About Alexander von Humboldt Foundation :
Every year, the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables more than 2,000 researchers from all over the world to spend time researching in Germany. The Foundation maintains a network of more than 24,000 Humboldtians from all disciplines in over 130 countries worldwide – including 43 Nobel Prize winners.

Details:
Excellent scientists and scholars of all nationalities who are expected to continue producing outstanding academic achievements in international collaboration – not least with the assistance of this award – are eligible to be nominated for the Max Planck Research Award.
On an annually-alternating basis, the call for nominations addresses areas within the natural and engineering sciences, the life sciences, and the humanities.
The Max Planck Research Award 2011 will be awarded in the area of engineering sciences in the field of Intelligent Systems.

Eligibility:
1.The nominee must be recognised internationally as an outstandingly qualified academic (e.g. awards, positive responses to publications, etc.).
2.Expectation of continued outstanding academic achievements in international collaboration – not least with the assistance of the award.
3.Nomination by a person entitled to make the nomination (c.f. list of eligible nominators).
4.Expert reviews by important international and German collaborative partners and/or academics.
5.The Humboldt Foundation assumes that candidates will abide by the Rules of Good Scientific Practice during the application and sponsorship periods.

Selection:
The deadline is not an exclusion date; however, it may not be possible to process nominations which arrive late or incomplete. The Selection Committee meeting will take place in Spring 2011. Reviewing the applications takes four to six months.
It is the nominator’s responsibility to ensure that he or she has submitted all the necessary documents. Nominations not submitted as a single entity will take longer to process. The documents required in addition to the nomination documents, i.e. the confidential statements by the expert reviewers, can be submitted to the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation directly, at the same time as the nomination.
An independent Selection Committee composed of academic peers makes the final decision on the nominations received. The Selection Committee makes its decision solely on the basis of the nominees’ academic qualifications.
Nominees will be notified about the Selection Committee’s decision immediately after the meeting.

Award:
The Presidents/Vice Chancellors of universities and the heads of research institutions in Germany are eligible to make nominations (c.f. list of eligible nominators). Direct applications are not accepted. As a rule, each award is endowed with 750,000 EUR and may be used over a period of three to a maximum of five years to fund research chosen by the award winner.

Last Date To Apply: 20.10.2011

Contact:
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Jean-Paul-Str. 12
53173 Bonn
GERMANY
Phone: (+49) 0228-833-0
Fax: (+49) 0228-833-199
Email: info@avh.de

Source: http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/home.html

About AIA:
The AIA promotes a vivid and informed public interest in the cultures and civilizations of the past, supports archaeological research, fosters the sound professional practice of archaeology, advocates the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage, and represents the discipline in the wider world

Details:
The German Archaeological Institute (Deutsches Archäologisches Institut or DAI) is pleased to announce the availability of two research fellowships for AIA members who are working in North American institutions. The purpose of the fellowship program is to encourage and support scholarship of the highest quality on various aspects of archaeology and to promote contact between North American and German archaeologists.
In 2011, the Deutsches Archäologisches Institut will offer two post-doctoral research fellowships to scholars of archaeology based in North America who wish to use the library facilities of the DAI in Berlin. Applicants need not be U.S., Canadian or Mexican citizens.

Eligibility:
Applications are now invited for the fellowship in archaeology for the period between mid-September and mid-November 2011. The fellowship includes travel expenses for the Fellow, a stipend of 24 Euros/day plus 4.12 Euros/day for research expenses, and residence in the DAI’s guest house. If the Fellow is accompanied by a spouse the stipend will be increased by an additional 5.11 Euros/day but the spouse’s travel expenses will not be covered by the Fellowship. Unfortunately, children cannot be accommodated in the DAI’s guest house.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites for the fellowship are a Ph.D. degree (or its equivalent) and professional competence in archaeology. The principal requirement is a detailed research proposal of no more than three pages. While in residence, the Fellows will be expected to give a lecture for the DAI.

Criteria Used in the Awarding of Fellowships:
1.Fellows will be selected on the basis of scholarly promise as indicated by the applicant’s academic record, prior publications and the merits of the proposed research project.
2.Preference will be given to applicants who are at an early stage of their professional careers.
3.Applicants must be members of the Archaeological Institute of America and must be residents of a North American country

The German Archaeological Institute supports affirmative action and equal opportunity in the selection of fellows.
Applicants should send the following materials:
a) a detailed research proposal (no more than three pages)
b) a curriculum vitae
c) a publication list

Last Date To Apply: 28.3.2011

Contact:
Prof. Dr. Hans-Joachim Gehrke
praesident@dainst.de
+49-(0)30-187711-0
An den Präsidenten des Deutschen Archäologischen Instituts
Podbielskiallee 69-71
Berlin, 14195
Germany

Source: http://www.archaeological.org/

Scholarship Description: To spend up to 1 semester at one of the cooperating Business Schools in Germany.MBA students from one of the Indian Institutes of Management .
Scholarship Value:
• Stipend of Euro 750.00 per month
• Compulsory health insurance covered by DAAD
• Participation in Get-Together of the DAAD scholarship awardees

Requirements and Conditions:
• German language skills are not mandatory
• Candidates should be residing in India at the time of applica-tion. Candidates, who have been in Germany for more than one year at the time of application, are not eligible to apply.

Eligibility: German language skills are not mandatory Candidates should be residing in India at the time of application. Candidates, who have been in Germany for more than one year at the time of application, are not eligible to apply

Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 March 2011

Contact:
German Academic Exchange Service
Mrs. Anuroopa Dixit
2, Nyaya Marg, Chanakya Puri
New Delhi – 110 021
Tel.: +91 11 4168 0698/4168 0969
Fax: +91 11 4606 8192
E-Mail: dixit@daaddelhi.org
WWW: www.daaddelhi.org

Scholarship Description:Solar technologies are extremely promising with ever-increasing output efficiency and the capability to be used in almost any location. Decreasing availability of fossil fuels quickens the need for solar technology, which is driving current developments. Solar systems are also relatively affordable and applicable to both homes and villages. Many projects capitalizing on solar power have already been implemented in developing countries, and serve as encouraging results for many more to come.
Considering the importance of solar technologies the Centre for Renewable Energy at the University of Freiburg in collaboration with the DAAD is organizing a week long course on solar technologies for rural electrification and enhancement of living standards in the developing countries. Solar Shift is intended for professionals from developing countries who have previously studied or worked in Germany. Applicants should be working in the renewable energy sector; which may include Engineering, Financing, Policy, etc. The programme will consist of lectures, workshops, group work and discussions, excursions, and social and networking activities.

Scholarship Application Deadline:1st of April 2011

Source: http://www.solarshift.uni-freiburg.de/about.html

Project description:
The Max Planck Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law in Freiburg i.Br. offers, in co-operation with the University of Freiburg, in accordance with the conditions of the Max Planck Society for the support of young researchers, and subject to required budgetary appropriations one doctoral research position.within the areas of (Corporate) Criminal Law, Criminology for the conferral of a doctorate degree in law (Dr. jur.).This doctoral position is granted in the context of the interdisciplinary program of the Max Planck Research School on Retaliation, Mediation, Punishment (IMPRS-REMEP). The research school aims to attract young researchers educated in law (in particular, criminal law), criminology or sociology.

Scholarship Description:
The doctoral student will carry out his or her studies mainly in Freiburg under the supervision of Professor Roland Hefendehl at the Institute for Criminology and Corporate Criminal Law at Freiburg University: He or she will participate in the training program offered by the IMPRS-REMEP and can make use of the facilities and infrastructure of the Max Planck Institute for Foreign and International Criminal Law. The interdisciplinary curriculum further requires participation in several joint seminars to be conducted together with the doctoral students who are affiliated with the IMPRS-REMEP partner institutes in Halle/Saale, Heidelberg and Frankfurt/Main. During these seminars, all students shall achieve cross-disciplinary knowledge in order to develop a common understanding of the overall research agenda and to be able to mutually understand and discuss their doctoral theses from the perspectives of all relevant disciplines. Working language of the training program and the dissertation is generally English. According to local university regulations, German language skills are required for the final oral exam in sociology and also partly in law. The scientific supervision of the doctoral students will be carried out by the Max Planck Institute and the University of Freiburg. Cross-disciplinary dissertation projects may be co-supervised by a member of the academic staff from a partner institute. Also, foreign doctoral students may choose to earn their doctorate from their home institution abroad.

Requirements:
- Completion of a law degree at a German university or completion at an equivalent university abroad. First or Second German State Law Exam with a minimum overall grade of “vollbefriedigend” (according to the examination regulations “JAPrO” of the State of Baden-Württemberg), or an equivalent degree with an equivalent grade (“with distinction”) from abroad.
- Alternatively, completion of a regular university studies in social sciences with an overall duration of at least 4 years at a German or equivalent university from abroad. Master degree in sociology as major subject, or equivalent degree from Germany or abroad.
- Submission of a substantive proposal for a dissertation topic linked to the research agenda of the IMPRS-REMEP.
- Solid proficiency in the English language. In addition, students should have at least some basic knowledge of the German language and demonstrate willingness to improve it.
The IMPRS-REMEP seeks to reach a composition of at least 50 percent foreign doctoral students. Thus, foreign candidates with a foreign degree are explicitly encouraged to apply.

Application:
Application documents must be submitted electronically no later than by 15-04-2011 to the following email address: imprs-remep@mpicc.de (maximum 5 MB per E-Mail). Please refrain from sending postal applications.Applicants will be invited to telephone or personal interviews or videoconferences in Freiburg upon prior notification. The selection procedure should be completed by 30-04-2011. The applicants will be informed of the selection results in writing. During the selection procedure we ask applicants to refrain from contacting the Institute with regards to the results of the procedure. An absolute right to financial support does not exist. The Max Planck Society and the University of Freiburg endeavor, wherever possible, to employ disabled persons, and applications from such persons are expressly called for. The Max Planck Society and the University of Freiburg also desire to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented. Women are therefore expressly encouraged to apply.

Scholarhip Application Deadline: 15-04-2011

Contact:
Max-Planck-Institut für ausländisches
und internationales Strafrecht
Günterstalstraße 73
79100 Freiburg

Scholarship Description:
We support undergraduates, graduates, and PhD students in all subjects who embrace the Green cause, share the fundamental values of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, can demonstrate an excellent academic record, and are socially and politically active. Our scholarship programme brings together students from all over the world.German students, students who have gained their university entrance qualification from a German school school (‘Bildungsinländer_innen’) and students from EU countries.Applicants must study a subject within the areas of Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Enineering (university or college, e.g. Fachhochschule; degrees: Bachelor, Diploma, State Examination AND Master).Applicants studying for a first degree (degree: Bachelor, State Examination or Diploma) can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first three semesters at the time of application.

Eligibility:
Applicants studying in a Master’s programme can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first semester of the Master’s programme at the time of application. Funding priority is given to subjects within the areas of Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Engineering with a focus on sustainability and environmental and energy issues. For applications from EU countries: The regional focus is on Central and Eastern Europe.
Applicants must study in a college, e.g. Fachhochschule (all subjects; degrees: Bachelor, Diploma, State Examination AND Master)
Applicants studying for a first degree (degree: Bachelor, State Examination or Diploma) can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first three semesters at the time of application.
Applicants studying in a Master’s programme can apply for a scholarship before their studies begin; applications are possible within the first semester of the Master’s programme at the time of application.
Funding priority is given to subjects within the areas of Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Engineering with a focus on sustainability and environmental and energy issues.
For applications from EU countries: The regional focus is on Central and Eastern Europe.
Doctoral students coming from Germany and EU countries
Applicants should provide proof that they have been accepted as a doctoral student by a German institution of higher education.
For applications from EU countries: The regional focus is on Central and Eastern Europe.
Priority is given to dissertation topics that are related to the main working areas of the Heinrich Böll Foundation.

Scholarship Application Deadline:1 September 2011

Contact:
Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
Studienwerk
Schumannstr. 8
10117 Berlin
E-Mail: studienwerk@boell.de
Fax: 030/285 34-409

Source: http://www.boell.de/scholarships/scholarships.html

Scholarship Description: The objective of the doctoral programs at the graduate school to provide top-class research training. The standardized structure of the doctoral programs at each of the centers of the GESS makes it possible for students and faculty to compare, interact, and collaborate across the three centers. Furthermore, it accounts for the fact that often top research in one field is inspired by developments in neighboring ones. The figure below provides an overview of the time-structure of the research training at the graduate school.The funding by the German Science Foundation (DFG), first-year students can be fully financed by grants. Students who have successfully passed the first year of doctoral studies, will be funded either through grants or research or teaching assistantships. The decision about the form of continuation finance is made after the first year of doctoral studies. Doctoral grants are in the range of € 1.100 (not subject to income taxation).

Admission:
Admission to the doctoral programs of the GESS takes place on an annual basis for the programs starting in September of the respective year. Applications handed in before February 15 will be treated as early applications and decided on before the offical deadline which is April 15. Applications from candidates who are not accepted in the early application round will be reviewed again with all other applications after April 15. In general, the prerequisite for admission to a doctoral center is a master’s degree in the respective field or equivalent. Applicants from neighboring fields can be admitted if their background is judged to be sufficient.

Online application: http://www.uni-mannheim.de/cds/application

Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 April 2011

Source: http://gess.uni-mannheim.de/247.html

Scholarship Description: The objective of the doctoral programs at the graduate school to provide top-class research training. The standardized structure of the doctoral programs at each of the centers of the GESS makes it possible for students and faculty to compare, interact, and collaborate across the three centers. Furthermore, it accounts for the fact that often top research in one field is inspired by developments in neighboring ones. The figure below provides an overview of the time-structure of the research training at the graduate school.The funding by the German Science Foundation (DFG), first-year students can be fully financed by grants. Students who have successfully passed the first year of doctoral studies, will be funded either through grants or research or teaching assistantships. The decision about the form of continuation finance is made after the first year of doctoral studies. Doctoral grants are in the range of € 1.100 (not subject to income taxation).

Admission:
Admission to the doctoral programs of the GESS takes place on an annual basis for the programs starting in September of the respective year. Applications handed in before February 15 will be treated as early applications and decided on before the offical deadline which is April 15. Applications from candidates who are not accepted in the early application round will be reviewed again with all other applications after April 15. In general, the prerequisite for admission to a doctoral center is a master’s degree in the respective field or equivalent. Applicants from neighboring fields can be admitted if their background is judged to be sufficient.

Online application: http://www.uni-mannheim.de/cds/application

Scholarship Application Deadline: 15 April 2011

Source: http://gess.uni-mannheim.de/247.html

About MPI-SWS:
Computer systems permeate every aspect of human endeavor. In addition to the most visible examples of desktop computing and the Internet, sophisticated computer systems are hidden inside every modern vehicle and appliance, they support the operation of our financial, medical, educational and administrative institutions, they facilitate science, manufacturing, transportation and trade, and they enable new forms of entertainment and social exchange. However, our ability to transform computing innovations into practical use is limited by our ability to design and implement increasingly powerful, complex software systems while ensuring their safety and dependability.

Graduate Studies:
The institute provides a stimulating, competitive, yet collaborative environment for research and graduate education. Qualified candidates can pursue doctoral degrees under the supervision of MPI-SWS Faculty. Graduate students work as members of one or more of the institute’s research groups, which perform internationally leading, highly visible research in their respective fields of specialization. Graduate students receive individual training and mentoring from MPI-SWS faculty, preparing them for leadership in world-class academic or industrial research.

Application and Admission:
Qualified candidates who wish to pursue a doctoral degree in a research area covered by MPI-SWS faculty may apply using the application form. The review of applications for Fall 2011 will begin on January 15, 2011. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to submit applications by that date; however, we will continue to accept applications throughout the year for exceptionally strong candidates. Please expect a delay of up to three months when applying outside the normal schedule. Admitted applicants will have an opportunity to visit the institute and interact with faculty and students before making their decision.
Admission to the graduate program is highly competitive. A four-year Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree from a top-tier, research-oriented institution of higher education is required. Applicants should have an outstanding academic record (at or near the top of their class), excellent scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general and computer science subject tests, proficiency in spoken and written English, and strong letters of recommendation from their academic advisors.MPI-SWS maintains an open, international and diverse work environment and seeks applications from outstanding students regardless of their national origin or citizenship. The working language is English; knowledge of the German language is not required for successful studies at the institute. Those who would like to learn German, however, can attend German language classes. The language classes are free-of-charge and are offered at varying levels of proficiency. The institute is committed to increasing the representation of women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities in Computer Science.

Administrivia:
Admitted students are advised by MPI-SWS faculty and conduct their research at the institute. Academically, the graduate program is administered in cooperation with a degree-granting university, normally Saarland University or the Technical University of Kaiserslautern. Graduation at another university is also possible through special arrangements with MPI-SWS faculty; however, students are expected to be in residence and perform their research at the MPI-SWS.All admitted students receive a scholarship to cover fees, living expenses and health insurance. Additional financial support is provided for students with a dependent spouse or children.Successful applicants from non-EU countries are sponsored for a student visa. Students may seek gainful employment and apply for permanent residency in Germany after their studies. MPI graduates are highly sought after by academia and industry worldwide.

Scholarship Application Deadline:throughout the year

contact:
MPI-SWS
Wartburg
Martin-Luther-Straße 12
D-66111 Saarbrücken,Germany
Phone: +49 681 9303-691
Fax: +49 681 9303-699

Source: http://www.mpi-sws.org/index_noflash.php?n=about

Scholarship Description:To do a Post Graduate degree course in select subject at one of the select German universities.
Target group: Very well qualified graduates (4 years) from any discipline with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.

Scholarship Value:
• Stipend of Euro 750.00 per month
• A lump sum towards air fare from India to Germany and back
• Exemption from payment of university tuition fees
• A study and research subsidy
• Compulsory health insurance covered by DAAD
• 1 to 6 months German Language Course in Germany – free tuition, boarding, lodging plus pocket allowance during the period of the German language course (preceding studies)

Requirements and Conditions:
• A 1st class Bachelor’s Degree
• Candidates come either from a public authority or a state or private company in a developing country and, as such, are engaged in the planning and execution of directives and pro-jects with emphasis on development policies having a bear-ing on technological, economic or social areas.
• There should not be a gap of more than 6 years between the award of last degree and application deadline (31st July) and the candidate should not be older than 36 years*
• Language competencies for courses in German: DSH 2 or TestDaF 4 for courses in English: TOEFL (minimum score: 550 paper based, 213 computer based, 80 internet based) or IELTS (band 6) certificate
• In general, candidates should be residing in India at the time of application. Candidates, who have been in Germany for more than one year at the time of application, are not eligible to apply.

Application Procedure:
The link to the application form is available on our website.The deadline for submission of applications is 31st July of each year at DAAD New Delhi Office.

Scholarship Application Deadline:31st July 2011

Contact:
German Academic Exchange Service
Mrs. Anuroopa Dixit
2, Nyaya Marg Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110 021
Tel: 91-11-41680968; 41680969 Fax: 91-11-46068192
E-Mail: dixit@daaddelhi.org

Source: http://newdelhi.daad.de/mainFrame/home/aufbau.pdf