[USA] Educational Grants Women Scholarships from Developing Countries, Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund

The Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund (MMMF) awards educational grants to women from developing countries whose graduate studies and future plans aim to benefit women and children in their respective regions. Commitment to this goal is an essential selection criterion.

The Fund is staffed mostly by volunteers and is affiliated with the World Bank Family Network. Many World Bank spouses volunteer yearly to raise funds for these grants.

MMMF Educational Grants US/Canada —Academic Year 2010-2011
MMMF GRANTS IN THE US AND CANADA

For students from developing countries who are currently studying in the United States or Canada, the MMMF awards grants of approximetly $12,000 each; grants are not renewable. Every year, the MMMF also invite the recipients in Washington DC to participate in a three day Awards Program organized in their honor.

Follow the application procedure below.

• Application Forms: available online from November 5, 2009.
• Deadline for submitting completed applications: midnight February 18, 2010
• Results: ONLY successful applicants will be notified around May 1, 2010

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Master`s Degree - in Public Health Master`s (two-year program) in the U.S from a Faculty of Medicine/Public Health with a concentration in: principles of public health and field epidemiology including methods of prevention and eradication of infectious diseases, health system capacity development including human resource and program management, public health information and surveillance systems, health economics, decentralization and governance, quality assurance and behavior change and communication, basic and advanced biostatistics, applied or epidemiological research. Master`s Degree in Epidemiology – Veterinary Science Master`s (two-year program) in country. from an accredited Faculty of Veterinary Science with a concentration in Animal and Public Health - Epidemiology an emphasis (through intensive coursework) on principles of epidemiology, epidemiology of infectious diseases, methods of prevention and eradication of infectious diseases, principles of outbreak investigations, basic and advance biostatistics, animal and public health surveillance system. Master`s Degree in Field Epidemiology – Public Health Master`s (two-year program) in country from an accredited Faculty of Medicine/Public Health with a concentration in Field Epidemiology an emphasis (through intensive coursework) on principles of epidemiology, epidemiology of infectious diseases, methods of prevention and eradication of infectious diseases, principles of outbreak investigations, basic and advanced biostatistics, animal and public health surveillance systems.

Master Degree The School of Marine Sciences at the University of Maine is seeking a to enroll a student as early as May or June 2010 in the dual masters degree in marine science and policy. The student will study and work on a strongly interdisciplinary research project funded by the Coupled Natural and Human Systems program within NSF. A competitive stipend, tuition, health and student fees will be provided for three years. The project combines the work of social, biological and computer scientists and will develop agent-based learning models meant to simulate the fine scale dynamics of social and natural systems in three fisheries in the Gulf of Maine. We seek a student with training in the social sciences and knowledge of marine biology or ecology. The student must be research oriented and enthusiastic about working and learning in a multidisciplinary team. The student will participate in a set of research tasks that will include in-depth interviews and focus groups with fishermen and the translation of conceptual models into computational models. Training in computer science will be considered a plus. PhD The School of Marine Sciences at the University of Maine is seeking to enroll a Ph.D. student as early as May or June 2010 with a strong masters level or applied background in computer science, ecology or the social sciences and an interest in applying those skills to an integrated social-ecological study of the Gulf of Maine fisheries. Stipend, tuition, health and other fees will be funded for three years by a grant from the NSF Coupled Natural and Human Systems program.

The Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship is a means to groom Indonesia`s future business leaders. Sampoerna Foundation provides one (1) scholarship to pursue a Master`s of Business Administration degree at leading university overseas. Upon completing the program, the scholarship recipient is required to return to Indonesia and endeavor to transfer his/ her knowledge to his/ her fellow citizens. Application deadline is February 1, 2010 Sampoerna Foundation Overseas MBA Scholarship consists of the following options: No. Name of Scholarship Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the USA Australian Education International - Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Australia Ambassade de France en Indonésie - Sampoerna Foundation MBA in France British Council - Sampoerna Foundation MBA in the UK Singapore Education - Sampoerna Foundation MBA in Singapore

Josephine De Kármán Fellowship Trust The Josephine De Kármán Fellowship Trust was established in 1954 by the late Dr. Theodore von Kármán, world renowned aeronautics expert and teacher and first director of the Guggenheim Aeronautical Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology, in memory of his sister, Josephine, who passed away in 1951. The purpose of this Fellowship program is to recognize and assist students whose scholastic achievements reflect Professor von Kármán`s high standards. 2010-2011 FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES AND QUALIFICATIONS Applications are available at www.dekarman.org. If you wish to receive an application in the mail, submit your request via the website or send your request to P.O. Box 3389, San Dimas, CA 91773. Complete applications, including official transcripts of applicant`s graduate and undergraduate studies at institutions in the United States and and two letters of recommendation, must be received by the fellowship committee IN ONE PACKAGE postmarked no later than midnight, January 31, 2010. Late applications will not be considered. Announcement of awards will be made approximately April 15, 2010. A minimum of ten (10) fellowships, $22,000 for graduate students and $14,000 for undergraduate students, will be awarded for the regular academic year (fall and spring semesters or the equivalent where the quarterly system prevails), paid through the fellowship office of the university in which the recipient is enrolled for study in the United States. Study must be carried out only in the and all funds must be expended only within this country.

ABF Doctoral Fellowship Program Doctoral Fellowships in Law and Social Science 2010-2011 Purpose The American Bar Foundation is committed to developing the next generation of scholars in the field of law and social science. The purpose of the fellowships is to encourage original and significant research on law, the legal profession, and legal institutions. Eligibility For the Doctoral/Post-Doctoral Fellowships, applications are invited from outstanding students who are candidates for Ph.D. degrees in the social sciences. Applicants must have completed all doctoral requirements except the dissertation by September 1, 2010. Applicants who will have completed the dissertation prior to September 1, 2010 are also welcome to apply. Doctoral and proposed research must be in the general area of sociolegal studies or in social scientific approaches to law, the legal profession, or legal institutions. The research must address significant issues in the field and show promise of a major contribution to social scientific understanding of law and legal process. Minority students are especially encouraged to apply. Awards Fellows receive a stipend of $27,000 for 12 months. Fellows also may request up to $1,500 to reimburse expenses associated with research, travel to meet with advisors, or travel to conferences at which papers are presented. Relocation expenses up to $2,500 may be reimbursed on application.

In 1956 the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) began a program of encouraging the establishment of scholarship funds by companies and individuals engaged or interested in the field of geophysics. SEG saw the need for a more appropriate organization and caused the SEG Foundation to be organized. The number of scholarships available depends chiefly upon the number of sponsors and the amounts they contribute. For the 2008-2009 academic year, the Foundation awarded 176 scholarships totaling US$484 545. This represented 83 renewals of scholarships to students on a continuing basis and 93 scholarships to recipients receiving grants for the first time. In addition to general scholarships, other scholarships are available to students who meet specific criteria. Applications for the 2010–2011 academic year are now being accepted. Applications and supporting documents must be received by 1 March of the year in which the award is made. The amount of contributions ranges from a few dollars by individuals to as high as several thousand dollars by sponsors of full scholarships. The awards to recipients range from US$500 to US$14 000 per academic year, with average awards being approximately US$2700 per academic year. The term of each scholarship is one academic year; however, some scholarships may be renewed based upon certain criteria and approval of the SEG Scholarship Committee.

Looking for a fresh perspective on forestry? Come experience the beauty of the famous forested landscape of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. Make connections with the region’s forest sector and learn the trends impacting this industry and community. This land has always been a landscape in constant motion. It is also where the shifting currents of globalization, trade, environmental concerns and land stewardship clash, producing many of forestry’s iconic images: old-growth forests, spotted owls, spectacular fires, economic boom and bust cycles, forest fragmentation, and the new sustainability ethic. Come learn how these factors have impacted the people who depend on the forestry sector, and hear their stories of struggle, adaptation and survival. Because in spite of everything, Oregon is still America’s timber basket. The WFI Fellowship brings professionals in natural resources–such as foresters, environmental educators, land managers, NGO practioners and researchers–to conduct a practical research project at the World Forestry Center. In addition to their specific projects, Fellows participate in weekly field trips, interviews and site visits to Northwest forestry organizations, parks, universities, public and private timberlands, trade associations, mills, and corporations. The Fellowship is a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable forestry from the Pacific Northwest forestry sector, and to work with colleagues from around the world. Fellowships are open to any country, and there is a matching grant from the Harry A. Merlo Foundation. Over 75 Fellows from 24 countries have participated to date.

The science of crystallography has played a key role in the development of X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction and neutron diffraction for the elucidation of the atomic structure of matter. Crystallography is an interdisciplinary branch of science taught in departments of physics, chemistry, geology, molecular biology, metallurgy, and material science. To encourage promising graduate students to pursue crystallographically oriented research, the International Centre for Diffraction Data (ICDD) has established a Crystallography Scholarship Fund, now known as the Ludo Frevel Crystallography Scholarship Fund. Its name was recently adopted to honor the founder of the fund, Dr. Ludo Frevel. While the Ewald Prize is awarded every three years to an internationally recognized crystallographer, little effort has been made by science departments to cultivate aspiring crystallographers. Convinced of the beneficial, scientific impact of the proposed scholarships for crystallographically oriented research, the ICDD has solicited funds from private and industrial sectors to support this program. The ICDD has awarded 99 scholarships since 1991. The year 2009 Scholarship Awards were in the amount of $2,500 each. Since the scholarship`s inception in 1991, $224,750 has been awarded to aspiring crystallographers. Applications for the year 2010 awards must be received by ICDD no later than 30 October 2009. Qualifications for the applicant: The applicant should be a graduate student enrolled in a graduate degree program during the 2010 calendar year, with major interest in crystallography e.g. crystal structure analysis, crystal morphology, modulated structures, correlation of atomic structure with physical properties, systematic classification of crystal structures, phase identification and materials characterization. There are no restrictions on country, race, age or sex. The term of the scholarship is one year. The recipient may make application for one renewal at the end of the first year. Because a limited number of scholarships are awarded, renewal applications will be considered on a competitive basis in conjunction with all applications that have been submitted up to the closing date.

Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders, University of California-Irvine Location: Irvine, CA, United States Expires: November 01, 2009 The Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders formerly known as Institute for Brain Aging and Dementia (iMIND) at the University of California, Irvine is internationally recognized for its research accomplishments in disorders of the brain, particularly those that are age-related. The Institute is UCI’s center for aging and dementia research, with our faculty seeking to understand the causes leading to neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and Huntington’s disease. We aim to identify the life-style factors that promote wellness and “successful aging.” For those suffering from age-related memory problems, our goal is to diagnose disease, identify means for effectively treating it, and provide help to families and caregivers. Neuroscience with a focus on cellular and molecular biology and expertise in neuroscience research, central nervous system regeneration, testing the mechanisms of integration of neural stem cells in rodent models of spinal cord injury and mechanisms controlling neuronal stem cell fate decisions in vitro and in vivo. Essential skills include experience with neural stem cells, and training in spinal cord injury techniques, including surgical and behavioral analyses