Apply now for 2011 Global Rice Science Scholarship. DEADLINE for APPLICATIONS is on APRIL 30, 2011
IRRI looking for global rice science scholars
If you are about to enroll or conduct your Ph.D. research, you could be one of a new generation of rice scientists with a Global Rice Science Scholarship (GRiSS).
The 2011 GRiSS offers young agricultural scientists the chance to be experts in a scientific discipline and to have a broader understanding of global issues that affect rice science for development.
This is a great opportunity for scientists early in their career who are working in a national agricultural research and extension system in developing countries.
Research areas: rice science and related systems research
- agronomy
- crop physiology
- entomology
- plant pathology
- soil and water science
- plant breeding, and
- social sciences.
Types of scholarship
1. 3–4 years for a full Ph.D. program
2. Up to 3 years for a Ph.D. sandwich degree program
Scholarship benefits
- Round-trip airfare and related travel expenses
- Monthly stipend with local medical and accident insurance
- Research support
- Leadership and professional development funds
- University fees (with an upper limit)
GRiSS falls under the framework of the Global Rice Science Partnership (GRiSP), a single strategic goal and work plan for global rice research. GRiSP is led by IRRI and involves other centers under the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research.
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For more information please visit: http://grisp.irri.org/GlobalRiceScience-Scholarships