Olin J Eggen Research Award
The Australian National University (ANU)
The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) offers the Olin J Eggen Research Award to up to 3 outstanding international students commencing in the PhD program at RSAA. Funding for this Award is made possible by an endowment setup to commemorate the contributions of the late Professor Olin J Eggen. Professor Eggen, a native of Wisconsin, USA, was Director of Mt Stromlo Observatory from 1966 through 1977, a period that saw considerable growth and with it the foundation of the high international regard in which the Observatory (now the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics) is held. The objective of the Award is to support outstanding international students to enable them to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Astronomy & Astrophysics based in the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics.
Eligibility
is enrolling full-time in a program of study for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy & Astrophysics based in the Research School of Astronomy & Astrophysics; and is and remains an international student; has a demonstrated track record of significant research that contributes to the field of Astronomy & Astrophysics.
| Amount | $2,500 |
|---|---|
| Number per year | 3 |
| Frequency | Once Only |
| For Australian students | |
| For international students | |
| Level of study | Postgraduate |
