[Aqualist] Opportunity for ANSTO-sponsored Fullbright Scholarship in the UnitedStates

[Steven J Phipps]

Forwarding in case of interest...

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Future looks bright for Fulbright Scholar

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity awaits this year’s winner of the 
Fulbright Scholarship being offered by the Australian Nuclear Science and 
Technology Organisation (ANSTO).

Valued at up to $A 40,000, the Fulbright Scholarship is for Australian 
citizens wishing to carry out research or study in the United States of 
America in nuclear science or technology. The winner will also get an 
unrivalled opportunity for Australians seeking professional development in 
the United States.

The Fulbright Program is one of the largest and most prestigious 
educational exchange programs in the world. The Australian-American 
Fulbright Commission is one of over 50 Fulbright Commissions in the world 
who work with the United States Department of State to facilitate the 
Fulbright Program between the United States and 155 countries worldwide.

Fulbright Professional Scholarships are available for junior to mid-career 
professionals, poised for advancement to a senior role from the private, 
public and not-for-profit sectors, or junior to middle level academics 
whose professional focus is industry related.

The Fulbright Scholar will receive $5,200 per month (tax free in 
Australia) for a maximum period of six months and costs for international 
travel up to at $6,300.

As well as providing financial support, the Fulbright Scholarship supports 
a program of professional development in Australia and the United States, 
including orientation programs and opportunities for networking with 
Australian, U.S. and international Fulbright Scholars and alumni.

Applications for Fulbright Australian Scholarships for 2011 will open 1 
June 2010 and will close 31 August 2010. Applicants need to be Australian 
citizens. More information is available at 
http://www.fulbright.com.au/scholarships/australian/scholarships/ANSTO.html

For more information please contact ANSTO Communications, (02) 9717 9208.