TWAS-CASAREP Workshop on Climate Change for Young Scientists in sub-Saharan Africa (Fully-funded to Bangalore, India) 2018

The TWAS Central & South Asia Regional Partner (TWAS-CASAREP) in collaboration with Divecha Centre for Climate Change (DCCC), Indian Institute of Science, will be hosting a workshop on “Climate Change” in Bangalore, India from 5-7 December 2018. 

Application Deadline: 20th August 2018

Eligible Countries: sub-Saharan African countries

To Be Taken At (Country): Bangalore, India

About the Award: The workshop will include thematic lectures by eminent scientists followed by hands-on training on remote sensing, modelling and measurement techniques for climate-relevant parameters. There will also be poster and oral presentations by participants. This workshop will provide a platform for participants to learn outstanding grand challenges in climate, atmospheric and ocean sciences and also to discuss some of the recent research findings.

Type: Workshop

Eligibility: 

• Applications must be from young scientists under the age of 40 years from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in sub-Saharan Africa. 
• Applicants must have a science and engineering background with a Masters or PhD working in LDCs.
• Applications from female young scientists is highly encouraged.

Number of Awards: 18

Value of Award: Applicants will be fully sponsored.

Duration of Programme: 5-7 December 2018.

How to Apply: Applications should be directly forwarded to marvin@assaf.org.za by 20 August 2018. To be considered, applicants must complete the attached form in full and submit it with the supporting documents on or before the closing date:

• Latest CV with full contact details
• Candidate’s Biodata
• Application form
• Official call for nominations (for specifications and full details only)

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Award Providers: TWAS-CASAREP