Fellowships in sustainability science

[Gisela Isten]

NB: "Citizens of Italy or developing countries are especially encouraged 
to apply."
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The Sustainability Science Program at Harvard University's Center for 
International Development invites applications for resident fellowships 
in sustainability science for the University's academic year beginning 
in September 2011. Deadline for applications: 1 December 2010.
Fellowships in sustainability science

The fellowship competition is open to advanced doctoral and 
post-doctoral students, and to mid-career professionals engaged in 
research or practice to facilitate the design, implementation, and 
evaluation of effective interventions that promote sustainable development.

Applicants should describe how their work would contribute to 
"sustainability science," the emerging field of use-inspired research 
seeking understanding of the interactions between human and 
environmental systems as well as the application of such knowledge to 
sustainability challenges relating to advancing development of 
agriculture, habitation, energy and materials, health and water while 
conserving the earth's life support systems.

This year some preference will be given to applicants whose work 
addresses challenges of innovation for sustainable development, with 
special attention to innovation in the energy, health and agricultural 
sectors. In addition to general funds available to support this 
fellowship offering, special funding for the Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowships 
in Sustainability Science is available to support citizens of Italy or 
developing countries who are therefore especially encouraged to apply.

The Sustainability Science Program is directed by Professors William 
Clark and Michael Kremer, and Nancy Dickson. For more information on the 
fellowships application process see 
http://www.cid.harvard.edu/sustsci/fellowship. Applications are due on 1 
December 2010.