Monday, December 29, 2008

International Scholarship Updates

International Scholarship Updates

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UK: PhD Research Studentships, School of Applied Social Sciences, Durham University

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 07:34 AM PST

PhD Research Studentships, School of Applied Social Sciences, Durham University, UK (closing date: 03:00 GMT, Monday 16th February, 2009) The School of Applied Social Sciences at Durham University invites applications for a range of studentships and bursaries for PhD study starting in October 2009....

Canada: Postdoctoral Position in Chronic Wasting Disease Modeling

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 07:27 AM PST

Postdoctoral Position in Chronic Wasting Disease Modeling, Canada A cross-disciplinary research team studying the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the Canadian Prairies is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to take the lead in creating mathematical models to inform understanding as to how...

UK: International Scholarships in Mathematical Sciences, University of Nottingham

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 06:18 AM PST

International Scholarships in Mathematical Sciences, University of Nottingham, UK International (non-EU) Tuition Fee Scholarships (PhD or MPhil) in Mathematical Sciences School of Mathematical Sciences The University of Nottingham is offering awards of two full Tuition Fee Scholarships for a new...

USA: Postdoctoral Position in Microwaves and Electromagnetics, Tufts University

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 06:09 AM PST

Postdoctoral Position in Microwaves and Electromagnetics, Tufts University, USA Looking for a two year postdoctoral position with a strong background in microwaves and advanced electromagnetics starting July 2009. A background in GaAs devices and circuits and/or background in microfabrication/MEMS...

UK: PhD Studentship in Cardiovascular Research, University of Cambridge

Posted: 29 Dec 2008 06:07 AM PST

PhD Studentship in Cardiovascular Research, University of Cambridge, UK Cambridge 4-year PhD Studentship Programme in Cardiovascular Research Opportunity to study at the UK’s highest RAE rated Epidemiology department in conjuction with Europe’s leading genome campus. Applications are...

3 New Year's Eve Babysitter Solutions

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December 29, 2008 - Newsletter

  3 New Year's Eve Babysitter Solutions

If you're planning to host a holiday shindig (or attend one away from home), consider adding a babysitter to your party preparation list. It's time to toast the new year without the kids in your hair—even if it's only for a few seconds. Cheers!


Enjoy!

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    Rock-a-Bye Baby

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    Rock-a-Bye Baby

    Now that the rush of the holidays is winding down and the year is coming to a close, you can concentrate on the things that really matter—like sleep. Whether you're a new mom or about to become one, you are probably not getting as much shut-eye as you'd like. Rest easy with these iVillage tips.

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    VOA Africa News Summary

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    Presidential candidate and leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Atta Mills casts his ballot during presidential elections in Accra, Ghana, 28 Dec 2008 Opposition Has Narrow Lead in Ghana Presidential Vote
    Reports say John Atta-Mills of the opposition National Democratic Congress is running a close race with Nana Akufo-Addo of the ruling New Patriotic Party


    Guinea African Union Suspends Guinea
    US and EU join in condemning coup but other African leaders ease opposition to military takeover as new rulers consolidate power


    Sydia Toure Guinean Opposition Leader Wants Elections Within a Year  Audio Clip Available
    Sydia Toure of the opposition Union of Republican Forces party says Guineans want a democratically elected government to get international financial institutions support


    Somali interirm President Abdullahi Yusuf (file  photo) Somali President Yusuf Resigns
    Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed announces his resignation, says he has not been able to bring security to his country


    Somali interirm President Abdullahi Yusuf (file  photo) Somali President Resignation Called Patriotic, Courageous  Audio Clip Available
    UN Special Envoy to Somalia praises peaceful move by Abdullahi Yusuf


    Zimbabwean human rights activist Jestina Mukoko arrives at magistrate's court in Harare, 24 Dec 2008 Zimbabwe: Imprisoned Abductees Appear in Court
    Jestina Mukoko and eight others have denied the allegations that they were involved in a plot to overthrow President Robert Mugabe


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