Temasek Research Fellowship

TEMASEK RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP (TRF)

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Introduction The Temasek Research Fellowship (TRF) 2011 is now open for application. Outstanding young researchers with Ph.D Degrees in science or technology are invited to apply for the prestigious TRF awards.

The Temasek Research Fellowship (TRF) is a scheme aimed at recruiting outstanding young researchers with Ph.D Degree in science or technology. The scheme provides young researchers an opportunity to conduct and lead research that is relevant to defence. It offers:

 A 3-year research grant that commensurate with the scope of work, with an option to extend up to a further 3 years,  Possible tenure-track academic appointment with NUS at the end of the TRF,  Attractive and competitive remuneration.

Research Fields

New research focus areas may be added for subsequent years. For 2011, Fellows may lead and conduct research, and publish in these areas:

Programme Research Area Email Manager Advanced Protective Materials Dr Seah Chong Chiang [email protected] Dr Cheng Wei Ping [email protected] Bio-mimetic Aerodynamics Mr Wang Jong Chin [email protected] Cyber Security Mr Goh Han Chong [email protected] Sensemaking Technology Mr Josiah Tan [email protected] Sensor Systems and Signal Mr Eric Sim [email protected] Processing

Prospective candidates are encouraged to discuss their research proposal with the relevant Programme Managers before submission of the application.

Applications in other fundamental areas of science or technology, where a breakthrough would be of interest to defence and security, will also be considered.

Application Procedures To apply, please provide the following documents completed in English. All certificates must be duly certified:

 Completed TRF Research Application Form  Detailed Curriculum Vitae (including complete publication listing, employment & educational history, language proficiency, availability status).  Certificates - Basic and post graduate qualifications including detailed transcripts of grades/scores.  Abstract of previous research accomplishments (list titles and references of published works and works in process, patents, papers presented at conferences etc)  Three recent international referee reports, complete with each referee's one-page Curriculum Vitae

Applicants will be shortlisted by a TRF Review Panel, and will be invited to present their research plans, meet local researchers and identify potential collaborators in May 2012. Shortlisted applicants from outside Singapore will receive an allowance to cover travel and accommodation expenses.

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All applications must reach the relevant NUS Faculty/School/Research Institute/Research Centre of Excellence as both hardcopies and softcopies by 10 February 2012. Contact details are available at:

Faculties/Schools: http://www.nus.edu.sg/dpr/aboutus/vice.htm RICs/RCEs: http://www.nus.edu.sg/research/university.php

NUS Faculty/School/Research Institute/Research Centre of Excellence must forward all applications to Office of the Deputy President (Research & Technology), Attn to: Ms Soh Li Yan (email:[email protected], tel: 6516 4823) by 15 Feb r uary 2012.

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1. APPLICATION

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2. PERSONAL PARTICULARS

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4. DECLARATION

I declare that the particulars in this application are true to the best of my knowledge and belief, and I have not willfully suppressed any material fact.

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Research Plan for Deployment of Temasek Research Fellowship Note: Please complete all sections

How did you find out about the TRF scheme?

Research Field: (e.g. Electromagnetics, Security Engineering, Cognitive Science, etc) Project Title:

Proposed Collaborators (Please state name and affiliation)

Proposed Duration of Research:

Total Project Value:

1. Project Objectives

2. Scientific Abstract Please provide an abstract of the proposed research. This abstract should be no more than 400 words and it should describe the objectives of the study; methodology; expected results and the significance of the results.

3. Lay Abstract Please provide an abstract of the proposed research written for the understanding of individuals who are not trained in the said research field. This abstract should be no more than 400 words and it should be written in relatively simple, non-technical language. Please describe the problem area you are addressing, what specific questions you will attempt to answer, and the potential long term benefits of this research.

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4. Potential Impact/Application/Exploration of Proposed Research to Defence & Security Matters

5. Any other remarks

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6. Declaration of Other Funding Please list all Grants Awarded (only those still active) and/or Grants Applied For (those pending decision) Project Title/Area Funding Status Amount Years of Role played Agency/ (Awarded/ Submitted (S$) Support & (Please indicate, Country pending Decision) Expiry Date Principal Investigator, Collaborator, etc)

7. Project Budget Phasing Please provide brief details of the resources required and a 12-month budget request. Projected Budget Projected Budget Projected Budget Total Phasing Item Months 1 to 12 Months 13 to 24 Montths 25 to 36 =(1)+(2)+(3) ($) ($) ($) ($) Manpower (excluding applicant’s remuneration)

Other Operating Expenditure

Equipment

Remarks/Justification:

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8. Milestones and Deliverables Activities Start date End date Duration (Months)

9. Undertaking by Principal Investigator and all Collaborators

In signing the Research Application, the Principal Investigator and all Co-Investigator(s) UNDERTAKE, on any Grant Award, to:

a. Declare that all information is accurate and true and no relevant information has been withheld. b. Not send similar versions or part(s) of this proposal to other agencies for funding. c. Obtain all relevant approvals and submit all supporting documents of ethics approval obtained from the relevant Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Animal Ethics Committee for studies involving human subjects/human tissues or cells, and animal/animal tissues or cells respectively. Also, be actively engaged in the execution of the research and comply with all laws, rules and regulations pertaining to animal and human ethics, including the Singapore Good Clinical Practice guidelines. d. Adhere to NUS’ guidelines and processes.

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All applications must reach the relevant NUS Faculty/School/Research Institute/Research Centre of Excellence as both hardcopies and softcopies by 10 February 2012. Contact details are available at:

Faculties/Schools: http://www.nus.edu.sg/dpr/aboutus/vice.htm RICs/RCEs: http://www.nus.edu.sg/research/university.php

NUS Faculty/School/Research Institute/Research Centre of Excellence must forward all applications to Office of the Deputy President (Research & Technology), Attn to: Ms Soh Li Yan (email:[email protected], tel: 6516 4823) by 15 Feb r uary 2012.

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