INSA Medal for Young Scientists 2013
Indian National Science Academy-INSA
INSA Medal for Young Scientists with the aim of recognizing young scientists of extraordinary promise and creativity who have made notable research contributions in Science and Technology. This award, considered to be the highest recognition of promise, creativity and excellence in a young scientist, is made annually to those distinguished for these attributes as evidenced by their research work carried out in India. Only those born on or after January 1, 1978 are eligible for consideration in the year 2013.
The awardee shall receive a certificate‚ a bronze medal, cash award of Rs. 25,000/- and seed amount to initiate research project and further scope for overseas training for advancement of career.
A candidate may be proposed by a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy or by earlier recipients of this award. Scientific societies of national standing, university faculty, post-graduate department or research institutions may also make nominations of eligible candidates.
Nomination proforma can be downloaded from website www.insaindia.org. Two hard copies and a soft copy (in MS-Word only) of the nomination, along with all supporting documents, must reach the Academy latest by October 31, 2012.
For more information visit: http://insaindia.org/
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Thursday, August 30, 2012
Friday, April 13, 2012
ICMR International Fellowships 2012
ICMR International Fellowships 2012
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) ICMR International Fellowships 2012
ICMR International Fellowships for Indian biomedical scientists
Number of fellowships: Young scientists-12; Senior scientists-6
Duration: 3-6 months for young scientists and 10-15 days for senior scientists
Eligibility:
* M.D/PhD degree with at least three years teaching/research experience for young scientists
* And atleast fifteen years teaching/research experience for senior scientists.
* Regular position in a recognized biomedical/research/health institution in India .
* Below 45 years of age for young and 55 years for senior scientists.
Financial support:
US $ 2400 per month, contingency grant of Rs.15,000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for young scientists. US $ 160 per day (including US$ 75 as per diem and rest for accommodation expenses) and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for senior scientists.
Note:- The applicant should submit a letter of acceptance from the foreign Institute where he/ she proposes to work along with a concrete plan of training / research work to be undertaken during the fellowship.
* Recommendation by the Head of the parent organization / institute is essential.
* Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
* Decision of ICMR will be final.
* If selected, the fellowship is to be availed before 28th February, 2013.
Ten copies of the application should be submitted to: International Health Division, Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Post Box No.4911, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.
Last date of receipt of applications: 30th April 2012
For more information visit : http://icmr.nic.in/
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) ICMR International Fellowships 2012
ICMR International Fellowships for Indian biomedical scientists
Number of fellowships: Young scientists-12; Senior scientists-6
Duration: 3-6 months for young scientists and 10-15 days for senior scientists
Eligibility:
* M.D/PhD degree with at least three years teaching/research experience for young scientists
* And atleast fifteen years teaching/research experience for senior scientists.
* Regular position in a recognized biomedical/research/health institution in India .
* Below 45 years of age for young and 55 years for senior scientists.
Financial support:
US $ 2400 per month, contingency grant of Rs.15,000/- and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for young scientists. US $ 160 per day (including US$ 75 as per diem and rest for accommodation expenses) and return economy class air ticket (excursion airfare) for senior scientists.
Note:- The applicant should submit a letter of acceptance from the foreign Institute where he/ she proposes to work along with a concrete plan of training / research work to be undertaken during the fellowship.
* Recommendation by the Head of the parent organization / institute is essential.
* Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
* Decision of ICMR will be final.
* If selected, the fellowship is to be availed before 28th February, 2013.
Ten copies of the application should be submitted to: International Health Division, Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Post Box No.4911, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.
Last date of receipt of applications: 30th April 2012
For more information visit : http://icmr.nic.in/
Sunday, December 4, 2011
TATA Young Researcher Award 2012
Young Researcher Award 2012 Lady Tata Memorial Trust
This Scheme is instituted by the Lady Tata Memorial Trust (LTMT) to recognize and reward young Indian scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences, a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems related to human diseases and potential for high quality research. Applicants should have publications in well recognized peer reviewed journals of repute and contributed to knowledge generation that has created significant impact in the field of translational possibilities.
The last date for receiving the dully filled application form at the Lady Tata Memorial Trust is Monday,16th January 2012
For detailed information sheet and application form visit : http://www.dorabjitatatrust.org/
This Scheme is instituted by the Lady Tata Memorial Trust (LTMT) to recognize and reward young Indian scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences, a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems related to human diseases and potential for high quality research. Applicants should have publications in well recognized peer reviewed journals of repute and contributed to knowledge generation that has created significant impact in the field of translational possibilities.
The last date for receiving the dully filled application form at the Lady Tata Memorial Trust is Monday,16th January 2012
For detailed information sheet and application form visit : http://www.dorabjitatatrust.org/
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists-FAST
FAST TRACK SCHEME FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS
The Department of Science and Technology, through Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists, provides quick research funding to young scientists below the age of 35 years (relaxable by 5 years in the case of SC/ST/OBC, woman and physically handicapped category) to undertake independent research in newly emerging and frontier areas of science and engineering. The details of the scheme are as follows:-
• OBJECTIVES
1. To provide quick research support to young scientists for pursuing exciting and innovative research ideas.
2. To provide opportunities for interaction and exchange of ideas with scientific community.
3. To involve young scientists in national S&T development process.
• ELIGIBILITY
1. The applicant should possess any of the following degrees:-
(a) Ph.D in Basic Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Chemical Science, Earth &
Atmospheric Science, Mathematical Science), Engineering/Technology,
Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Science or
equivalent.
(b) Masters degree in Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy,
Veterinary, Agriculture or equivalent.
2. The candidate should be less than 35 years on the date on which the application is
received in DST. However age relaxation of 5 years would be given to scientists
belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped category.
• FUNDING
1. The funding is provided up to a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overhead
charges) for a period not exceeding three years. If the proposed objectives can be
achieved in less than three years, the budget may be reduced accordingly.
2. Funds are provided for equipments, consumables, travel and contingency. Additionally, the applicant if not holding a regular position or not drawing any other fellowship/stipend/salary, can draw a fellowship amount of Rs.20,000/- per month (all inclusive). The fellowship amount is taxable. In cases, where the applicant is holding a regular position, he/she can seek a manpower at junior level (JRF, Project Assistant, etc.)
3. “Overhead Charges” @ 20% of the project cost will be provided to the implementing
institution over and above the project cost.
General Guidelines for Submission
1. The applicant should fulfill the eligibility criteria (education & age) as given under ‘Eligibility’.
2. The funding is upto a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overheads) for a period not exceeding three years.
3. All care must be taken to write a good scientific proposal (A copy of the model proposal is put on the website for reference). The proposal should contain significant novelty and should lead to enrichment of scientific knowledge in the field. Routine extension of Ph.D or any other work will be discouraged. The candidates who are unemployed and drawing fellowship from the project are encouraged to choose the place of work different from the place where they have completed
their Ph.D or other degree obtained in the immediate past.
4. Projects which involve Recombinant DNA work should be examined and certified by Institutional Biosafety Committee.
5. Projects, which are clinically oriented or projects, which involve experiments with human and/or animal material, should be examined and certified by Institutional Ethics Committee.
6. All the required information should be given in the text of the proposal itself and not as annexures.
7. Incomplete application and application lacking scientific/technical details will not be considered.
8. At the time of submission of proposals, it is not necessary to get it forwarded by any Institute/Laboratory.
9. Ten (10) copies of the proposal, in the format given below, neatly typed on A-4 size paper, should be submitted to DST at any time during the year to the following address:
Head, SERC
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Telefax: 011-26963695
Email: venktesh@nic.in
http://www.serc-dst.org/
The Department of Science and Technology, through Fast Track Scheme for Young Scientists, provides quick research funding to young scientists below the age of 35 years (relaxable by 5 years in the case of SC/ST/OBC, woman and physically handicapped category) to undertake independent research in newly emerging and frontier areas of science and engineering. The details of the scheme are as follows:-
• OBJECTIVES
1. To provide quick research support to young scientists for pursuing exciting and innovative research ideas.
2. To provide opportunities for interaction and exchange of ideas with scientific community.
3. To involve young scientists in national S&T development process.
• ELIGIBILITY
1. The applicant should possess any of the following degrees:-
(a) Ph.D in Basic Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Chemical Science, Earth &
Atmospheric Science, Mathematical Science), Engineering/Technology,
Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Science or
equivalent.
(b) Masters degree in Engineering/Technology, Medicine/Surgery, Pharmacy,
Veterinary, Agriculture or equivalent.
2. The candidate should be less than 35 years on the date on which the application is
received in DST. However age relaxation of 5 years would be given to scientists
belonging to SC/ST/OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped category.
• FUNDING
1. The funding is provided up to a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overhead
charges) for a period not exceeding three years. If the proposed objectives can be
achieved in less than three years, the budget may be reduced accordingly.
2. Funds are provided for equipments, consumables, travel and contingency. Additionally, the applicant if not holding a regular position or not drawing any other fellowship/stipend/salary, can draw a fellowship amount of Rs.20,000/- per month (all inclusive). The fellowship amount is taxable. In cases, where the applicant is holding a regular position, he/she can seek a manpower at junior level (JRF, Project Assistant, etc.)
3. “Overhead Charges” @ 20% of the project cost will be provided to the implementing
institution over and above the project cost.
General Guidelines for Submission
1. The applicant should fulfill the eligibility criteria (education & age) as given under ‘Eligibility’.
2. The funding is upto a maximum of Rs.17.00 lakhs (excluding overheads) for a period not exceeding three years.
3. All care must be taken to write a good scientific proposal (A copy of the model proposal is put on the website for reference). The proposal should contain significant novelty and should lead to enrichment of scientific knowledge in the field. Routine extension of Ph.D or any other work will be discouraged. The candidates who are unemployed and drawing fellowship from the project are encouraged to choose the place of work different from the place where they have completed
their Ph.D or other degree obtained in the immediate past.
4. Projects which involve Recombinant DNA work should be examined and certified by Institutional Biosafety Committee.
5. Projects, which are clinically oriented or projects, which involve experiments with human and/or animal material, should be examined and certified by Institutional Ethics Committee.
6. All the required information should be given in the text of the proposal itself and not as annexures.
7. Incomplete application and application lacking scientific/technical details will not be considered.
8. At the time of submission of proposals, it is not necessary to get it forwarded by any Institute/Laboratory.
9. Ten (10) copies of the proposal, in the format given below, neatly typed on A-4 size paper, should be submitted to DST at any time during the year to the following address:
Head, SERC
Department of Science & Technology
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Telefax: 011-26963695
Email: venktesh@nic.in
http://www.serc-dst.org/
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