NEWS
The Institute of Biology-University of the Philippines-Diliman in collaboration with LAMAVE are looking for MSc and Ph.D. candidates for the first marine turtle genetic program in the Philippines
Several project lines have been developed by the Institute of Biology-University of the Philippines-Diliman in collaboration with national and international partners. These studies will address critically important marine turtle conservation issues in the Asia-Pacific Region. The collaborative team is now looking for MSc and Ph.D. candidates to apply for these exciting opportunities.
Why is this work important?
The Philippines are a key habitat for the conservation of marine turtles in the Asia-Pacific Region, with many endangered and critically endangered populations using its rich waters during different stages of their life cycle. Genetic studies play a significant role in defining priorities and directing management to implement effective and well-targeted marine turtle conservation measures.
Programs Available:
M.S. Biology
Ph.D. Biology
Ph.D. Biology (by research)
Available Thesis includes:
Population Genetics of Green Turtle at Foraging Grounds
Population Genetics of Hawksbill Turtle and Connectivity to Illegal Wildlife Trade
Financial Aid:
Full scholarships opportunities available under DOST-ASTHRDP
Research funding provided through LAMAVE and WWF-PH, with approximately 1,000,000 PHP already secured with funding opportunities for one additional million.
Fieldwork opportunities supported by LAMAVE
Requirements:
Students will be required to graduate within 6 months from the expected deadline, with no possibility of extension.
To learn more about the Academic requirements and program read more here: https://biology.science.upd.edu.ph/index.php/academics/
Application Deadlines for 1st Semester, Academic Year 2021-2022
Graduate Program Application: 31 May 2021
DOST-ASTHRDP Application: 30 June 2021
HOW TO APPLY
To apply follow the instruction here: https://science.upd.edu.ph/graduate-programs/
Learn more by joining a zoom Q&A with the supervisors
Zoom with supervisors Dr Alessandro Ponzo and Dr Ian Fontinilla - Monday 17th May
A Question & Answer session and an opportunity to meet the team will be available on Zoom on Monday 17th of May at 2 PM. Click here to Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcpdO-rrDwsHNYm98w4HZwTKquEc3swxnK2
Express your interest
To learn more about the project, express your interests and get support in the application please send an email to Dr Alessandro Ponzo, LAMAVE at a.ponzo(at)lamave.org
For graduate program inquiries or application requirements, please contact Dr. Ian Fontinilla: ianfontanilla(at)hotmail.com or the Office of the Associate Dean: csgrad(at)science.upd.edu.ph
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