptance October 2007 and 30 Novembers 2007 for acceptance March 2008. Talented candidate and ambition has special opportunity to get cutting expense of study equal to 50%. Candidate must have reasoning of academic and professional and contribution can have which have in earning from LSBF for development of economics social state to be each.

Our patron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent has generously agreed to extend the deadline for applications until 31st August, 2007. LSBF offers a range of cutting-edge postgraduate and undergraduate programmes including:
Masters Programmes
MBA – 4 specialisations
MBA Dual Programmes (study an MBA with ACCA, CIMA, CFA or CIM)
MSc Finance
MSc Investment and Securities
MSc Marketing
MSc Digital Marketing

Undergraduate Programmes
BA International Business (starting October 2007)
BA Business Technology (starting September 2008)
BA Law (starting September 2008)

“We are delighted to take part in the Royal initiative to recognise talent and ambition. We also,
welcome the opportunity to work under the aegis of HRH Prince Michael of Kent to provide
students with support and encouragement.” said Aaron Etingen, the LSBF’s Chief Executive
Officer.

Ends
Notes to editor
1. LSBF was the first business school in London to offer the opportunity of studying for an
MBA awarded by the Grenoble Graduate School of Business in combination with prestigious
professional qualifications in finance, accountancy and marketing.
In addition, the GGSB Masters in Business (MIB) programme, also offers at LSBF, was
ranked by the Financial Times in 2006 as:
• No.1 for Career Progression
• No.1 for International Mobility
• No.4 in Europe
2. GGSB is one of Europe’s leading business schools, ranked 29th by the Financial Times in
2006 (Oxford was 27th, Cambridge 36th).
3. As indicated by World Bank consultants an emerging, or developing, market economy
(EME) is defined as an economy with low-to-middle per capita income; such countries
constitute approximately 80% of the global population, representing about 20% of the world’s
economies. The term emerging markets signifies a business phenomenon that is not fully
described or constrained by geography or economic strength.

For more information:
Contact: Daniela Pantica
Email: dpantica@lsbf.org.uk
Phone number: ++44 (020) 7823 2303
Website: www.lsbf.org.uk
Address: 16, Grosvenor Place, London, SW1X 7HH

PhD Course Scholarship at National Institute for Physiological Sciences (NIPS), Okazaki

Introduction
The Department of Physiological Sciences, University of Advanced Studies (Sokendai) is operated by the National Institute for Physiological Sciences (NIPS) at Okazaki (http://www.nips.ac.jp/eng/). NIPS consists of 19 divisions dedicated to the study of the physiological functions of living organisms including humans. Research areas cover various physiological sciences including morphology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular and cellular biology, and information science. Research activities are extensive and comprehensive. Some of our current research involves the molecular structure of ion channels, intracellular dynamics of ions, mechanisms of secretion and cell volume regulation, development and differentiation of neuronal cells, mechanisms of synaptic transmission and neural network formation, and higher brain functions such as processing of sensory information, motor control, learning, and cognition.

To carry out the mission of the institute as a cooperative center for universities and research institutes within and outside Japan, we accept many visiting scientists from all around the world for collaborative projects. Four types of scholarships are possible at NIPS.

The first type of scholarship is the “University Recommendation” MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship.


Each year, at least one “University Recommendation” candidate is selected for the 5-year combined Master’s/Ph.D. program, which starts in October. Please note that this scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with other awards or scholarships. Students wishing to apply for this scholarship should make sure that they discuss their application with their prospective supervisor at NIPS. More information regarding the details of the scholarship is given at the Study in Japan website(http://www.studyjapan.go.jp/en/toj/toj0302e.html) and at the JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization http://www.jasso.go.jp/study_j/scholarships_e.html) website.

The MEXT scholarship covers the following:

• Application fee (30,000 yen)
• Admission fee (282,000 yen, payable only the first year of study)
• Annual tuition fee (535,800 yen per year)
• Return economy-class airfare between Okazaki and the student’s home country
• Monthly stipend (172,000 yen)

The second type of scholarship is a Seiriken Scholarship.
Exceptional students wishing to enter 5-year and 3-year Ph.D. programs at NIPS are eligible to apply for this type of scholarship. It covers the admission fee and the annual tuition fees for successful applicants. Further information can be obtained from scholar@nips.ac.jp

The third type of scholarship is an “Embassy Recommendation” MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship.
Through this system, a certain number of 5-year combined Master’s/Ph.D. scholarships are awarded annually. Applications should be made through Japanese embassies/consulates in the applicant’s home country. (Please note that this application procedure is different from the “University Recommendation” MEXT Scholarships noted above.) Applications are open to candidates of any nationality except Japan, and the scholarship details are the same as those noted above. Please see the Study in Japan website (http://www.studyjapan.go.jp/en/toj/toj0302e.html) for more information as well as the list of Japan’s Embassies and Consulates (Ministry of Foreign Affairs website http://www.mofa.go.jp/about/emb_cons/over/index.html).

Finally, a certain number of scholarships are provided by JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization), as well as private foundations.
For more information on these scholarships, please see the JASSO website at http://www.jasso.go.jp/study_j/scholarships_sfisij_e.html

Eligibility
In general, candidates must have completed (or be expected to obtain before starting study in NIPS) a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university for acceptance into the 5-year combined master’s/Ph.D. Candidates wishing to enter the 3-year program must have completed a master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university. People who currently hold Ph.D. degrees are not eligible for any of the above scholarships.

Candidates must be well prepared for the course for which they are applying within the Department of Physiological Sciences. Those candidates who are not native speakers of English are required by the Board of Graduate Studies to provide the results of an English language test and are expected to meet the following standards of proficiency:

• TOEFL (paper-based test):
  Minimum overall score of 600, with a minimum score of 5.0 in the TOEFL Test of Written English (TWE).
• TOEFL (computer-based test):
  Minimum overall score of 250, with a minimum score of 5.0 in the essay writing section of the text.
• TOEFL (Internet-based test):
  Minimum overall score of 100, with a minimum score of 24 in the writing section of the test.

How to Apply
It is essential to secure appropriate supervision before applying for the above scholarships. Therefore, your first step in applying for a scholarship should be to get in contact with at least one of the professors in NIPS (http://www.nips.ac.jp/eng/outline/pub/staff.html) to find out about any technical requirements as well as the range and depth of background knowledge that is needed by successful candidates for admission.

After you have made contact with an appropriate supervisor, please ask him/her to send an application form for the “University Recommendation” scholarship to you. Your application form must be completed and returned to the Board by 6 February 2008.

The Board of Graduate Studies at NIPS consults with the professors responsible for determining admission to the University about the respective merits of each applicant. On the basis of that consultation, applicants who are on the shortlist for the “University Recommendation” MEXT Ph.D. Scholarship will be invited to an interview at NIPS in February every year for the Ph.D. Program starting in October of the same year.
For further information

Questions concerning admission and application procedures should be forwarded to:

scholar@nips.ac.jp
Board of Graduate Studies, National Institute for Physiological Sciences,
Myodaiji, Okazaki, 444-8585, Japan
FAX 81-564-52-7913

Due date: 6 February 2008

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PhD Positions and Technical Assistant in Molecular Biology, University of Gottingen

Candidates for PhD student positions and Technical assistant are invited to apply to join the Research Group of Dr. Susana Andrade at the Department of Molecular Structural Biology in Göttingen, Germany. The group is interested in the structural and functional characterization of membrane proteins.

We seek highly motivated, ambitious PhD students and provide a state-of-the-art laboratory in an international environment. Candidates will learn a variety of techniques ranging from molecular biology, bacterial cell culture, protein purification, reconstitution of membrane proteins in proteoliposomes, electrophysiology and fast kinetic measurements, to protein crystallization and structure determination. Previous experience in molecular biology and biochemistry methods will be favorable.

Applicants for Research Technician should have an appropriate degree or technical school training in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related area. Ideal candidates should be motivated, dynamic, willing to learn new techniques and possess excellent organization skills.
All positions are funded by the German Science Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, DFG) through the Emmy-Noether program. Employment will be according to BAT IIa/2 for PhD students and BAT VIb for the technical assistant.

Please send your application (Cv, a statement of research interests and previous experience plus 2 reference letters, in English) preferentially by e-mail, to:

Dr. Susana Andrade (sandrad@gwdg.de)
Georg-August Univ. Goettingen,
Inst. Microbiol. and Genetics, Dept. Molec. Struc. Biol.,
Justus-von-Liebig-Weg 11, 37077 Göttingen.

UK: Two PhD Studentships in Electrical Impedence Tomography, Middlesex University

Two exciting research opportunities are available for highly qualified graduates in engineering, mathematics or physics for further studies leading to the award of the PhD degree. The successful applicants will undertake work on an EPSRC funded project dealing with the development of a novel Electrical Impedance Tomography bio-imaging system for non-invasive monitoring of neonate lung function in Intensive Care Units. The proposed system will provide a non-invasive measure of lung maturity and development, oxygen requirements and lung function, suitable for use in small, unsedated infants. This tool will be routinely used to define the nature and severity of persisting lung disease, and to identify risk factors for developing chronic lung problems.

The project is a collaboration of three universities, Middlesex University, UCL and City University, and will be carried out with the full clinical support of the Portex Anaesthesia, Intensive Therapy and Respiratory Medicine Unit at the world leading children’s Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London.

PhD studentship 1 (based at Middlesex University, Ref: MU/EIT1): Reconstruction algorithms. The research will involve the development of Boundary Element and Finite Element methods to improve the forward model. To improve the accuracy and speed of the solution, we will investigate multi-grid solution techniques and the use of deformable forward models to minimise artefact in the reconstructed images. The research will also develop linear and non-linear methods such as the Kalman filter-based approaches and their comparison to classical regularisation-based techniques. In addition, investigation will be made in the use of R/S parameter imaging to extend the algorithms to the multi-frequency domain and optimisation methodology in reconstructing the required image.

PhD studentship 2 (based at Middlesex University, Ref: MU/EIT2): Wearable monitoring devices. This project will involve the development of a wearable monitoring device that allows continuous or intermittent monitoring of physiologic signals is crucial for the advancement of both the diagnosis as well as treatment of neonate respiratory function. The research will involve the investigation of built in sensors to measurement the boundary profile and modelling the boundary shape. The work is particularly suited to applicants with a background in Engineering Design.

We are seeking outstanding, enthusiastic graduates, with a first or upper second class honours degree (first class honours preferred) or equivalent and/or MSc in engineering, mathematic, physics or related disciplines. Experience in numerical modelling, Matlab, or design engineering would be desirable. The studentships are available for a period of three years and will cover full student fees and subsistence expenses.

The closing date for applications is the 18th June 2007. To apply, please email a covering letter stating the vacancy reference, your expertise, experience and research interests, a copy of your CV, and the names and contact details of at least two referees, for the PhD studentships at Middlesex University to Professor Richard Bayford (e-mail: r.bayford@mdx.ac.uk).

[Belgium] PhD Studentship and Postdoctoral Positions in Machine Learning, Universite Libre de Bruxelles

Applications are invited for full-time PhD and post-doctoral research positions at the Machine Learning Group, Computer Science Department, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Belgium.

The three vacancies available to be filled in September offer tenures of ten months, two years and three years. The researcher is expected to carry out fundamental research in Machine Learning and to take an active role in the applied research project which is funding the position.

The Machine Learning Group, ULB is a research group that carries out theoretical research on statistical machine learning, predictive modeling and computational statistics, and takes part in several applied research projects in domains as diverse as data mining, bioinformatics to biomedical engineering and wireless sensor networks.

Located in heart of Brussels, the Université Libre de Bruxelles is renowned for quality research through its prestigious affiliate research centers and world renowned faculty. Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the European Union, is a cosmopolitan city renowned for its picturesque squares and buildings, serene parks and gardens and a very vibrant cultural life spiced up by many international languages.


Qualifications
Applicants should have a recent Master degree/PhD on a subject related to data mining, statistical machine learning or computational statistics. In particular, any research experience on data mining, machine learning, statistical analysis, or pervasive computing will be an asset.

In addition, candidates applying for PhD positions are expected to attach their transcripts and a letter of recommendation from your MSc supervisor or another relevant person.

Applicants are expected to have strong programming skills, the ability to work independently, strong interpersonal skills, good writing and oral communication.

Upon offer of a position in MLG-ULB, the candidates who are non-EU citizens are required to obtain an appropriate long-term Schengen visa; further information is available from their nearest Belgian embassy.

Deadline
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as positions will remain open until filled by suitable candidates.

Contact
Candidates are invited to send their CV with the detailed list of publications and a research statement in .pdf format by email to gbonte@ulb.ac.be.

The subject field of your email must include MLG-JOB: research position.

Equal Opportunity Employer
ULB is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to employing more handicapped individuals and especially encourages them to apply. ULB wishes to increase the proportion of women in areas in which they are underrepresented. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

[Germany] PhD Positions in Plant Ecology and Plant Pathology at Technische Universität München, Freising, Germany

The starting date is July to September 2007. Complete applications (in English or German) should be sent to contact persons below. Closing date is June 10th, 2007

We advertise two open PhD-positions (BAT IIa/2) within the sub-projects A6 and B5 of the Collaborative Research Center (SFB 607) "Growth and Parasite Defence" funded by the Deutsche Forschungs-gemeinsc haft (DFG) since 1998.

Ambitious candidates with a strong background/interest in modeling approaches, carrying a degree (Diploma/MSc) in Ecology, Botany, Forestry or related disciplines are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience in modeling or model application and statistical evaluation will be advantageous. The successful applicants will use a mechanistic plant simulation model (PLATHO) which has been developed within the SFB 607 during the last 9 years.

Position 1 Plant Pathology

The subject of this work is a comprehensive analysis of plant responses to pathogen attack. Within the SFB607 a broad range of host-parasite interactions of woody and herbaceous plants were investigated under different environmental influences. The model PLATHO comprises an allocation module, which can be used to simulate the allocation of resources between growth respectively defence related processes within the plant. This allocation module will be used to identify similarities or differences in resource allocation between the various host-pathogen interactions.

Contact persons:

Prof. Dr. W. Oßwald,
Dr. F. Fleischmann
Tel: 08161-714577,
E-mail: osswald@wzw.tum.de


Position 2 Plant Ecology

The subject of this work is an integrative assessment of cost/benefit relation in woody and herbaceous plants. The central aim is whether carbon allocation in plants follows common principles regarding resource uptake, investments, and maintenance. Data for this integrative study come from experiments within SFB 607 under competition, CO2- and O3-influence. Study plants are beech and spruce as well as various herbaceous plants such as grasses, alfalfa and sunflower.

Contact persons:

Prof. Dr. R. Matyssek,
Dr. Häberle, PD
Dr. T. Grams
Tel: 08161-714575,
E-Mail: matyssek@wzw.tum.de

Department Address:

Technische Universitat Munchen
Department of Ecology
Am Hochanger 13
D-85354 Freising
Germany

Website: http://www.sfb607.de

[Indonesia] Program Beasiswa Unggulan S1, S2, S3 Depdiknas 2007-2008

Program Beasiswa Unggulan

Program beasiswa dalam skala nasional (Beasiswa Unggulan Reguler) dan internasional (Beasiswa Atdikbud RI di luar negeri) yang dikembangkan dalam rangka menyiapkan insan Indonesia yang cerdas dan kompetitif sesuai dengan visi pendidikan nasional. Dengan adanya program beasiswa unggulan, diharapkan di akhir program akan muncul critical mass dan bangsa Indonesia yang berdaya saing tinggi di masa yang akan datang.

Program Beasiswa Unggulan menawarkan beasiswa ber-degree seperti program untuk jenjang D4/S1, S2, dan S3. Dan beasiswa non-degree seperti program Beasiswa Peneliti, Penulis, Pencipta, Seniman, Wartawan, Olahragawan, dan Tokoh.

Sasaran Program Beasiswa Unggulan

Beasiswa unggulan diberikan kepada mereka yang memiliki prestasi sebagai berikut:

1. Lulusan terbaik SMA/MA?SMK/Ponpes/PT yang diusulkan oleh Pemda (Propinsi/Kabupaten/Kota), masyarakat (LSM), dan industri
2. Lulusan cum-laude dari Perguruan Tinggi/Sekolah Tinggi/Akademi
3. Pemenang Lomba Iptek/Lomba Karya Ilmiah Remaja/MIPA Tingkat nasional
4. Pemenang Lomba LKS (Lomba Kompetensi Siswa) Tingkat nasional
5. Pemenang Olimpiade Sains/Teknologi Tingkat Nasional
6. Pemenang Lomba Bidang Olahraga Tingkat Nasional
7. Pemenang Lomba Bidang Seni Tingkat Nasional
8. Pemenang Lomba Bidang Bahasa Tingkat Nasional
9. Para aktivis mahasiswa (pengurus UKM, BEM, Senat, HMI)
10. Staf Pemda dan Staf Diknas dari unit-unit utama serta jajarannya

Persyaratan Program Beasiswa Unggulan

1. Surat pernyataan dari instansi bahwa peserta akan diberdayakan di instansi tersebut setelah selesai masa pendidikan selama minimal 2n+1 (format baku)
2. Surat rekomendasi dari instansi asal untuk mengikuti Program Beasiswa Unggulan
3. Letter of acceptance untuk twinning/sandwich program dari PT di luar negeri
4. Letter of acceptance dari PT di dalam negeri khusus S3
5. Formulir pendaftaran Program Beasiswa Unggulan dilengkapi pasfoto berwarna terbaru 3x4 (2 lembar)
6. Proposal rencana usulan tugas akhir/tesis/disertasi
7. Ijazah dan transkrip nilai pendidikan terakhir yang telah dilegalisasi
8. Memiliki kemampuan bahasa asing (sertifikat TOEFL, IELTS atau TOEIC) dan sertifikat penghargaan lainnya
9. Usia pendaftaran untuk D4/S1 tidak lebih dari 21 tahun
   Usia pendaftaran untuk S2 tidak lebih dari 35 tahun
   Usia pendaftaran untuk S3 tidak lebih dari 45 tahun
   

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PhD Studentship in Composites Material Research

PhD Studentship Processing of carbon nanotube - epoxy matrix composites

*Supported by EPSRC and BAe Systems, a bursary of up to £16,900 p.a. plus
fees is available. Conditions apply*
*
*Academic Supervisors:*
Professor Ivana Partridge and Dr A A Skordos, Composites Centre, Materials
Department

Cranfield University currently have a vacancy for a high-calibre graduate to
undertake an exciting PhD research project in the area of carbon nanotubes
for advanced composites.

The incorporation of carbon nanotubes into epoxy resin matrices for advanced
composites is a highly topical research issue. The development of nanotube
modified polymer matrix composites shows great potential for the enhancement
of mechanical and electrical properties. However, success hinges on the
development of effective and scaleable means of processing these materials.

This project will focus on the filling stage of Resin Transfer Moulding for
the processing of nanotube filled epoxy matrix composites. Modelling of the
chemorheology of the modified resin and its flow during impregnation will be
carried out, alongside characterisation of the interaction of nanotubes with
the fibrous reinforcement. The possibility of enhancing the distribution of
carbon nanoparticles by localised placement and manipulation of the flow
field will also be studied and the potential use of this type of strategy in
a component design/optimisation context will be explored.

The successful applicant will work within the Composites Centre at Cranfield
University, which has extensive experience in the field of thermosetting
resin modification and a growing activity in the area of nanocomposites.
This project is a part of a wider on-going collaboration between the
University researchers and research staff at the BAe SYSTEMS Advanced
Technology Centre in Bristol, UK.

*Entry Requirements:
*Applicants should have a First or Upper Second Class UK Honours degree, or
equivalent, in physics, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, materials
science or other relevant science discipline. Good mathematical skills are
also important.

**Value of Award:
*Sponsored by EPSRC and BAe Systems, this studentship will cover tuition
fees at the UK/EU rate only and provide a bursary of up to £16,900 dependent
on qualifications, experience and project. Details on overseas student fees
are available on our website at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/sas/fees

*How to Apply
*If you are eligible to apply for this research studentship, please complete
the application form at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/prospectus/app/pgappform.pdf

Alternatively, for more information and an application form please contact:

Enquiries, Cranfield University, School of Applied Sciences
Tel: +44 (0)1234 754086
Fax: +44 (0)1234 754109


Closing Date for Applications:* 11th June 2007*

Other research studentships are also available, for details please visit:
www.cranfield.ac.uk/sas/studentships

Postgraduate Research Studentship: Content-based visual search

Full-time Postgraduate Research Studentship: Content-based visual search
engines Knowledge Media Institute

*Based in **Milton Keynes*

*Tenable from **1 October 2007*

*** *

The project will be focused on core data modelling methods and search
algorithms for more efficient and effective content-based visual engines.
This will involve developments of suitable indexing time feature
representation and query time selection schemes for visual data (images and
videos), effective similarity measures and efficient localized k-NN query
processing strategies to minimize search space yet maintaining acceptable
precision. This project will be carried out in the context of the new PHAROS
project, which is a main Integrated Project funded by the EU FP6 in a recent
call on audio-visual search technologies. The methods developed from this
PhD project will be plugged into the FAST search engine and will be
evaluated using not only standard datasets from evaluation conferences such
as TRECvid and ImageCLEF etc., but also the data from PHAROS content
providers.

You should have a strong background in Computer Science or Information
Systems, and must have qualifications of First or upper second class honours
degree or research master degree. Strong programming skills in C/C++ and
Matlab, existing research experience in computer vision,
human-computer-interaction or information retrieval, and international
conference/journal publications would be desirable. This studentship is open
for national and international applicants.

The studentship rate is £12,600 a year.



For further information, and to apply go to
http://kmi.open.ac.uk/studentships/studentship2.cfm or contact Professor
Stefan Rüger or Dr. Dawei Song

quoting the reference code: 2713. Closing date: 10 June 2007.

*Equal Opportunity is University Policy.*

*Further Details* <http://www.open.ac.uk/employment>

[UK] Fully Funded PhD Studentships in Robust and Autonomous Satellites Formation Flying, Cranfield University

[UK] Fully Funded PhD Studentships in Robust and Autonomous Satellites Formation Flying, Cranfield University



Department of Aerospace, Power and Sensors
Fully Funded PHD Studentship
Robust and autonomous satellites formation flying

Future trend in space science missions is the usage of several spacecraft flying in formation, in order to achieve higher accuracy in Earth and extra solar planetary observations, or higher region coverage when monitoring science data. A ground-based command and control system for relative spacecraft positioning would be very complex and may not provide sufficiently rapid corrective control commands. Thus, the overall focus of this work is to significantly increase the onboard autonomy of the future spacecraft, thereby reducing the ground support required.

As part of our collaborative research work with EADS Astrium, we wish to recruit a research student for a PhD study on robust and autonomous satellites formation flying. The main objective of the proposed research project is to study the formation flying of space vehicles from different perspectives such as navigation, control and fault diagnosis and recovery using robust estimation and control theory. We will investigate decentralized information fusion architecture to enhance the quality of relative pose estimation of the space vehicles.


This estimation will be used as basis to develop a model based fault diagnosis and recovery module to make up for any occurs of faults, which will degenerate the performance of the formation flying setup. In addition and using robust control theory, we will be able to achieve, a precise decentralized control & computation for the fleet of space vehicles, formation maneuvers assuring the formation flying mission performance, with being robust to navigation uncertainties and linked to the fault diagnosis module. The project will be carried out in close collaboration with our industrial partner and the resulting interactions will provide an exceptionally rich research environment. In addition to simulation validation, this project entails 30% real time simulations and possibly experiments to validate proposed algorithms.

Entry Requirements:
For this research studentship, we are seeking a talented graduate, having (or be expected to obtain) at least an upper second class honours degree (first class honours preferred), MSc or equivalent in engineering or computer science. Good mathematical background and experience of signal processing, control systems, data fusion and real time systems would be most desirable.

Eligibility:
We are looking for a UK national student (or a European resident in the UK for three years). The studentship is for three years and provides payment of tuition fees at the UK/EU rate plus a £17,000 per annum (normally tax free) contribution to living expenses.

Applicants should make initial enquiries or send a CV with contact details of two referees to: Dr Aouf n.aouf@cranfield.ac.uk

Start Date: As soon as Possible or by October 2007

[Germany] PhD Studentships in Cluster Ion Physics, Universitat Hamburg

[Germany] PhD Studentships in Cluster Ion Physics, Universitat Hamburg



Subject to granting we offer a PhD-position at the University Hamburg in the group of M. Martins for experimental studies on the core level spectroscopy of free cluster ions starting from July 1, 2007.

Within a larger collaboration we are setting up a new experiment called PIPE for studies on free ions in the soft x-ray region at the storage ring PETRA III in Hamburg funded by the BMBF. PIPE will offer unique possibilities to study atomic, molecular and cluster ions within an ionic beam using different spectroscopic methods.

Focus of the project will be the analysis of the electronic and geometric structure of core level excited transition metal cluster ions depending on the cluster size,using methods as NEXAFS and EXAFS. The applicant will be responsible for the development and setup of the control and vacuum system of PIPE together with the collaboration partners. The work will furthermore include the modification of a cluster source for experiment with PIPE and the first experiment on free, mass selected metal cluster ions.


We offer a stimulating, international atmosphere with excellent experimental facilities. An application should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae including certificates, a list of publications, a statement of qualifications relevant for the position, as well as names and complete addresses of two referees and should be send in english or german to:

Dr. M. Martins, Universitaet Hamburg,
Institut fuer Experimentalphysik,
Luruper Chaussee 149,
D-22761 Hamburg, Germany

or by Email (michael.martins@desy.de) until June 15, 2007

Requirements:
We are looking for highly motivated physicists or chemists who will pursue the project and develop the required experimental skills. Knowledge in spectroscopic methods, UHV equipment and atomic, molecular or cluster physics are desirable. Experience with synchrotron radiation sources would be appreciated.

Contact:
Michael Martins
Luruper Chaussee 149
Hamburg, Germany 22761

Phone: +49-40-8998-3121
Fax: +40-40-8998-2179

[Saudi Arabia] Master and Doctoral Scholarships in Science and Technology at King Saud University

Embassy of Indonesia for Saudi Arabia announces master (S2) and doctor/PhD (S3) scholarships from King Saud University (KSU) in science and technology. This information announced by the Ambassador of Indonesia for Arab Saudi and Oman, Salim Segaf Al Jufrie and Culture Attache Juhdi Syarif, after meeting with KSU director, Abdullah bin Abdurrahman bin Abdullah Al Uthman in Riyadh past weekend.

To RI Ambassador, Abdurrahman express every year there are 300 scholarships to learn in KSU. Ten percent given to Indonesia student. In detail, scholarship given to 20 master students (S2), and 10 students PhD program (S3). Study is submitted with English deliverer. Besides, student also is asked to be researcher assistant. Other cooperation on the market KSU is lecturer transfer program.

A master and PhD programs majoring in Food Science, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Physics, Botany, Microbiology, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Operational Research. Besides, also majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, Nursing, Society health science, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering.


Scholarship obtained for example hostel, scholarship money for the price of 2500 riyal Saudi (about $666) per month.

Requirements:

• Minimum TOEFL score 550
• Last Bachelor/master degree certificate, value transcript, health report, good deportment letter ( all translated to English and ratified by translator is cursed).

Please send all documents to:

KBRI Riyadh: Indonesian Embassy
c/o Atase Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan KBRI Riyadh
Po Box 94343 Riyadh 11693
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ph. +966 1 4880028/ 4882131 Fax +966 1 4883866

Deadline: Not later than June 30, 2007.

Website King Saud University

[Netherlands] PhD Researchers in Global Change and Hurricanes, Utrecht University

The departments of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sciences are currently looking for 2 PhD students (AIO) (f/m) for the High Potential Programme granted by the Utrecht University: Global Change and Hurricanes. The research of the departments is part of the Copernicus Institute for Sustainable Development and Innovation and of the Organic Geochemistry group from the department of Earth Sciences.

Project description: Global Change and Hurricanes:
If and how global warming affects hurricane activity is a topic of considerable interest and intensive research efforts. The available instrumental record, however, is still too short to document and understand the complex links within the climate system responsible for hurricanes. Only through extending the records beyond the instrumental measurements by paleodata, we can capture the full range of natural variability inherent to the climate system. This allows quantification of the separate effects of changing environmental variables. We aim to construct detailed paleo-records from Florida and the Gulf of Mexico for the past 10.000 years which trace back the conditions within the natural system that trigger intensive hurricane seasons. For the first time, paleo-records of precipitation, vegetation, storm induced runoff and sea surface temperatures will be combined in a modeling environment. Only long-term records integrated by modelling the ocean-atmosphere biosphere system enable the detection of any deviations from the normal state that may consequently be ascribed to ongoing and future human interference with the system.


Paleoecologists and Earth-scientists from the Utrecht University will produce detailed marine and terrestrial proxy data of sea surface temperature (SST), precipitation, CO2, BIT index (influx of organic matter in marine sediments), d18O and vegetation patterns. Environmental scientist will integrate these records through numerical process modelling.

PhD student 1: Sea Surface Temperature and storm detection in the marine realm
Accurate correlation of marine and terrestrial settings is of prime importance for time equivalent documentation of environmental changes and to evaluate the synchronicity of occurring shifts and events. Stable hydrogen isotopes, measured directly on both, leaf fragments from terrestrial sites and from biomarker molecules in marine settings, will be used to establish a robust correlation of the contrasting realms. With the accurate dating of the different sites, we will be able to provide a well-defined timeframe for phases characterized by increased storm activity, allowing the systematic analysis of periodicities and amplitude changes of the natural system. Sea surface temperature will be reconstructed using both well established and newly developed organic geochemical proxies (UK37, TEX86). Major hurricane landfalls induced storm surges will be investigated by looking at their distinct imprints in the sedimentology of the coastal and on-shore environments.

Hurricanes in the wider surroundings of the studied transect will be reconstructed from marine sediments, using state of the art organic geochemical techniques. The stable oxygen and hydrogen isotopic signatures of respectively cellulose and leaf waxes will be used to quantify past changes in the strong convection and thus isotopic fractionation caused by hurricane-tied precipitation.

Combining stable hydrogen and oxygen isotopes in fossil plant organic matter (leaf, wood and biomarker molecules) thus allows detailed reconstruction of past hurricane intensity. The PhD student will be involved in both field work and organic geochemical analyses.

PhD student 2: Ocean-Atmosphere-Biosphere interactions
The paleo-records can be integrated in different models acting on various levels of the coupled ocean-atmosphere-biosphere system. These paleo time-series can be used to directly link increased hurricane intensity, which is reflected by SST and BIT, with the dynamics of vegetation and catastrophic runoff amounts caused by hurricanes. However, several feedback mechanisms between the atmosphere and biosphere need to be included to understand potential nonlinearities between ocean-atmosphere-biosphere systems since they may cause sudden shifts in precipitation, evapo-transpiration/runoff ratios and vegetation. Therefore numerical dynamical models on regional scale need to be used and developed. Inverse modeling, with the paleo-records derived from contrasting environments and based on contrasting biogeochemical and paleobotanical techniques allows us to test the accuracy and information value of the different proxy-data sets.

The PhD student will work together with earth scientists and paleo-ecologists from Utrecht University, who also take part in the High Potential Programme, and with several institutes in Florida. Main task of the candidate is modelling although the candidate will also be involved in field work and lab analyses. The project will lead to a PhD thesis.

Qualifications for PhD position 1:
Highly motivated candidate with experience in Earth Sciences and a MSc in an appropriate field.

Qualifications for PhD position 2:
The candidate must have experience in modelling and programming of dynamical climate models and holds a MSc (or equivalent) degree in a relevant field (e.g. earth sciences, environmental sciences, meteorology).

Terms of employment
We offer a fulltime PhD position for 4 years (0.8 fte is an option). The gross monthly salary increases from EUR 1,956.- in year 1 to EUR 2,502.- in year 4, according to the Collective Employment Agreement of the Dutch Universities. Secondary benefits include e.g. a pension scheme, flexible employment conditions, holiday bonus and end-of-year bonus.

Further details
Are you interested? You can obtain further details for PhD1 from Dr. Gert-Jan Reichart (phone: +31(0)30 253 5041 e-mail: g.reichart@geo.uu.nl) or Prof. Dr.ir. J.S. Sinninghe Damsté (phone: +31(0) 222 369550 e-mail: damste@nioz.nl).

For PhD2: Dr. Stefan C. Dekker (phone +31(0)30 253 2500 e-mail: s.dekker@geo.uu.nl) or Prof. Dr. Martin J. Wassen (phone: +31(0)30 253 5764, e-mail: m.wassen@geo.uu.nl).

You may also visit the groups website at: www.geo.uu.nl/ivau and www.geo.uu.nl/environmentalsciences

Application
Applications, including a curriculum vitae, a statement of your research interests, and the names and addresses of 2 references, must be sent to:

Faculty of Geosciences - Personnel Department
PO Box 80115
3508 TC Utrecht, The Netherlands

or submitted by e-mail to: peno@geo.uu.nl

Please mention where you originally saw our advertisement and quote vacancy number 72077 in all communications. The positions are open until May 31, 2007.

[Ireland] Masters Studentship in Coastal Software Development, University College Cork

Coastal Software Developer / Masters Studentship
Two-year stipend, €16K p.a. plus tuition fees
Contribution to overall research costs including research exchange programme
Location:Haulbowline Island, Cork, Ireland

The CMRC is a multidisciplinary scientific research group whose primary objective is to make a significant contribution to the scientific understanding of coastal and marine environments and their management. The Marine Geomatics team works closely with the physical, biological and coastal management teams in using technologies to analyze their scientific data outputs in order to produce maps, visualisations and information (http://cmrc.ucc.ie).

We wish to recruit an additional member to the Marine Geomatics team to work on the EU ECOOP project (http://cmrc.ucc.ie/pages/K_project_page.php?project_code=ecoop) to develop a data management system to deliver real time and near real time data and metadata. The successful candidate will implement a framework for managing and providing access to harmonised, quality assured observational and satellite data and associated metadata sourced from regional oceanographic observation centres in Europe.


The successful candidate will have:

• Graduated with 1st Class Honours in Computer Sciences or a related field,
• Proficiency and excellence in programming languages such as Java, PHP, and C/C++
• Excellent team working and oral and written communication skills.

Other beneficial qualities include:

• Knowledge of OGC and metadata standards, OpenDAP,
• Web development, HTML, an understanding of GIS / Web GIS, Open Source Software, XML, Unix/Linux,
• Interest in using technology with the coastal/marine environment and knowledge of the coastal/marine domain,

Additional opportunities include:
- The potential to pursue a research masters degree (student fees covered).

UCC is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing date for applications is　Monday June 25th 2007. Please forward curriculum vitae, including a statement of research interests and experience as well as names and addresses of two referees, either electronically (grainne.lynch@ucc.ie) or by regular mail to:

Gráinne Lynch
Coastal & Marine Resources Centre,
Naval Base, Haulbowline,
Cobh,
County Cork,
Ireland.
Phone: 00 353 21 470 31 00

Offical Announcement

[UK] PhD Studentshipsi in Politics & International Relations, University of London

To mark the launch of the Centre for European Politics and the Centre for Global and Transnational Politics, the Department of Politics and International Relations at Royal Holloway is offering two PhD studentships.

Thomas Holloway Research Studentship

One Departmental Research Studentship
Students proposing research in the following subject area will be prioritised for this Studentship: borders in global politics (including the transformation of borders under conditions of globalization); theorizing borders in a global age; involvement of citizens in bordering and debordering; differentiated, diffuse, networked, and mobile borders.

This Departmental Research Studentship covers tuition fees at the standard home/EU rate (currently GBP 3,168 per year full-time), plus a top-up Departmental Assistantship of GBP 5,350. This is tenable for up to three years for full-time study. Holders of the Departmental Research Studentship will be required to provide 4 hours of teaching per week as a condition of their Studentship.


Eligibility
Both studentships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence to new students who will commence a research programme in the academic year 2007-2008, from the UK, from the EU or from overseas. Please note that students who have already started their programme are not eligible for consideration. Students from overseas will be liable for overseas fee rates but may use the home/EU amount to pay towards the extra costs.

How to apply
In order to be considered for the awards, candidates are advised to contact Dr James Sloam (james.sloam@rhul.ac.uk ) for the Thomas Holloway studentship, and Dr Chris Rumford (chris.rumford@rhul.ac.uk ), for the departmental studentship, as soon as possible. Candidates should apply for a place in the Department no later than 8th June 2007.
Please visit our departmental website for further information (http://www.rhul.ac.uk/politics-and-IR/ ).

Communities and Education Program in Aceh (CEPA)

REQUEST FOR TENDER
AusAID, the Australian Agency for International Development, in partnership with the Indonesian Government, administers the Australia Indonesia Partnership for Reconstruction and Development (AIPRD). The primary objective of the AIPRD is to support Indonesia’s reconstruction and development efforts, both in and beyond tsunami-affected areas, through sustained cooperation focused on the Indonesian Government’s programs of reform, with an emphasis on economic and social development.

AusAID is seeking proposals from organisations interested in providing services for the following development program.

Communities and Education Program in Aceh (CEPA): Phase 2

The goal of CEPA is to contribute to effective and cohesive community participation in basic education rehabilitation in school communities recovering from conflict in Aceh. The main strategy for achieving this goal is to foster improved governance of education and working relationships at the community, school and district levels.

The $7.5 million program is to be implemented in partnership with selected communities and the Government of Aceh. CEPA Phase 2 will be implemented over a two year period covering up to 50 villages across three Districts and building on significant progress made under Phase 1 of the Program.

It is anticipated that this program will commence in July 2007.

Tender documents are available to download from the AusTender website.

All enquiries should be addressed in writing to: Alek Werchanowski at alek.werchanowski@ausaid.gov.au or by fax +612 6206 4066.

Closing Date: 2.00 pm (Canberra time) on Wednesday 6 June 2007.

Eligibility Criteria: Organisations must be an Indonesian firm or carry on business in Australia or New Zealand. Full details of eligibility criteria are provided in the Request for Tender documentation.

PhD studenthsip in Mathematical Modelling - University Colleg

PhD Studentship Numerical Modelling of Industrial Processes exhibiting Layer
Phenomena
Department of Mathematics

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship to work on a mathematical
modelling project that also involves significant amounts of numerical
computation. The underlying research investigates certain industrial
processes whose solutions exhibit layers. In collaboration with Professors
Martin Stynes and Grigory Shishkin the project will develop mathematical
models whose numerical solutions require novel state-of-the-art techniques.

The successful applicant will have - or expects to be awarded shortly - a
good undergraduate degree (or Masters) in applied mathematics or a related
numerate discipline. S/he will have a strong interest in modelling and in
the numerical solution of differential equations.

The project is funded by the Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science
and Industry (MACSI) which is supported by the Science Foundation Ireland
Mathematics Initiative. The studentship includes an annual salary of
€18,000, plus Ph.D. fees at UCC/NUIC, and there is additional generous
support for travel.

The studentship will commence in Autumn 2007 and is tenable initially for 18
months, with an additional 18 months dependent upon a successful progress
review.

Applications by email to Professor Martin Stynes , who can
also be contacted via email or phone (+353-21-4902539) for informal
enquiries and further information.

Applications must include:

- CV, including clear statements regarding the quality of your
examination grades and your competence in spoken and written English;
- a covering letter describing your interest in this position;
- the names of 3 academic referees, together with the positions they
hold and their email and postal addresses.

*Closing date: Friday, 6 July 2007*

King Saud University Scholarship for Indonesia Students

Embassy of Indonesia for Saudi Arabia announces master (S2) and doctor/PhD (S3) scholarships from King Saud University (KSU) in science and technology. This information announced by the Ambassador of Indonesia for Arab Saudi and Oman, Salim Segaf Al Jufrie and Culture Attache Juhdi Syarif, after meeting with KSU director, Abdullah bin Abdurrahman bin Abdullah Al Uthman in Riyadh past weekend.

To RI Ambassador, Abdurrahman express every year there are 300 scholarships to learn in KSU. Ten percent given to Indonesia student. In detail, scholarship given to 20 master students (S2), and 10 students PhD program (S3). Study is submitted with English deliverer. Besides, student also is asked to be researcher assistant. Other cooperation on the market KSU is lecturer transfer program.

A master and PhD programs majoring in Food Science, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Physics, Botany, Microbiology, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Operational Research. Besides, also majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, Nursing, Society health science, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering.

Scholarship obtained for example hostel, scholarship money for the price of 2500 riyal Saudi (about $666) per month.

Requirements:

• Minimum TOEFL score 550
• Last Bachelor/master degree certificate, value transcript, health report, good deportment letter ( all translated to English and ratified by translator is cursed).

Please send all documents to:

KBRI Riyadh: Indonesian Embassy
c/o Atase Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan KBRI Riyadh
Po Box 94343 Riyadh 11693
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ph. +966 1 4880028/ 4882131 Fax +966 1 4883866

not later than June 30, 2007. website King Saud University