Published in the Research School of Physics Event Horizon
Vol45 Issue50 14–18 December 2020

2021 AINSE Honours Scholarships: applications now open (applications close 15 February 2021)

Eligible students from AINSE Member institutions who are enrolled in an Honours or Honours-equivalent program can now apply for the 2021 AINSE Honours Scholarship.

To be eligible for the AINSE Honours Scholarship, students must be:

• - Studying at a current financial AINSE Member Institution;
• - Enrolled in an Honours or Honours-equivalent Program; and
• - Either the Student or Supervisor must be conducting research at ANSTO, or processing prior AINSE-sponsored research data, in collaboration with an ANSTO staff member.

AINSE Honours Scholars will receive a A$5,000 stipend to assist them in their studies.

Applications close 15 February 2021. Students must complete the online application form through the AINSE Grants Portal and supply a copy of their official Academic Transcript, along with a reference from their university supervisor.

Selection is largely based on academic achievement and each application is assessed by a specialist committee that oversees the specified area of research.

For more information, including a link to the online application form and Terms & Conditions, please visit our website or contact AINSE on +61 2 9717 3376 / enquiries@ainse.edu.au.

2021 United Uranium Scholarship: applications now open (applications close 12 March 2021)

ANSTO are currently accepting applications for the 2021 United Uranium Scholarship. The closing date of entries for the 2021 scholarship is at 5pm (EST) on 12th March 2021.

The scholarship recognises outstanding ability and promises in the field of nuclear science and technology, specifically as it applies to nuclear energy. Successful applicants will demonstrate a history of interest in nuclear energy and a desire to continue this interest. Where possible, it is intended that the scholarship will be awarded annually.

The recipient(s) of the scholarship will receive up to the value of AUDS$6,000. The scholarship is open to ‘promising young scientists’ in the field of nuclear energy who want to extend their development in nuclear science and technology and who work/study in an Australian organisation or institution. The applicant must also be an Australian citizen.

Further details, including guidelines and an application form, can be found at ANSTO’s website.

See here for further details