March, 2011 | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 105

PhD Position in Ultracold Atomic Gases in Amsterdam, Netherlands

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There is an open PhD position (4 years, full salary) in the atomic, molecular and laserphysics group of the VU University Amsterdam to setup an experiment for an ultracold mixture of metastable helium and rubidium.

The aim of the project is to observe Efimov trimers in an ultracold mixture of metastable helium and rubidium atoms. The large mass ratio between these two atomic species results in a dramatic reduction of the spacing between successive HeRbRb Efimov states, allowing a first experimental test of the periodicity of the Efimov spectrum. This research will lead to new insight in the emerging field of few-body physics with ultracold atoms, with the aim to better understand and control strongly interacting quantum matter.

Within the PhD project a new infrastructure for ultracold rubidium (87Rb) has to be built up and merged with an existing apparatus for laser cooling of metastable helium (including source and Zeeman slower).

We are searching for an experimental physicist who has already gathered experience in the field of laser cooling and trapping of atoms.

Starting date from 1st June 2011.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Contact Employer(s.knoop-at-vu.nl)

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2011 Chancellor’s Scholarship for Trinidad and Tobago at University of Kent, UK

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Through the generosity of the Chancellor of the University, Professor Sir Robert Worcester, we have been able to establish a scholarship in support of students from Trinidad and Tobago. The scholarship will be worth £1000 (for one year of study) towards the cost of tuition fees.
Hold a valid passport issued by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and be paying fees at the international rate.
Have satisfied the following conditions:
a.an application must have been made for a degree course at the University of Kent.
b.the applicant must have received an offer of a place on such a degree course.
c.the University must have received confirmation of the applicant’s acceptance of the offer.
d.the applicant must have demonstrated ability to fund their study programme.

At the point of application for the scholarship, you are asked to submit an original essay of between 750 to 1,000 words on the topic.Why have you chosen your selected degree programme; why have you applied to the University of Kent; and how do you see your degree at Kent preparing you for your life after graduation.All applications must include your application number, date of birth and the 750-1,000 word essay as specified above.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 July 2011

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2011 Fellowship Programme, Vera List Center for Art and Politics, USA

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The Vera List Center invites applications for 2011-2013 fellowships. Two fellowships will be awarded, each spanning ten months and tied to the Vera List Center’s focus theme for 2011-2013.
The center’s programs evolve around focus themes of particular urgency and broad resonance. In the face of virtual realities, social media and disembodied existences, the center in 2011-2013 will examine the nature of our material world under the heading of “thingness.” It will focus on the material conditions of our lives, and call for a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between objects and people that may provoke more responsible, ethical and ecologically sound politics. The Vera List Center Fellows contribute to the intellectual foundation of the center, and through their fellowship projects advance the exploration of the focus theme.

Journalists, historians, visual and performing artists, critics, curators, and cultural practitioners working in any field where they engage art and politics. The New School is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution and encourages applications from minority candidates as well as from individuals without institutional affiliation.
Application Material.A SASE, application form (download pdf), letter of application, resume, support material (CDs, texts, etc.), names and addresses (email and regular mail) of two references, and a 300-to-500 word fellowship project proposal that is either an element of a larger and ongoing project, or contained within the applicant’s anticipated stay at The New School Considerations.

Scholarship Application Deadline:April 11, 2011

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