Engineering | Scholarship for Nigerians and Africans - Part 208

2011 K. C. Mahindra Education Trust Scholarships for Postgraduate Studies Abroad: Engineering,Natural Sciences, Humanities,Medicine and Business Management including the study of military and Naval and Aviation Sciences

The K C Mahindra Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies Abroad is an interest free loan scholarship which is awarded to deserving graduates interested in pursuing their post graduate studies overseas. This scholarship has been ongoing since 1956. Announcement of the scholarship is done at the month of January in leading newspapers throughout India. Currently the maximum amount awarded per scholarship is Rs. 95,000/. From last year, KCMET has also announced the KC Mahindra Fellows Fund where the 3 most deserving candidates selected for the abovementioned scholarship are awarded an interest free loan scholarship ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 8 lacs, based on merit and need.
To be eligible, the candidate is required to possess a First Class degree or equivalent diploma of the same standard from a recognized university. The candidate must have secured admission or at least have applied for admission to a reputable university or institution abroad at the time of submission of the application form. The application form can be collected from our office at the end of January. Shortlisted students are called for the final interviews which are held in July. At the time of the interview you should have secured admission into the institute.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 March 2011

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Physician Biodesign Research Fellowships Positions at University of Missouri 2011-2012, Columbia

The MU Biodesign and Innovation Program (MUBIP) is located on the University of Missouri – Columbia campus. The MUBIP is a collaborative group of surgeons, engineers, and business professionals. Faculty members hold appointments in the School of Medicine, the Department of Surgery or the College of Engineering. Business experts such as successful entrepreneurs, angel investors and venture capitalists serve as faculty members of MUBIP and provide networking opportunities. Several core faculty members of MUBIP have been identified by industry as serial inventors in the medical device arena. The purpose of the program is to improve health care through the invention and implementation of new medical technologies.

The Physician Biodesign Research Fellowship and the Biodesign and Innovation Fellowships are for surgeons, engineers and business individuals who have an interest in a career developing new medical technologies. Optimal background for the engineer and business fellowship candidates is to have completed a masters program, however, other circumstances, e.g. work experience, may be considered. Optimal background for the surgeon fellow is to have completed two years of residency.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30 May 2011

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2011 PhD Studentship in Theoretical Chemistry, University of Lund, Sweden

PhD studies in theoretical chemistry directed at calculations of photoinduced chemical reactions. The work is aimed at development and use of quantum chemistry software for the understanding of the photochemistry of melanin and other pigments. The theoretical work is conducted in close collaboration with experimentalists using ultrafast laser spectroscopy.Basic entry requirements for PhD studies are: a degree at advanced level, courses to an extent of at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 at advanced level, or corresponding proficiencies.Special requirements for this position: MSc in chemistry or physics or corresponding education. Knowledge of theoretical chemistry, chemical physics and scientific programming is meritorious.

Regulations for employment as a postgraduate student can be found in the Swedish Statute Book (SFS 1998:80). Only those admitted to postgraduate studies can be appointed to such a position. When appointing applicants to such a position, first and foremost their ability to benefit from postgraduate studies must be taken into consideration. In addition to pursuing postgraduate studies, the doctoral student may also perform other duties, including research, teaching and administration, according to the specific regulations.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 2011-02-22

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