With the generous support of the Mellon Foundation, Dartmouth will be accepting applications for two postdoctoral fellowships in the humanities from Fall 2024 to the end of Spring 2026. These fellowships foster the academic careers of scholars who have recently received their Ph.D. degrees by permitting them to pursue their research while …

The haunting legacy of Vlad III Basarab, famously known as Vlad the Impaler, continues to captivate our imagination with tales of terror. The legends surrounding him provided the basis for the iconic vampire character, Dracula. However, a fresh perspective on this bloodthirsty tyrant emerges from a meticulous study of letters …

Sequencing of the human genome marked the beginning of a new era in biomedicine that is rapidly transforming our understanding of human diseases and, consequently, our ability to prevent and treat them. The availability of tools for quantitative analysis might translate the evaluation of disease risk from the population to …

In an exciting stride forward in Parkinson’s disease research, a phase 3 clinical trial is underway to assess the efficacy of coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10 or ubiquinone, in high doses. The primary objective of this trial is to ascertain whether this coenzyme could represent a tangible avenue for …

Parkinson’s Disease, a debilitating condition gradually eroding brain neurons, takes on a novel dimension with recent research. While mitochondrial defects have long been associated with the disease, researchers from the University of Iowa have unearthed an unexpected link between the intestine, the immune system, and protection against the ailment. Published …

The Education University of Hong Kong, Knowledge Transfer Sub-office Hong Kong JOB DESCRIPTION The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust has set up the Jockey Club Global STEM Post-doctoral Fellowship for Translational Research and Application as a strategic initiative to support long- term innovation and technology development in Hong Kong. …

Deadline 22 November 2023 Research Field Formal sciences Funding Type Funding Career Stage Recognised Researcher (R2) (PhD holders or equivalent who are not yet fully independent) Established Researcher (R3) (Researchers who have developed a level of independence) European Research Programme H2020 / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND About Outline INSPIRE (INnovative …

Apply for several scholarships at once The Harmonized Scholarship Process allows for incoming and current students to apply for several Faculty of Graduate Studies-managed scholarships using a single online application, the complete list of which can be found on our funding application process page. If you are a new applicant, you are …

Many individuals turn to artificial sweeteners to control their weight and shed excess pounds. However, new data indicates that these artificial sweeteners might not yield the expected weight loss effects. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently issued guidelines discouraging the use of sugar-free sweeteners, also known as artificial sweeteners, …

Amahoro’s program is tailored to reflect Africa’s socio-economic context to cultivate the acumen in entrepreneurship and leadership needed for success. The program offers bespoke courses that enable fellows to acquire invaluable erudition, hone their distinct aptitudes, and conceive pioneering strategies to flourish. Fellows will also have the opportunity to participate …

The German Association of Pharmacists has recently emphasized the importance of being mindful of the interaction between food and medications. According to this association, the quality of the foods and beverages we consume can directly impact the effectiveness of medications. Furthermore, certain medications can influence how our bodies absorb nutrients …

Benefits of Eating Grapes Three Times a Day: Scientists from Western New England University have discovered that consuming grapes alters the gut microbiome and improves health. The study was published in Scientific Reports, as scientists examined the effect of grapes on the gut microbiome, given that the intestines contain billions …

ROTARY YONEYAMA SCHOLARSHIP To apply for this scholarship, the applicant must apply to both APU and directly to the scholarship organization. About the Scholarship Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidate is for international students located outside Japan that are scheduled to enroll in APU’s Graduate School. Both master’s and doctoral …

MEXT SCHOLARSHIP (EMBASSY RECOMMENDATION) To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must first apply through the Japanese embassy. After receiving the primary screening results from the embassy, applicants will then submit certain documents to APU. Most embassies accept applications around April each year, but please contact the embassy in your …

Carrots have long been associated with enhanced vision due to their content of beta-carotene, a compound that converts to vitamin A in the body—a key nutrient for eye health. However, it’s important to debunk a pervasive misconception: while carrots do offer nutritional benefits, there’s no scientific evidence to support the …