Women Scientists Fellowship Scheme – 2009

Section B
2. Brief details of the
Laboratory/Technology Institution/S&T based voluntary organization that is proposing to host
The Fellowship Scheme for Women Scientists for societal programmes is initiative of the the project-
Department of Science & Technology. This scheme is meant for all those women having a i) Name of organization: ii) Type (Govt/ Semi Govt/ NGO/ Private)
burning desire to utilize their scientific acumen through active research and development iii) Contact person, designation, phone fax, email (Specialization area):
projects which are aimed at meeting societal needs and aspirations. iv) Name of Guide/ Scientist from Host Institute, Postal , email address and contact number
Objectives: of guide/ scientist:
 Provide an opportunity for women scientists to re -enter into active research after a v) Information about the organization regarding R & D experiences and list of recent
career break, through support for S&T based R&D projects addressing the needs of completed projects by the Guide/ Scientist from Host Institute
people in unorganized urban o r rural areas; and vi) Details of infrastructure to be provided by the host organization:
 Provide opportunity for S&T capacity building of women on issues relevant in Section C (Applicable if field work is involved)
societal programmes. i) Type (Govt/ Semi Govt/ NGO/ Private) v) Contact person:
Project proposals could be for: ii) Details of the field agency vi) Area of operation:
 Research, development and adaptation of technology to improve the quality of life iii) Name: iv) Address: vii) Area of expertise:
and provide additional opportunities for income generation in rural areas or urban Section D
slums; (Details about the project on which the applicant desires to work)
 Adaptation and transfer of an innovative technology developed at laboratory level to 1. Title of the Project:
field; 2. Duration:
 Capacity building of applicant in technology areas relevant to the needs in rural areas. 3. Total cost:
Nature of Support Provided: 4. Specific Objectives of the project (not more than 2):
 Support will include a scholarship grant of Rs.15 ,000 per month for candidates with 5. Technical Details:
Ph.D., M.Tech., MS/MD and Rs.10,000 per month for candidates havi ng post graduate i) Description of the problem
degree for a period of two years. ii) Review of literature in the proposed area of research
iii) Research and development component of the study
 Grant for minor equipment, consumables, contingencies, travel and overheads will also a) study design , b) sample size and selection of subjects/ plants c) su rvey tools
be considered if found necessary under the work plan . d) measurements proposed e) methods of estimations proposed,
Who can apply: 6. Societal component of the proposal
Indian nationals living in India and who are currently not employed in permanent position
Details about a) Interventions proposed/suggested solutions and alternatives, b)Methods to be
and who possess one of the following qualifications:
popularized to masses, training schedules , methods of imparting training,
 Ph.D. or masters degree in science,
7. Expected deliverables/outcomes highlighting societal benefits
 Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or technology, architecture , medicine or
8. Proposed utility of the outcomes
pharmacy.
9. Detailed time schedule/major milestones/bar chart (Quarterly/half yearly/yearly)
 Who have break in career after the last degree received for at least three years. 10. Proposed Budget for two years : (Fellowship, Consumables, Travel, Equipment,
 Age: The applicant should be below the age of 50 years as on 15 /02/2009.
Overhead Charges)
 Others: (Detailed justification for each item of the budget head needs to be provided)
a. Candidates selected for award of the fellowship are not expected to register for higher
11. List of References
degree (PhD, etc)during the period of fellowship. Section E
b. Candidates already having a permanent jobs or fellowship will not be considered Documents to be submitted along with the applications:
unless they advance cogent reasons for making the change. In such cases the
i) Attested copy of the last d egree certificate.:
application should be accompanied by a letter from the Head of the Institution
ii) Format for the Certificate from the host institute (on a letter head) regarding extending
agreeing to release the candidate.
their commitment for infrastructure and administrative support for the project
 The project proposal must show an active association with a field agency in rega rd to
implementation of the project irrespective of the fact whether the candidate is Certificate/forwarding letter from Head of the sponsoring Institute on a letter head.
attached to an educational institution or R&D institution or any other agency. A letter To,
to that effect from field agency is required. Head,
 A certificate from the host institution, for extending infrastructural or administrative SEED Division,
support for the project must be enclosed with the application. Similarly, a certificate DST, New Delhi.
from the identified field agency showing the agreement to get associated with the Dear Sir,
project is also required. I am forwarding this application for fellowship under the DST sponsored Scheme for
 If the proposal includes clinical trials involving humans or animals necessary ethical Women Scientist for societal programme WOS -B by (Name of the candidate). She has
clearance following ICMR/ CPCSEA guidelines must be submitted along with the formulated this proposal/revised the proposal according to the suggestions recommended
proposal . by the Selection Committee.
Duration: The scholarship will be given initially for duration of two years. The period may I hereby certify that (Name of the institution) will host the said project of (Name of the
be extended to the third year in exceptional cases, if recommended by Experts during candidate) and offer her the necessary infrastructural facilities related to laboratory
periodic reviews. requirement of work place, administrative support during the entire project period and will
Selection Mechanism: A Committee of Experts will be involved in the selection process. receive regularly her fellowship from the date of her joining. The candidate will follow the
The two-tier selection process will be adopted involving initial screening and subsequent existing rules and regulations for Research Student (for M. Sc.) or Research Associate (for
individual presentation by the screened-in candidates before a group of Experts. The Ph.D.)of the institute.
selected candidates will be informed by post. The list will also be posted on the web site of She will be working under the guidance of (Name and designation of the guide ).
the Division. Thanking you
Application form can be downloaded from the website of www.aripune.org or Yours sincerely
www.scienceandsociety-dst.org. Completed applications should be sent to Dr. Shobha Rao, (Name and Sign of Institutional Hea d) (Date) (Place) (Institutional Stamp)
Coordinator, WOS-B Scheme, Agharkar Research Institute, G. G. Agarkar Road, Pune – (Name and Sign of Institutional Guide) (Date) (Place) (Institutional Stamp)
411 004.
The last date for submission of application is extended upto May 10, 2009. iii) Certificate from the field agency (on it’s letter head ) indicating the permission and the
Application Format support for carrying out the field work required in the proposal.
Section A iv) In case the host is a voluntary organization, attested copies of the following document also
1.* Name of Applicant: need to be submitted:
2. * Postal address for correspondence: a) Registration certificate of the or ganization
3. Tel: Pin Code: b) Memorandum of association
4. Email: c) Annual Report of last three years
5. Address of the host Institution: d) Audited statement of accounts for last three years
6. Date of Birth: Age: Declaration
7. Academic record (From Graduation onwards) I do hereby declare that the statements made in this application are true, complete and correct
Degree Institution/ Year of passing Major subjects Division (%) to the best of my knowledg e and belief. In the event of any information being found false or
University incorrect or ineligibility detected before or after test/interview, my candidature will stand
cancelled and my all claims for the scholarship will stand forfeited.
a. Whether prior applied under WOS-B. Yes/No If Yes Year of application: Signature of Applicant Place: Date:
Status: Not Screened/Recommended-accepted/Recommended-not accepted/Deferred/Not Recommended Application should clearly indicate the name of the scheme WOS -B on the front page of
b. Whether currently registered for PhD. Yes/ No the proposal. Two copies of the proposal with documents attached as per section E with
If yes, : Date of registration : Topic for PhD signed declaration may be sent to Dr. Shobha Rao, Coordinator, WO S-B Scheme, Agharkar
c. Whether studying for any further degree. If ‘Yes’ details regarding the same Research Institute, G.G.Agarkar Rd, Pune -411 004.
d. Number of research paper published/patents filed/granted (Give list only) (Incomplete applications will not be considered)
8. Attested copy of the last degree also needs to be enclosed: For more details please contact:
9. Whether passed any examination conducted by NET, GATE, UGC, ICAR: Coordinator, Fellowship Scheme for Women scientist (WOS -B)
10. Professional/Employment Record if any: Agharkar Research Institute, G. G. Agarkar Road, Pune – 411 004.
Designat Name & Address of Period Emolume Job description Phone – (020) 25653680 Ext. 302 Website: www.scienceandsociety-dst.org
ion Employee nts The last date for submission of application is extended upto May 10, 2009 .
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