Download Professor Kai Yip Cho Memorial Scholarship Promoting Excellence

Professor Kai Yip Cho
Memorial Scholarship
Promoting Excellence in Postgraduate Research
(Jointly funded by the Cho Family Endowment Fund and the University of Western Sydney)
The Professor Kai Yip Cho Memorial Scholarship was first established in 2009 through a gift from Professor
Cho’s family. Mrs Cho and her family created this scholarship to honour Professor Cho’s lifelong work and
research in microbiology and mushrooms. Professor Cho’s academic legacy continues through this
Scholarship at UWS. UWS is proud to support this scholarship through matching gifts with the Cho family.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 JUNE 2013
Objectives
The objectives of the award are to:
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Enhance the research outcomes of Doctoral students studying Biochemistry or Microbiology at the University of
Western Sydney.
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Promote research excellence and innovation.
Funding
Two scholarships are available, each providing a top-up of $7,500 per year to the candidate’s existing full-time
scholarship ($3,750 per year for part-time scholarships). The top-up will be paid in equal fortnightly instalments.
Eligibility
Applicants must have commenced their Doctoral programme at UWS in 2013 in the area of Biochemistry or
Microbiology or undertaking a project with considerable emphasis on either of these areas. International and domestic
students are eligible to apply. Applicants must already be in receipt of a stipend scholarship to pursue their Doctoral
studies (e.g. Australian Postgraduate Award, International Postgraduate Research Scholarship).
Reporting
Successful applicants will be required to provide a yearly progress report in October of each year to the University. This
report is in addition to any other reporting requirements including UWS Annual Progress Reports, ARC Progress
Reports etc.
Application Process
Applicants must submit:
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a completed application form (see following pages).
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a full CV (research experience, including any research positions held, refereed publications, popular articles,
presentations at conferences and prizes).
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a letter of support from their Principal Supervisor.
The adjudication panel will announce the successful applicant/s no later than Friday 19 July 2013. The University
reserves the right not to award the scholarship.
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Professor Kai Yip Cho
Memorial Scholarship
Application Form
Applicant Details
Name:
Student ID:
Centre/School/Institute:
Principal Supervisor:
Candidature
Commencement Date:
Enrolment Mode:
□ Full-time □ Part-time
Daytime Phone:
Eligibility
Please tick the boxes as appropriate:
Essential Criteria
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I commenced my Doctoral candidature at UWS in 2013.
I am undertaking study in the area of Biochemistry or Microbiology or my project has a strong emphasis on
either Biochemistry or Microbiology.
I am currently receiving a stipend scholarship to undertake my Doctoral study.
Additional Criteria (not compulsory)
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I am currently experiencing financial hardship (please include a statement and/or documentation to support
your claim.
1. Title of Doctoral Research Project
2. Brief Summary of Doctoral Project (500 words)
Describe the objectives of the project and the expected outcomes. Describe how the outcomes will advance your
field of research. Indicate how the project is related to biochemistry or microbiology.
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3. Enhanced Outcomes (300 Words)
Describe how the scholarship will enhance the outcomes associated with your Doctoral research and promote the
excellence of research at UWS.
4. Current Scholarship Support
Are you currently receiving a stipend scholarship to undertake your doctoral study? Yes
If yes,
Name of scholarship:
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No
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Duration of the scholarship:
From: .......................... To: ..................................
What is the monetary value of the scholarship per year? AUD$
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Awarded by which university/organisation?
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5. Special Circumstances
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Do you wish to apply for the scholarship under a financial hardship provision?
Yes
No
If yes, please attach a confidential statement in a sealed envelope and original (or certified copies of) supporting
documentation which briefly describes your circumstances.
6. Academic Referees
All applicants must provide details of two academic referees.
First Referee
Second Referee
Name:
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Position:
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Organisation
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Organisation
Phone:
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Email:
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7. Attachments
I attach details of:
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Full CV (research experience including any research positions held, refereed publications and popular articles,
presentations at conferences and prizes).
Letter of support from your principal supervisor must include indication of how the award will enhance the
outcomes associated with your research and promote excellence in research at UWS.
If you are experiencing financial hardship you must attach a statement and/or supporting documentation to
support your claim. This information will remain confidential.
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8. Declaration and Signature of Applicant:
I declare that I have read the information at the beginning of this form, and declare that all the information submitted
is true and complete.
I authorise the University to obtain available official records from any educational institution attended by me.
I understand that the University is not responsible if any institution does not provide these records.
I authorise the University to verify any information provided by me, including academic records and employment
details.
I understand that the University may reject my application or revoke any offer of scholarship if it finds any information
provided in relation to my application to be incomplete, inaccurate or misleading.
Signed:
Date:
Name:
Contacts:
Research Scholarships Development Officer
Ms Tracy Mills [email protected]
How to submit an application:
Post or email your completed application to:
Research Scholarships Development Officer
University of Western Sydney
Office of Research Services
Penrith Campus, Building K.1.42
Locked Bag 1797
PENRITH NSW 2751
Email: [email protected]
Office Use Only
Committee Recommendation:
Eligibility:
Application Supported:
All Attachments Received:
Supported by supervisor?:
Signed:
Name:
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Yes
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No
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