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UNIVERSITY OF GRONINGEN AIMS DOCTORAL TRAINING PROGRAM

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LOCATION: Multiple Regions


The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) at the University of Groningen is delighted to invite all eligible and qualified PhD holders in core Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics disciplines on the continent who would eventually contribute to teaching, research, and innovation in Africa.

Programmes: Double Degree PhD-studies in core Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics disciplines

ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible candidates:

Can be from any country

Must hold a master’s degree (or a recognized equivalent) in any field related to mathematical sciences before the start date of this position

Should be interested in undertaking research within the climate change sciences and its related areas

Having knowledge in mathematical modelling are in favour

Must be open-minded and must be willing to conduct their PhD research at their preferred AIMS Research Centre, or a designated partner institution in the same host country

Available positions: 8

Deadline: The call for applications will remain open until the required number of doctoral fellows are recruited.

Application: Applications should be submitted using the online application form and should contain certain supporting documents.

More information: Postgraduate research program opportunities. For further information please send an email to adtp@nexteinstein.org

BENEFIT:

This is a three-year research position with a maximum total cost to AIMS of CAD 49,500.

The cost includes a return flight ticket from the candidate’s home/institution to the AIMS Research Centre, tuition (if applicable), visa application, accommodation, living support, and health insurance.

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KURT SCHORK MEMORIAL FUND (KSMF) 2026 AWARDS

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Application Deadline: midnight (BST, UTC+1) on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

LOCATION: USA

The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) invites freelance journalists, local reporters, and news fixers from around the world to submit entries for the 25th annual Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism. Named in memory of American freelance journalist Kurt Schork, who was killed in 2000 while on assignment for Reuters in Sierra Leone, the awards recognize the bravery of journalists who take great personal risk, often for little reward, to shine a light on the truth and hold power to account.

ELIGIBILITY:

Entrants for the Local Reporter and Freelance Awards must submit three articles each, published between June 01, 2025, and June 14, 2026. The judges will look for journalistic excellence in applicants’ submissions and evidence of determination and courage in obtaining their stories.

News Fixer Award applicants must submit three references from foreign correspondents with whom they have worked during the same time period. The range of skills displayed by a news fixer can be vast, and this is taken into consideration by the jury. They will look for evidence of skills such as displaying excellent news judgment, suggesting story leads and providing logistical support. The judges will also consider how the applicant’s support benefited the content, impact, and reach of the coverage they facilitated.

The News Fixer Award, launched in 2016 and presented for the first time in 2017, was inspired by the freelance journalist, author and friend of Kurt Schork, Anna Husarska. Further details about eligibility and entry criteria, as well as the online entry forms and FAQs, can be found on the KSMF website.

The three award categories, open to those reporting for print and online publications, recognize the media professionals that Kurt particularly admired:

Freelance Award: Recognizing freelance journalists who travel to the world’s conflict zones, usually at great personal risk, to witness and report on the impact and consequences of these events.

Local Reporter Award: recognizing the often-overlooked work of journalists in developing nations, or countries in transition, who write about events in their homeland.

News Fixer Award: Recognizing the work of local journalists or experts, typically hired by foreign correspondents, whose guidance and local knowledge play an unsung but vital role in facilitating international coverage from difficult, dangerous, or hostile locations.

Applications are now open, and the deadline for submissions is midnight (BST, UTC+1) on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

BENEFIT:

The awards recognize excellence and courage in reporting conflict, corruption, injustice, and human rights issues, with winners receiving a $5,000 cash prize.

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