Information for MRSEC Participants

Opportunities

The information in this section is provided for the convenience of MRSEC Participants.

MRSEC has compiled a list of opportunities available, including University of Maryland Graduate School's workshops and courses in a variety of topics including thesis and dissertation completion, effective job interviewing skills, CVs and cover letters, and information on national scholarships and fellowships. The MRSEC strongly encourages graduate students and post docs to learn about these opportunities and participate in graduate school programs that provide support, training, and guidance in these areas.

Past opportunities are available to view in the archive.

Follow us:

Quick link to opportunities on this page for: Postdoctoral Researchers Graduate Students

For Postdoctoral Researchers

Funding Opportunities

Student Project Travel Grants through the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

These grants are part of ICMR's Developing Region grant competition, currently in the 2010/2011 academic year. This is an annual program which is expected to last for five years.

The intent of these grants is to offset the costs of students traveling to developing world regions to implement projects. Eligible students will be those attending US universities with a demonstrated intent to perform research in a materials related area. The project that the travel is related to must have a materials component and be specifically related to developing world problems.

Travel grants will be limited to approximately $3,000 per student trip. ICMR anticipates funding up to 10 students per year. Conference travel is not supported under this grant program.

Applications are accepted at any time but for full consideration should be received by May 1, 2010 for travel from July through December, and by November 1, 2010 for travel from January through June.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a description of the project and/or travel, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students or postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are limited to three pages. Consideration will be given to applications for both travel and research (see below) related to the same project, in which case the applicant should clarify whether or not the travel and research components can be funded independently.
Research and Development Seed Grants through the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

These grants are part of ICMR's Developing Region grant competition, currently in the 2010/2011 academic year. This is an annual program which is expected to last for five years.

These grants will help fund materials related research projects and development with a developing world focus. They are seed grants which are intended to initiate smaller scale projects and collaborations for novel materials applications. Projects could include the development of specialized devices using novel materials, or field trials of existing materials technology adapted to the developing world. Grants must be made by a joint US-developing world team. Emphasis will be given to projects proposed by student teams.

ICMR anticipates funding between 4 and 8 projects with costs ranging between $5,000 and $10,000. The duration of the project should be specified and may be up to one year. Renewal funding will be considered but will not have as high a priority as new projects.

Applications are accepted at any time but for full consideration should be received by May 15th.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a description of the project and/or travel, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students or postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are limited to three pages. Consideration will be given to applications for both travel (see above) and research related to the same project, in which case the applicant should clarify whether or not the travel and research components can be funded independently.
International Research Fellowships from the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

ICMR International Research Fellowships support research visits to non-US laboratories for graduate students, post-docs and junior faculty affiliated with US Institutions. Typical durations are a few weeks - 3 months, with award amounts for travel and expenses of up to $5000; ICMR anticipates that the applicant will continue to receive their regular salary support from their home institution. Conference travel is not supported.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a 1-page description of the collaboration, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students and postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are welcome at any time, but should be received by March 24th for fullest consideration. Our funding structure prioritizes collaborations with countries that are not in Western Europe. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Ybarra at Ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu.
Humboldt Research Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers

For Graduate Students

Funding Opportunities

New Developments in the Field of Synchrotron Radiation - "Advanced School" in Brazil, January 2011
The State of São Paulo would like to increase the number of foreign pos-docs. For that, it is creating “Advanced schools” (5 per year) on different topics. The goal is to have 100 students, during their PhD: 50% from Latin America and 50% from other parts of the world. The idea is to show them domains that have moved quickly in the last few years. We have proposed to have one on "The new developments in the field of Synchrotron Radiation." The school will not deal with the techniques, but with the scientific domains: structural biology, 3D imaging, magnetism, nanosciences, catalysis, etc. Most of the students will probably not be familiar with Synchrotron Radiation, so they could learn about new possibilities for their research.

Dates: From January 17th till 25th 2011, followed by 2 days visiting universities in Sao Carlos, Campinas and Sao Paulo.

strong>Submission of Applications: Application period from July 01st till October 15th, 2010. The acceptance of the school will be notified by e-mail on October 18th, 2010.

Location: Brazilian Synchrotron Light Laboratory (LNLS – CAMPINAS, SP – BRAZIL)
Rua Giuseppe Máximo Scolfaro, 10.000 – Pólo II de Alta Tecnologia – Campinas – SP

Information: Roberta Santarosa Colleto (roberta.colleto@lnls.br)

Organization: Lodging, transportation and air tickets will be covered and organized by the School.
Student Project Travel Grants through the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

These grants are part of ICMR's Developing Region grant competition, currently in the 2010/2011 academic year. This is an annual program which is expected to last for five years.

The intent of these grants is to offset the costs of students traveling to developing world regions to implement projects. Eligible students will be those attending US universities with a demonstrated intent to perform research in a materials related area. The project that the travel is related to must have a materials component and be specifically related to developing world problems.

Travel grants will be limited to approximately $3,000 per student trip. ICMR anticipates funding up to 10 students per year. Conference travel is not supported under this grant program.

Applications are accepted at any time but for full consideration should be received by May 1, 2010 for travel from July through December, and by November 1, 2010 for travel from January through June.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a description of the project and/or travel, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students or postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are limited to three pages. Consideration will be given to applications for both travel and research (see below) related to the same project, in which case the applicant should clarify whether or not the travel and research components can be funded independently.
Research and Development Seed Grants through the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

These grants are part of ICMR's Developing Region grant competition, currently in the 2010/2011 academic year. This is an annual program which is expected to last for five years.

These grants will help fund materials related research projects and development with a developing world focus. They are seed grants which are intended to initiate smaller scale projects and collaborations for novel materials applications. Projects could include the development of specialized devices using novel materials, or field trials of existing materials technology adapted to the developing world. Grants must be made by a joint US-developing world team. Emphasis will be given to projects proposed by student teams.

ICMR anticipates funding between 4 and 8 projects with costs ranging between $5,000 and $10,000. The duration of the project should be specified and may be up to one year. Renewal funding will be considered but will not have as high a priority as new projects.

Applications are accepted at any time but for full consideration should be received by May 15th.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a description of the project and/or travel, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students or postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are limited to three pages. Consideration will be given to applications for both travel (see above) and research related to the same project, in which case the applicant should clarify whether or not the travel and research components can be funded independently.
International Research Fellowships from the International Center for Materials Research (ICMR) at UC Santa Barbara

ICMR International Research Fellowships support research visits to non-US laboratories for graduate students, post-docs and junior faculty affiliated with US Institutions. Typical durations are a few weeks - 3 months, with award amounts for travel and expenses of up to $5000; ICMR anticipates that the applicant will continue to receive their regular salary support from their home institution. Conference travel is not supported.
How to Apply:
Application materials, consisting of a 1-page description of the collaboration, emphasizing the nature and motivation for the international component, a short CV and (for students and postdocs) a letter of support from the advisor, should be sent to the ICMR Program Coordinator, Jennifer Ybarra (ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu). Applications are welcome at any time, but should be received by March 24th for fullest consideration. Our funding structure prioritizes collaborations with countries that are not in Western Europe. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Ybarra at Ybarra@icmr.ucsb.edu.

Professional Development

Ph.D. Completion Workshop Series provided by UMD Graduate School
Complete List of Graduate School Workshops Please note that not all courses are available every semester. See "Sections" available after each listing.