Candidates under this Programme must be post-graduate researchers, already holding either an M.A. or M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) and wishing to pursue research work abroad during the period from 3 to 9 months with a view to enhancing knowledge in one of the four specific fields mentioned below: 

• Environment (with particular attention to Water Sciences);
• Intercultural Dialogue;
• Information and Communication Technologies;
• Peaceful conflict resolution;

Eligibility

• Candidates must be no more than 40 years of age.
• The selected Fellow must carry out the research under the auspices of an academic supervisor in a host institution. Confirmation of acceptance from the academic supervisor is imperative.
• Priority attention will be given to:
  • Women
  • Candidates from least developed countries (LDCs)
• Candidates must be proficient in reading and writing the language of instruction in the proposed country of study/research.
• Place of study: In one or two countries abroad.

The application must include the following attachments:

• Certified copies of degrees or diplomas (including transcript of grades) in duplicate. Proof of having obtained a Master’s Degree must be included;
• A letter of recommendation;
• A host institute’s letter of acceptance;
• A detailed description, one to two page(s) (maximum) of the research work for which the candidature is being put forward;

The Deadline for submission of applications to Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation is 22 November 2010
Relevant information on the application form and submission procedure can be found on: www.rustaveli.org.ge

Contact Person: Maka Kajaia, Department of Science Programs, Coordinator
Address: D. Uznadze Str 68; 4th floor
Tel: +995 32 95 17 52
E-mail: kajaia@rustaveli.org.ge
Web: www.rustaveli.org.ge