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A label-free nanosensor system based on molecular recognition
Postgraduate studies in Physics at the Division of Synchrotron Radiation Research and in collaboration with ENI AB, a private nanotechnology company, - having a focus on spectroscopic and microscopic investigations of the interactions between solid surfaces and molecules and development of a label free nanosensor system.
Nanosensors are already today in practical use in many applications. The principal detection scheme is often based on molecular recognition between a target molecule and a suitable binding molecular structure, a kind of a key-lock system. However, the successful binding event is most often signalled by the use of a reporter (label) system, such as a label molecule, being bound to the target molecule. The function of the label molecule is to report when the target molecule have been bound. Such reporting systems may interfere with the binding event and hence create false signals or even worse, fundamentally change the binding situation. Hence, in this research project we will investigate a label-free detection scheme that will circumvent the discussed problems allowing a reporting event without the use of a label.
Eligible candidates
The successful candidate should have a strong background in Physics, Chemistry, Nanotechnology, or Materials Science. He or she should have a strong interest in working within the realm of Nanotechnology, which is an area on the border between Physics, Chemistry & Life Science. Furthermore, the candidate should be interested in developing complimentary skills in the biotechnology area.
ENI AB is a private company specializing in promoting, initiating, facilitating and exploring business opportunities within the nanoscience sector. ENI AB is engaged in several areas of nanotechnology, especially nanoimprint, electron beam and next generation lithography solutions as well as advanced biosensors and nano-recognition devices. The postgraduate studentship is financed by ENI AB.
The project will be carried within the framework of the Marie Curie Initial Training Network SMALL, which is funded by the European Commission, and which is composed of 11 partner universities, institutes, and companies in six European countries. The webpage of SMALL can be found at http://www.small-itn.eu, from where also further information on the network is available.
Eligibility/Entry Requirements
As a basic requirement, the applicant needs to have acquired a university degree at the advanced level, corresponding to at least 240 ECTS credits, at least 60 of which at the advanced level. Alternatively, the candidate needs to have acquired documented corresponding knowledge.
For the present position, we require a Master?s degree in Physics, Technical Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Nanoscience, or Nanotechnology. Experience with nanotechnology fabrication, surface science instrumentation and methods are considered a merit.
Since the project will be carried within the Marie Curie Initial Training Network SMALL the mobility rules for Marie Curie actions set forth by the European Commission apply. In short, with few exceptions transnational mobility is required of all candidates. You are eligible to apply only if you present residence lies in another country than Sweden. You may also apply if you are not a Swedish citizen and have had your residence in Sweden for less than one year prior to the date of your application. For more detailed information on the eligibility rules, please visit http://www.small-itn.eu.
Basis of Assessment
Regulations concerning the appointment of postgraduate students can be found in decree SFS 1998:80. The candidates will be selected from among the qualified applicants based on their ability to carry out postgraduate studies. In addition to pursuing postgraduate studies, postgraduate students may be required to perform other duties ? including teaching, research and administration ? according to the specific regulations in the above mentioned decree.
Last Day of Applying 2010-10-15
For further information please contact:
Joachim Schnadt, Docent, researcher
046-2223925
joachim.schnadt@sljus.lu.s
Lars Montelius, Professor
046-2227147
lars.montelius@ftf.lth.se
Evert Stenlund, Professor, dean of postgraduate studies
046-2227669
evert.stenlund@hep.lu.se
Source: http://admin.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=22598&Dnr=351069&Type=E
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
A label-free nanosensor system based on molecular recognition
Postgraduate studies in Physics at the Division of Synchrotron Radiation Research and in collaboration with ENI AB, a private nanotechnology company, - having a focus on spectroscopic and microscopic investigations of the interactions between solid surfaces and molecules and development of a label free nanosensor system.
Nanosensors are already today in practical use in many applications. The principal detection scheme is often based on molecular recognition between a target molecule and a suitable binding molecular structure, a kind of a key-lock system. However, the successful binding event is most often signalled by the use of a reporter (label) system, such as a label molecule, being bound to the target molecule. The function of the label molecule is to report when the target molecule have been bound. Such reporting systems may interfere with the binding event and hence create false signals or even worse, fundamentally change the binding situation. Hence, in this research project we will investigate a label-free detection scheme that will circumvent the discussed problems allowing a reporting event without the use of a label.
Eligible candidates
The successful candidate should have a strong background in Physics, Chemistry, Nanotechnology, or Materials Science. He or she should have a strong interest in working within the realm of Nanotechnology, which is an area on the border between Physics, Chemistry & Life Science. Furthermore, the candidate should be interested in developing complimentary skills in the biotechnology area.
ENI AB is a private company specializing in promoting, initiating, facilitating and exploring business opportunities within the nanoscience sector. ENI AB is engaged in several areas of nanotechnology, especially nanoimprint, electron beam and next generation lithography solutions as well as advanced biosensors and nano-recognition devices. The postgraduate studentship is financed by ENI AB.
The project will be carried within the framework of the Marie Curie Initial Training Network SMALL, which is funded by the European Commission, and which is composed of 11 partner universities, institutes, and companies in six European countries. The webpage of SMALL can be found at http://www.small-itn.eu, from where also further information on the network is available.
Eligibility/Entry Requirements
As a basic requirement, the applicant needs to have acquired a university degree at the advanced level, corresponding to at least 240 ECTS credits, at least 60 of which at the advanced level. Alternatively, the candidate needs to have acquired documented corresponding knowledge.
For the present position, we require a Master?s degree in Physics, Technical Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Nanoscience, or Nanotechnology. Experience with nanotechnology fabrication, surface science instrumentation and methods are considered a merit.
Since the project will be carried within the Marie Curie Initial Training Network SMALL the mobility rules for Marie Curie actions set forth by the European Commission apply. In short, with few exceptions transnational mobility is required of all candidates. You are eligible to apply only if you present residence lies in another country than Sweden. You may also apply if you are not a Swedish citizen and have had your residence in Sweden for less than one year prior to the date of your application. For more detailed information on the eligibility rules, please visit http://www.small-itn.eu.
Basis of Assessment
Regulations concerning the appointment of postgraduate students can be found in decree SFS 1998:80. The candidates will be selected from among the qualified applicants based on their ability to carry out postgraduate studies. In addition to pursuing postgraduate studies, postgraduate students may be required to perform other duties ? including teaching, research and administration ? according to the specific regulations in the above mentioned decree.
Last Day of Applying 2010-10-15
For further information please contact:
Joachim Schnadt, Docent, researcher
046-2223925
joachim.schnadt@sljus.lu.s
Lars Montelius, Professor
046-2227147
lars.montelius@ftf.lth.se
Evert Stenlund, Professor, dean of postgraduate studies
046-2227669
evert.stenlund@hep.lu.se
Source: http://admin.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=22598&Dnr=351069&Type=E
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
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