Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development in Southwest China
Typical application deadline:
January
Contact Name:
Dr. Teri Allendorf
Page last updated:
12/01/2009
Application Deadline:
January 29, 2010
Contact Phone:
(608) 262-3946
Contact e-mail:
allendorf@wisc.edu
Funding source home page:
University of Wisconsin-Madison NSF IGERT China Program
weblinks:
Program information
"Research theme" information
Applicant Eligibility:
Masters
Ph.D.
Applicant Eligibility Comments:
US citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled in PhD or MS programs. Preference is given to UW-Madison students.
Keywords:
Asia
Biodiversity
Conservation Biology
Ecosystem
Global change
International
Minority
People
Research/field research
Sustainability/Sustainable Development
Women
Amount:
up to $4,000
Funding Abstract:
Grants of up to $4,000 each, including at least $1,500 for international travel and up to $2,500 for research, that will support the objectives of the grant are available for: PhD students who have research tools they are using elsewhere and with a small grant could complete a comparative study of NW Yunnan and their primary area of focus, MSc students who will conduct summer research important to the IGERT objectives.
Type of Funding:
Grant
Application Process and Required Materials:
Candidates for an associate’s grant should submit:
- Official transcripts including GPA and GRE scores.
- A statement outlining the importance of their research and presenting a research plan. They should make reference to our three macro themes and the three issues outlined under each rubric (see Research Themes). This statement should be three to five pages in length and include a detailed budget.
- A letter of recommendation from their academic advisor. The application can be accompanied by up to two additional letters of support.
Fund Usage:
Research, travel.
Funding Restrictions:
Must prepare written research results of publishable quality.
Fields of Study:
Environmental Policy and Planning
Sustainable Systems
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