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The African Palliative Care Association (APCA

The African Palliative Care Association Small Grants Programme 2017 for East Africans

by OFA February 28, 2017

written by OFA

Application Deadline:15th March 2017

The African Palliative Care Association (APCA) in collaboration with the Open Society Initiative For Eastern Africa (OSIEA) have developed a small grants programme to support Strategic Advocacy for Palliative Care and Access to Essential but Controlled Pain Medications initiatives in four East African countries of: Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda.

Strategic advocacy for palliative care aims to influence decision makers to take steps to advance the availability, accessibility, acceptability and quality of palliative care. Access to essential controlled medicines is central to the provision of quality palliative care services. The May 2014 World Health Assembly Palliative Care Resolution (WHA 67-19) recognizes that access to palliative care and to essential medicines including opioid analgesics such as morphine for pain control, contributes to the realization of the right to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health and well-being.[1]

This pilot small grants programme on strategic advocacy and access to controlled medicines will be implemented in 2017 and 2018, building onto strategies discussed at workshops during the 5th International African Palliative Care Conference in August 2016 in Uganda.

All work supported by this programme must directly contribute to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the following global, regional and national goals and objectives for improving access to palliative care and pain relief;

The May 2014 World Health Assembly resolution on strengthening palliative care as a component of comprehensive care throughout the life course; http://www.oeci.eu/Attachments%5CA67_R19-en.pdf
Universal Health Coverage (UHC); http://www.who.int/universal_health_coverage/un_resolution/en/
UN Political Declaration on NCDs; http://www.un.org/ga/search/view_doc.asp?symbol=A/66/L.1
The 2012 African Union (AU) common position on controlled substances and access to pain medications; http://www.carmma.org/sites/default/files/PDF-uploads/African%20Common%20Position%20on%20Controlled%20Substances%20and%20Access%20to%20Pain%20Mgt%20Drugs%20-%20English.pdf
WHO Guidance for availability and accessibility of controlled medications; http://www.who.int/medicines/areas/quality_safety/guide_nocp_sanend/en/
The strategic positioning of palliative care and pain relief within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) agenda;
National palliative care and pain relief policies, guidelines and strategies.

Funding Priorities

The programme aims to influence changes on health, medicines policies and laws to allow for improved access by patients who need palliative care and pain relief services. It is also expected to influence the allocation of local funding towards access to palliative care and controlled medicines. This programme also aims to bring more advocates on board to influence changes on this important public health issue, from other fields of health and human rights.

Specific priority areas for consideration include:

Review and/or change of laws, regulations and public policy to improve access to palliative care and access to controlled medicines;
Development of legal and human rights frameworks for palliative care;
Budget analysis, advocacy and allocation;
Political and public debates on palliative care and access to pain medicines;
Behavioural and attitudinal change including awareness creation among policy makers about palliative care and pain relief;
Improving supply chain mechanisms for controlled medicines, including the engagement of key players and advocates from other fields of health and human rights;
Media engagement;
Strategic communication (reframing palliative care and access to controlled medicines, changing the narrative).
Domestication of global and regional frameworks, strategies and tools aimed at increasing access to palliative care and pain relief.

Applications

The deadline for applications will be 15th March 2017 and 15th September 2017 respectively. Applications will be reviewed in April and October 2017. Only applications made by completing the small grants application form for strategic advocacy and access to controlled medicines which is available here will be considered. Should you require additional support or information while developing the proposals you can contact the Programmes Director at APCA by telephone +256 312 264978 or email at: [email protected] or [email protected]

Please attach all required documents to this application form. Incomplete applications risk not being considered.

All applicants must include the following documents with their application:

A copy of the registration of your organisation confirming that it is a legal entity in the country of operation.
Cover letter from the head of the organisation or relevant authorised person.
Reference letter from a relevant local hospice and palliative care organisation, ministry of health or any other credible network organisation e.g. cancer society, hospital, academic institution.
A copy of a valid work permit if the responsible person is not a national.
Current audited accounts. In the absence of current audited accounts, please provide an explanation of why it is not possible to provide accounts and instead submit an annual statement of income and expenditure.
Detailed project budget using a template provided as part of the application form. (The budget should be provided both in the local currency and USD currency, indicating the date of currency conversion and rate used)
A copy of the organisation structure if available. Alternatively, a summary list of staff positions in the organisation indicating number of people per position.
Curriculum vitae (CVs) of the key institutional contact, the person responsible for project coordination and for the person responsible for finance management of the project.
If applying for training related project, please also include the following:
Completed training sheet for activities involving training using the template provided with the grant application form.
If applying for the purchase of equipment, medicines or materials, please also include the following:
A minimum of three quotes for proposed equipment purchases if applicable indicating the preferred quote and reasons for this.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the African Palliative Care Association: Small Grants Programme 2017

February 28, 2017 0 comments

Call for Applications Technology

Start-Up Chile Seed Program Generation 17 for Startups Worldwide (Funded to Launch Your Startup in Chile – USD $30,000.

by OFA August 22, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: September 7th 2016

Start-Up Chile is a program created by the Chilean Government that seeks to attract early-stage, high-potential entrepreneurs to bootstrap their startups using Chile as a platform to go global. The end goal of this program is to position Chile as the innovation and entrepreneurship hub of Latin America.

Start-Up Chile Seed is a program for those who want to accelerate and develop a world-class startup in Chile, while helping us shape the local culture to embrace entrepreneurship. Talented entrepreneurs from all over the world are invited to apply to be part of the program. If you have an amazing and scalable business idea or an established startup with high growth potential we would be happy to receive your application.

Start-Up Chile’s admission process is organized with the support of Younoodle, a California-based company that provides a technology platform used by leading entrepreneurship clubs and university competitions worldwide. After their review, an internal selection panel will make the final approval decision.

Those who are selected to participate in the Start-Up Chile Seed program must be able to move to Chile and stay here full time and take active part in the program for 6 at least months (consider one extra month, devoted to program procedures to get you started).

startup-chile-generation-17

Benefits:

The selected startups will receive 20 million Chilean pesos (USD $30,000), as well as an intense weekly schedule to accelerate their ideas.
This includes courses, mentoring and pitch training, among other activities.
In addition, foreigners will receive a Working Visa valid for a year to come to Chile.

Requirements:

Video
Startup Chile will ask all startups to provide a 2 minute video, explaining what pain is solved, introduce the team members and why are you applying to Start-Up Chile. Videos with animations will be rejected.
Recommendation letters
Only provide the email of the person that will write your recommendation letter. Once it has been submitted (during the application process), the person will receive a notification asking to write one.
Applicants

There are two ways in which you can decide to apply. You can apply
1) as a Natural Person, no matter your nationality; Or
2) as a Chilean Legal Person, yes only Chilean Companies.

If you apply as a Natural Person, then you will be the beneficiary of the grant. If you apply as a Chilean Legal Person, then this Chilean company will be the beneficiary.

It’s not possible for foreign companies to apply. If you are foreigner and you have a company abroad, then you need to apply as a Natural Person.

This information makes no difference at all, during the evaluation process!

Companies
Consulting companies, export/import companies and franchises are not accepted as they are not easily scalable on a global level.

Less than 2 years
Your Company cannot be older than two years of age, because we are looking for early stage startups

Dedicated 100%
The team leader must be 100% dedicated to the project (you cannot be employed in any other company while you are participating in the program). *All these terms apply to Chilean participants equally.

Timeline:

The results for Generation 17 will be published in December 2016.
The program will start on February 6th 2017 (TBC)

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Start-Up Chile Seed Program 2016 for Entrepreneurs

August 22, 2016 2 comments

Contests Technology

NEDBANK LaunchLab Fintech & Big Data Challenge 2016 (Win Seed Funding and Incubation Support)

by OFA August 19, 2016

written by OFA

LaunchLab together with Nedbank will be engaging on an exclusive Fintech & Big Data Challenge which will run from mid-August to October 2016.

This challenge will consist of:

Challenge Workshop
Entering Pitches
Pitching Platform Final

Pitching Platform

Entering Pitches

The Organizers will be receiving pitches online via our dedicated wetransfer.com channel, as well as through in-person pitching sessions on the following dates:

13 September 2016 – Nedbank Stellenbosch University LaunchLab
14 September 2016 – UCT GSB Solution Space
15 September 2016 – Cape Peninsular University of Technology, Cape Town Campus
19 September 2016 – University of Cape Town
20 September 2016 – University of the Western Cape CEI
21 September 2016 – Nedbank Stellenbosch University LaunchLab

Entrepreneurs only get 3 minutes to record a video pitch. LaunchLab provides no facilities for displaying visual demos or presentations, but props and demo devices are allowed. Any content beyond the 3 minute time limit will not be considered in the judging.

The Organizers look for the following criteria in the pitches that we receive:

Problem or Need, and the Opportunity
Value Proposition
Target Market
Team
Business Model
What do you need?

Pitching Platform Final

There will be an exclusive Fintech & Big Data Pitching Platform Final hosted by the LaunchLab together with Nedbank on the 20th of October at the Nedbank Stellenbosch University LaunchLab.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the NEDBANK LaunchLab Fintech & Big Data Challenge 2016

August 19, 2016 1 comment

Call for Applications Ethiopia Kenya Technology

GrowthAfrica Accelerator Programme 2016 for Early Stage Entrepreneurs in Kenya & Ethiopia

by OFA August 16, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: August 31st 2016

The GrowthAfrica accelerator programme is demanding, but so is success! For six months you will be tearing up your business model and all its constituents, analyzing them to bits with the help of a team of skilled and experienced business executives, successful entrepreneurs, maven investors and the GrowthAfrica team, who themselves are experienced entrepreneurs, consultants, mentors and advisors to successful business across the region.

Through the initial 5-day boot camp and the subsequent six 3-day workshops we will establish the foundation and equip you with tools to diagnose your business and devise strategies to optimize your business in all conceivable areas. After each workshop you will work in-company with the assistance of your mentors, facilitators, growth catalysts and sages to implement your new strategies and innovations – boosting your growth trajectory in significant ways.

Requirements:

As long as you are committed to leveraging your business to create positive impact in the communities you work in, either through your products or services, or through your business model, we are interested in working with you – particularly if:

You already have an innovative product or service in the market and paying customers
You have a team of co-founders with a balanced skillset and who are ambitious, talented, committed and willing to learn from their peers and the GrowthAfrica team
You have a burning desire to make your business the next big thing and scale internationally and make your business an impactful multimillion dollar success story
Your business has products and services addressing environmental sustainability; work with IT, mobile and financial technologies; is an agribusiness, have a product or service relating to the construction sector, or deliver essential services (health, education, water & sanitation)

Worth

The total value of these copious resources is in excess of USD 50,000 per startup – but we naturally do not expect you to pay this upfront. But we do think it is fair that the success we inevitably will co-create with you is shared – so we ask all startups to pay us subsequently by sharing:

1% of your revenue +
2% of your equity +
3% of investments raised

We only expect this from you if we help you:

Double your revenue or
Triple your profit or
Help you raise at least USD 250,000

Apply Now for the GrowthAfrica Accelerator Programme for Kenyans

Apply Now for the GrowthAfrica Accelerator Programme for Ethiopians

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the GrowthAfrica accelerator programme

August 16, 2016 1 comment

Contests Technology

IBM Watson AI XPRIZE ($USD 5 million AI & Cognitive Computing Competition 2016).

by OFA August 16, 2016

written by OFA

The IBM Watson AI XPRIZE is a $5 million AI and cognitive computing competition challenging teams globally to develop and demonstrate how humans can collaborate with powerful AI technologies to tackle the world’s grand challenges. This prize will focus on creating advanced and scalable applications that benefit consumers and businesses across a multitude of disciplines. The solutions will contribute to the enrichment of available tools and data sets for the usage of innovators everywhere. The goal is also to accelerate the understanding and adoption of AI’s most promising breakthroughs.

Every year leading up to TED 2020, the teams will compete for interim prizes and the opportunity to advance to the next year’s competition. The three finalist teams will take the TED stage in 2020 to deliver jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring TED Talks demonstrating what they have achieved.

Typical of all XPRIZE competitions, the IBM Watson AI XPRIZE will crowdsource solutions from some of the most brilliant thinkers and entrepreneurs around the world, creating true exponential impact.

REGISTRATION

To compete in the IBM Watson AI XPRIZE you must be a fully registered team. To complete your registration, you must:

Create a Team profile
Sign the Competitor’s Agreement
Pay the registration fee*

*Registration fees are required as a simple qualifier to ensure competitors will be able to obtain the appropriate resources to fully compete in the competition. All fee’s collected are used to support teams and competition operational costs which consists of testing, team focused events, media and prize impact development.

Grand Prizes

The $3,000,000 Grand Prize, $1,000,000 2nd Place, and $500,000 3rd Place purses will be awarded at the end of competition at TED2020, for a total of $4.5 million.

Milestone and Special Prizes

Two Milestone Competition prize purses will be awarded at the end of each of the first two rounds of the competition, and the Judges may award additional special prizes to recognize special accomplishments. A total of $500,000 will be available for these prizes and will be allocated by the Judges for special accomplishments.

All prize purses are denominated and will be awarded in United States dollars (USD).

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IBM Watson AI XPRIZE 2016

August 16, 2016 0 comments

Call for Applications Technology

Africa Tech Now Village 2017 for African Startups to showcase at the 2017 International CES in Las Vegas, USA (Fully Funded)

by OFA July 21, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: August 31, 2016

Program dates : January 5 – January 8, 2017

Africa Tech Now Village : Showcasing Africa’s most promising startups during the International CES

Africa Tech Now is the #1 event showcasing the African entrepreneurship ecosystem at International CES 2017, promoting the continent as the next digital and innovation hub.

AFRICA TECH NOW VILLAGE will offer promising African Startups the ability to demonstrate their innovations during the show. Being the world’s largest tech event, CES is an incredible place to get exclusive access to investors, buyers, clients and business partners. Is your startup driving the digital future of Africa? Take your chance and apply now!

THE COMPETITION

The competition is open to technology start-ups based in Africa with the aim of selecting the most promising ones.
The selected start-ups will have the unique opportunity to exhibit their tech innovations in Las Vegas and get international exposure.
The applications will be reviewed by a panel of international experts who will select the 10 best start-ups.
The winners will be announce at the end of September.

THE AWARDS

The 10 selected start-ups will be offered the incredible opportunity to attend the CES in Las Vegas free of all charges. They will be offered:
Before CES: workshop trainings;
At CES: Participation as an exhibitor or a visitor; Invitation to VIP networking events.

THE SELECTION CRITERIA

Your start-up must be a registered company not older than 3 years
Your product / service / app must be a ground-breaking innovation.
Your product / service / app must be applicable to the consumer technology space.
Your innovation should be in the following fields : IOT, Robotics, Drones, 3D printing, E-health, EdTech, virtual reality, E-commerce, Cloud computing, App economy.
Special attention will be given to “Tech changing the world” innovations : innovations contributing to sustainability & inclusion.
Special attention will also be given to start-ups that stand out in the field of Transport, Tourism & Technology. Air France as a partner will offer flight tickets to 3 start-ups among the 10 selected as part of the Air France Award.

This event is organized by International boost and Djouman, two companies deeply committed to promoting Africa tech innovations at the international scale. Air France is joining this initiative as a sponsor.

For More information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Africa Tech Now Village 2017

July 21, 2016 0 comments

Call for Applications Kenya Technology

Merck Accelerator Africa September 2016 Program for Healthcare Startups (Funded to Silicon Valley).

by OFA July 6, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: July 25th 2016

When: Sep 12-Dec 9 (13 weeks)

Merck Accelerator Africa September 2016 Program for Healthcare Projects

Supporting Digital Healthcare Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Africa

Merck Accelerator Africa offers a three-month program, where your Start-up will benefit from experienced mentors, a robust training program and the backing of a leading Science and Technology company.

The program is run in collaboration with the Merck Accelerator in Darmstadt and there are plenty of opportunities for exchange. The Nairobi based program will be focussed on supporting companies addressing the big healthcare issues in Africa regardless of current location. If your company has what it takes to go international we offer an extended session in our new Innovation Hub in Silicon Valley.

Requirements

Any entrepreneurs who are working on digital solutions that have an alignment to Healthcare.
Merck Accelerator are paying particular attention to start-ups that have:
Solutions that support care, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment in these areas – oncology, fertility, diabetes
Wearables, Sensors, Photonics
Healthtech with integrated Fintech innovations
Big data analyticsKey Benefits:- Mentoring from Merck senior managers
– $15,000 non equity funding
– Customized coaching sessions and workshops
– Free Housing
– Opportunity to internationalise your business and expand your network to Silicon Valley.

Timeline:

Deadline application period: July 25, 2016
Notification to winning teams: August 16, 2016
Start of Accelerator Program: September 12, 2016

Apply Now for the Merck Accelerator Africa Program 2016

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Merck Accelerator Africa Program 2016

July 6, 2016 0 comments

Call for Applications Technology

Slush 2016 Global Impact Accelerator Program for Startups Worldwide (Fully Funded to Finland)

by OFA July 6, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: 31st July 2016.

Slush Global Impact Accelerator is a program created in collaboration with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and multiple partners globally. The purpose is to create a leading global program to support startups that are looking to solve some of the most pressing global challenges and contributing to the discussion on impact investing.

Slush is Europe’s leading startup and technology event, which connects startups and tech talent with top-tier international investors, executives, and media. In 2015, Slush brought together 15,000 attendees from one hundred nations for a two day event held in Helsinki, Finland.
Slush Global Impact Accelerator 2016 brings impactful entrepreneurs from emerging markets to Helsinki to accelerate their business, attract additional financing and make an even greater impact on their societies and beyond. The program includes online pre-event coaching and Helsinki boot camp program from November 22–December 2, 2016 culminating in Slush.

Requirements:

The Slush Accelerator Program is looking for the next world-changing business ideas that directly addresses global development challenges.
Startups that have:

A mission to solve pressing challenges globally. There are no limitations in terms of sector or geographical focus.
Potential to scale.
The skills and drive to succeed.
A business idea that has gained some traction, but can still be in an early phase; At least a working prototype.

Benefits:

What will the Global Impact Accelerator Participants Receive?

Online pre-mentoring program organised for all the selected participants;
Helsinki boot camp program from November 22–December 2;
Skills workshops and capacity building with the leaders from all around the world
Industry specific matchmaking sessions co-organised with the leading organisations
Transportation, accommodation and other program related costs will be covered by Slush.
Access to Slush 2016:-

Slush matchmaking tool for organizing 1-on-1 meetings with investors
Opportunity to be featured in Slush 100 Pitching Competition & Slush Impact Showcase;
Networking with NGOs, institutions, startups, media, and other stakeholders from the Nordics and beyond;
Access to side events, such as Founders Day, organized during the Slush week.

Selection Criteria:

Vision to solve pressing challenges globally (A business concept that will have a measurable positive impact on people, society, or planet. There are no limitations in terms of sector or geographical focus.
Potential to scale;
Skills and drive to succeed;
A business idea that has gained some traction, but can still be in an early phase;
At least a working prototype;
Preferably with the IT focus
Can be commercial or non-profit but have to have a scalable business idea
Attending Slush will benefit their future business activities
Fluent English skills

Application Procedure:

Apply via your local hub:

Mlab, Kenya
CTIC Dakar, Senegal
mLab, South Africa
Buni, Tanzania
Bongohive, Zambia
IceAddis, Ethiopia
Startup Salad, China
YoungInnovations, Nepal
Vietnam IPP & HATCH, Vietnam
Mlab, Bangladesh
Innovation Fund, Serbia
Startup Mexico, Mexico
Invest2Innovate, Pakistan
IDEÁRIO˚, Mozambique
The Mediterranean Development Initiative (MDI), Tunisia

For more information on the application process, contact [email protected].

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Slush Global Impact Accelerator 2016

July 6, 2016 1 comment

Call for Applications South Sudan Technology

IWMF African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Reporting Trip to South Sudan & Tanzania for Female Journalists (Fully Funded)

by OFA January 13, 2016

written by OFA

Application Deadline: FEBRUARY 12 2016

IWMF African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative | May 2016 REPORTING TRIPS TO SOUTH SUDAN AND TANZANIA

REPORTING TRIP DATES: May 1-14, 2016
The IWMF is pleased to announce its first ever-reporting trip to South Sudan and second reporting trip to Tanzania.

Six women journalists will report on development and humanitarian issues in South Sudan. Concurrently, another group of six journalists will cover stories related to conservation in Tanzania. Both trips will take place May 1-14, 2016. All Fellows will begin their trip in Nairobi, Kenya, where they will complete comprehensive security training and an orientation about the African Great Lakes region and focus countries.

These opportunities are part of the African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative, created in 2014 and designed to support women journalists committed to pursuing stories that go beyond the well-established narratives of political instability, armed conflicts, and humanitarian crisis in the region.

To date, 49 journalists have participated in this initiative and have covered a wide range of under-reported topics including civil society, democracy and governance, food security, and conservation. Their work has been produced and published by leading media outlets around the world.

Over the next four years, the IWMF will continue to lead groups of women journalists to the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. By 2019, more than 250 reporters will have together reshaped traditional media narratives about this complicated region full of promise.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must be affiliated or freelance women journalists with at least 3 years of professional experience in journalism working in print, broadcast, or digital media.
All nationalities are welcome to apply.
Fellows must have excellent written and verbal English skills in order to fully participate in and benefit from the program.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate support from an editor or have a proven track record of publication in prominent media outlets.

Benefits:

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS AND EXPENSES:

The IWMF arranges travel and in-country logistics for all Fellows.
The IWMF also covers fellowship-related costs within the framework of the reporting trip including travel, lodging, meals, and fixers/interpreters, unless a selected journalist’s news organization wishes to assume these costs.
Visa costs will also be covered, but fellows living outside the U.S. are responsible for procuring all necessary visas.

The Reporting Trip

Reporting trips include time for journalists to pursue their own stories, as well as group meetings and activities related to the reporting theme. Fellows can expect to meet with key sources related to their reporting such as government officials, local journalists, and members of the NGO community. IWMF staff will coordinate with fellows prior to trips to gather interview requests and other reporting needs.

All Fellows will begin their trip in Nairobi, Kenya, where they will complete comprehensive security training and an orientation about the African Great Lakes region and focus countries.
Fellows then depart for about one week of in-country independent reporting from South Sudan or Tanzania, where they will have the opportunity to network with local journalists, collaborate with international peers, and meet with sources and discover sites relevant to their reporting.

ONLINE APPLICATION:
The IWMF will accept online applications from January 12 – February 12, 2016.
South Sudan reporting trip: apply here
Tanzania reporting trip: apply here

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the IWMF African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Reporting Trip to South Sudan and Tanzania

January 13, 2016 0 comments

Borealis Student Innovation Award 2016 Competition for Students (8,000Euros Prize & Sponsored Trip to Linz Austria)

by lanredahunsi September 6, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline:March 31, 2016.

Borealis Student Innovation Award is an international competition for students from all over the world. Following Borealis’ trailblazing mission of value creation through innovation, our award aims to recognise your innovative thinking and pioneering solutions.

The award recognises and rewards the three most innovative thesis research papers (one for a bachelor’s degree graduate, one for a master’s degree graduate and one for a doctorate degree graduate).

The thesis work shall focus on one of the following research areas:

Polyolefin catalysts
Olefin and polyolefin processes
Polyolefin polymer properties
Enhanced olefin analysis and polyolefin characterisation methods
Polyolefin applications
Sustainability in or with polyolefins or base chemicals
Discoveries in the polyolefin world that have a practical relevance for society
Base chemical processes (ammonia, nitric acid, fertilizer, urea, melamine, phenol)

Eligibility Requirements:

Graduates in the area of sustainability, chemistry, polymer chemistry, polymer science, polymer analytic, technical chemistry, mechanical and industrial engineering or applications with a particular focus on polyolefins, olefins or base chemicals.
Your thesis should not be more than two years old and must be finalised by the end of February 2016 to be eligible for the award.

Prize:

Our Borealis Student Innovation Award is an international competition for students from all over the world. Following Borealis’ trailblazing mission of value creation through innovation, our award aims to recognise your innovative thinking and pioneering solutions.

The thesis work shall focus on one of the following research areas:

Polyolefin catalysts
Olefin and polyolefin processes
Polyolefin polymer properties
Enhanced olefin analysis and polyolefin characterisation methods
Polyolefin applications
Sustainability in or with polyolefins or base chemicals
Discoveries in the polyolefin world that have a practical relevance for society
Base chemical processes (ammonia, nitric acid, fertilizer, urea, melamine, phenol)

What can I win?

The Borealis Student Innovation Award consists of a certificate, the award, a trip to Linz, Austria, with a unique networking opportunity and a monetary sum of EUR 5,000 for the doctorate degree graduate awardee, EUR 2,000 for the master’s degree graduate awardee and EUR 1,000 for the bachelor’s degree graduate awardee.
The winners will also have the opportunity to visit the Borealis Innovation Headquarters and present and discuss the thesis work with members of the Borealis research team.

How to Apply:

The Borealis Student Innovation Award application must be in English and consist of the two parts listed below.

A maximum two-page abstract on your thesis
Your curriculum vitae (CV) – maximum two pages
Name and contact information of supervising professor

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Borealis Student Innovation Award 2015 Competition for Students

September 6, 2015 3 comments

TechChange Summer Fellowship 2016 Code for Social Good ( $2,000 monthly stipend)

by lanredahunsi September 1, 2015

written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: February 15, 2016.

Do you want to apply your programming skills to make a difference in the world?
TechChange is excited to announce a summer fellowship program for recent graduates and rising college juniors and seniors.

The fellowship will provide practical training in web development as well as a unique exposure to a range of applications and organizations using technology to tackle a variety of global challenges — from creating prosthetic limbs with a 3D printer to combating malaria with mobile devices.

As a fellow you will spend three months designing and implementing a web development project related to education, technology, and social good. TechChange staff will provide training, mentorship, and a series of events to support you in this process.

Whom:

The fellowship is open to non-US citizens based outside of the US willing to cover their own visa & travel processes and expenses and non-US citizens based in the US with student visas or other legal working status. Unfortunately, we cannot supply visas or arrange travel for non-US citizens outside of the US.

Eligibility Requirements:
You must:

Be a current junior, senior, or a recent graduate
Have at least one year of experience in computer science or web development
Possess an interest in international relations, international development, humanitarian work, and social good
Be self-starting and willing to have a little fun too

It helps if you also have (but absolutely not required):

Proficiency in Node.js, Django, or PHP
Exposure to Javascript frameworks
Familiarity with Grunt, Gulp, or other build tools
Teaching or curriculum design experience

Fellowship Worth:

Training in Javascript, Node.js, PHP, React, Flux, Backbone.js, database management, and more
One-on-one mentorship with TechChange staff
Field trips to organizations working in technology and social change
An event series on a range of topics related to technology and social change
A $2,000 monthly stipend for 3 months
A round-trip plane ticket to DC from a location within the US
Support with job placement at the conclusion of the fellowship

E-Mail: fellowship [at] techchange.org

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of TechChange Summer Fellowship 2016

September 1, 2015 0 comments