Melbourne PhD Scholarships
Those considering a PhD at The University of Melbourne next year ought to check out the Melbourne Scholarships Office for information on the various forms of support available, including the APA, MRS, and numerous prestigious and industry-supported scholarships. A brochure is available here. Applications for most scholarships close on October 31st.
Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research Student Information Evening
The Ludwig Institute is holding a student information session for prospective Honours and PhD students (starting in 2009).
WHEN: Thursday, 11 September 5.30 pm - 7 pm
WHERE: The Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Reception, 6th floor , Centre for Medical Research, near the corner of Grattan Street and Royal Parade, Parkville (Entrance 5 opposite the University of Melbourne, Department of Microbiology)
Meet current students and supervisors, hear about a range of student benefits and discuss possible projects. Refreshments provided.
For more information, see their website, or contact A/Prof Joan Heath (Ph: 03 9341 3150). Download a flyer here.
ABSA Biocareers Night
The AusBiotech Student Association (ABSA) is holding a careers night on the 16th of October (note changed date), from 5:30 to 9:30pm, at the Melbourne Exhibition Building. Entry is $10 for non-ABSA members (but consider the free food and pens, and the possibility of obtaining gainful employment). Register at www.ausbiotech.org. More details are available here.
Bionic Ear Institute Open Day
The Bionic Ear Institute is having their open day for prospective students on the 4th of September, from 4 til 6pm, at 384 Albert St., East Melbourne. Please RSVP to Anne Coco by August 28. Here is an information sheet.
Given I’m a BEI flunky, I’d be remiss not to promote this particular event. While the BEI has, as one might imagine, focused on hearing research, it has now expanded to a number of medical bionics projects. These include devices for epilepsy control, targeted drug delivery, spinal repair, as well as the recently-publicised Australian bionic eye.
The institute is, in a very practical sense, multi-disciplinary. Cell biologists, molecular biologists, electrophysiologists, engineers, physicists, mathematicians, clinicians and more are all represented in the development of new medical devices and therapies, as well as basic research. We have labs at the Eye & Ear Hospital, St. Vincents Hospital, and the University of Melbourne. And, with all honesty, it’s a pretty fun and exciting place to work/study. Please think about dropping by, and I’ll attempt to convince you further in person. And, yes, refreshments will be provided.
WEHI Open Days for 2008
It’s fast approaching open day season for those considering Honours or PhD study next year. First up is the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) Open Days on the 1st and 2nd of September, from 3:45 to 6pm.
Program:
• Presentations by scientists and students.
• Tours of WEHI.
• Discussion of research projects with scientists.
• Meeting with current WEHI students.
• Complimentary refreshments.
Enquiries: Kelly Rodger: openday@wehi.edu.au
Ph: (03) 9345 2552
A good chance to chat with potential supervisors, and indulge in a little free food, the lifeblood of academia.
For more information, visit their website.
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