Postgraduate Bursaries in Ecological Genetics of Invasive Species
Several opportunities at Honours, MSc and PhD level at the Centre for
Invasion Biology, Stellenbosch University
Please note: these bursaries are only for South Africans
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( votes)The C*I*B is a dynamic, internationally leading agency which undertakes
research to reduce the rate and impacts of biological invasions. We are
looking for several postgraduate students interested in ecological
genetics and molecular ecology, to form part of a major 5 year
collaborative project with the Working for Water Programme and the
University of Adelaide / Herbarium of South Australia.
Project details: The projects form part of a broader project to improve
our understanding and management of alien plant invasions using
molecular techniques. Component 1 focuses on what is essentially a
phylogeographic study of Australian plants invasive in South Africa
(more than 20 species of wattles and hakeas). We want to understand
how, why, and from where exactly plants were introduced. This
information is of direct applied benefit to classical biological control
efforts. But, by also comparing levels of genetic diversity; analysing
species for admixture and hybridization; studying for evidence of local
adaptation; and potentially exploring epigenetic differences; we will
address one of the most exciting and topical questions in biology: how
quickly can species evolve under new selection pressures? In the second
component we will extend the analysis to include insect and fungi
introduced for classical biological control. Finally, in component 3,
we want to combine mathematical models and ecological studies with
analyses of gene flow to understand dispersal distances and invasion
pathways of major invasive alien species in South Africa. We have a
quite a bit of flexibility in the projects, and expect that the students
would focus on issues or groups that interested them and, after
preliminary analysis, would identify additional research questions.
Requirements:
Hons: excellent marks at undergraduate level * a keen interest in
molecular ecology * excellent communication skills (speaking, reading,
writing) in English and sound mathematical literacy * ability to work
independently and take initiative * an interest of some of the main
issues in conservation * ability to work within a team * willingness to
work extended hours when required * knowledge of basic laboratory
etiquette * willingness to travel overseas for training.
MSc (in addition to the above): experience in working in a molecular lab
PhD (in addition to the above): evidence of producing work published or
publishable in international journals * presentations given at national
and/or international meetings.
Recommendations: Experience in working with micro-satellite markers *
experience of working with and analysing population genetic data *
experience of ecological field-work * papers published in international
journals * an interest in botany, ecology and/or social history.
Closing date: We are currently looking for students to start in the 2008
academic year, but enthusiastic candidates with out-standing academic
records may apply at any time of the year (except honours students who
must start beginning of February).
Enquiries: Dr John Wilson, [email protected]
More information about the DST-NRFCentre for Invasion Biology can be
found at http://www.sun.ac.za/cib
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please help me get a bursary.
To who it may concern,
I am 22 years old and currently doing Third year BCom (Economics) at Rhodes University. I would like to pursue honours/postgrad studies in Economics at Stellenbosch University or University of the Western Cape. However, I need financial assistance for tuition, residence, meals and books. I am financially deprived and from a previously disadvantaged background. Your help would be much appreciated.
Many thanks,
Sylvester
I am from a poor family from Gaudeng and I didnot get opportunity to study furtherly in South Africa due to political instabilities (liberation in 1984 – 1986/7). And my parents moved me to Lesotho where I completed mactric, Diloma in Agriculture and BSC (AGRIC)General at the National University of Lesotho. I send both qualifications to SAQA and it is considered to be comparable to a South African Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (evaluation).
I went back home seeking employment since from 2000 up to now. And I am working on contracts in Lesotho because I am a foreigner. For now I am jobless and it will be better if I further my studies at SU for postgraduate programmes in Agriculture. I have formulated research proposals for MSC (Agric) Animal Science MSC (Agric) Grassland Science and MSC (Agric) Agric Economics.I do not have any means of scholarship from any where and I desperately need your help. If there could be any possibility, i would like to pursue my studies by 2010 after admissions (immediately).
I do believe that this request will recieve your kind considerations.
THANK YOU
I’m a 25yr male with a Biological Science degree attained @ the University of Zululand (2004). In need of a financial support to do my honours in Environmental Management or Biology discipline, currently employed by the National department of Agriculture. If the is a part-time bursary fund will appreciate if you can hook me up, would love to enrol next year 2009. Please help me in this regard.
Patrick Thando Jonas: A Personal Profile
Although I come from a poor family in Eastern Cape, I’ve always viewed myself as an ambitious person, a self-starter and visionary. I am an absolute perfectionist and an unflinching disciplinarian.
Currently I’m studying fulltime completing a PhD in Public and Development Management at the School of Public Management and Planning in Stellenbosch University. My research will be completed
for a Doctorate degree in December 2010.
I have fifteen years teaching experience, ten of which were at schools of children with special needs. I was an educator at Nompumelelo School in Guguletu, Cape Town, specializing in Literacy, Numeracy and Technical Training, and also taught at Eureka Youth Care Centre. I went on to lecture Public Management in the Business Faculty at Cape Peninsular University of Technology for two years. I started studying part-time at Stellenbosch University and obtained my ADPA in 2000 and MPA in Public and Development Management in 2005. My master’s thesis was: “The Governance of Public Special Schools in the Western Cape” I went further to publish a peer-review article in an accredited academic journal, the Africanus and presented a paper at NALSED conference on the same topic at an invitation by the Department of Education. In 2007 I registered for PhD and I am currently conducting research project on “A Balanced Score-card for Monitoring and Evaluation of Governance of Public Schools”. My other interest is studying a “Multi-dimensional Approach to Training and Development of ‘Troubled’ and Disadvantaged Youth”.
In order to improve the education situation and as my immediate contribution to community, I intend to pursue three projects. One, complete the current research study to design ‘VUSSA’,(Vijon-Umzingisi Scorecard for School Assessment), an instrument to measure and enhance quality and standards of public education through improving school governance. Two, initiate ‘PEN’ (Professional Educators Network), an NGO and a voluntary network for all professionally inclined educators. It will apply open evaluations and reward merits on performance. And three, establishment of ‘Excella-20’ centres in towns and rural communities to assist Grade 12 learners in high performance learning.
Since I’m currently study full-time and do not have income and the bursary I get at the University so limited, I’m experiencing a serious problem. I am struggling to cater for my daily lunch while I’m working at Bellville Park Campus, Stellenbosch University. Often I work on an empty stomach, and I need to work from 8’oclock to 8’oclock, day after day, Monday to Friday. I really require assistance for daily meal, a daily food voucher or stipend of R 30 or R7500 for a year would definitely help.
Thank you & Great Regards
Patrick Thando Jonas (13260588)
Full-Time PhD Student – Public and Development Management
School of Public Management and Planning
Bellville Park Campus
University of Stellenbosch
P.O. Box 610
Bellville, Cape Town, South Africa
7535
Cell: 073 6216563 or (082 2221572
E-mail: [email protected]
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Thanks
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i’m baloyi matlharhi martin at the age of 21(male).i’m currently enrolling for an Bsc(honours) in Enironmental Management with the University of Venda(S.A).I will appreciate your help in securing a 100% schoolarship to enrol a Msc in Enironmental Management|Engineering with Wits or UCT.I’m
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Dear Solomon, Please explain more about which country you would like to apply for scholarships?
I am searching for scolarship which is fully funded.
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