Ph.D. position in solar cell, thin film technology

Institute of Physics / Thin film group / Lab. Prof. Adrian, University of Mainz
Mainz, Germany

The Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz is one of Germany’s largest Universities with more than 30000 students. Mainz is located in the Rhein-Main-area close to Frankfurt airport.

The Physics department has branches in nuclear physics, atomic physics, and solid state physics. Close cooperations to Max-Planck Institues on the campus exist and enhance research possibilities

Description:

Solar cells are now a standard high tech product. However, current thin film solar cells use rare and expensive materials like indium. With decreasing manufacturing costs of the modules material prices will become more important. In our project we look for alternative materials for solar cells which will be relevant in future generation solar cells.

Within a joint cooperative project of several Universities and research institutes we will prepare at the University of Mainz new thin film materials and characterize the inner interfaces of solar cell structures by high energy photoemission using our synchrotron measurement facilities. The material we grow will serve as absorber material in p-i-n type solar cells.

The candidate should have a good knowledge on solid state physics and/or thin film technology. Social competence is needed for integration in a research team as well as for a llimited amount of teaching obligations at the University. Fluency in English is a must, knowledge of German will be helpful.

Start of the project will be in October 2009

To apply: Please send your cv. to jakob@uni-mainz.de

Undergraduate Scholarships University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide is one of Australia’s most prestigious universities and is renowned internationally for excellence in education and research.

We offer studies in agriculture, business, law, engineering, mathematical and computer sciences, architecture, medicine, dentistry, humanities and social sciences, music, teaching and sciences at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The University of Adelaide offers a scholarships scheme for international students undertaking undergraduate study.

Scholarships for all International Students
The Adelaide Outstanding Achiever Scholarships International (AOASI)

• Up to nine Adelaide Outstanding Achiever Scholarships International (AOASI) are available to international students from any country undertaking study in any academic discipline except Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS).
• Benefits are the waiver of full tuition fees for the normal duration of the program, subject to satisfactory performance.
• A scholarship recipient completing a three year degree program who is offered a further year in the Honours Program may apply for an extension of the scholarship to cover that year.
• Scholarships are available only for the first four years of a double degree.

More Information

For more information about postgraduate study at the University of Adelaide, please contact:

The Student Centre
Online enquiry form: www.international.adelaide.edu.au/enquiries

Telephone (in Australia): (08) 8303 5208
Telephone (outside Australia): +61 8 8303 5208
Facsimile (in Australia): (08) 8303 4401
Facsimile (outside Australia): +61 8 8303 4401

2009 Scholarship from Korea on Science and Technology to ASEAN Students

AUN-GIST Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, Korea offers 2009 AUN-GIST (Gwangju Institute of Technology, Korea) Scholarship on Science and Technology. This scholarships are available to ASEAN students to study masteral (4 slots) and doctoral (6 slots) degrees in science and technology in Gwangju, Korea. The AUN-GIST scholarship covers tuition fee, airfare, accommodation and living allowance.

Areas of Study:

• Information and Mechatronics
• Material Science and Engineering
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Life Science
• Photon Science and Technology

Eligibility:

• Citizen of an ASEAN member country
• Posses a Bachelor’s degree (for M.S. Applicants) and M.S. degree (for Ph.D. applicants)
• Good academic record
• Have a minimum score of 550 (213 CBT) in TOEFL or 6.5 in IELTS, or 750 in TOEIC or 680 in TEPS.
• Have good medical record

Application Documens to be Submitted:

• Application form
• Two sealed letters of recommendation; one of which must be from the Dean of the Department he has attended
• Official diploma in English
• Original undergraduate/graduate transcript of record certified by the University Registrar
• Official TOEFL or IELTS score report taken not more than two years
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• MA thesis (for those applying for Ph.D.)
• Two photographs (4×5 cm)

207 Administration Bldg.
Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology
1 Oryong-dong Buk - gu
Gwangju
Republic of Korea
http://www.gist.ac.kr/

Telephone: +82-62-970-2061 ~ 2063
Fax: +82-62-970-2069
E-mail: ciss@gist.ac.kr

Master Scholarship in Computer Science at Korea University

Korea University embraces the challenges of the 21st century by the construction of new bridges between the old borders.

These bridges include new educational programs that highlight several majors and interdisciplinary studies, strategic partnerships with the private sector and public R & D centers that pool resources and promote innovative research and new relationships International which put Korea University students as well as students, faculty and programs of other major universities in the world.

Aggressive investment in new research facilities, information systems and infrastructure of these bridges provide the strength and flexibility to extend far into the next century. Today, Korea University is in the lead in the World 150, the top 14 in Asia and the 2nd best in South Korea. Our, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, which was founded in 1984, is now training high-quality human resources in research and industry field, also leading domestic info technology generation, and the study of world-class computer science research.

We are currently recruiting students Master (with the Korean government scholarship IITA), which will actively participate in research projects at both theoretical and practical nature. The main focus will be on wireless sensor networks

, Ubiquitous Computing Networks and art

The main areas of application are being followed in the wireless sensor networks, RFID middleware, and security issues in WSN, in the interest of the student. Students who have experience in programming and, in particular, have hands on experience of simulation is preferred.

S tudents-interested, please contact me with their resume as soon as possible. In order for us to send them the form of applications and other documents. Purse:

1. 100% discount for tuition for one year (scholarship from the University of Korea)
2. 75% off tuition for one year (scholarship from the University of Korea)
3. IITA Korean government scholarship (800000 won, about US $ 800 per month) for two years

Kashif Ali Bashir. PhD.
Student / RA Internet Computing Lab
Asan-Science Building.
Room # 221 Dept of Computer Science,
Korea University, 5ga,
Anam-Dong, Sungbuk-Gu, Seoul,
Korea 136-701

E-mail: ali@ilab.korea.ac.kr
Office: 0082-02-3290 - 3568
Fax: +82-02-927-3797
Cell: +82-10-3841- 0138

PhD Studentship in History of Science and Technology at Imperial College London

The Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at Imperial College London invites applications for the Hans Rausing PhD studentship, starting in the 2009/10 academic year.

The history of science and technology has been taught and researched at Imperial College London since 1963, and CHoSTM in its current form was established in 1992. In the recent Research Assessment Exercise, CHoSTM was awarded the highest rating of all 83 UK history departments. 40% of its research was classed as world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigor, with another 40% judged internationally excellent.

The Hans Rausing award is open to home, EU and overseas students who hold or are about to complete an MSc in the history of science, technology and medicine or related field. Applicants should posses an outstanding academic track record and strong research potential.

PhD Studentships at The Open University

Charter Studentships
http://www.open.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/overview.php?

To celebrate The Open University`s 40th Anniversary we are offering a number of research studentships.

These studentships provide opportunities for the best national or international candidates to work alongside leading academics and research staff on projects that will inspire and shape our research portfolio.

They will cover all fees for three years plus an annual stipend and are tenable from 1 October 2009. Suitable candidates should have or expect to graduate with a minimum 2:1 honours degree.

5 PhD Studentships at York St. John University, Uk

Research PhD Studentships
http://www2.yorksj.ac.uk/default.asp?Page_ID=6448

The University invites applications for five competitively awarded fully-funded research studentships, to commence 1 October 2009. Applicants must have (or be about to complete) a relevant degree (at least a 2:1 Honours or a Masters) and should submit a proposal that clearly demonstrates an aptitude for researching a specific topic covered by one of the following themes or areas:

• Performance and Performativity in the Arts - Prof Gary Peters
• Spirituality and Education - Prof Julian Stern
• Participation motivation in sport and its impact on health related behaviour in children and youth - Prof Howard Hall
• Motivational processes associated with multidimensional perfectionism in sport and exercise - Prof Howard Hall
• Practical and Empirical Theology - Dr Andrew Village, within one of the following areas: Cathedral Studies; Attitudes and beliefs of lay Christians; Prejudice, race and religion