AUSTRALIA; Microfluidics PhD Scholarship

Scholarship Description

The Aust Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) has a multidisciplinary focus with leading-edge researchers working at the interface of the biological, chemical and physical sciences. The Institute’s research focuses on improving human health and quality of life. The Sch of Pharmacy at The University of Queensland has a supportive postgraduate student environment including a scheme to encourage research presentations at international conferences in the final year of candidature. The project will focus on the design, fabrication and characterisation of microfluidic devices for the preparation of drug delivery vectors. The candidate will also be involved in assessing the efficacy of the derived vectors in vitro and in vivo in various tumour models. The successful candidate will be put forward for any ONE of the following scholarships: UQ Research ; Australian Pgrad Award; Sch of Engineering; Sch of Pharmacy Strategic. Please refer to PDF for more info.
Reference Number: 4356
Study Subject:
Provided By: The University of Queensland
To be undertaken at: The University of Queensland.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until August 13, 2009.
Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD20427 (per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES.
Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, or Honours 2a or equivalent.
Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. You can download a PDF with more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Main Contact
Dr Harendra Parekh (School of Pharmacy)
The University of Queensland
Phone: 07 3365 7430
Email: h.parekh@uq.edu.au