Biofuels

Scholarship Description

Biofuels are being increasingly used to replace oil-based fuels both nationally and globally. What sorts of biofuels are being grown, where and by whom? When land for food production is used to produce biofuels, what does this mean for local communities and for food security? Research team: Professor David Burch, Professor Geoffrey Lawrence and Dr Kristen Lyons

Reference Number:	4986
Study Subject:	The Political Economy of Biofuels
Web Address:	http://socialscience.uq.edu.au/
Provided By:	School of Social Science
To be undertaken at:	The University of Queensland.
Level:	Post Graduate

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from August 15, 2010 until February 28, 2011.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. 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: SOCIAL SCIENCES, HUMANITIES AND ARTS - GENERAL.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for study in Australia.

Application Details

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

Main Contact Dr Kristen Lyons (Senior Lecturer) School of Social Science Email: k.lyons3@uq.edu.au