Would you like to join a team of interesting, motivated and hard- working people doing cutting edge research on autonomous distributed systems? In a unique collaboration on “Web service agreement negotiation and management in large scale autonomous distributed systems”, between the IIDS group at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the Man Machine Interaction Group at the University of Delft and Thales Research and Technology in the Netherlands, your focus will be on web service agreement negotiation and risk assessment (including approximation of dynamic, negotiation spaces). Simulations of large scale negotiation in domains of application such as crisis management, will be used for evaluation. Different policies, mechanisms, and protocols will be proposed, implemented and compared.
Requirements
We are looking for an outstanding candidate with a MSc degree in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence. Knowledge of distributed systems and an interest in negotiation and autonomic systems in addition to above described requirements work to your advantage.
Appointment
The appointment will be initially for 1 year. If the results are successful the appointed period will be prolonged for in totally 4 years, intended to result in a dissertation. You can visit our website www.vu.nl/vacatures for a review of working conditions at the VU.
Salary
Gross monthly salary starts at € 2.000,- in the first year and increases to € 2.558,- in the last year of the appointment, based on a fulltime employment.
Information and application
For more information about the IIDS group please see the IIDS website: www.iids.org. For more information about the position, please contact Professor Dr. Frances Brazier at frances@cs.vu.nl. Please send your application and CV, mentioning the vacancy number in the e-mail header or at the upper left corner of the letter and envelope, before March 24th, 2008 to VU University Amsterdam, Faculty of Science, department of Computer Science, Prof. Dr. F.M.T. Brazier, De Boelelaan 1083, 1081 HV Amsterdam, or by email to few-vacatures@few.vu.nl.
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Monday, March 3, 2008
Fulbright Tsunami Relief Initiative Program
Fulbright Tsunami Relief Initiative Program is specifically designed for individuals who wish to pursue an advanced degree at an American university in a discipline related to tsunami reconstruction efforts or future relief activity. Faculty members as well as other qualified individuals are eligible for these awards.
Applicant will possess:
Candidate should complete the 2008-2009 Application for the Fulbright Tsunami Relief Initiative Program which could be requested from AMINEF by mail or in person at the following address:
AMINEF
Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720.
Soft copy of the application can also be requested by sending an e-mail to infofulbright@aminef.or.id
Deadline: May 31, 2008. We do not accept e-mail application. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to AMINEF.
For more information click here
Applicant will possess:
- a Sarjana (S1) degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.00 scale)
- leadership qualities
- a good understanding of Indonesian and international cultures
- a demonstrated commitment to the chosen field of study relevant to tsunami reconstruction and/or relief efforts
- a minimum TOEFL score of 520 at the time of application.
Candidate should complete the 2008-2009 Application for the Fulbright Tsunami Relief Initiative Program which could be requested from AMINEF by mail or in person at the following address:
AMINEF
Gedung Balai Pustaka, 6th Floor
Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No. 4
Jakarta 10720.
Soft copy of the application can also be requested by sending an e-mail to infofulbright@aminef.or.id
Deadline: May 31, 2008. We do not accept e-mail application. Hard copies must be sent or delivered to AMINEF.
For more information click here
Sunday, March 2, 2008
New york fashion schools
New York today has been one of the most increasing the fashion capitols of the word. Besides Paris, people all over the world also look to New York for fashion styles and trends. It's a good time for you to studying fashion in New York. Now you can find a lot of fashion school in New York.
You can check alot of new york fashion schools that listed on fashion schools new york. Just mention one of them, Katharine Gibbs School - New York, NY.
The streets of New York are the birthplace of many fashion trends. It makes sense to attend school where you can witness first-hand, fashion being experimented upon, accepted, rejected, and everything that comes in between. That's why the Katherine Gibbs School in New York should be one of your top choices.
You can check alot of new york fashion schools that listed on fashion schools new york. Just mention one of them, Katharine Gibbs School - New York, NY.
The streets of New York are the birthplace of many fashion trends. It makes sense to attend school where you can witness first-hand, fashion being experimented upon, accepted, rejected, and everything that comes in between. That's why the Katherine Gibbs School in New York should be one of your top choices.
Saturday, March 1, 2008
PhD in International Studies, University of Trento
The University of Trento, is now inviting applications for its three-year doctoral programme in International Studies. The programme focuses on the study of International Law, International Economics and International Politics. It will be composed of at least 200 hours of structured coursework; a period of study outside Italy, and a dissertation, written under the supervision of faculty members and an external reader. All coursework will be in English and will be taught by members of the university’s multi-national faculty. Starting with the academic year 2008-2009 significant changes will be introduced to the programme of studies. Students interested in applying to the programme are advised to carefully read the annoucement of selection.
An application package plus the full text of the announcement can be downloaded from the download box on the right-hand side of the page.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY MARCH 17, 2008
Please note that applications must arrive at the University by the deadline. Applications received after the deadline will be disregarded.
Admission Requirements
Applications will be accepted from candidates, regardless of gender, age and nationality, who have graduated with excellent marks from a masters course, a four year Italian laurea, or an equivalent programme in one of the disciplines comprising international studies (economics, history, law, political science, political philosophy, sociology). Candidates from other disciplinary backgrounds may also apply, provided that their research project clearly falls within the field of international studies.
Students who intend to carry out research in the following areas are particulalrly encouraged to apply: European and International Politics; European, Comparative and International Law; Open Economy Macroeconomics, International Trade and International Financial History. One scholarship will be reserved for applicants with a research project in the area of trans-national crime. An additional scholarship is reserved for candidates with a research project in the area of politics of European and regional integration.
Language Requirements
The programme is conducted entirely in English and an excellent working knowledge of that language, including a proven writing ability, is an indispensable requirement for admission. Foreign students are required to obtain a working knowledge of the Italian language.
Applications
Applications must include :
* a photocopy of the applicant’s identity card or passport;
* a curriculum vitae in English;
* a research proposal (max 5 pages/2500 words) in English, in one of the areas studied in the International Studies programme. Candidates who also wish to be considered for one of the scholarships reserved for the fields of “Trans-National Crime” or “ Politics of European and Regional Integration”, must clearly indicate the field on the first page of their project;
* Applicants who hold a foreign degree should attach their degree certificate(s) and grade transcript(s) both in the original language and in English,
* two letters of recommendation in English or Italian (Appendix A and B) from experts in the doctoral research areas. The letters must be received in sealed envelopes and must be sent directly by the referees to the following address: Prof. Luigi Bonatti, School of International Studies, University of Trento, Via Verdi 8/10 – I-38100 Trento, Italy;
* certificate(s) attesting the knowledge of the English language (e.g. TOEFL, Certificate of Proficiency in English, or others), if English is not the mother tongue of the applicant;
Applications may include:
* A list of publications
* copies of (selected) publications;
* any other qualifications such as international examinations (GRE or equivalent);
* any other documents that attest to the research skills and abilities of the candidate.
Selection Procedure
The admissions process consists of two separate stages. In the first stage, the admission committee produces a short-list of candidates based on the evaluation of the application materials. In the second stage, thirty-minute interviews will be conducted with the short-listed candidates. Candidates who do not reside in Italy may avail themselves of the possibility to conduct the interview by telephone. After the conclusion of the interviews the admission committee will publish the final ranking. The interview stage will normally take place in early May and successful candidates will be notified in short order.
Scholarships
The programme offers a limited number of full scholarships renewable for three years subject to satisfactory academic appraisal. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, meaning that they will be offered to the top candidates of the final ranking. One scholarship will be reserved for applicants with a research project in the area of Trans-national Crime. An additional scholarship is reserved for candidates with a research project in the area of the Politics of European and Regional Integration.
Tuition Fees
The PhD programme currently does not charge tuition fees. Admitted students however are required to pay an annual student tax to the amount of roughly €120,00.
Residence Requirement
Studying for a PhD programme is a full-time commitment and we expect all our students to take up residence in the area. Students re required to be resident in Trento for 24 months during the 3-year programme. A limited number of subsidised apartments will be made available to foreign students. An orientation day will be held in September 2008 and coursework will start towards the end of that month.
Deadline: March 17, 2008
Via: official announcement
An application package plus the full text of the announcement can be downloaded from the download box on the right-hand side of the page.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY MARCH 17, 2008
Please note that applications must arrive at the University by the deadline. Applications received after the deadline will be disregarded.
Admission Requirements
Applications will be accepted from candidates, regardless of gender, age and nationality, who have graduated with excellent marks from a masters course, a four year Italian laurea, or an equivalent programme in one of the disciplines comprising international studies (economics, history, law, political science, political philosophy, sociology). Candidates from other disciplinary backgrounds may also apply, provided that their research project clearly falls within the field of international studies.
Students who intend to carry out research in the following areas are particulalrly encouraged to apply: European and International Politics; European, Comparative and International Law; Open Economy Macroeconomics, International Trade and International Financial History. One scholarship will be reserved for applicants with a research project in the area of trans-national crime. An additional scholarship is reserved for candidates with a research project in the area of politics of European and regional integration.
Language Requirements
The programme is conducted entirely in English and an excellent working knowledge of that language, including a proven writing ability, is an indispensable requirement for admission. Foreign students are required to obtain a working knowledge of the Italian language.
Applications
Applications must include :
* a photocopy of the applicant’s identity card or passport;
* a curriculum vitae in English;
* a research proposal (max 5 pages/2500 words) in English, in one of the areas studied in the International Studies programme. Candidates who also wish to be considered for one of the scholarships reserved for the fields of “Trans-National Crime” or “ Politics of European and Regional Integration”, must clearly indicate the field on the first page of their project;
* Applicants who hold a foreign degree should attach their degree certificate(s) and grade transcript(s) both in the original language and in English,
* two letters of recommendation in English or Italian (Appendix A and B) from experts in the doctoral research areas. The letters must be received in sealed envelopes and must be sent directly by the referees to the following address: Prof. Luigi Bonatti, School of International Studies, University of Trento, Via Verdi 8/10 – I-38100 Trento, Italy;
* certificate(s) attesting the knowledge of the English language (e.g. TOEFL, Certificate of Proficiency in English, or others), if English is not the mother tongue of the applicant;
Applications may include:
* A list of publications
* copies of (selected) publications;
* any other qualifications such as international examinations (GRE or equivalent);
* any other documents that attest to the research skills and abilities of the candidate.
Selection Procedure
The admissions process consists of two separate stages. In the first stage, the admission committee produces a short-list of candidates based on the evaluation of the application materials. In the second stage, thirty-minute interviews will be conducted with the short-listed candidates. Candidates who do not reside in Italy may avail themselves of the possibility to conduct the interview by telephone. After the conclusion of the interviews the admission committee will publish the final ranking. The interview stage will normally take place in early May and successful candidates will be notified in short order.
Scholarships
The programme offers a limited number of full scholarships renewable for three years subject to satisfactory academic appraisal. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, meaning that they will be offered to the top candidates of the final ranking. One scholarship will be reserved for applicants with a research project in the area of Trans-national Crime. An additional scholarship is reserved for candidates with a research project in the area of the Politics of European and Regional Integration.
Tuition Fees
The PhD programme currently does not charge tuition fees. Admitted students however are required to pay an annual student tax to the amount of roughly €120,00.
Residence Requirement
Studying for a PhD programme is a full-time commitment and we expect all our students to take up residence in the area. Students re required to be resident in Trento for 24 months during the 3-year programme. A limited number of subsidised apartments will be made available to foreign students. An orientation day will be held in September 2008 and coursework will start towards the end of that month.
Deadline: March 17, 2008
Via: official announcement
Italy: 2008 MSc Scholarships in Various Fields, Politecnico di Milano
Scholarships for Master of Science Programmes available for the year 2008/2009
Thanks to the cooperation with public and private partners, for the incoming year 2008/09 all the international students applying to one of our Master of Science courses taught in English, will be considered for merit based scholarships.
* CCIAA Camera di Commercio di Milano
* Fondazione Cariplo
* ICE
* Unioncamere
Programmes held in Como and Lecco campuses, entirely taught in English:
* Building Engineering
* Computer Engineering
* Civil Engineering
* Environmental Engineering
* Management Economics and Industrial Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
Scholarship for Management Economics and Industrial Engineering programme - One scholarship of 10,000€ offered by the Banca di Credito Cooperativo dell’Alta Brianza will be assigned to one foreign student from Ecuador that has been admitted for the academic year 2008/09 to the Master of Science programme in Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering offered in the Como campus.
Please visit, for detailed information on the scholarship
Programmes held in Milano campus, entirely taught in English:
* Architecture
* Urban Planning Policy Design
* Product Service system Design
* Computing System Engineering
* Material Engineering
All international students who fill-in the on-line application form and deliver the required documentation to the International Admission Office both during the first call (from October 15th 2007 to January 31st 2008 ) or second call (from February 1st to April 15th 2008), will automatically be considered for purely merit-based scholarship that covers both tuition fee and accommodation. Students obtaining a scholarship will have to pay only a nominal tuition fee of €144.
Via: official announcement
Thanks to the cooperation with public and private partners, for the incoming year 2008/09 all the international students applying to one of our Master of Science courses taught in English, will be considered for merit based scholarships.
* CCIAA Camera di Commercio di Milano
* Fondazione Cariplo
* ICE
* Unioncamere
Programmes held in Como and Lecco campuses, entirely taught in English:
* Building Engineering
* Computer Engineering
* Civil Engineering
* Environmental Engineering
* Management Economics and Industrial Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
Scholarship for Management Economics and Industrial Engineering programme - One scholarship of 10,000€ offered by the Banca di Credito Cooperativo dell’Alta Brianza will be assigned to one foreign student from Ecuador that has been admitted for the academic year 2008/09 to the Master of Science programme in Management, Economics and Industrial Engineering offered in the Como campus.
Please visit, for detailed information on the scholarship
Programmes held in Milano campus, entirely taught in English:
* Architecture
* Urban Planning Policy Design
* Product Service system Design
* Computing System Engineering
* Material Engineering
All international students who fill-in the on-line application form and deliver the required documentation to the International Admission Office both during the first call (from October 15th 2007 to January 31st 2008 ) or second call (from February 1st to April 15th 2008), will automatically be considered for purely merit-based scholarship that covers both tuition fee and accommodation. Students obtaining a scholarship will have to pay only a nominal tuition fee of €144.
Via: official announcement
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