By taking advantage of the latest advances in stem cell science, human skin can now be transformed into functional neurons. This project will compare the electrophysiology & synaptic biology of neurons derived from patients to those of healthy individuals. The student will have supervisory input from a number of experts in their fields, & need to be able to thrive in a cross-disciplinary environment.
The successful applicant must enrol through the UNSW’s School of Psychiatry & will be based with the Regenerative Neuroscience Group. Essential Criteria: An honours degree in Science, Health Sciences or equivalent, or a degree in Medicine; demonstrated aptitude for research; excellent academic record. Scholarship details: equivalent to Australian Postgraduate Award, or $10,000 top-up is offered per annum to outstanding candidates with an existing APA. Both local & international applicants are encouraged to apply. See also http://psych.med.unsw.edu.au/psychweb.nsf/page/brainage
Study Subject: Regenerative Neuroscience
Web Address: http://www.grs.unsw.edu.au/futurestudents/apply.html
Provided By: University of New South Wales
To be undertaken at: University of New South Wales.
Level: Post Graduate
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from November 22, 2010 until December 15, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is unspecified (total may vary). This award is to be used for living expenses and fees. This scholarship is paid unspecified for the period of 3 years, reviewed annually.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than February 1, 2011 and no later than December 31, 2013.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the university. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Main Contact
Michael Valenzuela (Senior Research Fellow)
Brain & Ageing Research Program
Email: michaelv@unsw.edu.au
PhD Scholarship Neural Stem Cell, Australia
