Reconnections and The Margaret Thatcher Scholarship Programme at Oxford University

19 December 2016

Somerville College and the University of Oxford are offering three new Oxford-Thatcher Scholarships for outstanding graduate students.

The Scholarships provide 100% of University and College fees as well as a generous grant for living costs for the duration of your course.

Apply through the usual Oxford applications process by the January deadline for your course and if you meet the high academic standards and are offered a place you will automatically be considered for the Scholarships, which are available to Master's and DPhil students.

For further details please visit: http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/fees-and-funding/fees-funding-and-scholarship-search/oxford-thatcher-graduate-scholarships

8^th annual Competitive Game: From the Earth to the Moon

24 November 2016

The 8^th annual Competitive Game, organized jointly by the French Federation for Mathematical Games and SCM, has started.

It is endowed with 2,000 Euros of prizes. The topic this year is Jules Verne's novel "From the Earth to the Moon".

For more information, please visit: http://www.scmsa.eu/archives/SCM_FFJM_Competitive_Game_2016_2017.pdf

International Discussions on How Solar Geoengineering Research Should Be Governed

24 November 2016

NEWS RELEASE for Developing Country Voices Join International Discussions on How Solar Geoengineering Research Should Be Governed is now available.

For more information, kindly see the attachement.

Call for applications for Doctoral Fellowships in France

21 November 2016

The French Embassy - French Institute of Egypt offers scholarships to Egyptian PhD students wishing to visit a French laboratory for a maximum of 6 months. This scholarship covers the cost of transport, social security and the cost of living in France.

For more information, kindly find the french and arabic announcements attached

5^th Heidelberg Laureate Forum, 24-29 September 2017/Call for Applications

17 November 2016

The application process for the 5^th Heidelberg Laureate Forum has started.

Young researchers in computer science and mathematics from all over the world can apply for one of the 200 coveted spots to participate in the Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF), an annual networking event. The HLF offers all accepted young researchers the great opportunity to personally interact with the laureates of the most prestigious prizes in the fields of mathematics and computer science. For one week, the recipients of the Abel Prize, the ACM A.M. Turing Award, the ACM Prize in Computing, the Fields Medal, and the Nevanlinna Prize engage in a cross-generational scientific dialogue with young researchers in Heidelberg, Germany.

The application period for the 5^th HLF runs from 14 November 2016 until 14 February 2017. Young researchers at all phases of their careers (undergrad, PhD or postdoc) are encouraged to complete and submit their applications by 14 February (midnight at the dateline) via the following link: http://application.heidelberg-laureate-forum.org

The 5th HLF will take place from 24 to 29 September 2017 (with young researcher registration on 23 September). This prominent, versatile event combines scientific, social and outreach activities in an informal atmosphere, fueled by comprehensive exchange and scientific inspiration. Laureate lectures, young researcher workshops and a structure welcoming unfettered discussions are the elements that compose the Forum's platform.

Over the course of the week-long HLF, young researchers will be given the exclusive possibility to profoundly connect with their scientific role models and find out how the laureates made it to the top of their fields. As described by a young researcher at the 4^th HLF, "The best professional experience of my life. I thought that receiving my PhD was the most ultimate event and highlight, but the HLF tops even that."

All applications that are completed and submitted by the deadline are meticulously reviewed by an international committee of experts to ensure that only the most qualified candidates are invited. There are 100 spaces available for each discipline of mathematics and computer science. All applicants will be notified by the end of April 2017 whether or not they will be invited.

For questions regarding requirements and the application process, please contact Young Researchers Relations at: yr@heidelberg-laureate-forum.org

For more information, please visit:www.heidelberg-laureate-forum.org

Women in Science Conference

17 November 2016

The 1^st International Conference of Women in Science and International Networking:

Bridging the Gender Gap in STEM in Favor of Sustainable development (Women in Science without Borders (WISWB)). WISWB is organized under the patronage of Egyptian senior and young academies (ASRT and EYAS). WISWB is supported by the Arab Science and Technology Foundation (ASTF).

This event will be held in Cairo, Egypt from 21-23 March 2017 and is intended to serve as a conference committed to communicate cutting edge research from around the world. Participation is not limited to women but it is open for both men and women scientists. Cross-disciplinary talks are encouraged and not limited to issues associated with women.

For more information, please contact Dr. Amal Amin via e-mail: aamin_07@yahoo.com

WIS brochure.pdf

TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme: 2016 call for applications

30 October 2016

The TWAS-UNESCO Associateship Scheme enables competent researchers from the developing countries to visit participating centres of excellence in the South for research collaboration. An associate is appointed for three years during which s/he can visit a selected centre twice for 2-3 months each time. Almost 300 centres participate in the scheme.

TWAS provides travel support for the associates and a contribution towards incidental local expenses up to USD300 per month while living expenses are covered by the host centres.

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and include an invitation letter from the host centre. Special consideration is given to scientists from isolated institutions in developing countries. Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

Attached please find the application form and the lists of participating centres (the CONICET list is for centres located in Argentina).

For more information, please visit: http://twas.org/opportunity/twas-unesco-associateship-scheme

IAP Call for Proposals 2016

29 August 2016

The InterAcademy Partnership invites its member academies, regional networks and observers to submit proposals that will address its strategic goals. Other organizations such as international organisations, national young academies and private sector entities are also welcome to contribute as partners.

Funds of up to a maximum of US$30,000 will be provided to a number of projects that aim to produce material and/or recommendations that address the Partnership's strategic priorities and will be useful to the scientific and policy communities and the general public (e.g., statements, policy reports, toolkits).

Deadline for application is 30 September 2016.

Application forms and further information available in the links: http://www.iamp-online.org/2016-call-proposals and http://www.interacademies.net/2952/30535.aspx

TWAS Visiting Expert Programme

15 August 2016

The TWAS Visiting Expert Programme supports visits of internationally renowned scientists to institutions located in developing countries, especially those located in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs).

The objective of the programme is to provide institutions and research groups in developing countries, especially those with limited outside contacts, with the opportunity to establish long-term links with world leaders in science and so help develop capacity-building in their country. Under the programme, prospective host institutions can invite internationally renowned experts in areas of science other than mathematics and physics to collaborate in research and training.

The visit should have a minimum stay of two weeks at the host institution. TWAS will cover the cost of the air ticket and will provide an honorarium of USD200, while the host institution is expected to cover local expenses. Attached please find the relevant application form.

TWAS Research and Advanced Training Fellowship: 2016 Call for Applications

15 August 2016

TWAS, the academy of sciences for the developing world, www.twas.org, is now accepting applications for the TWAS Research and Advanced Training Fellowship programme.

The fellowships are offered to scientists from developing countries and are tenable at centres of excellence in various developing countries.

Eligible fields include one or more of the following: agricultural and biological sciences, medical and health sciences, chemistry, engineering, astronomy, space and earth sciences, mathematics and physics.

Please see http://www.twas.org/opportunity/twas-fellowships-research-and-advanced-training for the latest information regarding the above programme, including eligibility criteria, guidelines, etc.

Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

The Elsevier Foundation-TWAS Sustainability Visiting Expert Programme

13 July 2016

The Elsevier Foundation - TWAS Sustainability Visiting Expert Programme supports visits of distinguished scientists in sustainability to institutions in developing countries, especially those in the 48 Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
The programme aims to provide institutions and research groups in developing countries, especially those with limited outside contacts with the opportunity to establish long-term links with world leaders in sustainability and further build capacity in their countries.

*Please note: only persons who are experts in the field of sustainability will be considered for the programme.*

The visit should provide a minimum stay of two weeks at the host institution. The sponsoring organization, through TWAS, will provide the visiting expert with the most direct economy-class travel (round-trip). Attached please find the relevant application form. *Deadline: 1 September 2016.*

For more information, please see: http://twas.org/opportunity/elsevier-foundation-twas-sustainability-visiting-expert-programme

The 2016 Young Physician Leaders programme

09 June 2016

IAP for Health (formerly IAMP) is seeking candidates under 40 to participate in a specific leadership development event and attend the World Health Summit in Berlin this October. Deadline for receiving nominations is 30 June 2016.

Further details on eligibility criteria and submission procedure are available online at: http://www.iamp-online.org/young-physician-leaders-2016 where the nomination forms can be downloaded.

2016 Call for applications of the TWAS Fellowships

07 June 2016

2016 Call for applications of the TWAS Fellowships.

The TWAS Fellowships programme with over 470 PhD and 150 postdoctoral fellowships available annually in 10 developing countries with 19 programme partners is said to be the largest programme of its kind worldwide.

The 2016 TWAS Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Fellowships call for applications in all fields of the Natural Sciences is now open for majority of the programmes.

For more details on eligibility criteria and to download the guidelines and application forms, see: http://twas.org/opportunities/fellowships

For any queries, please contact fellowships@twas.org

The U.S. National Academies Call for Application: Arab-American Frontiers Symposium in partnership with Masdar Institute

25 May 2016

The U.S. National Academies Call for Application: Arab-American Frontiers Symposium in partnership with Masdar Institute

November 5-7, 2016

The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, and Masdar Institute of Science and Technology are pleased to announce the Fourth Arab American Frontiers of Science, Engineering and Medicine Symposium. The upcoming meeting will be hosted in Abu Dhabi on November 5 to 7, 2016 by Masdar Institute, in partnership with Khalifa University, NYU Abu Dhabi and Petroleum Institute. The call for applications is now open and scientists, engineers and medical professionals from the U.S. and the Arab region are invited to submit their application online before the deadline of June, 30, 2016.

This program brings together outstanding young scientists, engineers, and medical professionals, between the ages of 30 and 45, from the United States and the 22 countries of the Arab League for a series of symposia to discuss exciting advances and opportunities in their fields. The goal of these meetings is to enhance scientific exchange and dialogue among young researchers in Arab countries and the United States, including the Arab science diaspora, and through this interaction facilitate research collaboration within and beyond the region.

We strongly encourage young scientists, engineers and medical professionals working on related research to apply to this truly pluri-disciplinary meeting, as long as they fulfill the eligibility criteria. Each general participant will also have the opportunity to present his or her research during poster sessions. More details on the fourth symposium, organization and program can be found here.

For questions regarding the upcoming symposium or the application process, please contact: AAFrontiers@nas.edu.

German Science Day 2016

15 May 2016

The German Science Centre and its member organisations
encourage
outstanding doctoral and postdoctoral candidates
to apply for the upcoming

"German Science Day"
at the German Science Centre (11 Al Saleh Ayoub Street, Zamalek)
on Saturday, 28 May 2016, 10:00am
Registration for the event is mandatory.

On 28th May 2016, the member organisations of the DWZ will organize for the fifth time, the German Science Day offering a great variety of lectures, counselling sessions and panel discussions at the premises of the DWZ in Zamalek.

The DWZ will invite several German experts and scientists, who will give lectures on the newest research and development made in Germany. The event will start with a panel session discussing all important questions on preparing and doing research in Germany. Formal requirements, structured programmes and graduate colleges and many practical tips will be provided by the representatives of university international offices and graduate schools.

Besides the lectures, participants will be invited to individual counselling sessions with representatives of Technische Universität Berlin, Technische Universität München, Freie Universität Berlin and Philipps Universität Marburg, where the opportunity of continuing their research in Germany will be explored.

To apply for the event or one of the coveted counselling sessions, we kindly ask you fill in the registration form and send it to project1@daadcairo.org before the deadline on 18 May 2016. In order to complete your application, please attach your CV and a short abstract of your current research topic (500 words) to the email.

Kindly find the link of the registration form here: http://dwz-kairo.de/events/german-science-day-phd-and-postdoctoral-candidates-may-2016