Singapore Government PhD Degree Deadline: 1 Jan 2016 (annual) Study in:  Singapore Next Course starts Aug 2016 Brief description: SINGA is an award given to international students with excellent academic undergraduate and/or master’s results, and strong interest in doing research leading to a doctorate (PhD) in Science and Engineering at a Singapore University.

PhD Student Scholarships, School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore 2 PhD scholarships are available for Jan 2011 intake in School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. The R&D topics will cover: Bioconversion of waste to energy and other valuable products Biological treatment of toxic compounds and nutrients Novel bioprocess design Microbial ecophysiology and community dynamics in environmental systems Environmental molecular techniques development Self-motivated and team-oriented individuals interested in environmental bioprocess engineering and microbiology/biotechnology are encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience in anaerobic bioprocess engineering (i.e., set up, operation, and monitoring of bioreactors) and in molecular/microbiological techniques will be given preference. A Master’s degree in environmental engineering, microbiology or a closely rel...

A PhD student position is available in School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE), Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore. The research will focus on the microbial ecophysiology and community dynamics in environmental bioprocesses. Self?motivated individuals who are interested in environmental microbiology and engineering are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a Master degree in relevant discipline and a strong background in experimental microbiology and/or bioprocess engineering will be considered favorably. For more information on the group: http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/home/LeeChangsoo NTU is a major research intensive university in Singapore, and is highly recognized for its excellence in science and engineering. It is always highly ranked in many international comparisons of higher education. A 4 year full research scholarship will be given through the School to the qualified candidate. The scholarship covers all tuition fees and stipend of S$2,000/month which...

Master in Public Administration Scholarship the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) The 1-year Master in Public Administration (MPA) programme provides an intensive, interdisciplinary course of study for experienced professionals who wish to acquire new knowledge and skills to enhance their leadership and managerial capabilities. This innovative programme can be taken full-time or part-time. Taught by expert faculty using a problem-based learning approach and real-world case studies, MPA students learn to apply the techniques of policy analysis and programme evaluation to resolve complex multi-dimensional policy challenges, as well as sharpen their leadership and communication skills. The School also conducts an active programme of seminars and public lectures by political, not-for-profit and business leaders to enable all students to complement their formal learning with the opportunity to interact with distinguished individuals ...

The two-year Master in Public Policy (MPP) programme provides a strong foundation in conceptual and analytical skills for future public service leaders and individuals with an interest in understanding and influencing how public policy choices are made. Areas of Concentration In particular, MPP students deepen their understanding of a specific field by focusing on one of five areas of concentration: Development Studies Economic Policy and Analysis International Relations and Security Studies Social and Environmental Policy Public Management and Governance Practical Experience To obtain direct practical experience, students also undertake a public policy or management study, called the Policy Analysis Exercise, for a client in the public, private, or non-profit sector. Internships Most students also take internships with organisations that are relevant to their studies, such as the United Nations Environment Programme (Bangkok); National Economic Development Authority (Philippines...

PhD Scholarships in Membrane Science, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore There are several PhD scholarships available for Jan 2010 intake at the Singapore Membrane Technology Center (SMTC), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. If you are interested in membrane technology for water and environments, and would like to apply for PhD study at SMTC, please contact A/Prof. Wang Rong (rwang[ at ]ntu.edu.sg) as soon as possible. You may find detailed information of SMTC from following websites .

The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) Singapore Foundation, in cooperation with Waseda University in Japan, set up a one-year scholarship program for university undergraduates to study culture, history, society, politics, economics, geography, arts, literature and so forth of Japan and other parts of Asia. The scholarship program was established in 1995 to commemorate Singapore’s 30th Year of National Independence and the 5th Anniversary of JCCI Singapore Foundation. The Foundation hopes to provide young Singaporeans an opportunity to study in Japan through this program. Also, it wishes to promote further exchanges and cooperation between Singapore and Japan. The successful candidate is thus expected to play the role of a diplomat with the task of strengthening the bilateral relations. CONDITIONS & CRITERIA • All applicants must be Singapore citizens, below the age of 28 (as at 1st January 2010). • Applicant must be a university undergraduate or graduate from an A...

Graduate Fellowships and Postdoctoral Positions in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Singapore Dr. Qihua Xiong won 2nd batch Singapore National Research Foundation Research Fellowship (NRF-RF) and recently joined Nanyang Technological University as a Nanyang Assistant Professor. With a strong support from both NRF and NTU, Dr. Xiong is expecting to establish a vibrant group dedicated into the research in nanoscience and nanotechnology. Dr. Xiong finished his B.Sc. degree in Physics at Wuhan University in 1997. After obtained his M.Sc. degree in physics from Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) in 2000, he went to United States of America to pursue his Ph.D. research. In 2006, he received his Ph.D. degree in materials science at The Pennsylvania State University under the supervision of Professor Peter Eklund. His Ph.D. research covers from fundamental physical properties especially phonon properties of semiconductor nanowires, to nanomechanical proper...

Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship To recognize the academic excellence of students who are pursuing full time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at the NUS Business School, the Saw Centre for Financial Studies will award the Saw Centre MBA Finance Scholarship to outstanding students twice a year; in Semester 1 and Semester 2, beginning in Academic Year 2009/2010. If you are a Singapore Citizen, and full time MBA student at NUS Business School, and meet the following criteria. a) Good academic results based on award of first degree For applicants approaching their final one or two semesters, the additional criterion of good academic results achieved in their previous semesters will be considered.) b) Keen interest in finance c) Relevant work experience in finance d) Strong referral letteres e) Family’s financial background (This criterion of financial needs will be considered if there are two or more applicants of equal standing.) Prospective applicants You are ...

NRF Clean Energy PhD Scholarships - CEPO, Singapore Support PhD studies in areas related to Clean Energy with major focus in Solar fields with other possible options in Fuel Cells, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies. Interested applicants can apply for Local Scholarships that support PhD studies in NUS/NTU, Singapore or Overseas Scholarships that support PhD studies in top notch overseas universities. Apply for the scholarships and you can contribute towards a greener future tomorrow. Homepage : NRF Clean Energy PhD Scholarships Category : PhD Scholarships in Clean Energy Contact address : My SingPost Box, 880108, Singapore 919191 Keywords : Clean Energy Scholarships Name : Wong Mee Kim Email : grantmanager@vendor.gov.sg

We are looking for strongly motivated postdoctoral research fellows to carry out a multi-million dollar project (funded by Singapore National Research Foundation and Nanyang Technological University), which is on the cutting-edge research in semiconductor nanomaterials, nanoelectronics and nanoelectronic-bio interface for single molecule biosensing. Due to the highly interdisciplinary nature of the project, candidates with a Ph.D. degree in experimental condensed matter physics, electronic engineering, chemistry (physical or polymer), biochemistry and biophysics are all encouraged to apply. Starting date is flexible and multiple positions are available. Category : postdoctoral position Contact address : Physics and Applied Physics, SPMS Nanyang Technological University Singapore Keywords : nanomaterials, nanoelectronics Name : Qihua Xiong Email : qxiong@cml.harvard.edu

PhD Scholarships in Renewable Energy, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore The School of Computer Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) is seeking applications for 2 graduate student (PhD) positions. Candidates will work on a national grant-funded research project on low concentration, concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems. Specifically, your research will be focused on developing performance /cost models for solar concentrators which take account of the solar profile and other conditions in Singapore. Requirements At least a 2nd upper class B.Eng. Degree in the area of Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering (an additional masters degree will be an advantage) Proficient in MatLab and C/C++ Fluent verbal and written communications in English Strong analytical, mathematical and conceptual abilities Able to work independently or in a team in the realization of R&D work How to Apply Suitably qualified applicants should email, including a detailed r...

The Inflammation & Cancer Laboratory at the Department of Physiology & NUS Immunology Program at the National University of Singapore is seeking applications for Ph.D students. Candidates will work on research projects focused on Inflammation and Cancer or Immune regulation and development. Qualified candidates should possess a recent B.Sc. or Masters in Immunology or Biochemistry or related field. Experimental background in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and/or pharmacology is strongly recommended. Importantly, foreign applicants should have taken the GRE and obtained a minimum of 1300/4.5 to be eligible. Please do not enquire or apply if you have not taken your GRE. There are 2 different types of scholarships available. The NGS scholarship is very prestigious and fully funded. The NUS scholarship is on stipend and also fully funded. More information about the scholarships can be found at: 1. http://www.nus.edu.sg/ngs/NGSS.shtml 2. http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/post...

Asian Graduate Students Fellowship Programme 2009, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore The Asia Research Institute of NUS invites applications from citizens of Asian countries enrolled for a fulltime advanced degree at a university in an Asian country (except Singapore) for consideration for the award of Asian Graduate Student Fellowships. These fellowships are offered to current graduate students doing their Master’s or PhD degrees and working in the Humanities and Social Sciences on Southeast Asian topics, and will allow the recipients to be based at NUS for an `in residence fellowship’ for a period of three months. The aim of the fellowship is to enable scholars to make full use of the wide range of resources held in the libraries of NUS and the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. Scholars will be expected to commence on 4 May 2009, and to make a presentation on their work at the Singapore Graduate Forum on Southeast Asian Studies at the end of July 2009. Successful ...

PhD Scholarships in the Area of IDM Co-Space, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. A few scholarships in the area of mathematics, geometry and computer graphics are available. They are a part of the NRF funded project entitled “Visual and Haptic Rendering in Co-Space”. The work will be carried out at the Centre for Advance Media Technologies (CAMTech) of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The goal of the project is to propose an efficient interoperable mathematical model defining geometry, visual appearance and tangible physical properties of objects in Co-Space. The object definitions must be small in size and invariant to the rendering platform used in Co-Space. The particular goals of the project include development of the fast interactive definitions by implicit and explicit functions, description of complex geometry using parametric partial differential equations, introduction of function-defined physical properties to objects in Co-Space, and development of seve...

The Singapore National Research Foundation (NRF) invites brilliant, young researchers who are ready for their first independent research appointments to apply for the prestigious NRF Research Fellowship Awards. Are you among the best in your research field? Are you ready to lead your first independent research team? Join the ranks of the elite NRF Research Fellows! Apply now if you have a PhD degree from a reputable university and work at the forefront of research in your field. A prior post-doctoral stint at a renowned university or research organisation would be a great advantage. The NRF Research Fellowship provides: * Complete freedom and independence to pursue your research direction in Singapore * A 3-year research grant of up to US$1.5 million, with a possible extension for another 3 years * A competitive salary * The opportunity for joint appointment at the host university or research institution * Freedom to select the host institution in Singapore The NRF ...

NRF-MOH HEALTHCARE RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP (PhD) Singapore Local PhD Programme The NUS PhD scholarship is open to trainees who are Singapore citizens or foreigners who are committed to take up Singapore citizenship. Award includes: * Salary and tuition fees for the full-time academic study of up to 4 years, up to a cap of S$500,000 * Funding of post-doctoral research, up to a cap of S$30,000 * 8 hours of protected time per week for research during the clinical training years Overseas PhD Programme The overseas PhD scholarship is open to Singapore citizens only. Award includes: * Salary, tuition fees, maintenance allowance, return air tickets and health insurance for the full-time academic study of up to 4 years, with a cap of S$800,000 (the allowance and insurance will be funded according to prevailing civil service rates and policies) * Funding of post-doctoral research, up to a cap of S$30,000 * 8 hours of protected time per week for research during the clinical ...

LEE KONG CHIAN NUS-STANFORD DISTINGUISHED FELLOWSHIP ON SOUTHEAST ASIA The National University of Singapore (NUS) and Stanford University (Stanford) invite applications from mid-career and senior Southeast Asianist scholars in the social sciences or humanities who would like to spend up to six months between 1 April 2008 and 30 September 2008 at NUS and Stanford writing and doing research on or related to contemporary Southeast Asia. Candidates may be of any nationality and reside in any country. Applicants should submit: a project statement (not to exceed three pages) that justifies and describes the writing and research envisaged during the fellowship; a schedule of preferred locations and dates including time in residence at each of the two campuses; a sample of previous English-language publication; a curriculum vitae; and full contact information for three references who are able, if asked, to evaluate the proposal and the candidate. The exact length of the fellowship and the al...

Applicants are invited to join the computational mathematics and scientific computing group in NTU (Nanyang Technological University) on interdisciplinary computational imaging, computer vision and computer graphics, at the boundaries between mathematics, computer science and engineering. This group has been funded to build a national resource to explore new mathematical and computational methods for PDE-based image processing and analysis, surface processing involving compression, reconstruction, remeshing and encoding for Interactive Digital Media development. We hereby invite applications for 5 Postdoc positions and up to 9 PhD scholars * All positions are available from December 1 2007. * Review process will start October 1 2007 and continue until all positions are filled. * The postdoc positions will be granted for a period of one year and can be extended up to three years after appropriate probation. * The PhD scholarships are normally granted for a period of 4 ye...

Recognising Outstanding Leadership The National University of Singapore offers the Lee Kuan Yew Fellowship / School of Public Policy Graduate Fellowship to recognise outstanding MPM candidates who have clearly demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and are committed to public service. This Fellowship fully finances the candidate’s education in the Master in Public Management programme. Each Fellowship provides for the following expenses: * A monthly stipend of S$1,500 throughout the period of the award * A one-time book allowance of S$500 * A one-time settling-in allowance of S$500 * Shared housing * Tuition, examination, health insurance and other approved fees * Tuition fees and accommodation at partner university * Cost of travel from home country to Singapore on award of the Fellowship * Cost of travel from Singapore to partner university * Cost of travel from partner university to Singapore * Cost of travel from Singapore to home coun...