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Supporting Developing Country Researchers in Publishing Their Work
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Supporting Developing Country Researchers in Publishing Their Work
Description
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from 12:00 am to |
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| Location | University of Nairobi, Chiromo Campus |
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| Contact Name | Joy Owango |
| Contact Email | joy.owango@tcc-africa.org |
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The training course is part of the activity of the Training Centre in Communication (TCC). TCC is devoted to improve the level of science and technical communication through building capacity of individuals and institutions in Africa. The course will be hosted by the University of Nairobi. Location: School of Biological Sciences building, Chiromo Campus, Nairobi.
The expected participants are university students, scientists and professionals working for the government, NGOs, and academic, conservation and research institutions. Participants will increase their ability to write and communicate science, present and manage their own research. Teaching will be by the teaching staff of the TCC, all trained scientists and communicators, lead by TCC Director Dr. Gabor Lovei, a Senior Scientist at the Danish Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Denmark.
Eligibility: Applicants must (1) have at least a first degree or enrolled at a higher learning institution, (2) be committed to research and communication of research results, and preferably be involved in (3) dissemination of scientific results and information, and (4) preparation of funding proposals.
Application: Applications must include a (1) cover letter stating why and how the training will help you in your work particularly in areas that relate to fund-raising and writing scientific papers in your department, (2) Complete application form duly APPROVED by your institution, department, section head, or supervisor, (3) current CV with qualifications and experience, (4) half-page summary of your latest funding proposal (preferably one that is yet to be funded) and/or scientific papers in preparation. Applications should be sent to:
Request application forms from and send applications to:
The Training Centre in Communication, TCC Office, Attn. J. Owango, PO Box 21553, GPO 00100-Nairobi, Kenya; by email: joy.owango@tcc-africa.org to reach before 30 July 2010. Applications from the University of Nairobi can be forwarded to: Ms. Joy Owango, TCC Manager, School of Biological and Physical Sciences, Chiromo Campus, Nairobi. Tel: +254 020 8086820 Cell: +254 733- 792-316.