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AGENCY FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH (A*STAR) GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline: 1 February 2026

LOCATION: Singapore

Whether you’re looking to explore broad scientific fields or dive deep into a specialized area, AGS offers full funding, access to world-class research labs, and the chance to take on a 12-month overseas attachment during your PhD. Begin your research journey at an A*STAR Research Institute, and shape the future of science, technology, and innovation.

ELIGIBILITY:

Fields of study:

Biomedical Sciences

Computing and Information Sciences

Engineering and Technology

Physical Sciences

Applicants must:

Singaporeans and other nationals are welcome to apply. 

Non-Singaporeans and Non-Singapore Permanent Residents (Non-SPR) must have completed or are on track to complete a degree in a Singapore autonomous university

Satisfy criteria for and seek admission to PhD or EngD programme in an autonomous university

Have obtained, or are on track to obtain, at least a 2nd Upper Class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Have not concurrently hold any other scholarships or fellowships

Have strong interest in pursuing a research career in related disciplines

For Mid-Term AGS applicants:

Singaporeans and other nationals are welcome to apply

Non-Singaporeans must have completed a degree in a Singapore autonomous university

Enrolled in a Singapore autonomous university and minimally complete at least 1 semester at the point of scholarship application

On track to attain excellent academic standing for current degree

Good research potential and/or achievements

Current university supervisor to be at least 1 out of the 2 academic referees

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive.

A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on prevailing scholarship policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice.

BENEFIT:

Successful applicants will be given the following support* for up to 4 years :

Full tuition fees

Book allowance

Computer allowance

Conference allowance

Thesis allowance

Up to 12 months of overseas attachment

Mid-term AGS awardees will be offered the same terms of support as the full-term AGS awardees from the point of the award, with retrospective payment for all tuition fees and/or any compulsory fees from Year 1 of study onwards.

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TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY VIRGINIA TECH PH.D. RECRUITMENT IN FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEM SCIENCE AND FORECASTING 

Application Deadline: December 01, 2025

LOCATION: USA

The Carey Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Tech is recruiting a graduate student working at the intersection of freshwater ecosystem science and data science to start at the Ph.D. level in August 2026. They seek an enthusiastic and self-motivated student who can work independently while participating in a fun and highly collaborative lab environment and encourage interested students to read through their Mission Statement, Code of Conduct, and other lab resources posted on their website (https://carey.biol.vt.edu) to learn more about their group.

ELIGIBILITY:

They are recruiting a Ph.D. student interested in measuring, modeling, and forecasting how reservoir water quality is changing. Research areas could include phytoplankton dynamics and/or carbon biogeochemistry. This project involves field sampling with other graduate students and undergraduate assistants as part of a long-term freshwater monitoring program and co-developing water quality models and forecasts with managers and the public to guide decision-making. 

Interested students should send an email letter of inquiry to Cayelan (cayelan @ vt.edu). Please include: 1) an overview of your research interests, 2) a short description of why you are interested in joining our specific lab, 3) your C.V. or résumé, 4) an unofficial transcript, and 5) contact info for three references. Please feel free to contact Cayelan with questions about the application process, graduate school at Virginia Tech, or potential research opportunities. 

Successful applicants will be excited to dig into the mysteries of lake and reservoir water quality, have research and scientific writing experience through previous employment and/or education, enjoy liaising with managers and the public, and be excited to join a collaborative team. Candidates who are enthusiastic about expanding their quantitative skillset are especially encouraged to apply.

BENEFIT:

The position is supported by National Science Foundation grants and will be funded on a combination of research and teaching assistantships, which include a competitive stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance benefits. Our Ph.D. program guarantees five years of funding, including summers. 

Salary: starting at $34,000 per year

Education Required: Bachelors

Experience Required: at least 2 years

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