Overview
Bluetongue viruses (BTVs) are prominent internationally and have in recent years assumed a high profile because of unprecedented disease outbreaks spanning Western Europe, the Scandinavian countries and England. This could be repeated in NSW causing disease outbreaks in susceptible sheep and cattle. This project aims to advance our knowledge of BTV biology and distribution, create techniques to rapidly quantify insect populations, detect viruses and identify areas of increased risk of disease outbreaks caused by bluetongue viruses. Expected project outcomes include techniques to rapidly quantify insect populations, detect viruses and identify areas of increased risk of disease outbreaks caused by bluetongue viruses.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate needs to have completed an undergraduate degree in biomedical or veterinary sciences, have some research experience (Honours or Master’s degree), good analytical and communication skills, and be prepared to undertake both laboratory and field-based studies. The candidate will be based at either EMAI Menangle or The Faculty of Veterinary Science Camden, with time spent at both institutions as required.
Closing date:
30 November 2010
Amount awarded:
The scholarship stipend is $35,000 pa (tax exempt) from 2011 to 2013.
Application guide:
For further information, contact Professor Michael Ward (Phone: 02 9351 1607; Fax: 02 9351 1618: Email michael.ward@sydney.edu.au)
Source: http://agile2.ucc.usyd.edu.au/ro/opportunities/scholarships/667
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
Bluetongue viruses (BTVs) are prominent internationally and have in recent years assumed a high profile because of unprecedented disease outbreaks spanning Western Europe, the Scandinavian countries and England. This could be repeated in NSW causing disease outbreaks in susceptible sheep and cattle. This project aims to advance our knowledge of BTV biology and distribution, create techniques to rapidly quantify insect populations, detect viruses and identify areas of increased risk of disease outbreaks caused by bluetongue viruses. Expected project outcomes include techniques to rapidly quantify insect populations, detect viruses and identify areas of increased risk of disease outbreaks caused by bluetongue viruses.
Eligibility:
The successful candidate needs to have completed an undergraduate degree in biomedical or veterinary sciences, have some research experience (Honours or Master’s degree), good analytical and communication skills, and be prepared to undertake both laboratory and field-based studies. The candidate will be based at either EMAI Menangle or The Faculty of Veterinary Science Camden, with time spent at both institutions as required.
Closing date:
30 November 2010
Amount awarded:
The scholarship stipend is $35,000 pa (tax exempt) from 2011 to 2013.
Application guide:
For further information, contact Professor Michael Ward (Phone: 02 9351 1607; Fax: 02 9351 1618: Email michael.ward@sydney.edu.au)
Source: http://agile2.ucc.usyd.edu.au/ro/opportunities/scholarships/667
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this scholarship
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