Finnish Studies and Research/Scholarships for Post Masters’ Studies

Scholarships for post-Master’s studies and research at Finnish universities are available for international postgraduate students and researchers of Finnish language and culture.The scholarship period may vary from 3 to 12 months. The monthly allowance is 1200 euros. No additional allowance for housing is paid. Expenses due to international travel to and from Finland are not covered by CIMO. The prerequisite for applying is that the visiting student or researcher must have established contacts with the Finnish host university. The Finnish university department wishing to host him or her applies to CIMO for the grant. Applications should be submitted at least 3 months before the intended scholarship period.
Study Subject:     Finnish language and literature, Finno-Ugric linguistics, ethnology and folklore

For more details :
    http://finland.cimo.fi/scholarships/postgraduate_studies_and_research/finnish_studies_and_research.html

International Ph.D. Program, Zurich, Switzerland

International Ph.D. programs
The Life Science Zurich Graduate School houses several Ph.D. programs that cover distinct areas of the life sciences. Each program offers research and education opportunities in a stimulating international environment for ambitious students who wish to work towards a Ph.D. degree. Accepted students perform their research project in one of the participating research groups of their favorite program, according to their scientific interest. Advanced teaching and training courses are offered throughout the curriculum. The program language is English throughout. Ph.D. studies usually last 3-4 years
Applicants must hold or anticipate receiving a Master’s degree or equivalent from a university in a relevant field before starting the Ph.D. program. Applicants accepted for the program will have to register with either the University of Zurich or ETH Zurich, depending on the affiliation of their future research group.
Application deadlines: December 1^st and July 1^st
Our web pages provide detailed information for submission of application. Please refer to the guidelines as we only take into consideration applications received in the required format:
http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.ch/index.php?id=108

13 PhD student positions available for participation in Marie Curie ITN on “Small Artery Remodelling”

13 PhD student positions available for participation in Marie Curie ITN on “Small Artery Remodelling”
Description : The aim of the EU ITN network is to provide a structured PhD / young researcher training programme on small artery physiology and pathophysiology, including cell biological, molecular biological and physiological aspects. The network consists of 10 partners from 7 European countries – see www.smallartery.eu for partner details and projects offered by each partner – employment conditions will be in accordance with the country of employment.
PhD applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in life sciences (e.g. medical science, biology, biochemistry, biotechnology), physics, chemistry or related fields, with relevant preparative training. Participation in the training programme in small artery function and pathophysiology of the SmArt ITN network is mandatory and will involve summer schools, workshops and training in partner laboratories, including collaboration between partners. Excellent command of spoken and written English is essential. Application forms and detailed information regarding each position are available at www.smallartery.eu. Applications should be sent via email to the respective project leader by the time indicated for each position.
• 2 at the University of Lund, Sweden. PI: Per Hellstrand (Per.Hellstrand@med.lu.se)
1) Effects of pressure, flow and smooth muscle tone on smooth muscle differentiation and growth: role of calcium handling mechanisms
2) Pathways of mechanosensing and the role of cellular microdomains in vascular remodelling.
• 2 at the University of Muenster, Germany. PI: Lydia Sorokin (sorokin@uni-muenster.de)
1) Role of smooth muscle laminins for small artery remodelling using cell-specific knock-out of laminin isoforms.
2) Role of endothelial cell laminins for small artery remodelling using cell-specific knock-out.
• 2 at the University of Munich, Germany. PI: Ulrich Pohl (upohl@lmu.de)
1) Shear stress dependent modulation of matrix proteins and their role in control of short-term vascular plasticity.
2) Matrix-dependent control of endothelial cell function and communication.
• 1 at the University of Aarhus, Denmark. PI: Christian Aalkjaer (ca@fi.au.dk)
Decreasing expression of voltage-dependent and intracellular calcium release channels – effect on vascular tone and structure.
• 1 at the University of Amsterdam, Netherlands. PI: Ed van Bavel (e.vanbavel@amc.uva.nl)
Cross-linking of the collagen matrix: role of transglutaminases in vascular remodelling.
• 1 at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. PI: Curzio Ruegg (Curzio.Ruegg@unil.ch)
Endothelial and progenitor/inflammatory cell response to shear stress and extracellular matrix modifications: role of integrins.
• 1 at the University of Pécs, Hungary. PI: Ákos Koller (akos.koller@aok.pte.hu)
Pressure and shear stress-induced microvascular remodelling mechanisms: role of ROS.
• 1 at the University of Heidelberg, Germany. PI: Markus Hecker (hecker@physiologie.uni-heidelberg.de)
Role of the cytoskeletal protein zyxin and the transcriptional repressor Zfm1 in mechanosensitive gene expression.
• 1 at King´s College London, Great Britain. Project leader: Qingbo Xu (qingbo.xu@kcl.ac.uk)
Role of monocytes / macrophages in the extracellular matrix for vascular remodelling.
• 1 at NeuroSearch A/S, Denmark. Project leader: Søren-Peter Olesen (spo@neurosearch.dk)
Pharmacological modulation of vascular Ca2+- and K+- channels and functional consequences of downregulation of the genes coding for these channels using siRNA technology in vivo and in vitro
Homepage : www.smallartery.eu
Contact address : Prof. Per Hellstrand
Department of Experimental Medical Science
University of Lund
BMC D12
SE221 84 Lund
Sweden

Postdoctoral Vacancy, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand

Postdoctoral Vacancy
Description : The NFFRDC is a leader in Nutraceutical and Functional Food Research residing at Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand. NFFRDC has 2 post-doctorate positions opening in the areas of functional foods and clinical/biological testing or trials. Post-graduates having completed a Ph.D. in the following fields are encouraged to apply; Food Science, Pharmaeuticals, Allied Health, Nutrition, and Life Sciences
Homepage : http://agro.psu.ac.th/
Category :
Contact address : Faculty of Argo-Industry , Prince of Songkla University.
Hatyai, Songkhla, 90112
THAILAND

Alfa Fellowship Program in Business, Economics, Journalism, Law, and Public Policy

Alfa Fellowship Program: high-level professional program placing 10 qualified Americans per year in work assignments at leading organizations in Russia in the fields of business, economics, journalism, law, and public policy. Key goals are expanding networks of American/Russian professionals and advancing US/Russian relations.

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. citizen between the ages of 25 and 35
• Graduate degree and professional experience in business, economics, journalism, mass communications, law, international relations, political science, government, or public policy. Candidates without a graduate degree must demonstrate extensive and equivalent professional experience in their field
• Outstanding professional achievement and academic qualifications
• Active involvement in community or public service
• Russian language experience is preferred, however not required, at the time of application. If an applicant does not speak Russian, they will need to demonstrate proficiency in a second language to qualify for the program.
• Evidence of leadership potential

The program includes language training, seminar programs, and extended professional experience. Fellows receive travel, free housing, monthly stipends, and insurance. Russian language proficiency is preferred though not required at the time of application.
Application Information: The application deadline for the Alfa Fellowship Program is December 1. Applications can be completed online. Program information and application forms can also be downloaded or requested by mail from the CDS website at: www.cdsintl.org/fromusa/alfa.htm.
For more information about the Alfa Fellowship Program or application process please contact:
CDS International, Inc.
Alfa Fellowship Program
440 Park Avenue South, 2nd Fl
New York, NY 10016
Tel. (212) 497-3510
Fax. (212) 497-3535
Email. alfa@cdsintl.org
Web. www.cdsintl.org
OJSC Alfa-Bank is incorporated, focused and based in Russia, and is not affiliated with U.S.-based Alfa Insurance.

Fellowship for Live Consulting Project to B-Tech/BE/MBA Students – India