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posted May 22, 2013, 6:40 AM by Jan Laarman
The Biosciences eastern and central Africa (BecA) Hub awards research
fellowships to African agricultural researchers for short-term projects
at the BecA-ILRI Hub in Nairobi. Candidates should be currently engaged
in agricultural research and be affiliated with a national agricultural
research program or university in the eligible countries. The Fund
supports travel, accommodation, stipend, and research costs. Note: There is no posted closing date, and ILRI confirmed that is accepting applications using the previous year's form. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 6:36 AM by Jan Laarman
WASCAL is a partnership of German and West African institutions for
research and science-based advice on impacts, mitigation, and adaptation
measures related to climate change. The program offers scholarships
and research support to qualified candidates in WASCAL member countries.
The program's four masters programs call for applications, with
deadlines 31 May 2013 (universities in Gambia and Niamey) and 30 June
2013 (universities in Nigeria and Togo). Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 6:29 AM by Jan Laarman
The ACCIÓN program, together with UNESCO's International Hydrologic
Program, invite students in atmospheric and environmental sciences in
Andean countries to the Climate School on Andean Climate Variability and
Change, September 2013. The program is open to undergraduate and
graduate students, born or resident in Andean countries, and who are
actively engaged in climate science research. The costs of participation
will be covered by ACCIÓN and UNESCO. The application deadline is 31
May 2013. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 6:23 AM by Jan Laarman
ICSU's Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) announces the
availability of fellowships and visiting professorships. Fellowships up
to US$15 thousand are for PhD students (or individuals within five
years of having completed a PhD) to undertake research at an institute
in one of SCAR's 37 member countries. Additionally, the program will
fund the travel costs of Visiting Professors who work internationally in
SCAR. The application deadlines are 04 June 2013 for Fellowships, and
16 August 2013 for Visiting Professors. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 6:15 AM by Jan Laarman
"Green Talents" annually makes 25 awards to individuals worldwide for
their original solutions for a more sustainable future. The winning
applicants are invited to a two-week science forum and networking
program in Germany, followed by the opportunity of a return visit to
conduct research in Germany. Past winners include many in renewable
energy, water management, and environmental engineering. The
application deadline is 09 June 2012. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 6:08 AM by Jan Laarman
The EU
funds the
Intra-ACP Mobility Scheme to enhance education and research among the
countries of the ACP (African,
Caribbean, and Pacific). The program supports cross-institutional
research, teaching, and studies. Fields include agriculture, energy,
and others. The next deadline for applications is 10
June 2013. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 5:57 AM by Jan Laarman
CABI
and 3ie seek qualified teams to evaluate CABI's Plantwise program in
Kenya. Plantwise is a global partnership, led by CABI, to connect male
and female farmers to the information they need to lose less, grow more,
and improve the quality of their crops. The impact evaluation needs to
measure the effect of Plantwise on capacity building, institutional
change, farmer behavior and agricultural productivity. Teams apply for a
preparation grant of US$20 thousand. The closing date for applications
is 15 June 2013. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 5:42 AM by Jan Laarman
The program AgriTT combines development practice and research from
China, the UK, and low-income countries of Africa and Southeast Asia to
improve food security through technology transfer and knowledge sharing.
AgriTT's Research Challenge Fund calls for proposals in three themes.
Each team should include a partner from China, the UK, and a low-income
country in Africa or Asia. Teams may also include partners from other
countries, and from international organizations. Grants range from £50
thousand to £300 thousand, varying by theme. The deadline for outline
proposals is 28 June 2013. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 5:37 AM by Jan Laarman
The
Neotropical Bird Club offers research grants up to $1,500 for
conservation work, or for research which may be of conservation benefit.
Awards are for projects carried out by nationals and/or residents of
countries in the Neotropics (i.e. the Caribbean, Central America, and
South America). Application guidelines are available in English and
Spanish. The deadlines are 30 June and 31 December of each year. Link |
posted May 22, 2013, 5:27 AM by Jan Laarman
The Robert S.
McNamara Fellowships support young researchers in developing countries
for visiting fellowships of 5-10 months outside their home countries.
The support is for individuals who are preparing their doctoral theses
in development-related topics, and who currently work in academic or
research institutions. Applicants should be less than 45 years old, and
must be nationals and residents of countries eligible to borrow from
the World Bank. The maximum grant is US$25 thousand. The closing date
for applications (English, French, or Spanish) is 31 July 2013. Link |
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