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Mathematical Modelling of Atherosclerotic Plaque Growth
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This scholarship supports current and commencing Masters by Research student studying at the School of Mathematics and Statistics.
Highlights| Value | Eligibility | Open date | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|
| $29,863 p.a. (1-3.5 years) | Domestic/international student Master's by Research or PhD Research in growth and regression of atherosclerotic plaques | 31 January 2023 | 13 February 2023 |
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BenefitsThis scholarship will provide an annual stipend allowance equivalent to the minimum RTP rate (indexed on 1 January each year) and is subject to satisfactory academic performance.
A successful Master of Philosophy (MPhil) recipient may be awarded the scholarship for up to 1 year.
A successful Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) may be awarded the scholarship for up to three years with a potential six-month extension.
Who's eligibleYou must:
An applicant without an unconditional offer of admission may apply and be selected, however, no scholarship offer will be sent until the applicant has an unconditional offer of admission.
BackgroundThis Scholarship aims to support a student undertaking a Masters by Research or PhD on approved projects funded by ARC within the Faculty of Science.
The focus of this research will be on formulating, analysing, solving numerically and applying partial differential equation models for the growth and regression of atherosclerotic plaques with a focus on immune cells and lipid trafficking. Once these models have been formulated, they will need to be analysed and numerically solved and the results interpreted in the context of the underlying biology. The successful applicant will have experience in formulating, solving and applying differential equation models and with numerical solution and/or analysis of differential equations.
For further details, please contact Professor Mary Myerscough.
Terms and conditions1. Background
a. This Scholarship aims to support a student undertaking a Masters by Research or PhD on approved projects funded by ARC within the Faculty of Science.
b. The focus of this research will be on formulating, analysing, solving numerically and applying partial differential equation models for the growth and regression of atherosclerotic plaques with a focus on immune cells and lipid trafficking.
2. Eligibility
a. The Scholarship is offered subject to the applicant having an unconditional offer of admission for full-time enrolment in a PhD program or an unconditional offer of admission for full-time enrolment in a Master’s by Research program with the intent to transfer to PhD after satisfactory completion of the first annual progress evaluation within the Faculty of Science at the University of Sydney
b. An applicant without an unconditional offer of admission may apply and be selected, however, no scholarship offer will be sent until the applicant has an unconditional offer of admission.
c. Applicant must be willing to conduct research into formulating, analysing, solving numerically and applying partial differential equation models for the growth and regression of atherosclerotic plaques with a focus on immune cells and lipid trafficking.
d. Applicant must also hold at least one of the following degrees: I. an Honours degree (First Class or Second Class Upper) or equivalent, or II. Masters degree with a substantial research component.
3. Selection Criteria
a. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the basis of:
I. academic merit, II. experience in mathematical modelling of biological systems, III. experience in formulating, analysis and solving systems of differential equations
b. Shortlist applicants may be requested to attend an interview.
c. The successful applicant will be awarded the Scholarship on the nomination of the relevant research supervisor(s), or their nominated delegate(s).
4. Value
a. The Scholarship will provide a stipend allowance equivalent to the minimum Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend rate (indexed on 1 January each year), subject to satisfactory academic performance, for the following duration:
I. up to one year for a successful Master’s by research, II. up to 3 years for a successful PhD recipient who commenced their candidature on or after the 1 January 2019.
b. The PhD recipient is encouraged to complete their PhD in 3 years but may apply for an extension of the stipend allowance for up to 6 months.
c. If a successful applicant converts from a Master’s by Research to a PhD the maximum duration of the Scholarship becomes that of the new candidature.
d. Periods of study already undertaken towards the degree prior to the commencement of the Scholarship will be deducted from the maximum duration of the Scholarship excluding any potential extension period.
e. The Scholarship is for commencement in the relevant research period in which it is offered and cannot be deferred or transferred to another area of research without prior approval.
f. No other amount is payable.
g. The Scholarship will be offered subject to the availability of funding.
5. Eligibility for Progression
a. Progression for a PhD student is subject to attending and passing the annual progress evaluation.
b. Progression for Master’s by Research student is subject to attending and passing their first annual progress evaluation, and subsequent transfer to a PhD program.
6. Leave Arrangements
a. The Scholarship recipient receives up to 20 working days recreation leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued. However, the student will forfeit any unused leave remaining when the Scholarship is terminated or complete. Recreation leave does not attract a leave loading and the supervisor's agreement must be obtained before leave is taken.
b. The Scholarship recipient may take up to 10 working days sick leave each year of the Scholarship and this may be accrued over the tenure of the Scholarship. Students with family responsibilities, caring for sick children or relatives, or experiencing domestic violence, may convert up to five days of their annual sick leave entitlement to carer’s leave on presentation of medical certificate(s). Students taking sick leave must inform their supervisor as soon as practicable.
7. Research Overseas
a. The Scholarship recipient may not normally conduct research overseas within the first six months of award.
b. The recipient is required to follow official advice from the University and Department of Foreign Affairs and Travel in light of travel restrictions due to Covid-19.
c. The Scholarship holder may conduct up to 12 months of their research outside Australia. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC) and will only be granted if the research is essential for completion of the degree.
d. In addition, further approval may be required as outlined in the University of Sydney’s Covid-19 Response Plan.
e. All periods of overseas research are cumulative and will be counted towards a student's candidature. Students must remain enrolled full-time at the University and receive approval to count time away.
f. If the recipient is conducting research outside of Australia, the recipient acknowledges that the University of Sydney is not liable for any costs incurred. This includes but is not limited to: cost of travel and transfers (unless stated under section 4 (Value) of this scholarship to amount listed), delays due to travel restrictions or State and/or Federal quarantine requirements on their return to Australia.
8. Suspension
a. The Scholarship recipient cannot suspend their award within their first six months of study, unless a legislative provision applies.
b. The Scholarship recipient may apply for up to 12 months suspension of the Scholarship for any reason during the tenure of the Scholarship. Periods of Scholarship suspension are cumulative and failure to resume study after suspension will result in the award being terminated. Approval must be sought from the student's supervisor, Head of School and the Faculty via application to the Higher Degree by Research Administration Centre (HDRAC). HDRAC will consult with Scholarship Office to confirm funding availability for the period of suspension. Periods of study towards the degree during suspension of the Scholarship will be deducted from the maximum tenure of the Scholarship.
9. Changes in Enrolment
a. The Scholarship recipient must notify HDRAC and their supervisor promptly of any planned changes to their enrolment including but not limited to: attendance pattern, suspension, leave of absence, withdrawal, course transfer, and candidature upgrade or downgrade. If the award holder does not provide notice of the changes identified above, the University may require repayment of any overpaid stipend.
10. Termination
a. The Scholarship will be terminated:
I. on resignation or withdrawal of the recipient from their research degree, II. upon submission of the thesis or at the end of the award, III. if the recipient ceases to be a full-time student and prior approval has not been obtained to hold the Scholarship on a part-time basis, IV. upon the recipient having completed the maximum candidature for their degree as per the University of Sydney (Higher Degree by Research) Rule 2011 Policy, V. if a Master’s by Research student does not satisfactorily complete their first annual progress evaluation, and subsequently transfer to a PhD program, VI. if the recipient receives an alternative primary stipend scholarship. In such circumstances this Scholarship will be terminated in favour of the alternative stipend scholarship where it is of higher value, VII. if the recipient does not resume study at the end of a period of approved leave, or VIII. if the recipient ceases to meet the eligibility requirements specified for this Scholarship, (other than during a period in which the Scholarship has been suspended or during a period of approved leave).
b. The Scholarship may also be terminated by the University before this time if, in the opinion of the University:
I. the course of study is not being carried out with competence and diligence or in accordance with the terms of this offer, II. the student fails to maintain satisfactory progress, or III. the student has committed misconduct or other inappropriate conduct.
c. The Scholarship will be suspended throughout the duration of any enquiry/appeal process.
d. Once the Scholarship has been terminated, it will not be reinstated unless due to University error.
11. Misconduct
a. Where during the Scholarship a student engages in misconduct, or other inappropriate conduct (either during the Scholarship or in connection with the student’s application and eligibility for the Scholarship), which in the opinion of the University warrants recovery of funds provided, the University may require the student to repay payments made in connection with the Scholarship. Examples of such conduct include and without limitation; academic dishonesty, research misconduct within the meaning of the Research Code of Conduct (for example, plagiarism in proposing, carrying out or reporting the results of research, or failure to declare or manage a serious conflict of interests), breach of the Code of Conduct for Students and misrepresentation in the application materials or other documentation associated with the Scholarship.
b. The University may require such repayment at any time during or after the Scholarship period. In addition, by accepting this Scholarship, the student consents to all aspects of any investigation into misconduct in connection with this Scholarship being disclosed by the University to the funding body and/or any relevant professional body.
12. Other Conditions
a. The successful recipient of this Scholarship must complete the Student Deed Poll supplied by the University of Sydney.
b. The successful recipient of this Scholarship may be required to comply with other conditions in line with the ARC funded project. This may include but is not limited to:
I. Ethics and Biosafety; II. Confidentiality; III. Intellectual Property; IV. Publications; V. Acknowledgements; VI. Student Thesis.
c. The other conditions relevant to this project will be outlined in the scholarship advertisement and in the offer letter.
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