2011 Call for Applications for Doctoral Research Grants at University of Colombo, Sri Lanka

University of Colombo offers Research Scholarships for PhD Students in various subject 2011,  Sri Lanka

Study Subject(s):Agriculture and Food, Biotechnology , Engineering Sciences , Environment and Biodiversity , Fundamental Research , Health Science , Marine Science, Nanotechnology , Science Education , Social Science , Technology Development and Promotion , Water and Energy
Course Level:PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Scholarship can be taken at: Sri Lanka

Eligibility:
1. Hold a tenured position as an academic staff member, Research Officer or Scientific Assistant of the University of Colombo 2. Have a strong recommendation from the Supervisor 3. Register for a PhD degree with the University of Colombo

Scholarship Description: University of Colombo announces the availability of funds for research, as part of its plans to inculcate research culture amongst staff/students and to upscale the high quality / impact research, which in turn would improve the institutional grading in the global university ranking system. The objectives of providing these funds are to increase the number of doctoral-level degrees (PhDs) produced by the institute, increase the number of scientific publications made in indexed journals and enhance the impact of research on issues that are relevant to national development hence the applicants are requested to make maximum utilization of the grants that are available with the University of Colombo. Eligibility information: 1. Collaborative research grant proposals: Senior or Mid-career academics 2. Scholarships or Fellowships : Academics, Research officers and Scientific Assistants in the permanent cadre of the university

How to Apply: By post

Scholarship Application Deadline: 1st September 2011

Further Scholarship Information and Application