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Call for Proposals: Indo-Pacific Scholarships and Fellowships for Canadians (IPSFC)

��ϲ�� University — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 20:42:29 +0000

Global Affairs Canada has announced a new funding opportunity under the Indo-Pacific Scholarships and Fellowships for Canadians (IPSFC) program. This initiative is designed to strengthen Canada’s academic and research engagement in the Indo-Pacific region by supporting outbound mobility and collaboration.

IASL participates in the Manfred Lachs Moot Court (African Regional Rounds)

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 30 May 2025 21:25:28 +0000

The ��ϲ�� Institute of Air and Space Law was delighted to participate in the 16th Africa Regional Round of the Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition, held on 22 and 23 May 2025 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa. Dr. Arnold Agaba (Postdoctoral Researcher and Chair the Research Group on African Air and Space Law) served as a judge during the competition, sharing his expertise and helping to inspire the next generation of African space lawyers.

IASL in Africa

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 16 May 2025 22:06:42 +0000

The ��ϲ�� Institute of Air and Space Law had the opportunity to witness the historic launch of the African Space Agency and participate in the NewSpace Africa Conference which took place in Cairo, Egypt. Dr. Arnold Agaba, Ph.D. and Ms. Mirette Elgawahry took part on behalf of the IASL.

Collaboration on Advanced Air Mobility with ��ϲ��-IASL

��ϲ�� University — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:12:26 +0000

Presentation of the Letter of Engagement (LoE) at the DLR site in Cologne: The DLR Institute of Air Transport and the Institute of Air and Space Law (IASL) at ��ϲ�� University in Montreal are initiating an interdisciplinary collaboration in the field of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The aim is to jointly research the legal, technological and societal aspects of future air transport systems and to incorporate them into the design and evaluation of sustainable mobility solutions. Pictured from left to right: Tim Alers (DLR Programme Directorates for Aviation), Dr.

CASSOA, EASA and ��ϲ�� Institute of Air and Space Law organise workshop

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:42:04 +0000

CASSOA, EASA and ��ϲ�� Institute of Air and Space Law, wrapped up a crucial 2-day Legal Workshop focused on developing uniform air laws for the EAC partner states. The workshop brought together legal delegates from the national Civil Aviation Authorities and the national Ministries of Transport of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda Somalia, South Sudan, Uganda, and Tanzania as well as aviation experts from the East African Community (EAC) Secretariate and Civil Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Agency (CASSOA).

IASL participates in the 5th USSPACECOM Legal Conference

��ϲ�� University — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:12:47 +0000

The ��ϲ�� Institute of Air and Space Law was proud to once again support the 5th US Spacecom Legal Conference in Colorado Springs. This two-day event brought together legal practitioners, academics, and military personnel to explore key developments in space law.

IASL Executive Director Stefan-Michael Wedenig contributed to the discussions with insights on the law of armed conflict and the implications of artificial intelligence. It was also a pleasure to reconnect with many of our alumni and engage in thought-provoking exchanges.

Call for applications: University of Adelaide’s 2025 International Fellows Award (IFA)

��ϲ�� University — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:01:54 +0000

Call for applications: University of Adelaide’s 2025 International Fellows Award (IFA)

Value: Up to $20,000

Duration: 4-8 weeks

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday December 16 @ 5 pm

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The University of Adelaide’s International Fellows Awards (IFA) are designed to bring some of the very best research minds from around the globe to Adelaide to work with their researchers and students on key global challenges.

Anja Geitmann begins term as inaugural Vice-President (Global Engagement)

��ϲ�� University — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:04:50 +0000

Her mission is to advance ��ϲ��’s vision for global academic leadership by enhancing the University’s international presence and ties

Anja Geitmann sees herself as a catalyst.

“I’m here to connect the dots and to support collaborations between ��ϲ�� and the rest of the world,” said Geitmann, who today began a five-year renewable term as the University’s Vice-President (Global Engagement).

Call for applications: Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program (EduCanada)

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:35:57 +0000

FMPBP - Call for applications

Value: $7,000 CDN

Duration: 3-8 weeks

Activities: Teach and/or conduct research in eligible countries

INTERNAL DEADLINE TO APPLY: MONDAY NOVEMBER 11 @ NOON

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What is the Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program?

Research Opportunities in Singapore for Canadian Undergraduate and Master's Students

��ϲ�� University — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:15:48 +0000

Unlock your research potential with the Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA)

The Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) gives international students the unique opportunity to experience the vibrant scientific environment and work with world-renowned researchers at A*STAR’s research institutes.

Students who are pursuing their bachelor’s or master’s degree in computing and information science, biomedical science, physical science or engineering and technology can apply for attachments of two to six months in duration.

Research Opportunities in India for Canadian Undergraduate and Graduate Students

��ϲ�� University — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:06:52 +0000

SHASTRI STUDENT RESEARCH IN INDIA FELLOWSHIP (SSRIF) PROJECT

The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI) is offering undergraduate and graduate students an exciting research mobility experience in India. The SSRIF Project is accepting a 6-8 week research project in India under the supervision of Indian faculty members in their host Indian institutions in subject areas that they desire/require research experience

Value of SSRIF Project Grant

��ϲ�� Reporter | Eight ��ϲ�� students named McCall MacBain International Fellows

��ϲ�� University — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:55:03 +0000

Award fully funds a year abroad; students learn a new language, study and then work

Nineteen undergraduate students, including eight from ��ϲ��, will form the next cohort of McCall MacBain International Fellows.

��ϲ�� Reporter | Montreal named best student city in North America

��ϲ�� University — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 14:37:42 +0000

QS Best Student Cities report highlights Montreal’s cultural scene, diversity and friendliness.

Montreal jumped three places from last year, surpassing both Toronto as the highest-ranking Canadian city and Boston as the highest-ranking North American city. Internationally, Montreal ranked 10^th out of 150 cities.

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��ϲ�� Reporter | Horizon Europe offers ��ϲ�� researchers access to the world’s largest research and innovation funding program

��ϲ�� University — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:27:42 +0000

With Canada joining Horizon Europe as an associated country, ��ϲ�� researchers can now collaborate in parts of the €95 billion research funding program on equal terms with entities from the European Union Member States, and access Horizon Europe funding.

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Queen Elizabeth Scholars - 2025 call for proposals

��ϲ�� University — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:22:22 +0000

Universities Canada and the Rideau Hall Foundation are pleased to invite members of Universities Canada or Colleges and Institutes Canada to submit a proposal for the seventh call of the QES program.

QES 2025 will support projects that focus on the adaptation, response and resilience to a changing climate. This includes (but is not limited to) projects focused on biodiversity; agriculture; energy; climate and public health; economic impacts of climate change; air quality; community resilience; education; ecosystems; and water quality.

BCDI 2030’s second call for proposals

��ϲ�� University — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 21:06:27 +0000

As part of the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 Program (BCDI 2030), Universities Canada is pleased to invite members to participate in the second call for proposals for scholarship projects for studies in Canada.

��ϲ�� Reporter | In conversation with Anja Geitmann, Interim Vice-President (Global Engagement)

��ϲ�� University — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:26:54 +0000

On December 15, 2023, President Deep Saini announced that Professor Anja Geitmann had been appointed Interim Vice-President (Global Engagement). Her one-year assignment began on January 1, 2024.

��ϲ�� Reporter | ��ϲ�� welcomes its first Fellows-in-Residence on Black Life and History

��ϲ�� University — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 20:21:07 +0000

Throughout the month of March, ��ϲ�� is hosting its first two Provostial Visiting Fellows-in-Residence on Black Life and History. The initiative stems from the ��ϲ�� Action Plan to Address Anti-Black Racism.

��ϲ�� Reporter | ��ϲ�� moves up the Times Higher Education Reputation rankings

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 18:52:11 +0000

��ϲ�� has moved up three spots to 47th in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2023 World Reputation Rankings released on February 13. This ranking is based on the results of the academic reputation survey that was carried out by THE and distributed between October 2022 and January 2023.

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��ϲ�� Reporter | McCall MacBain Scholarships announce 91 finalists

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 18:48:14 +0000

The McCall MacBain Scholarships at ��ϲ�� has announced its largest-ever group of 91 finalists for the September 2024 cohort.

In March, the top 91 candidates will arrive in Montreal for the final round of scholarship interviews. The 37 international finalists hail from 24 countries. Countries represented for the first time include Brazil, Ecuador, Kenya, Mongolia, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Trinidad and Tobago, and Tunisia.

��ϲ�� Reporter | ��ϲ�� graduate students expand horizons with the Graduate Mobility Award

��ϲ�� University — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:25:17 +0000

Since 2016, ��ϲ��'s Graduate Mobility Award has funded over 1,300 students in their travel to over 85 countries around the world.

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��ϲ�� Reporter | Historic bonds behind renewed agreement with University of Glasgow