Enquiries and Scholarships
Initial enquiries to study at Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research should be directed to the relevant research project supervisor, or research group leader. The current student booklet summarises each research project and includes contact details for the relevant supervisor.
Student Handbook and Application forms:
Our Student Handbook contains information about each research project, supervisors' contact details as well as a list of scholarships you may be eligible to apply for.
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Student Handbook 2008/09 (pdf)*
Application forms can be found at the back of the booklet, or click below:
Vacation Scholarship Application form [pdf]
Postgraduate Scholarship Application form [pdf]
Vacation scholarships:
Vacation scholarships are available for students to carry out a research project at the Institute over the summer vacation.
Prince Henry’s Institute Vacation Scholarship
The scholarship provides a stipend for up to 8 weeks at $250.00 per week. Applications close on October 31, 2007.
National Heart Foundation Vacation Scholarship
Prince Henry’s Institute is an approved institution to carry out a project in a cardiovascular area under the National Heart Foundation Scheme. Applications close at 5pm on August 3, 2007 and application forms can be obtained from the National Heart Foundation or Prince Henry's Institute. The duration of the scholarship is from 6-8 weeks.
The Cancer Council of Victoria Vacation Scholarship
Prince Henry’s Institute is an approved institution to carry out a project in a cancer related area under the Anti Cancer Council of Victoria Scheme. Applications in 2006 closed on 21 September, please contact the Cancer Council for 2007 application dates. The duration of the scholarship is for 6 weeks.
Scholarships for PhD Study
For these scholarships, which are to carry out a study leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, students must be suitably qualified [at least BSc (Hons), BMedSci or MBBS or equivalent degrees]. Consultation and finalisation of a project with an appropriate Prince Henry’s supervisor is important before submitting an application form.
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Prince Henry’s Institute Postgraduate Scholarships
Two new Scholarships recently announced for 2008!!
PhD Scholarship in Reproductive Biology
Prince Henrys Institute of Medical Research and Dept of Anatomy &
Developmental Biology, Monash University
Our knowledge of the factors that regulate the supply, activation and growth of ovarian follicles is important for an understanding of conditions such as premature ovarian failure, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and anovulation all of which impact fertility in women.
A PhD research project is available in 2008 for studies of the factors that regulate the establishment, activation, development, and growth of ovarian follicles in a range of animal models that alter gene activity, follicle supply, and the actions of estrogens in the fetal and postnatal ovary. The controversial notion that follicles may self-renew from as yet unidentified stem cell populations from intra- or extra ovarian sources will form part of these studies. Techniques will include: gene expression, histology, immunocytochemistry, confocal and stereological analysis, electron microscopy, 2-D and 3-D biomapping, animal surgery, data analysis and publication.
Chief Investigators/Supervisors for this project are Prof Jock Findlay (Prince Henry’s Institute of Medical Research) and Assoc Prof Jeff Kerr (Anatomy & Developmental Biology, Monash University).
The work will be conducted in both sites which are 10 min apart by car.
Award
The scholarship is for a period of 3 years, stipend up to $25,000 per annum (tax free). A 6 month extension may be available. Allowances for travel and support for thesis preparation will apply.
Eligibility
Full-time. Honours 1 or 2A or equivalent.
Availability
From 2008. Closing date 3 March 2008
Enquiries
Assoc Prof Jeff Kerr, jeff.kerr@med.monash.edu.au
Ph 03-99052723 Fax 03-99052766
Applications in writing or email to:
Assoc Prof Jeff Kerr, Dept of Anatomy & Developmental Biology,
School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Monash University,
Victoria 3800. Include CV, academic record, contact details for 2 or 3 referees.
Montgomery Foundation PhD Scholarship 2008
A Montgomery Foundation PhD scholarship is available for a talented and highly motivated PhD scholar in the Uterine Biology Laboratory of Prince Henry’s Institute. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Senior Research Fellow Dr Guiying Nie and Professor Lois Salamonsen on a project examining the role of a newly identified gene in the interface between aging and cancer. The scholarship provides a stipend of $25,000 per year for 3 years. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents.
It is increasingly recognized that cancer occurs predominantly in older persons. More than 60% of new cancers and more than 70% of cancer deaths occur in people over the age of 65 years. Although it is well accepted that aging and cancer are intertwined, our knowledge about the relationship between aging and cancer at the biological levels is very limited; studies that address this knowledge gap are urgently needed.
We have recently cloned a new gene which we first identified in the placenta. Mice in whom this gene has been deleted spontaneously develop a number of cancers as they age. These mice thus provide a unique animal model and an exciting opportunity to address the biological interrelationship between aging and cancer. This project will identify the biological reasons why older mice lacking this new gene are prone to develop cancer, and determine the roles of this gene in cancer development and progression with aging in the human population.
Closing Date: 29th February 2008
Enquiries:
Dr Guiying Nie
tel. 03 9594 4380
email:
guiying.nie@princehenrys.org
Australian Postgraduate Award (APA)
This scholarship is awarded through Monash University and is awarded for a period of 3 years. Applications close late in October. For study at Prince Henry’s Institute, the application must be filled out in consultation with a Prince Henry’s Institute supervisor. Overseas students are not eligible. Applications close October 31, 2007.
Monash Graduate Scholarship (MGS)
This scholarship is awarded through Monash University for a period of 3 years. Applications close in late October. For study at Prince Henry’s Institute, the application must be filled out in consultation with a Prince Henry’s Institute supervisor. Overseas students are eligible. Applications close October 31, 2007.
National Heart Foundation of Australia Postgraduate Research Scholarships
Prince Henry’s Institute is an approved institution to carry out postgraduate work in a cardiovascular area under the National Heart Foundation Scheme. Applications close at 5pm on 16 July 2007. Application forms can be obtained from Prince Henry’s Institute. The application requires a detailed research project and should be formulated in consultation with a Prince Henry’s Institute supervisor.
Cancer Council of Victoria Postgraduate Scholarship
Prince Henry’s Institute is an approved institution to carry out a project in a cancer related area under the Anti Cancer Council of Victoria Scheme. Applications usually close in early November. Contact the Cancer Council for the current closing date for applications.
National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Scholarships
These scholarships are for Australian residents. All application forms are obtainable from Prince Henry’s Institute. Medical and Science Scholarships are available for a maximum duration of 3 years - Applications for the 2007 scholarships are now closed. The 2008 round will open in May 2007.
Other Scholarships
From time to time special scholarships are also available through Prince Henry’s Institute. Up to date information about these can be obtained only by direct contact with the Director of the Institute.
Further Study options
The Education Program in Reproductive Biology (EPRB)
The Education Program in Reproductive Biology (EPRB) is a joint venture of the Monash Institute of Reproduction and Development and Prince Henry's Institute of Medical Research in association with the Departments of Physiology, Pharmacology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Anatomy. A number of courses are available, including The Graduate Diploma and Master of Reproductive Sciences, the Master of Clinical Embryology and the Graduate Diploma in the Biotechnologies of Life
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