Centre for Clinical Eye Research

Scholarship Description

Three PhD scholarships are available in the NH&MRC Centre for Clinical Eye Research, Department of Ophthalmology. The Centre is involved in clinical research in the major blinding diseases - cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and corneal disease. The Centre's core research faculty members have expertise in clinical trials, optics and aberrations, patient-centred health measurement, predicting surgical outcomes, molecular genetics, population health research, remote health care, research translation, alternative pathways to clinical care and biostatistics. The specific focus of the candidates PhD will be determined by their interests and academic background. Applicants can come from diverse fields such as psychology, biotechnology or medicine.

Reference Number: 1869
Study Subject: Ophthalmology
Web Address: http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships-system/main-display-scholarship-details.cfm?scholarship_id=225
Provided By: Flinders University
To be undertaken at:Flinders University.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to 2 people. Open for applications until October 31, 2008.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD29753 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 2 years if masters or 3 years if PhD.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES. It is required that your study starts no earlier than January 1, 2009 and no later than March 31, 2009.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, or Honours 2a or equivalent. Only citizens of Australia may apply.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.

    Main Contact
Assoc Prof Konrad Pesudovs
Phone: (08) 8204 4899
Email: konrad.pesudovs@flinders.edu.au
Address:
Department of Ophthalmology
Flinders University
Bedford Park
SA, Australia
5042

    Application forms
Scholarships Office (Flinders University)
Phone: (08) 8201 3115
Fax: (08) 8201 5175
Email: scholarships@flinders.edu.au
Web Site: http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships
Address:
GPO Box 2100
Adelaide
SA, Australia
5001