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Find yourself far too informed about science outside your thesis?
Fancy yourself a science journalist?
Peer Review currently seeks to build a crew of potently motivated graduate students who will host outstandingly interesting interviews with leading scientists, experts and generally well-informed visionaries. Our weekly radio show/podcast on CHUO 89.1 FM begins on August 30th and will break down indigestible scientific topics into bite-sized, themed episodes drizzled with book reviews, science news and interviews.
If you feel like scientific outreach just might be your bag, please drop by PeerReviewRadio.com and put in an application ASAP – all information regarding necessary responsibilities and enjoyabilities can be found here too. Otherwise, be sure to follow us on twitter and facebook.
Scientific granting agencies and science employers alike are increasingly recognizing the importance of fostering good communication skills in their researchers. For the most fun you’ve ever had padding your CV, join Peer Review Radio as we bring science back to the people!
Congratulations to our 2010 Vanier Scholarships recipients!
The prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) Program is designed to attract and retain world-class doctoral students by offering them a financial award of $50,000 a year for up to three years. To qualify, students must combine leadership abilities with excellent academic achievement.
Each year, students pursuing graduate-level studies at uOttawa’s Faculty of Medicine stand out among the pool of scholarship candidates.
2010 recipients of the Vanier Scholarship
Dana Danielson
PhD Microbiology and Immunology
and
Rami Darwich
PhD Biochemistry with Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics
In 2009, the University of Ottawa recommended 14 students for Vanier/NSERC and Vanier/CIHR awards. Seven of the candidates received the award, including three from one of the graduate studies programs at the Faculty of Medicine.
For more information on the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, go to http://www.vanier.gc.ca/hp-pa-eng.shtml.
Ragunath Singaravelu, Master of Science - Microbiology and Immunology
Supervisor: Dr. John Paul Pezacki
Mame Daro Faye, Doctorate in Philosophy - Biochemistry
Supervisor: Dr. Martin Holcik
Naomi Samantha De Silva, Master of Science - Biochemistry,
Specialization in Human and Molecular Genetics
Supervisor: Dr. John Bell