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TIFR JGEEBILS 2019 Exam Admissions NOTIFICATION The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India’s premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. as well as M.Sc. degree in certain subjects.
WITH ITS DISTINGUISHED FACULTY, WORLD CLASS FACILITIES AND STIMULATING RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT, IT IS AN IDEAL PLACE FOR ASPIRING SCIENTISTS TO INITIATE THEIR CAREER. By Diluxi Arya
The notification for TIFR JGEEBILS 2019 Exam Graduate School Admissions GS-2019 has been announced. The online application link for JGEEBILS 2019 will be activated in due time. Candidates wanting to pusrsue their higher studies in field of Biology can check out all of the details on the JGEEBILS 2019 eligibility, course and application procedure given below: Research Opportunities for exceptionally talented and strongly motivated students The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India’s premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. as well as M.Sc. degree in certain subjects.
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TIFR JGEEBILS 2019 Exam Graduate School Admissions GS-2019 The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India’s premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. as well as M.Sc. degree in certain subjects. Please note: Instructions for downloading/printing of Hall tickets will be intimated by email, only after receipt of application fee/approval of fee waiver. Apply Online Before you choose the Ph.D. or Integrated Ph.D. program in the basic registration form, please go through the eligibility criteria carefully. Ensure that you have typed your email ID correctly in the basic registration form. An auto email is sent after completion of the basic registration wherein a link is provided to proceed further to fill the full application form. Before start filling up the complete application form make sure the following are ready with you:
THE NOTIFICATION FOR TIFR JGEEBILS 2019 EXAM GRADUATE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS GS2019 HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED. THE ONLINE APPLICATION LINK FOR JGEEBILS 2019 WILL BE ACTIVATED IN DUE TIME. By Diluxi Arya
Candidates wanting to pusrsue their higher studies in field of Biology can check out all of the details on the JGEEBILS 2019 eligibility, course and application procedure given below:
Nationwide Entrance TIFR JGEEBILS 2019 Exam:
Sunday, December 9, 2018
Last date for application:
November 12, 2018
Online payment link will be active until
November 13, 2018
DDs sent by post/courier will be accepted till
November 13, 2018
Hall Ticket download link will be active from :
November 22, 2018
GATE Scored based applications to Systems
Opens: February 5, 2019. Closes: Two weeks after
Science (including Communications and Applied Probability):
GATE 2019 results declared.
Results of the Nationwide Entrance Examination (shortlist for interviews) :
January 10, 2019
Research Opportunities for exceptionally talented and strongly motivated students The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India’s premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D., Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. as well as M.Sc. degree in certain subjects. With its distinguished faculty, world class facilities and stimulating research environment, it is an ideal place for aspiring scientists to initiate their career. The Graduate Programme at TIFR is classified into the following Subjects – Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer & Systems Sciences (including Communications and Applied Probability) and Science Education. It is conducted at the Mumbai campus and various National Centres of TIFR. Eligibility: Candidates in the final year of qualifying degree can also apply. Biology: Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on written test marks, CV and Scientific Write-up. For Ph.D.: Masters in Basic Science (M.Sc. Physics/Chemistry/Any branch of Biology) or any professional Master’s Degree (M.Pharma./M.Tech.), or a > 4 year degree program (e.g. MBBS, BDS). For I-Ph.D./M.Sc.: Bachelors in any Basic Science (Physics/Chemistry/Any branch of Biology) OR any 4-year degree program that awards a “Bachelor’s degree” including B.Tech., B.E., B.V.Sc., B.Pharma. (4 year course). Candidates not holding a Master’s degree and admitted to a Ph.D./Int. Ph.D. program can receive an M.Sc. degree in some subjects by fulfilling prescribed requirements (see http://www.tifr.res.in/~gsoffice for details). Application Procedure:
FEE Details For JGEEBILS 2019 Male Candidates
Rs 900/-
Female Candidates
Rs 300/-
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
Students can apply online. Read the instructions carefully before you start filling up the online application form. DO NOT MAKE MULTIPLE REGISTRATIONS FOR THE SAME SUBJECT. Students may take the online test in multiple subjects if the timings do not clash. Please submit a separate application (including online payment / Demand Draft) for each subject.
Students who wish to apply online and make payment by Demand Draft may send the Demand Draft with their name, reference code and telephone number written behind it to: University Cell, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Homi Bhabha Road, Colaba, Mumbai 400005. Please superscribe GS-2019‐(Subject) on the envelope.Alternately, students can make online payment through internet banking or by Debit/Credit Card. For Science Education: Please see the HBCSE website for updated notification of their admission procedure in 2019. Application Fee & Payment Application Fee (Non-Refundable): Male Candidates: Rs 900/Female Candidates: Rs 300/-
1. A scanned image/electronic copy of your Passport size photograph (preferably a jpg file below 100kb in size). Applications with personal photos (selfies) or edited photos uploaded will be rejected. 2. Demand Draft details (DD number, Bank, etc.) or Credit / Debit Card details for online payment of application fee. Important Instructions: Your login username for our website would be the reference code that will be generated by the system on successful registration. Please save the email sent by the system after successful registration of your application. If certain fields show error while registering, please try to modify the data and avoid using special characters such as . , ` ‘ ( ) / – etc. If you intend to apply for multiple subjects, you will have to provide different email id for each application. Check all the details before clicking the submit button.
DD should be drawn on State Bank of India in favour of “Tata Institute of Fundamental Research” payable at Mumbai and mailed to : University Cell Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Homi Bhabha Road, Colaba Mumbai 400005. Please superscribe GS-2019 (Subject) on the envelope and write your name, reference code and mobile number behind the DD and send it by courier/speed post.
You may take a print of your application after successful registration or save the same as a pdf file. Applicants wishing to pay by DD may send the DD by writing their reference code, name and telephone number behind it. There is no need to send the print of the application form. Applicants paying the application fee online will be directed to the payment gateway. Follow the instructions carefully and complete the payment transaction. If the transaction is not completed due to technical reasons, you may login to your account and check the application/payment status. After successful completion of the transaction, please login to your account and check the payment status. If the payment is not complete, you may attempt paying online again. Please note that a maximum of five attempts are allowed for online payment. Normally, online payments are received within 2 working days and a auto email is sent by the system acknowledging the payment. If your transaction has been successful and your account has been debited and you do not receive the acknowledgement email within 7 days, neither your payment status is updated in your account, you may write to gsch@tifr.res. in. If you are unsuccessful with the online payment and have exhausted with all the five attempts for payment, you may send us a Demand Draft by first filling up the DD details in the application form and then sending the DD by post/courier. Please write your reference code, name and telephone number behind the DD. Print of application is not required to be sent along with the DD.
Online payment link will be active upto November 13, 2018. DDs sent by post/courier will also be accepted upto November 13, 2018.
Hall tickets will be issued or will be allowed to be generated from the student login account from November 22, 2018 onwards. This would be subject to receipt of application fee.
Application fee can be paid online through internet banking/Debit/Credit Card or by sending Demand Draft. Online Payment: After the online payment transaction is successful, please login to your account on our website by using your reference code as your user id and check the paymentstatusof your application. Normally, online payments are received within 2 working days and a auto email is sent by the system acknowledging the payment. If your transaction has been successful and your account has been debited and you do not receive the acknowledgment email within 7 days, neither your payment status is updated in your account, you may write to gsch@tifr.res.in Demand Draft:
EXCLUSIVE WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP
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DST Women Scientists Scheme-B (WOS-B) 2018-2019 Department of Science & Technology (DST) has taken several pioneering initiatives for promoting women in Science and Technology (S&T) domain. Women Scientist Scheme (WOS) under KIRAN branch specifically addresses challenges facing women in the realm of S&T who had a break in a career by offering suitable opportunities to return to mainstream science.
DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY WOMEN SCIENTIST SCHEME-B (WOS-B) 2018-19 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE FROM 06-10-2018 TO 05-11-2018. By Diluxi Arya
Indian Nationals are eligible to apply online and submit your applications at the online portal linked below. DST Women Scientist Scheme-B (WOS-B) 2018-19 notification is given below: Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing (KIRAN) Division Women Scientist Scheme-B (WOS-B) (S&T Intervention for Societal Benefit) Call for Research Proposals (2018-19) Department of Science & Technology (DST) has taken several pioneering initiatives for promoting women in Science and Technology (S&T) domain. Women Scientist Scheme (WOS) under KIRAN branch specifically addresses challenges facing women in the realm of S&T who had a break in a career by offering suitable opportunities to return to mainstream science. Under Women Scientist Scheme-B (WOS-B), proposals are encouraged from women scientists and technologists who want to use their scientific knowledge and temperament for the advantage of society. WOS-B focuses on projects resulting in S&T based alternatives of societal challenges & issues for societal advantages. Such projects should
deliver potential solutions by means of development of viable technology/technique and/ or lab-to-land technology transfer, its adaptation and scaling up. The project is tenable for a maximum period of three (3) years. Basic research proposals won’t be entertained under WOS-B. Thematic Areas in which proposals could be submitted (indicative only): • Agriculture and Allied Sciences (AAS) • Health, Food and Nutrition (HFN) • Engineering and Technology Development (ETD) Qualification: Women having qualifications in science and technology areas and in the age group of 27-57 years with a break in their career but interested in addressing
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a well-defined/identified social challenge through viable S&T interventions are eligible to apply. Women working as regular/permanent employees aren’t eligible to apply in this scheme. Emoluments: The fellowship amount under the scheme is: • Rs 55,000/- a month (pm) for PhD or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding Rs.30 lakh), • Rs 40,000/- pm for M.Phil. /M.Tech or equal (total project cost not exceeding Rs.25 lakh), • Rs 30,000/- pm for M.Sc. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding Rs.20 lakh). Total project cost includes above fellowship of Principal Investigator (PI), consumables, travel, contingencies and minor equipment
but excluding overheads. How to Apply: DST has begun e-PMS (onlinedst.gov.in) for online submission of research proposals. Those considering submitting a proposal need to register at this portal site and upload the proposal in the given format. WOS-B Proposal Format can be obtained on e-PMS under KIRAN Division and in DST website. Send two hard copies of the submitted research proposal to Mrs. Namita Gupta, Scientist-‘F’, KIRAN Division, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016. Superscribe envelop with ‘Women Scientist Scheme-B (WOS-B)’. Last Date of Proposal Submission: 5 November 2018.
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10 Best PhD Supervisor Selection Method Explained The most important step in your PhD journey is choosing the best supervisor that will guide you as you walk the path toward a PhD degree. Your intelligence and skills won’t help so much if the supervisor you’ve chosen won’t do as good a job as you. That is why we are here to help. spiring you and encouraging you to always do your best, especially in times when you need it the most. 9. A great supervisor sets regular meetings and boosts your self-esteem as well. He or she encourages you to work consistently. 10. A superb supervisor lets you explore on your own, giving advice whenever you need it. Young and inexperienced vs old and experienced PhD Supervisor
WE HAVE PROVIDED ANSWERS TO MOST QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE WITH REGARD TO GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR PHD SUPERVISOR. THESE WILL HELP YOU BECOME SUCCESSFUL IN YOUR PHD JOURNEY AND HOPEFULLY GUIDE YOU AS YOU NURTURE A STRONG WORKING GIVE AND TAKE RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR SUPERVISOR By Preety Suman
When to first communicate with your supervisor Communication is the most crucial and vital ingredient in any successful endeavor, whether it’s a group work, a long-term project, or others. Thus, in other words, building a strong communication foundation with your supervisor is very important. If you wish to be successful with your Ph.D. journey, then you and your supervisor should be able to communicate well and must also be able to provide feedback and constructive criticisms. Setting the grounds as to what you can and cannot freely express can help build a good relationship. This is also beneficial if you are looking to creating a successful team. To make this happen, it is recommended that you list down all the researchers in your community and filter the ones that you think will make a great supervisor. Do this even if you haven’t applied for a PhD yet. Doing this will ensure that the upper hand in terms of choosing which one suits you best. The goal is for you and your supervisor to be comfortable talking to each other and be eventually learning how to overcome hard times on your working relationship without having to let go of each other.
What it means to be a great fit with your Ph.D. supervisor A great-fit supervisor is one whose working style and personality complement your character as well as your working habits. There would come a time when you’ll hear of other students complimenting particular supervisors, and in your mind, you only wish that your supervisor was the same person or that you’ll find a person that has the same quality with theirs. But that isn’t the case all the time. What works for others might not work for you. In short, their supervisory needs and preferences might not always be the same as yours. You have to exert your personal effort to find a supervisor that suits you well. Rely on your gut feeling and pick the one that you are most comfortable with. It’s like choosing your own music to listen, the clothes to wear on a daily basis, or the people you want to trust and invest time in. Choosing the perfect supervisor for you means you have to trust your gut feeling. It is a personal choice, and it shouldn’t be influenced by any other person, no matter how close you might be o each other. The types of PhD supervisors who exist There are different kinds of PhD supervisors who exist. For others, the only way to choose a supervisor that is right for you is to observe and determine what kind of supervisor he or she is. In short, it’s like choosing a partner who you want to spend the rest of your life with. You need to invest so you’ll land with the right one. Ten characteristics of a great Ph.D. supervisor While it’s true that every student has different personality types and preferences, there are characteristics that fit the kind of supervisor everyone is looking for. These ten traits are considered as the “foundation” of a great supervi-
sor. We have enumerated them below, in no particular order. Check it out and take these into account when hunting for your supervisor: 1. An awesome supervisor should always be approachable. He or she should look at you as a research partner and not just a student who needs to be taught. 2. He or she should also have a good amount of connections within the academia. This would make it easier for you to land an academic position that is within your expertise after you’re done with your studies. 3. A great supervisor also has the capability to challenge you constantly and to question your opinion, helping you learn techniques and tricks especially when it comes to defending your ideas. In other words, he or she will help you grow intellectually. 4. A superb supervisor will give you credit for your work. He or she will not grab all the praises for the work you have done. A partnership is a partnership; thus, both of you should get the credit. He or she should not be greedy for it. 5. He or she has the ability to get the funding you need and also has the powers to hire you as part of his or her team, specifically as a research assistant, when the need arises. 6. A good supervisor is more than able to provide you with clear directions in your work and sets realistic expectations based on your capabilities. 7. A supervisor that is ideal gives you the freedom to show your own personality and let you move according to your preferences. He or she does not treat you like a robot. 8. He or she should be capable of in-
Should you choose someone who is young or go for someone who has enough experience supervising students already? The most obvious difference between someone who’s old and someone who is young is that older ones tend to be more confident because of the experience they have on their shoulder. They can give you more freedom and guidance to do you work on your own. On the other hand, younger ones have fewer experience on their plate, and thus might be tighter in terms of following your progress. They have the ability to make sure that you that they are guiding you the best way they could. They also tend to be more involved in your research project because they have a personal agenda too, hunt for publications that would aid them in becoming a professor. In other words, they will treat your project that is worthy of publication. If you are torn between the two, then just remember this: It all depends on your career expectations and working style. Your PhD supervisor does not possess unconditional knowledge about your research project. As the student pursuing your master’s degree, your supervisor knows a lot more about your topic than you do. That should be a given. Therefore, they are able to provide you with the advice and guidance you need related to your research. However, it is different when you are a student that is pursuing a PhD degree. Embarking on this path means stepping into the unknown. But the good thing is that at the end of it all, you will know a whole lot more about your topic than your supervisor used to. This only means that your supervisor might not have the knowledge to provide you with the best advice. This means you need to look beyond asking him or her for information. You have to contact other researchers from the same field especially in times where you encounter certain blockages and obstacles. Your supervisor is not a “Genie in the Bottle.” He is not there to save you when everything else goes wrong. On the other hand, that’s the beauty of it all: it will make you tougher.
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Setting meetings with your Ph.D. supervisor The frequency of meetings you hold with your supervisor depends on your progress. There are some who needs to meet them as often as possible while others only need to see their supervisors in certain times. But the end game is the same: Meet them regularly or at least twice a month. The best way to do this is to talk with your supervisor and discuss the frequency of your meetings. It is something that only the both of you can agree to. What your Ph.D. supervisor can do for you Helping you produce a high-quality research should be on top of the list of the things that your supervisor can do for you. They should give you the best guidance they have to offer in terms of your research structure, including the questions to ask and the methodology to
use. They should be able to provide advice also on different issues that come up while doing your research. Most of all, they should be able to provide a helping hand in writing your thesis and also give constructive and critical feedback. On the other hand, while this is something that’s really good, you shouldn’t rely everything to be offered to you on a silver platter. Also, if you can research it on your own, then do so. Do your own research first, and if you still can’t find the answers, then ask for help. Furthermore, a great supervisor must have the ability to teach and guide you in writing journal articles and grant proposals as well as connecting you with some researchers in your field. But there’s a limit to that too. They should not in any way do the job hunting for you or do the writing for you. To make it clear, ask your supervisor for help or advice only when you need it.
What to do if things go wrong Frictions between you and your supervisor are inevitable during your postgraduate studies. But this should not be a reason for you to change supervisors. Remember the ground rules you set in pointer number one. Communication should be vital. Put into mind that disagreements are natural, and it will pop up from time to time, especially when you are in the same team. But if you have a strong communication foundation, these disagreements will be handled in a manner that will help both of you grow and learn. In other words, do not hesitate to have a conversation with your supervisor. If you’ve exerted all effort and still the disagreement is not solved or the situation gets worse, then it’s time to change your supervisor – this should only be a last resort. How many times can I change my PhD supervisor?
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No one, in any school, is setting limits in terms of you changing your supervisor. The goal here is to find the perfect fit for you, regardless of how long it takes or the number of times you have to change. Just make sure that you have already carefully examined which supervisor is the best for you. Only when it does not work should you switch teams and change your supervisor. So there it goes. Ten pointers for you to take into consideration when it comes to getting the most out of your PhD supervisor. We hope that these pointers will help you land the perfect fit for you. Just remember that when things go wrong or if you’re no longer happy with the supervisor you currently have or when you are not getting the most out of him or her, you have the option to change supervisors. Just don’t do it in a blink of an eye. Take some time to think about it and do what you can within both your powers to make it work. After all, it is your future that is at stake here, so everything should be within your ideas and preferences.
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PH.D. ADMISSIONS
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University of Portsmouth Biosciences Programme Admissions Secure your brightest future in biosciences at a highly rated UK university. Do you want a degree that helps you stand out in the global jobs market? Are you ready for an overseas adventure? Then look no further than the University of Portsmouth. • Nucleic Acid Structure and Gene Regulation • Enzyme Structure and Function • Protein Structure and Biomedical Science • Biophysical Methods BIOMATERIALS AND DRUG DELIVERY • Controlled and targeted drug delivery • Bioadhesion/mucoadhesion • Biomolecular recognition • Bioadhesion control EPIGENETICS AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY • Analysing gene function in development • Formation of the early axon scaffold • Interaction between vascularisation and axon outgrowth in the developing brain • Epigenetics and the role of histone variants
WE’RE ONE OF THE UK’S TOP 10 PLACES TO STUDY BIOSCIENCES (THE GUARDIAN, 2019). AND WE ARE THE NATION’S NUMBER 1 UNIVERSITY FOR BOOSTING GRADUATE SALARIES (THE ECONOMIST 2017) By Diluxi Arya
Discover the perfect place to learn and grow Located on England’s south coast, just 90 minutes from London, Portsmouth is home to a cosmopolitan community of more than 23,000 students. We are open, inclusive and diverse – 4,000 of our students come from around the world. At Portsmouth, you can look forward to the very highest standards of teaching. The UK government awarded us Gold status in its Teaching Excellence Framework – the best rating possible. What’s more, we can offer 10% discounts on your first year of tuition fees Choose from an excellent portfolio of programmes We offer a wide range of bioscience undergraduate programmes, as well as two MSc pathways within Biotechnology. • BSc (Hons) Biology • BSc (Hons) Biochemistry • BSc (Hons) Pharmacology • BSc (Hons) Marine Biology
• MSc (Hons) Medical Biotechnology • MSc (Hons) Biotechnology In our postgraduate programmes, you’ll learn how to apply molecular techniques to diagnostic, therapeutic and molecular medicine. You will also conduct your own research into pathology, bioinformatics or drug development. To boost your career in the Biotechnology sector, you can choose to learn business skills for this specialised area. Units in Biotechnology also include biofilm, bioprospecting and protein production. You can choose these options according to your area of specialism. Be part of internationally-leading research There are PhD research opportunities at our Institute of Biological and Bi-
omedical Sciences, which is the home of internationally-leading, cross disciplinary research in the Biological and Biomedical fields. The Institute brings together staff from the School of Biological Sciences and the School of Pharmacy and Bi-
CELL BIOLOGYAND PHARMACOLOGY • Neuroscience • Cellular and Molecular Neuro-oncology • Inflammation Research • Mammalian and Fungal ion channels • Neuropharmacology • Bladder Disease What to do now Please get in touch with our team to find out more, including information on how to apply. Contact Kathryn Land at: sci-int@port.ac.uk. Alternatively, you can chat with us on WhatsApp: +44 (0) 7850213369. Or you can write or call our office in India:
omedical Sciences. This creates opportunities for collaborative projects spanning fundamental and applied research areas. Our research areas include: MOLECULAR BIOPHYSICS
University of Portsmouth, Sannam S4 14th Floor Devika Towers 6 Nehru Place New Delhi Delhi 110019 T: +91 11 4212 4172 M: +91 95 6039 6002 E: india-office@port.ac.uk We look forward to hearing from you.
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CSIR-CCMB January 2019 PhD Program – Official Notification Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad, invites applications from applicants that are Indian citizens to pursue research in modern biology resulting in a PhD. Degree.
THE JOBS OFFERED FOR PHD WOULD BE IN THE BROAD AREAS OF CELL BIOLOGY, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, GENETICS, GENOMICS, DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY, PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY, CONSERVATION BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY, PROTEIN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION, BIOLOGY OF MACROMOLECULES, BIOLOGY OF INFECTION, EPIGENETICS, CHROMATIN BIOLOGY AND BIOINFORMATICS By Diluxi Arya
The announcement for the CSIR – Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology January 2019 PhD Program has been made. Interested and eligible candidates can check out all of the details on the eligibility, selection process, application procedure and links for applying online given below: A. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR APPLYING Candidates with a Master’s degree in any branch of science or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Pharmacy/Medicine. Candidates in the final year of the accredited degree program will also be qualified to apply. But if chosen, their choice will be CONDITIONAL for completing the qualifying degree together with all the defined marks criteria, and they can only join the PhD program with the August 2019 batch of PhD students. B. SELECTION PROCESS 1. Online applications will be screened along with the qualified candidates will be called for a computer-based written test at one of the preferred centres among the 19 test centres throughout the country on 25-112018. 2. Candidates qualifying in the written test and having a valid FELLOWSHIP for pursuing PhD will be shortlisted to appear for interview in the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad on 17-12-2018 (preliminary) and also 18-12-2018 (final).A valid fellowship is the ABSOLUTE requirement for pursuing PhD at CCMB, along with the qualified fellowships are: • Any National level fellowship (JRF/SRF of CSIR, UGC, DBT, ICMR, etc.), DST-INSPIRE or some other equal fellowship for pursuing PhD. • Candidates with a BE/B. Tech degree in Biotechnology or in any engineering discipline has to have a GATE score of 85.0 percentile. • B. Pharm degree candidates need to have a GPAT score of 85.0 percentile. 3. Candidates qualifying both preliminary and
the final interview will be chosen for pursuing a PhD at CCMB. C. NOTE The fellowship MUST be valid until the time of joining (January 2018). Candidates with lecturer-ship only in CSIRUGC (NET) evaluation or the M.Sc/M.Tech/M. Pharm applicants with GATE/GPAT won’t be shortlisted for interview.
Terms & Conditions: Candidates will need to make their OWN arrangements for travel, stay, etc. in the exam centre and/or in Hyderabad for interviews. Travelling allowance isn’t payable by CCMB. Mere fulfilment of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification wouldn’t automatically entitle a person for selection. The conclusion of CCMB in this regard will be final. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in al-
most any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification. For questions, contact: academic17phd@ ccmb.res.in How to Apply: Candidates can submit their applications online by 24-10-2018 via this LINK: https://apply.registernow.in/ccmb/phd19/
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THSTI-JNU PhD Program 2018-2019 Admission to the THSTI-JNU PhD Program for the Academic Year 2018-2019-Winter Session call has been announced. less if sufficient candidates do not secure the minimum credentials required for admission. Reservations: 27% seats for OBC (noncreamy layer), 15% of seats for SC, 7.5% of seats for ST, and 3% ofseats for differently-abled are reserved for candidates belonging to these categories. SC/ST/OBC candidates are required to submit certificates in respect of their claims from authorized officers as notified by the Government for the purpose from time to time. The differently-abled (with minimum 40% disability) candidates are required to submit a certificate from authorized Medical Doctors/Hospitals indicating the extent of physical disability. Academic program:
INTERESTED AND ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES CAN CHECK OUT ALL OF THE DETAILS ON THE ADMISSION PROCEDURE, SELECTION CRITERIA, RESERVATIONS, FEES, NUMBER OF SEATS AND APPLY ONLINE LINK GIVEN BELOW By Diluxi Arya
Admission to the THSTI-JNU PhD Program for the Academic Year 2018-2019-Winter Session Applications are invited for the THSTI-JNU PhD programs under biomedical research. The broad domains of ongoing research are: • Vaccines and infectious diseases • Translational research in maternal and child health
technology. Group B: • MBBS • BE/B Tech (Computer Science) with a valid GATE qualifying score • MSc – Mathematics Candidates appearing in the final qualifying examination may also apply. However, they will be required to fulfil the above academic/ fellowship requirements at the time of joining the PHD program. A relaxation in marks/ grade during Master’s Degree for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled and any other cat-
Names of shortlisted candidates will be announced on our website by 17th November. Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for an admission test at THSTI on the 3rd of December at 9:30 am. Applicants who clear the admission test will be interviewed on 3rd and 4th December 2018. Final selection will be made based on the applicant’s performance in the interview and the list of selected candidates will be published on the THSTI website within one working week of the interview. Selected candidates should interact with potential PhD supervisors and provide their choice of supervisors for lab rotations by 4 PM on 24th December 2018. Fellowship: Students from group A recommended for admission to the PhD program a n d holding
• Drug discovery and mathematical modeling to understand disease biology
• Diagnostics, devices and bio-design Please visit the THSTI website (www.thsti.res. in) for details of ongoing research programs and the PhD course work. The PhD program at THSTI is governed by JNU rules. For further details please visit www.jnu.ac.in.
Hostel: Selected students will have the option of shared hostel accommodation in lieu of their HRA. Application procedure: Candidates fulfilling the above requirements must apply online. Please take a print out of the application, sign and send it to the Officer (Academics) of the institute at the above address along with the application fee and self-attested copies of documents in support of eligibility so as to reach by 10th November 2018.
Application fee: Non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500 for General and OBC candidates, and Rs. 250 for SC/ST/differently-abled candidates should be paid by bank draft in favor of Translational Health Science and Technology Institute payable at Faridabad. You may also deposit the fees by bank transfer as per the payee account details given below and may submit the proof of remittance.
Eligibility: The candidate must fulfil one of the following criteria:
• Should have a Master’s degree in any branch of biomedical/life sciences (including veterinary science, public health), bioinformatics, computer science or Mathematics from a recognized university with at least 55% marks or its equivalent (e.g.: grade B in the UGC 7-point scale) or a B Tech in Bio-
Fees: Admission fees, annual fees, registration fees or any other fees levied by JNU shall be payable by the student.
Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained on any ground including postal delay. Incomplete applications in any respect will be summarily rejected and no correspondence in this regard will be entertained.
• Human microbial ecology
Group A: must have qualified in the junior research fellowship examination of CSIR, UGC, ICMR, DBT (category I only), BINC (for bioinformatics & computer science) or NBHM which provides fellowship for the entire duration (5 years) of their PhD program.
Selected students will undergo PhD course work for 2 semesters starting on 1st January 2019. Those having successfully completed the PhD course requirement will be recommended by the Academic Committee to JNU for PhD registration. For the award of the doctoral degree, the candidate will have to complete all requirements as per the JNU rules.
egories will be applicable as per the UGC notification, 5th May 2016 or subsequent notification in effect of at the time of interview. Notification link: https://www.ugc.ac.in/pdfnews/4952604_ UGC-(M.PHIL.-PH.D-DEGREES)-REGULATIONS,-2016.pdf Selection procedure:
fellowship from any of the above agencies will be required to utilize their own fellowship. Candidates with professional degrees (Group B) selected through the admission process will be awarded THSTI fellowships equivalent to the CSIRUGC Fellowship amount.
Payee name: Translational Health Science and Technology Institute
No. of seats: A total of up to 15 candidates may be selected this year, if found suitable. The number of selected candidates may be
IFSC Code: SBIN0000734
Payee bank: State Bank of India, Faridabad Main Branch, Neelam Chowk NIT, Faridabad-121001 Account no.: 32497747957
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IISER TVM PhD Admissions January 2019 – Official Notification The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM) is dedicated to scientific research and science education of international standards. Traditionally, teaching has been segregated from research in undergraduate science curricula in our country.
THE NOTIFICATION FOR THE IISER TVM PHD ADMISSIONS JANUARY 2019 HAS BEEN RELEASED. INTERESTED AND ELIGIBLE CAN CHECK OUT ALL OF THE DETAILS ON THE COURSE, THE FEES, THE FELLOWSHIP, THE APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND APPLY ONLINE LINK HAVE BEEN GIVEN BELOW By Diluxi Arya
IISER Thiruvananthapuram has a vibrant PhD Programme in the areas of Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Interdisciplinary areas. The Institute admitted that it’s first batch of doctoral students in August 2009 and now has over 150 PhD researchers on its rolls. The Institute hosts modern research facilities that are essential to conduct scientific research in the 21st Century. Admission to the PhD Programme: Candidates aspiring to enrol for the PhD Programme at IISER-TVM must meet the minimum eligibility standards for applying, provided below: 1. Qualify in a Minumum of One of the National Level Eligibility Tests or Fellowships (see School specific details below), and 2. Obtain a minimum of 60% marks (or equal ) in the Qualifying Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) Each School can then use additional standards to shortlist candidates and encourage them to appear for written or interview test at IISER-TVM. Merely satisfying the minimum eligibility criteria doesn’t necessarily entitle
a candidate to be called for interview. National Level Eligibility Tests or Fellowships Acceptable for PhD Admission Note: Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant PhD Admissions Advertising? For additional particulars. Duration: Including the coursework, the duration of the Ph. D. Programme is approximately 10 semesters. Fellowship: The monthly fellowship awarded to the PhD scholars is at par with the CSIR-UGC Junior Research Fellowship.
PhD. Programme, every student has been assigned a research supervisor(s). A duly included doctoral committee (comprising the research supervisor(s) and two other members of this IISER faculty) monitors the progress of the course/research work of the scholar and will approve the synopsis of this PhD thesis before submission. Coursework and Detailed Examination: Students must credit a minimum of four courses, at 300 level or higher, within the first two years of enrolling for the PhD programme. On conclusion of this coursework, the CGPA of the credited courses must be 7.0 or higher.
Fees: For the current fee structure, visit the following URL
What’s more, the scholar should take a comprehensive examination in the area of proposed research work.
Doctoral Committee: Upon joining the
Teaching Assistantship: A key feature of
the PhD Programme at IISER-TVM is that students get involved in teaching assistant responsibilities as delegated by the various schools. Seminars: All PhD students should give at least 2 seminars on their topic of research. Guidebook: The PhD Guide Book for the academic year 2018 — 19 could be downloaded here. Hostel Regulations: The hostel regulations could be downloaded here Contact: Dean (Academics), IISER-TVM, CET Campus, TVM 695016, Tel: 0471-2778017 Email: phdprogramme@iisertvm.ac.in Deadline: 31-10-2018
NISER PhD Program Admission 2018-2019 (Winter Session) The notification for the Admission to Ph.D Program – 2018-19 (Winter Session) has been announced at NISER Bhubaneswar.
INTERESTED APPLICANTS C A N C H E C K D E TA I L S O N THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA, COURSES OFFERES, A P P L I C AT I O N PROCEDURE, RESEARCH AREAS, C O N TA C T D E TA I L S A N D A P P L I C AT I O N L I N K A L L G I V E N B E LO W By Diluxi Arya
Advt. No: NISER/ACAD/PhD/2018-19 (2)
Biological Sciences Stream:
Applications are invited from Indian citizens for admission to the PhD program scheduled to commence from 4th January 2019 in the following schools of NISER, Bhubaneswar:
60 Percent or equivalent GPA in Masters or M.Tech in any branches of Biology, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Computer Sciences, Bioinformatics and Biotechnology. Students with Master’s degree in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics having interest in pursuing a career in Biology are encouraged to apply.
1. School of Biological Sciences (SBS) 2. School of Chemical Sciences (SCS) 3. School of Physical Sciences (SPS) 4. School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) 5. School of Computer Sciences (SCPS) Eligibility:
(a) Candidates applying for admission in School of Chemical Sciences, Human-
ities & Social Sciences and Computer Sciences must have qualified at least one of these national level examinations i.e. CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/JEST/INSPIRE (Doctoral fellowship under AORC Scheme with fellowship) or some other equivalent national level exam, valid for the current year in the appropriate field of research. (b) Candidates applying for admission in School of Biological Sciences must have qualified at least one National Level Exam
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with fellowship (CSIR-NET, DST INSPIRE, DBT, ICMR or some other equivalent) and should have valid fellowship certificate for the year 2019 in the time of application. Fellowship certificate/award letter should be submitted in the time of application.
• RA lab: Structure-and-function; mechanistic insights into the functioning of two-component systems and transporters
(c) Candidates applying for admission in School of Physical Sciences must have qualified at least one National Level Exam i.e CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/JEST or some other equivalent national level exam valid for the present year.
• TKC lab: Structure-function relationship of Dengue Virus replication complex proteins
The scholarship given by NISER is Rs. 25,000/for first two years, which will then be enhanced to Rs. 28,000/- for remaining three years, subject to the condition that he/she fulfills all of the requirements of this Institute which will be specified from time to time. Fellowship amount from outside sources will be regulated in accordance with the rules of their respective funding agencies.
• SC lab: Cellular immunology of T cells and macrophages: implication in infection immunity and cancer Immunity
(AR = Dr Abdur Rahaman, DPA = Dr Debasmita P Alone, HM = Dr Harapriya Mohapatra, KCP = Dr KC Panigrahi, PA = Dr Palok
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• The application form needs to be filled up online at http://www.niser.ac.in and applicants ought to follow stepwise instructions mentioned to finish the application submission procedure. At the time of application, along with this online form, the candidate must upload a soft copy of the supporting documents according to the eligibility standards. • Can-
didates planning to apply for at least 1 school must fill up online application forms for each school and submit sepa-
from the candidates that apply for the PhD program. • Each school will send the call letters to the candidates individually. • kindly refer to this site for the announcement of the chosen candidates. • The registration is scheduled to be held on 1st January 2019 (Tuesday). • If you have any additional query, kindly send an email to cpsbs@niser.ac.in, cpsps@niser.ac.in, cpscs@niser.ac.in, cpshss@niser.ac.in, cpscps@niser.ac.in for Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Humanities & Social Sciences and Computer Sciences respectively. • Applicants are invited to see school website for information on research activities. Checklist for application submission: During online submission, you Will Have to have the following ready with you for uploading;
Research Areas: School of Biological Sciences
• JPEG file of your passport size photograph.
• AR lab: 1. Regulation of Lipid Homeostasis and Membrane Biogenesis: role of a phosphatidate phosphatase (PAH) and 2. Mechanism of Nuclear Remodelling: role of Drp6 and its interacting proteins in the nuclear expansion of Tetrahymena
tures.
• Birth Certificate/10th pass certification in support of date of birth. • Certification in support of category (SC/ ST), just if applicable.
• DPA lab: Molecular Genetics, Epigenetics and Genomics of Ageing Disorders: Neurodegeneration and Cancer • HM lab: Antimicrobial resistance and virulence: The lab focuses on studying abiotic and biotic stress response in gram-negative opportunistic bacterial pathogens. Candidates having sound knowledge and experience in microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology techniques and bioinformatics are encouraged. For further details please visit lab homepage at: http://www.niser.ac.in/ users/hm • KCP lab: Molecular genetic approach to understand light signalling and flowering time control in plants • PA lab: Microbiota and Gut-brain-gut axis: The Aich Lab focuses on the understanding of the role of intestinal microbiota on gut-brain-gut axis. The main objective of the lab is to correlate and establish the mechanism of host physiology in terms of metabolism and immunity as a function of commensal microbiota. Work requires a systems biology approach with expertise in immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and mathematical biology. People, with experience and interest in any or many of the areas with a strong desire for PhD research with a predefined question in mind, are preferred • PSS lab: Neuroendocrine regulation, Neural circuitry of energy balance and reproduction • PVA lab: Molecular mechanism of eukaryotic start codon selection fidelity and its effect on differential protein expression pattern and cellular physiology
• JPEG file of your valid signa-
• Certification and mark sheets in support of passing qualifying exam i.e Master’s degree. Aich, PSS = Dr PS Singru, PVA = Dr Pankaj V Alone, RA = Dr Rudresh Acharya, SC = Dr Subhasish Chattopadhyay, TKC = Dr TK Chowdary) Selection Procedure: • The selection committee of the respective schools will short-list the candidates among those who meet the minimal educational qualifications and meet additional criteria that each school could set as deemed necessary. • The short-listed candidates will be called for an interview, supplemented with a written exam, if needed, for the admission. • dependent on the academic record along with the performance of the candidates in the selection procedure, the selection committee of this school will recommend candidates to the Chairman, Academic Council for admission to the Ph.D. program. • All candidates known for the Test / Interview will be paid to and fro single, secondsleeper class railway fare by the shortest route from their place of residence to the Institute / venue of this Test and Interview. They must produce evidence (railway ticket) in support of the claim. How to Apply:
rate forms with appropriate supporting documents. • Two sealed letters of reference in the prescribed format with the signature of the referee on the envelope ought to be generated by the student in the time of interview. The copy of the reference letter can be obtained online. • NISER doesn’t demand any application fee
Important Dates:
• Certification (s)/document(s) in support of qualifying national degree exam (s) viz. CSIRUGC NET/GATE/GPAT/JEST/INSPIRE (Doctoral fellowship under AORC Scheme) or some other other. Address for communication and more details: Faculty-In Charge (Academic Affairs), National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Po-Bhimpur-Padanpur, Via-Jatni, Dist-Khurda-752050 Phone: 0674-2494013, Fax: 0674-2494004 Email: dean_aa@niser.ac.in
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National Geographic Early Career Grant 2019 – Official Notification Check out the notification for the National Geographic Early Career Grant 2019. This is a grant that is available for candidates all over the world.
I N T E R E S T E D I ND I V I D U A LS C A N C H E CK O U T A LL OF T H E DE TA IL S O N T H E A P P LI C A T I O N P R O CE S S , D EA D LI NE, P R OJE CT D E SC RI P TI ON A ND SU CH BE LO W ONLY ON BI OT E C N IK A By Diluxi Arya
All proposed projects must be bold, innovative, and potentially transformative and have a key focus on conservation, education, research, storytelling, or technology. Projects also needs to align into one of the three focus areas. We do not usually consider applications that encourage strictly laboratory or collections work. Grants are given on the basis of merit and exist independent of the Society’s other divisions. Please note this is an extremely competitive grant program; we get a lot more applications than we are able to finance. Project start dates ought to be a minimum of six months following the submission deadline to make sure any given funds are obtained in time. Learn more about our review process and timelines. Project start dates should be a minimum of six weeks after the submission deadline to ensure any given funds are received in time. Find out more about our inspection procedure and timelines. Early Career Grant Early Career Grants are intended to provide less experienced people a chance to direct a project. Grant projects last one calendar year or less.If you apply for at least 1 year of financing, your proposal will likely be sent straight back for you to revise and resubmit for another deadline. Projects are usually financed for US $5,000 and can’t exceed US $10,000. There’s not any maximum age limitation for Early Career Grant applicants. However, applicants should be at least 18 years old at the time of application submission. Applicants aren’t required to possess an advanced degree. Anyone
with over five years of qualified expertise within the specialty of their project focus doesn’t qualify for the Early Career Grant and ought to make an application to an Exploration Grant instead. In case you have already received an Early Career Grant or some Young Explorers Grant from National Geographic, then you might submit a fresh proposal once you’ve shut your prior grant record. Go to our How to Apply section to find out more about eligibility conditions and the best way to prepare your proposal. Application: All applications must be submitted through our online application system. We do not accept mailed or emailed applications. All application materials should be submitted in English. Early Career Grant and Exploration Grant projects last one year or less. Project start dates ought to be a minimum of six months after the submission deadline to ensure any awarded funds are received in time. Watch the Grant Opportunities page for advice about precise dead-
lines. Find out More about Preparing your Proposal. Project Leadership: You may submit a proposal as the project leader for only one project at a time. But you may be a project member or co-applicant on multiple grants simultaneously. You have to submit a final report and media from any previous grants for which you were the leader before applying to lead a new project. Organizations can apply for grants, however, the individual within the organization that will lead the job –not the institution–ought to be the candidate and will be expected to meet the requirements of the grant. Students should not submit in their adviser’s name. The person responsible for executing the project should apply and write the application. Age Restrictions: All applicants should be at least 18 years old at the time that they submit a program. There is no upper age limit for Early Career Grants. However, if you’ve got more
than five years of full-time, professional knowledge in the field of your project focus, you do not qualify for an Early Career Grant. Time in grad school does not count toward this experience limit. Stop by our Grant Opportunities page for more information about grant types. Citizenship: We encourage applications from all over the world. If you’re planning to work beyond your home country, you must include the name and contact information for at least one local collaborator as a project team member at the application. Please note that the National Geographic Society doesn’t assist with visas. Learn more concerning our regional offices and programs. Deadline: All applications received by 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on January 9 will be reviewed and decided upon in February. Applications received after this deadline will be reviewed in the following grant cycle.
ICGEB Short-Term Fellowships – SMART Scheme Official Notification The notification for the ICGEB Short-Term Fellowships – Scientific Mobility for Advanced Research Training (SMART) is now available.
M S C C A N D I D AT E S , YO U N G RESEARCHERS WITH BACKGORUNDS IN LIFE SCIENCES ARE ENCOURA G E D T O A P P LY F O R T H I S C O L L A B O R AT I V E E F F O R T. C H E C K D E TA I L S B E LO W By Diluxi Arya
Goal: The program promotes the mobility of researchers involving the ICGEB Member States as a means of improving skill devel-
opment, acquisition of particular hands-on training in technology offered in the receiving lab and raising bilateral cooperation in science and technology, and should reveal clear evidence of strong cooperation between both labs. Applicants should concentrate on the impact for the fellow’s career, the advantage to the applicant’s home lab and also the suitability of the receiving lab. Subject Area: Applications are welcome in any area of the Life Sciences. Qualification: • The call is open to nationals of ICGEB Member States and provides fellowships to
scientists at the first phase of their career wishing to invest between 3 and 9 months in a research institution within an ICGEB Member State other than their own. • Fellowships for mobility assistance to laboratories located in Italy, India and South Africa could be considered in the event the research activity proposed isn’t covered by one of those ICGEB labs (please visit ICGEB Arturo Falaschi Short-term fellowships). • There is absolutely no age limitation. However, preference is awarded to young scientists at the start of their research career. • Applicants must be registered for a PhD or have acquired their PhD degree within the previous five years. Young scientists holding an MSc or equivalent can apply.
• SMART Fellowships support mobility between labs situated in the Member States. • Awards aren’t meant to prolong visits started under other auspices; to encourage participation in courses, workshops or symposia or as bridging fellowships involving, or before, long-term stays funded by ICGEB or other associations. Terms and Gains: • Awards are for a minimum of 3 to a maximum of 9 months. The fellowship covers global economy return journey, health insurance and subsistence of this
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fellow only. The stipend ranges from US$ 800 to 1,500 a month based on local conditions in the receiving country and seniority of the applicant. Furthermore, a US$ 500 monthly bench fee could be paid directly to the receiving lab depending on the recommendation of the ICGEB Fellowships Committee. • The fellowship stipend will be paid by bank transfer directly to the individual’s bank accounts. Upon joining the receiving lab, ICGEB will transfer the bench fee allocation into the receiving lab, which will cause the management of the capital and the certificate of expenses to ICGEB. The receiving lab is expected a guarantee that adequate provisions are in place for the particular research project and also to make the bench fee allocation
accessible to the ICGEB SMART Fellow instantly, free of any administrative overhead expenses. ICGEB makes no financial provision, nor will it provide administrative assistance for relatives of participants in the programme. Selection: • The ICGEB Fellowships Selection Committee will evaluate complete applications received by the closing date. The candidates will be informed of the result by email when possible after the final date for the applications. • The key criteria for selection include scientific excellence of this project, the
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qualities of the candidate’s CV and also the influence on his/her career, the possible advantage for the home and the host country, competence, abilities and equipment available from the receiving lab. ICGEB will favourably appreciate any extra support provided by the receiving institute into the fellow’s living expenses (i.e. an immediate participation for living costs, guest house lodging, etc.. ) Submission: Please complete the application form in all components and return the form, by email, together with all attachments to: ICGEB Fellowships Unit Att: Barbara Argenti,
ICGEB, Padriciano 99, I-34149 Trieste, Italy E-mail: fellowships@icgeb.org, Tel: +39-040-3757382, Fax: +39-040-226555 Final Report: The successful candidate may jointly prepare a final scientific report together with the host supervisor highlighting the accomplishments reached during the period of this Fellowship. The host Institute will submit a signed financial statement reporting that the cost covered by the bench fee allowance received.
Israel Government Scholarship 2019-2020 Biotechnology & Biology Online applications are invited under Israel Government Scholarship 2019-20. 5 scholarships are for a duration of 8 months, to undertake research/specialization, from the universities which are approved by the Israeli Council for Higher Education and two short terms (summer school) scholarships for the students seeking to study Hebrew. Accommodation, transportation and travel arrangements, to and fro or in Israel, will be borne by the student. The following are required to be uploaded at the time applying online: • Colour passport size photograph ( it must be in .jpg or .jpeg format) • Signature ( it must be in .jpg or .jpeg format) • Letter of acceptance from supervisor/ Israeli University • Mark sheets of 10 and 10+2 (self-attested) • University/College Transcript for Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree (The size must not exceed 530 kb for each of the document, photograph, and signature) The shortlisted candidates are required to bring the following documents at the time to interview:
THE NOTIFICATION FOR THE IS- 1. Biology 2. Biotechnology RAEL GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP 2019-20 HAS BEEN AN- Eligibility: NOUNCED. ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES CAN CHECK OUT ALL OF THE DE- • Candidates who have the letter of acTAILS ON THE ISRAEL GOVERN- ceptance from the supervisor/Israeli University are eligible to apply MENT SCHOLARSHIP 2019-20 FOR • Age : There is no upper age limit for apBIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOLOGY plying for the scholarship. GIVEN BELOW By Diluxi Arya
F. No. 12-1/2018-ES.3 Government of India Ministry of Human Resource Development (Department of Higher Education) ISRAEL GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS 2019-20. Link for online application: http://proposal. sakshat.ac.in/scholarship/ (Note: Only online application is invited No other mode of application will be considered. Applicants need not send the print out of their application) Applications are invited for the following subjects:
Qualification : (as on 30.11.2018)
i) For research/specialization in the field of Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Environment Studies, Economics, Business Management and Mass Communication, applicant must have a Master’s degree in the relevant field. Others: i) Candidates who have already been abroad for studies/training/ specialization either on scholarships or on their own, for a period exceeding six months are eligible to apply, if they have been in India for at least two consecutive years after returning from abroad as on 30.11.2018.
ii) Applications of candidates who are staying abroad will not be considered. Basic requirement: i) Proof of English or Hebrew Language proficiency is a must. Value of Scholarship: • Terms and conditions of the scholarship are in accordance to the yearly budget of Israel Government for this purpose. • The scholarship could be partial or full. Partial scholarship includes: i) Part of the tuition fees ii) Basic health insurance iii) Monthly allowance for one academic year (8 months only). Full scholarship includes: i) Tuition fee ii) Basic health insurance iii) Monthly allowance for one academic year (8 months only)
i) Dully filled in application form prescribed of the Government of Israel. (Application Form enclosed) ii) All original marks sheets and certificates of class 10 and 10+2, transcript and degree in respect of Bachelor’s and Masters and all other original degrees and diploma. iii) Self-attested copies of all original documents. iv) Detailed proposal of the research/specialization, which the applicant intends to study in Israel, specifying the University where the applicant wishes to take admission. v) Curriculum Vitae. vi) Letter of acceptance from Israeli supervisor/university in respect of the proposed research/specialization vii) At least two (2) letters of recommendation from lecturers/professors who taught the candidates (It should be attached or produced during interview). viii) Three (3) photographs ix) Certificate of Health. x) NOC from the employer. In case of Government Servant, clearance of the Cadre Controlling Authority is mandatory. LAST DATE OF ONLINE APPLICATION:- 30.11.2018