PhDSeek - Australian PhD Degrees

Scholarship available - Mechanics of Security Screens

PhDSeek.com — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:20:04 +1100

University of New South Wales, UNSW@ADFA

A post-graduate scholarship is available in the School of Engineering and Information Technology at The University of New South Wales at the Australian Defence Force Academy (http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au) in Canberra for a Ph.D. candidate.

The scholarship has a generous stipend, funded by Crimsafe Pty. Ltd., for research into the mechanics of security screens, and should be challenging for engineering graduates interested in solid and structural mechanics. The research will involve both analytical and experimental investigations.

The School has an expanding impact test facility, an excellent workshop and makes extensive use of CATIA® in design. It is the policy of the School that students should, as far as possible, design and manufacture experimental apparatus and test specimens themselves and would therefore favour applicants who see that as a positive challenge. Appropriate training is of course provided.

Applicants should have a First Class Honours Degree in an appropriate branch of engineering and experience in finite element modelling and analysis.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Krishna Shankar (k.shankar@adfa.edu.au) telephone +61 2 6268 8584. Applications, including academic transcripts and referees' reports should be sent to:

Research & Research Training Office
UNSW@ADFA
Northcott Drive
Canberra ACT 2600

Alternatively, you may email to rrto@adfa.edu.au or e.berra@adfa.edu.au

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Mid Year Australian Post Graduate Award Scholarships

PhDSeek.com — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:43:27 +1100

Charles Sturt University, Centre for Research and Graduate Training

CSU are offering a number of Australian Post Graduate Award (APA) Scholarships. These scholarships are open to domestic candidates only, includes Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents, as at 30 April 2010.

Prospective candidates must be available to commence full time study by 6 August 2010, preferably by 12 July 2010.

SCHOLARSHIPS CARRY A $AUD22,500 STIPEND PAID FORTNIGHTLY. (2010 rate) and an operating allowance.

Potential candidates are required to have First Class Honours or equivalent for these awards. Full eligibility criteria and application forms can be viewed at: http://www.csu.edu.au/research/higher_degrees/scholarships/prsa1.htma

Applications are welcomed across a broad spectrum of topics at listed at http://www.csu.edu.au/research/higher_degrees/scholarships/RHDResearchProjects.pdf

If you are not eligible for these scholarships please review those on offer for commencement in 2011. In 2011 CSU will offer APA, CSU Post Graduate Research Scholarships, International Post Graduate Research Scholarships and Centre based scholarship - attached to one of our Strategic Research Centres.

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Fluvial geomorphology, seed ecology and riparian vegetation management

PhDSeek.com — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:12 +1100

Macquarie University, Division of Environmental and Life Sciences

Every year in Australia millions of dollars are invested in riparian revegetation. The success, and cost effectiveness of these revegetation strategies can be enhanced by combining geomorphic and ecological knowledge to maximise the success of native seedling establishment from the soil seed bank. As the conservation of biodiversity becomes integral to environmental management it is important to understand seed bank dynamics and better utilise these seed resources in river rehabilitation projects.

A Macquarie University Research Excellence Scholarship (MQRES) is available for study towards a Doctor of Philosophy through a recently awarded ARC Linkage Grant. The project partners, the Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority and the NSW Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water are providing significant in-kind support to the candidate.

The PhD candidate has an opportunity to develop the project in the context of; links between sediment and seed transport and storage, and quantitative analysis of riparian seed bank viability and germinability. In collaboration with industry partners, new field techniques will be designed for promoting germination and establishment of native seeds in the riparian zone.

The PhD candidate will have a first class Honours or Masters degree (or equivalent) in fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, plant ecology, aquatic ecology or botany. Candidates who have skills in interdisciplinary fields or research publications will be considered favourably. The candidate will also have field experience in fluvial environments, laboratory experience and computer-based modeling and statistical skills.

The 2010 MQRES full-time stipend rate is $22,500 pa tax exempt for 3.5 years. Macquarie University will advise the successful applicant of entitlements at the time of scholarship offer.

Closing date for applications is Monday 31 March 2010. The candidate should be available to commence no later than May 2010.

Applicants will need to complete a candidature/scholarship application form and arrange for two academic referee reports to be submitted to the Higher Degree Research Office. Forms can be downloaded from http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/forms. You must supply all supporting documentation including an example of your written work, e.g. the literature review (or equivalent) of an Honours or Masters dissertation.

Enquiries about the research project/proposal should be made to Dr Kirstie Fryirs, kirstie.fryirs@mq.edu.au, telephone +61 (2) 9850 8367.

Please quote the allocation reference number 2010221 on your application form.

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Development of novel passive and active sampling devices for pollution monitoring in aquatic systems

PhDSeek.com — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:24:53 +1100

University of Melbourne, School of Chemistry

The successful applicant will join a research team developing novel passive sampling devices and flow analysis (e.g. flow injection, sequential injection, bead injection or lab-on-valve) methods for environmental monitoring of pollutants (e.g. heavy metals, pesticides) in aquatic systems.

We are looking for a highly motivated BSc (Honours) or MSc graduate with strong interests in analytical and environmental chemistry and a solid background in analytical techniques.

Only applications from Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered for this PhD position.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and the names and contact details of 2 academic referees to Associate Professor Spas Kolev (Email: s.kolev@unimelb.edu.au; Tel. 03 83447931).

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Evaluating communities of practice and social-professional networks: the development, design, testing, refinement, simulation and application of an evaluation framework

PhDSeek.com — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:11:52 +1100

University of New South Wales, Faculty of Medicine

PHD SCHOLARSHIP

FACULTY OF MEDICINE

Centre for Clinical Governance Research in Health/Australian Institute of Health Innovation

Evaluating communities of practice and social-professional networks: the development, design, testing, refinement, simulation and application of an evaluation framework

The UNSW Australian Institute of Health Innovation brings together three successful UNSW research Centres working in separate but related areas of clinical governance, clinical practice and health services research and health informatics. We conduct international, large scale health services and clinical research.

The Centres are:

Centre for Clinical Governance Research in Health
Centre for Health Informatics
The Simpson Centre for Health Services Research.

The Evaluating communities of practice and social-professional networks: the development, design, testing, refinement, simulation and application of an evaluation framework study is a 5-year ARC Discovery Grant funded project led by internationally recognised experts in the areas of organisational research and complex multi-method evaluations and the impact of information and communication technologies in health. This research aims to develop and design, test in the field, and then refine, simulate and apply a framework, model and tools which can be used to evaluate communities of practice and social-professional networks for their effectiveness and sustainability. The intent is to investigate how groups of professionals such as doctors, nurses and allied health staff collaborate effectively, and how much better they could do so.

A stimulating research opportunity exists for a PhD candidate within the area of health systems research. The successful candidate for the PhD scholarship will design and execute a research question leading to the award of a PhD commensurate with the project's requirements and the needs of the research plan. Possible research topics include:

Examining complex internal and external relationships within communities of practice and/or social professional networks in the health sector and identifying factors that relate to their effectiveness and sustainability.

Identifying and testing the validity of outcome measures that can be used to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of communities of practice and/or social professional networks in the health sector, in terms of improving organisational performance.

The PhD candidate will be based at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation at the University of New South Wales. The scholarship provides an annual tax-exempt stipend of $26,669 for three years full time with the possibility of a six month extension and will be awarded on a competitive basis. The scholarship will commence in 2010.

MAIN DUTIES

Carry out high quality and innovative research which will contribute to the project's outcomes.

Report and document research methodology and findings appropriately.

Conduct rigorous field research including comprehensive literature reviews.

Prepare submissions to human research ethics committees, including applications, amendments and annual reports.

Present research findings and write manuscripts for publication in relevant journals.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Eligible for admission into a PhD program at UNSW (successful enrolment in a PhD at UNSW will be essential prior to commencing research). For more details please visit the following websites:

a. UNSW requirements
http://www.grs.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents/admission.html
b. Entry Requirements provided by the Faculty of Medicine, Higher Degree Committee
http://www.med.unsw.edu.au/medweb.nsf/page/Entry+Requirements

Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated capacity to meet tight deadlines and manage time effectively.

Demonstrable excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to work as a team player as part of a project team.

Advanced computer skills in spreadsheets, research database applications, email protocols and internet interfaces.

Ability to understand and comply with the statutory privacy and ethical requirements for research.

Knowledge of OHS responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant OHS training.

Knowledge of equal opportunity principles.

APPLICATIONS

Applications must include the following:

Curriculum vitae with your qualifications, research experience and publications
A certified copy of academic transcripts
A summary of your research interests
Proof of citizenship or permanent residency
The names and contact details of at least two referees

Inquiries and applications should be e-mailed to Professor Jeffrey Braithwaite at j.braithwaite@unsw.edu.au
or
posted to:
Professor Jeffrey Braithwaite
Australian Institute of Health Innovation
Faculty of Medicine
Level 1 AGSM building
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW, 2052
Australia

Closing date for applications is 15th March 2010.

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Two PhD Scholarships in Forest Modelling

PhDSeek.com — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:20:09 +1100

Macquarie University, Department of Biological Science

Two full-time PhD scholarships are available in the Forests and Climate Change Group, Department of Biological Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia.

(1) Elevated CO2 Impacts on Vegetation: from Experiments to Models (ref 2010092)

This project aims to bridge the gap between experiments and models of the impacts of rising atmospheric CO2 concentration on vegetation. Working with data from leading experiments on CO2 enrichment worldwide, the student will learn and apply cutting-edge data synthesis techniques to help develop a new generation of evidence-based ecosystem models that incorporate the best experimental understanding of CO2 effects on vegetation.

(2) Forest Ecosystem Water Use: Does Species Diversity Matter? (ref LP0992238)

This project will investigate how biodiversity of forest ecosystems affects their water use and susceptibility to drought. Using data from experimental forest regeneration plantings in western Sydney, this PhD student will develop mathematical models linking plant species traits to forest stand water use and productivity.

These projects would suit either a graduate in biology or ecology with strong quantitative skills, or a graduate in mathematics, statistics, computing, or physics with an interest in plant ecology. Applicants should have a strong academic record with Honours (First Class) or equivalent.

Further information on these scholarships is available at http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/scholarships

Prospective applicants should contact the PI, Dr Belinda Medlyn, with details of relevant experience, a CV and an academic transcript. Email: bmedlyn(at)bio.mq.edu.au, telephone: +61 (0)2 9850 8897.

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AUSTRALIAN POSTGRADUATE AWARD IN BIOGEOGRAPHY AVAILABLE AT UNSW

PhDSeek.com — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:10:43 +1100

University of New South Wales, School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences

An Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) is available for a PhD in the Biogeography Lab of Dr Malte Ebach at the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of New South Wales. The Biogeography Lab investigates the biotic evolution of Australasia and the geographical and geological processes responsible for biotic diversification over time. We seek a highly motivated student with a good honours or Masters degree in biology/ evolutionary biology or geology/palaeontology to choose from two projects:

1. Evolution and biogeography of water-bugs of Eastern Australasia

This project, in collaboration with Professor Gerry Cassis (UNSW), examines the morphological and molecular systematic relationships of selected endemic taxa of water-bugs (Gerromorpha and Nepomorpha) in Australasia and the relationships between the biotic areas they inhabit. The broader project investigates the biotic evolution of Australasia and the geographical and geological processes responsible for biotic diversification.

Requirements: Interest in evolutionary biology, taxonomy, biogeography, field work and natural history. Experience in either systematics, biogeography and molecular techniques would be an advantage.

2. Palaeozoic biogeography and trilobite evolution

This project, in collaboration with Dr John Paterson (UNE), investigates the systematic biology of Carboniferous trilobites (Proetida) and their evolutionary relationships in order to infer paleogeographic and tectonic reconstructions. The broader project investigates the biotic evolution of Australasia and the geographical and geological processes responsible for biotic diversification.

Requirements: Interest in palaeobiology, palaeobiogeography, field work and natural history. Experience in either sedimentology, biostratigraphy and taxonomy would be desirable.

Please note that applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia.

Please direct all enquiries and applications to Dr Malte Ebach.

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Sleep Disordered Breathing in Pregnancy

PhDSeek.com — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:51:51 +1100

University of Western Sydney, School of Medicine

Attractive tax-free stipend of $32,500 per annum
Excellent facilities on the Campbelltown campus
Funded place in the degree

Sleep Disordered Breathing in Pregnancy

The Clinical Sciences Research Group (CSRG) is seeking an excellent candidate to undertake a funded doctoral project commencing in 2010.

About the project

The aim of the study is to investigate sleep disordered breathing in pregnancy including maternal and fetal outcomes. The successful candidate will undertake the project at the extensive School of Medicine facilities on the Campbelltown campus.

Criteria

The successful applicant should:

hold a Bachelor Honours degree Class I or II, or equivalent qualifications and/or experience (eg Masters degree with research component) in a relevant discipline including midwifery or sleep medicine.
be interested in issues relating to the health and well-being of mothers and babies.
have an understanding of the research process including relevant methods of data collection.
demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
have had recent experience in clinical trial implementation.

What does the scholarship provide?

Tax-free, index-linked stipend of $32,500 per annum for up to 3 years
Research Training Scheme funded place in the degree

Need more information?

Contact Professor Annemarie Hennessy to discuss the project in more detail: an.hennessy@uws.edu.au; +61 2 9853 4673
Contact the Research Scholarships Development Officer to discuss scholarships and enrolments at UWS: Ms Tracy Mills, t.mills@uws.edu.au; +61 2 4736 0966

How to apply

Applicants are encouraged to contact Professor Hennessy to discuss the project prior to applying
Applicants should submit the application form and a CV by the closing date

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 28 FEBRUARY 2010

The application for can be downloaded from the web:

www.uws.edu.au/research/scholarships

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Centre for the Study of Contemporary Muslim Societies Doctoral Scholarships

PhDSeek.com — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:42:46 +1100

University of Western Sydney, Centre for the Study of Contemporary Muslim Societies

Very attractive stipend of $37,500 per annum tax-free
Funded place in the degree
An exciting opportunity to pursue your research interests

The Centre for the Study of Contemporary Muslim Societies (SCMS) has been established at UWS under the umbrella of the National Centre of Excellent for Islamic Studies.

The research focus of the Centre will include:

how Muslim culture and communities evolve over time
how to encourage greater intercultural harmony within Australia
the future of multicultural Australia and the place of Muslim Australians within it
conducting comparative studies on international Muslim communities in cosmopolitan cultures

The Centre is currently seeking two excellent doctoral candidates to undertake research projects in one of the following areas:

religion and multiculturalism
Muslim communities and youth cultures
consumerism and religion
public religions and secularization

Criteria

background in the social sciences or humanities
Bachelor Honours degree (Class I or II), or equivalent qualifications and/or experience (eg coursework masters degree with a significant research component)
preference will be given to applicants with an interest in the sociology and/or anthropology of religion with special reference to Islam
domestic and international applicants are encouraged to apply

What does the scholarship provide?

tax-free stipend of $37,500 per annum
the successful applicant will be awarded a funded place in the degree
relocation allowance if applicable

Need more information?

Contact Assoc Professor Adam Possamai to discuss your proposed project: a.possamai@uws.edu.au; +61 2 9772 6623
Contact the Research Scholarships Development Officer to discuss enrolments and scholarships at UWS: Ms Tracy Mills; t.mills@uws.edu.au; +61 2 4736 0966

Find out more about The Centre For the Study of Contemporary Muslim Societies on the web: http://www.uws.edu.au/cscms

How to apply

Applicants should submit the application form, research proposal and CV by the closing date

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 28 FEBRUARY 2010

The application for can be downloaded from the web:

www.uws.edu.au/research/scholarships

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Innovative Analytic Techniques to Address Health Priorities

PhDSeek.com — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:36:39 +1100

University of Western Sydney, Health Services and Outcomes Research Group

Excellent opportunity to pursue your research interests
Attractive stipend available
Funded place in the degree

Innovative Analytic Techniques to Address Health Priorities

The Health Services and Outcomes Research Group invites applications from highly motivated graduates to undertake a doctoral project in 2010.

The Group conducts world class population-based research on health services and the factors that determine their use, costs and outcomes. It has a specific focus on using large, linked data sets and cohort studies, and on applying innovative analytic techniques (including multi-level modelling and data mining). The Group addresses health priorities including chronic disease, obesity, mental health, Aboriginal health, early life and ageing. It works in close collaboration with policymakers and with national and international research leaders in the fields of health record linkage, cohort studies and biostatistics.

The Group is primarily located in the School of Medicine but has members in the School of Computing and Mathematics. The successful applicant will be based at the UWS Campbelltown campus (5 minutes walk from Macarthur Station), where a purpose built state-of-the art medical education and research facility is available.

Scholarships are available for two projects:

The first scholarship will be awarded to a candidate whose proposed project best aligns with the research interests of the Group (as broadly outlined above).
The second scholarship will be awarded to a candidate whose proposed project has a specific emphasis on using linked data for research to evaluate and improve health services for mothers, babies and children and will be part of an NHMRC project.

Criteria

the scholarships are open to graduates from a variety of backgrounds including medicine, nursing and allied health fields, public health psychology, science, mathematics, statistics and computer science
Bachelor Honours degree (Class I or II), or equivalent qualifications and/or experience (eg coursework masters degree with a significant research component)

What does each scholarship provide?

tax-free stipend of $32,500 per annum
domestic applicants will be awarded a funded place in the degree. International applicants will be charged tuition fees
support is available for conference attendance and fieldwork costs (both in Australia and overseas)

Need more information?

Applicants are encouraged to contact an academic advisor prior to applying:

Louisa Jorm, Professor of Population Health, l.jorm@uws.edu.au, +61 2 9852 4665
Phillipa Hay, Professor of Mental Health, p.hay@uws.edu.au, +61 2 9852 4666
Anthony Maeder, Professor of Health Informatics, a.maeder@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4620 3462

Contact the Research Scholarships Development Officer to discuss enrolments and scholarships at UWS: Ms Tracy Mills; t.mills@uws.edu.au; +61 2 4736 0966

How to apply

Applicants should submit the application form, a short research proposal (500 words) and CV by the closing date.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 28 FEBRUARY 2010

Need more information?

The application for can be downloaded from the web:

www.uws.edu.au/research/scholarships

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Human Response to Wind-Excited Building Vibration

PhDSeek.com — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:28:04 +1100

University of Western Sydney, School of Engineering

Excellent opportunity for international collaboration
Attractive stipend available
Funded place in the degree

Human Response to Wind-Excited Building Vibration

The School of Engineering is seeking two excellent candidates to commence Australian Research Council funded doctoral projects in 2010.

Tall buildings are prone to wind-induced vibration, causing discomfort to occupants and degradation of work performance. This research is multi-disciplinary, bringing together inputs from engineering, physiology and psychology, and aiming to identify the factors affecting motion sickness and understand the significance of compensatory behaviour on human comfort and work performance in wind-excited tall buildings. The research will be based on experimental manipulation of the effects of low-frequency planar vibration on people in a motion simulator, general population surveys on prior experience of and reaction to building motion, and a field survey of occupants in wind-excited buildings. The successful candidates may have the opportunity to participate in research components of the project in Hong Kong and New Zealand.

Academic Criteria

Applicants should:

Hold a Bachelor Honours degree (First Class or Second Class Honours Upper Division) in engineering, psychology, human physiology or a related discipline, or equivalent qualifications and/or work/research experience.
Be highly motivated to undertake multi-disciplinary research.
Possess excellent communication skills.
International applicants must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency. Please refer to the following webpage regarding English language requirements: http://www.uws.edu.au/international/admissions/english_language_requirement

What do the scholarships provide?

Each scholarship will provide an index-linked, tax-free stipend of $26,669 per annum for up to 3 years. A higher valued stipend of up to $31,669 per annum may be awarded to exceptionally qualified applicants.
Successful applicants will be awarded a funded place in the degree.

Need more information?

Contact an academic advisor to discuss the project in more detail:

Professor Kenny Kwok: k.kwok@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4736 0444
Professor Vaughan Macefield: v.macefield@uws.edu.au, +61 2 9852 4654

Contact the Research Scholarships Development Officer for information about enrolment and scholarships at UWS: Ms Tracy Mills: t.mills@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4736 0966

How to apply

Applicants should submit the application form, together with a covering letter and CV, including the contact information of 3 referees.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 28 FEBRUARY 2010

Need more information?

The application for can be downloaded from the web:

www.uws.edu.au/research/scholarships

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Social Policy Research Centre Scholarship Top-up

PhDSeek.com — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:45:59 +1100

University of New South Wales, Social Policy Research Centre

From 2010, SPRC will award top-up scholarships to eligible students enrolled in the SPRC PhD program. The scholarships, valued at $5,000 - $10,000, will be awarded on a competititve basis to students holding an Australian Postgraduate Award, Australian Postgraduate Award (Industry) or International Postgraduate Award.

This scholarship is offered bi-annually to an unspecified number of people.

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Multimodal biomedical imaging probes: development of advanced polymer nanocomposite devices for oncology

PhDSeek.com — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:19:20 +1100

University of Queensland, Centre for Magnetic Resonance / Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology

PhD scholarships for working on an ARC Discovery project:
Multimodal biomedical imaging probes: development of advanced polymer nanocomposite devices for oncology

Chief Investigators:
Dr Idriss Blakey, The University of Queensland (UQ)
Dr Kristofer Thurecht, The University of Queensland
A/Prof. Peter Fredericks, Queensland University of Technology
Prof. Cameron Alexander, University of Nottingham

Project summary: Despite the significant progress made in cancer research around the world, millions of people die yearly from this disease. Early detection and treatment gives patients the best chance of long term survival, however current imaging techniques often lack the sensitivity required for early detection. To address this shortcoming, this project aims to develop an integrated multimodal biomedical imaging / therapy platform for the early detection and treatment of cancer. We will develop a fundamental understanding of how polymer architecture and functionality affect performance. This will lead to the next generation of biomedical imaging agents with greater sensitivity and added functional modalities, such as triggered drug delivery.

PhD scholarships: Tax free stipends of $24 000 p.a. for 3 years are available. Successful applicants will also be encouraged to apply for a UQ postgraduate research scholarship, which if successful will be topped up to $32 500 p.a. for 3 years.

A number of PhD projects are available to work towards the next generation multimodal imaging probes: Topics that are available are polymer based MRI contrast agents, thermoresponsive polymers and conjugation of polymers with bioactive molecules. The projects will involve polymer synthesis as well as advanced characterisation using a range of techniques. This project is a collaboration between The University of Qld (Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, Centre for Magnetic Resonance), Qld University of Technology (School of Physical and Chemical Sciences) and University of Nottingham (School of Pharmacy). There will be opportunities for travel to the UK to work in the labs of Prof. Alexander at the U. Nottingham's School of Pharmacy.

Highly motivated applicants background in polymer chemistry, nanotechnology, chemistry, materials science and biotechnology should apply in writing, including CV to:

Dr Idriss Blakey
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
The University of Queensland, 4072, Qld Australia
Email: i.blakey@uq.edu.au
Phone (+61) (07) 3346 3869
Fax (+61) (07) 3365 3833

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Human Rights in the Asia-Pacific Region

PhDSeek.com — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:27:07 +1100

University of Wollongong, CAPSTRANS

Two scholarships are available for PhD research to commence in Semester 1, 2010. The scholarships are associated with Professor Vera Mackie's ARC Future Fellowship Project on Human Rights in the Asia-Pacific Region. Applicants should have a first-class honours degree with a specialisation in Asia-Pacific studies. Language skills from the region to be studied would be an advantage. Possible topics include a study of human rights in a specific country in the region, or a thematic study such as sexuality and human rights or indigeneity and human rights.

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to 2 people. Open for applications until March 12, 2010.

Payment

The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent. There are no restrictions on citizenship.

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Iron chemistry in seawater

PhDSeek.com — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:16:37 +1100

University of Technology Sydney, Plant Functional Biology and Climate Change Cluster

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified graduate to undertake a PhD scholarship to investigate the role of saccharides in transformations of iron chemistry in seawater.

Based at The University of Technology, Sydney within the Plant Functional Biology and Climate Change Cluster (C3) the project will be undertaken as part of a larger multidisciplinary project entitled "Novel technologies to resolve the role of organic matter on iron chemistry and bioavailability in the South Pacific Ocean" recently funded by the Australian Research Council under the Discovery Project scheme.
This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to work within a cross-disciplinary scientific collaboration at national and international levels studying iron biogeochemistry.
The PhD candidate will investigate the role of organic matter, especially biologically produced organics on the chemical speciation and redox cycling of iron in marine systems.
This PhD research will be done in parallel with a project on the measurement of iron bioavailability and the optimisation of a cyanobacterial bioreporter (C. Hassler), thus providing a unique opportunity to understand the complex interplay between iron chemistry and biology.
Participation in one or more oceanographic voyages in the Southern Ocean or the Tasman Sea is anticipated.

Eligibility

Applicant should have a strong back ground in environmental/aquatic chemistry.
Applicants must have a relevant first class-Honours degree and be eligible as a candidate for UTS Doctor of Philosophy.
International applicants are also welcome

Stipend

Australian Research Council PhD Stipend: $26,669 AUD pa (indexed annually) is tenable for a period of 3 years. Full time research scholarships are tax exempt.

C3 funds an additional $5,000 travel grant, UTS Science provides a fully maintained laptop

Start Date: 1st July 2010
Applications close: 1st March 2010

To apply

Please send a letter of interest outlining your relevant skills and experience, contact information for three referees and your CV to Christel.Hassler@uts.edu.au

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AMDF PhD Scholarships

PhDSeek.com — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:07:53 +1100

Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, AMDF

The Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation (AMDF) aims to promote research and education for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial disorders, and to provide support to affected individuals and families.

AMDF Scholarships are charitable grants offered to an Australian research institution or university to fund a PhD scholarship for research on Mitochondrial disorders. Students must be commencing their PhD in 2010 and be enrolled full-time. Students must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have Permanent Resident Status and not be under bond to any foreign government. Evidence of the student’s resident status will be required.

Stipends are $27,000 per annum for science graduates and $32,000 per annum for medical graduates. An additional allowance of up to $3,000 per annum is available for travel and attendance at a relevant scientific or medical conference. Scholarships will be awarded for 1 year in the first instance but can be extended up to a maximum period of 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance reviews and availability of funding. The annual review would normally correspond to the usual University process for confirmation and annual review of PhD students, with the scholar’s annual report to also be submitted to the AMDF Board. Scholars should be available to meet periodically with the AMDF Board and to participate in fund-raising and educational events as requested by the AMDF Board.

See http://www.amdf.org.au/scholarships2010.htm for more information.

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National Wine and Grape Industry Centre Scholarships

PhDSeek.com — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:56:55 +1100

Charles Sturt University, National Wine and Grape Industry Centre

The National Wine and Grape Industry Centre is calling for applicants for the 2010 Full-time Postgraduate Research Scholarship.

This scholarship provides financial support for a postgraduate student of exceptional research promise, undertaking a Doctoral program at Charles Sturt University commencing in 2010.

Applications are invited from eligible students intending to undertake research which is closely linked to the Centre's objectives and research initiatives/priority areas.

One of the scholarships will be offered in the field of Plant Physiology. Over the past five years there have been significant advances in the understanding of water relations in grapevines through the characterisation of varieties in terms of their capability to withstand water stress. This information provides opportunities for developing variety-specific irrigation strategies and optimising water savings. Efforts to predict the effects of climate change on viticulture, including scarce water resources through reduced water allocations, are however limited by the uncertainty of the mechanisms that control drought tolerance. The hydraulic properties and storage capacitance of tissues play a role, as does stomatal sensitivity to soil moisture and evaporative demand. This research is aimed at understanding factors controlling efficient water flow through grapevines, with the view to provide sustainable options for growers. The research will provide the student with an opportunity to develop expertise in a significant aspect of plant physiology. The research has strong industry support and will be carried out at the National Wine and Grape Industry Centre, the largest viticultural research agency within Australia.

For further information and to download an application form, please visit http://www.csu.edu.au/research/nwgic/2010_scholarship.htm

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Skeletome - A Curated Online Knowledge Base Integrating Clinical and Biological Information

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University of Queensland, School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering

Scholarship Information

One PhD scholarship is available in the eResearch Lab, School of ITEE, the University of Queensland. The successful candidate will work in the ARC-funded Skeletome project and undertake cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research in Bioinformatics, Semantic Web and social networking.

The University of Queensland will be offering one ARC-funded APAI-IT scholarship with top-up to the total value of $29,669 p.a. for three years tax exempt for full time research.

Project Summary

Skeletal dysplasias are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders affecting skeletal development. They affect up to 10,000 children and adults in Australia and 4,000,000 patients worldwide suffer from one of these debilitating disorders. Molecular genetic research on skeletal dysplasias has advanced considerably over the years. However, the lack of a comprehensive information repository about skeletal dysplasias hinders collaborative research and diagnosis in this area.

This project aims at creating an online, expert-curated, community-driven knowledge base that uses Semantic Web technologies to integrate information about skeletal dysplasias, including molecular genetic causes, clinical features, diagnosis and management information. The specific aims of this project include:

- Create an ontology-enabled Wiki for collaborative authoring and automated knowledge acquisition and management;
- Develop semantic annotation, inferencing and querying services;
- Develop semantic-based image classification, search and retrieval services;
- Develop social-networking capabilities for mapping domain expertise.

Eligibility

- Both domestic and international students are eligible.
- Applicants should have either a good second-class upper or first-class honours degree (or equivalent) or a master's degree in computer science, information technology, bioinformatics or a related discipline.

Contact

- Prof. Jane Hunter (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/~jane/)
- Dr. Yuan-Fang Li (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/~liyf/)

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Application of EPS (Expandable Polystyrene) Geofoam and Deep Cement Mixed Columns for Protection of Existing Foundations During Urban Construction

PhDSeek.com — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:41:13 +1100

University of Western Sydney, School of Engineering

The School of Engineering is seeking two highly qualified and motivated doctoral candidates to undertake an Australian Research Council funded project.

The project aims to investigate novel protective measures for damage mitigation during construction activities in urban environments. The project has two strands. The first strand will look at the use of intercepting walls with composite deep cement mixed (DCM) column and EPS geofoam configurations to reduce ground movements due to nearby construction activities. The second strand will look at the use of EPS geofoam as a fill material in protective trenches to dampen the vibrations generated by construction activities. Robust analysis methods will be developed to compute the influence of construction side effects on existing foundations and the degree of protection provided by the protective measures. The project involves extensive numerical analysis and computer programming.

What does the scholarship provide?

Competitive tax-free, index-linked stipend of $26,669 per annum
Funded place in the degree (no tuition fees will be charged)

Criteria

Excellent Bachelor Honours degree or equivalent qualifications and experience
Demonstrated excellence in Geotechnical Engineering subjects
Good communication and presentation skills
Highly motivated and eager to succeed
High level of proficiency in English
Knowledge of finite element software (eg PLAXIS, ABAQUS) for solving geotechnical engineering problems
Computer programming skills in C and MATLAB
Domestic and international applicants are encouraged to apply

Need more information?

Contact an academic advisor to discuss the project:

Dr Samanthika Liyanapathirana
s.liyanapathirana@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4736 0653

Prof Chin Leo
c.leo@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4736 0058

Contact the Research Scholarships Development Officer to discuss scholarships and enrolment at UWS:

Ms Tracy Mills, t.mills@uws.edu.au, +61 2 4736 0966

How to apply

Applicant should submit the application form and a CV by the closing date 10 February 2010
The application form is available on the web: www.uws.edu.au/research/scholarships

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 10 FEBRUARY 2010

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Postgraduate Scholarship in Public Health

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James Cook University, Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine

The Community-based Prevention Studies Group is made up of public health researchers at the Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine* (Cairns campus). Research programs are being conducted which aim to reduce substance misuse and related health problems, in particular co-morbid mental health issues, in remote Indigenous communities in northern Australia. A postgraduate scholarship is offered for a suitable candidate for commencement of studies in 2010. The student’s research project must be collaborative with supervisors from the Community-based Prevention Studies Group (Anton Breinl Centre).

Applicants must have completed (or be nearing completion of) appropriate courses which qualify them for entry into a higher degree by research. The following specific skills and attributes would be an advantage:

Demonstrated experience working in a cross-cultural environment
An interest in population approaches to health improvement
An ability to work independently and as a member of a highly-motivated team.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people are encouraged to apply.

The applicant must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen. Relocation costs may be reimbursed subject to certain limits. The value of the scholarship is $24,000 per annum (tax-exempt) for up to three years.

Interested applicants should submit a Research Scholarship and Candidature Application form which can be found at: http://www.jcu.edu.au/grs/idc/groups/public/documents/form_download/jcudev_014939.pdf

Please include a CV (including a description of any previous relevant experience), project proposal(two page outline of the project) and a publication list, if any. Completed certified academic transcripts and official certification of degrees and diplomas awarded must be attached with the application, unless qualifications are from James Cook University. Two academic referees should be asked to submit comment on the applicant’s suitability to undertake the studies. Their reports should be sent directly to the Graduate Research School.

The referee report from can be found at: http://www.jcu.edu.au/grs/idc/groups/public/documents/form_download/jcudev_014947.pdf

Applications should be submitted to:

Graduate Research School
Sir George Fisher Research Building
James Cook Univeristy
Townsville Qld 4811
Contact details are as follows:
Email: Barbara.Pannach@jcu.edu.au
Fax: 07 4781 6204

CLOSING DATE: 15 January 2010

For further information regarding the scholarship please contact:

Jan Robertson
Research Development & Project Manager
School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine & Rehabilitation Sciences
James Cook University
P O Box 6811
Cairns QLD 4870
Ph: 07 4042 1635
Fax: 07 4042 1675

* The Anton Breinl Centre for Public Health and Tropical Medicine seeks to undertake high quality and relevant teaching, research and training in population health, with a special focus on Northern Australia, Indigenous Australia and Australia’s near neighbours. http://www.jcu.edu.au/phtmrs/abc/index.htm

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