[Usyd-scholarships-announce] Weekly Scholarships Email Bulletin

[Research Training]

If you have any comments or questions concerning this Bulletin, please 
email Research Training, Research Office: scholars at reschols.usyd.edu.au

Previously advertised scholarships can be found on our website: 
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/.

Week beginning: 6 October 2003

RESEARCH
Statistical Mechanics; Biomedical Research; Osteoporosis; Accounting; 
Freight, Logistic and Marine-related Research; Wool Science; CSIRO 
Postgraduate Scholarships for 2004

         VACATION
National Archives of Australia Summer Scholarships

OTHER
Future Connections Essay Competition

Category: Research Scholarships

Postgraduate Scholarship in Statistical Mechanics
A full-time PhD scholarship is available in statistical mechanics; the 
project involves molecular simulations of nonequilibrium systems; the 
applicant should have a good honours degree in physics, chemistry, or 
applied mathematics, and an interest in condensed matter theory, 
mathematical modelling, and computer programming; $18,009 pa; up to 3 
years; applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Australia.
Closing Date: 15 November 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

Kolling Institute of Medical Research PhD Top-up Scholarships
A limited number of top-up scholarships are available to prospective PhD 
students of high academic merit who will apply for Australian Postgraduate 
Awards (APA) or equivalent PhD scholarships; the projects are in the area 
of cancer cell and molecular biology, cancer genetics, renal medicine, 
perinatal medicine, neurogenetics and pain management research; only 
available to supplement externally awarded scholarships; approx. $8,000; 
prospective students are invited to discuss possible projects to commence 
in 2004; closing date for expre ssions of interest on 22 October 2003.
Closing Date: 31 October 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

Osteoporosis Australia Research Fund Research Awards 2004
Open to young medical and science graduates to undertake thesis studies 
into osteoporosis and related disorders at recognised universities and 
institutions; $20,000 pa; 1 year only, may renewed for a further 1 or 2 
years; successful applicants will be notified on 5 December 2003.
Closing Date: 03 November 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

CPA Australia / ICAA PhD Scholarships
Open to candidates undertaking PhD studies in accounting, auditing or 
related disciplines and who are committed to pursuing an academic career in 
Australia; applicants intend to enrol or who have enrolled as part-time PhD 
will also be considered; full-time $15,000 pa, part-time $7,500 pa; 
applicants must be members of the Accounting Association of Australia and 
New Zealand Ltd (AAANZ) and must be permanent resident or citizen of Australia.
Closing Date: 17 October 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

Women in Freight, Logistics and Marine Scholarship
Available for a female full-time or part-time student commencing or 
completing a PhD, Masters or other postgraduate degree in the Freight, 
Logistics or Marine-related fields in 2004; 1 year full-time or 2 years 
part-time @ $10,000; the funds must be used toward academic expenses; may 
have the opportunity to work part-time at Dept of Infrastructure during the 
year, subject to study constraints.
Closing Date: 26 November 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI) Scholarship and Studentship 
Program 2004
Open to motivated students who wish to pursue academic studies in wool or 
wool science and have an interest in the Australian wool industry: PhD and 
Masters scholarship - $28,000pa, max 3 years in the case of a PhD, 1.5 year 
for a Masters degree;  PhD 'top up' scholarship  for candidates who have 
received another scholarship (eg: APA, ARC); $10,000 p.a; Studentships - 
AWI will place those students with one of its many research partners to be 
involved in a relevant AWI funded project; $2,000 on completion of the 
placement, 2 to 3 weeks duration.
Closing Date: 31 October 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Research Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarships for 2004
Up to 60 supplementary PhD scholarships are available for students 
undertake research leading to PhD; $7,000 pa, up to 3 years; higher 
stipends may be offered in specific areas; at least $4,000 pa for necessary 
travel and operating costs of the project + an additional $6,000 to support 
attendance at on international conference and associated overseas 
laboratory visits during the 3-year program; applicants must have or 
expected to gain in 2003, 1st class honours or equivalent in a relevant 
area; must expect to receive Australian Postgraduate Awards or equivalent 
University scholarships commencing in 2004 and must be Australian citizens 
or permanent residents.
Closing Date:  31 October 2003

Category: Vacation Scholarships

National Archives of Australia Summer Scholarships
Open to undergraduate students in year 3 and 4, students enrolled in an 
honours degree, a graduate diploma, and 1st year Masters or PhD students 
whose studies include a major in 20th century Australian history, politics, 
social studies, or similar subject; tenable at the National Archives 
Canberra Office; cover travel costs, accommodation (room and board), $300 
pw; 6 weeks (5 January to 13 February 2004); successful candidates will 
undertake research projects on a topic set by the Archives using the 
Archives' collection, submit a report and present a seminar to Archives' 
staff at the end of their scholarship; students must be Australian 
residents studying in Australia
Closing Date:  31 October 2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Vacation Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title 
(in "Optional Keywords").

Category: Other Scholarships

Future Connections Essay Competition
An expenses paid, 2-week trip to the UK is offered for the author of a 
winning essay titled: "What kind of relationship do you think Australia and 
the UK need in the 21st Century?" Applicants must be aged between 19 and 30 
and should submit an essay of 1500-1800 words; 1st prize is an expenses 
paid 2-week trip to the UK, with the winning essay published in The 
Australian plus an annual subscription to The Australian; 2nd prize is an 
economy airfare to the UK plus an annual subscription to The Australian; 3 
consolation prizes of annual subscriptions to The Australian will also be 
offered.
Closing Date: 31 October2003
Further information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/scholarships/, use 
the New Search
Engine and search under Other Scholarships (in "Show Me") and by title (in 
"Optional Keywords").






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