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18-Sep-2024

Indo-Pacific Regional Research Fellows: Call for Applications

The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening Canada’s relations with Asia, is currently seeking applications from researchers and scholars based in the Indo-Pacific to serve as Fellows in APF Canada’s Indo-Pacific Regional Research Program. This program is designed to deepen partnerships and engagement between Canada and countries in the Indo-Pacific region, contribute to Canadian knowledge about the region, and build trust and support regional networks.

The Indo-Pacific Regional Research Program is part of APF Canada’s new Asia-based programming, with funding support provided by the Government of Canada. Scholars selected under this program will produce and publish research on topics such as regional security issues, sustainable development, economic security and supply chain resilience, emerging technologies and innovation, energy security and the green economy, among other areas relevant to Canada’s engagement with the Indo-Pacific. Fellows will also participate in regional and Canadian events and workshops, contributing to the strengthening of Canada-Asia research networks.

Eligibility:

This initial call for applications is open to researchers from the following Indo-Pacific jurisdictions: India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Application Deadline:  1 October, 2024

For complete program details, please visit:  https://www.asiapacific.ca/about-us/employment-opportunities/call-applications-indo-pacific-regional-research-fellows

03-Sep-2024

September 2024 UMAP Newsletter

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19-Aug-2024

SEAMEO-Jasper Research Award: Call for Entries

The 12th SEAMEO-Jasper Research Award aims to continue encourage young scholars to pursue research on a relevant theme on social development in Southeast Asia and facilitate continued interaction and knowledge-sharing among Southeast Asian and Canadian researchers.

The theme for the SEAMEO-Jasper Research Award 2024/2025 is Engaging Minority and Indigenous Communities in Southeast Asia.

Research studies may cover one or more areas as follows:

  1. Promoting inclusion in policy making and education;
  2. Preserving and promoting cultural heritage;
  3. Empowering minorities and indigenous communities through skills training and economic opportunities; and
  4. Addressing issues of discrimination and social inequality

Eligibility:

  1. A national of a SEAMEO Member Country*
  2. Holder of advanced degree
  3. Not more than 45 years of age at the time of application
  4. Not currently associated with or employed by any of the SEAMEO Centers/Networks or SEAMEO Secretariat
  5. Not previously received any awards organized by SEAMEO Secretariat
  6. For studies/projects conducted by a team of researchers, only one author will be eligible for nomination. The submission should include a written note from the co-author(s) waiving any claim to the Award, in case the research is selected; and a statement indicating the nominee’s level of responsibility (in percentage) for the research work
  7. Physically fit to travel; certification by a competent physician may be requested before travelling

* SEAMEO Member Countries include: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor Leste and Vietnam

For additional program background and complete application details, please visit:

https://www.seameo.org/Main_programme/471

Deadline:  31 December, 2024

02-Aug-2024

Updated Guide for Institutions

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02-Aug-2024

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17-Jul-2024

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19-Jun-2024

Collaborative Research Opportunity on Impacts of Study Abroad

Research Project: Investigating the Long-Term Outcomes and Impacts of Short-Term Mobility (Study Abroad) Programs on Alumni Participants’ Diversity, Leadership, and Employment Pathways

UMAP member institutions are invited to partner with a team of  Australian researchers to  to investigate long-term outcomes of outbound study abroad programs on participants’ career decision-making.  Research will also explore student participants’ capacity for working in decolonising and culturally diverse ways, as well as the impacts of programs on participants’ global awareness linked to global citizenship and Sustainable Development Goals (especially where low and middle income (developing) countries are involved). The current research team is  particularly interested in teacher education, but is open to discuss inclusion of other fields. 

Interested UMAP members can review the complete proposal HERE and should plan to attend the online information session taking place  Wednesday July 17, 19:00 Vancouver / 22:00 Santiago / Thursday July 18 02:00 UTC / 10:00 Manila; KL / 11:00 Tokyo / 12:00 Melbourne

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwufu2rqTkoHtNsBinQUG_IcoMm7Lw_Z52N

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing details about joining the meeting.

31-May-2024

UMAP Research Net 2024 Competition now open

UMAP Research Net promotes research collaboration and facilitates cooperation among member institutions across the UMAP Network. Research Net aims to promote academic mobility and collaboration, and to promote effective interaction and exchange among scholars, researchers, and educators across cultures. 

UMAP Research Net announces calls for collaborative multi-institution research proposals which are then reviewed by an international panel of reviewers.  UMAP selects the proposals based on their significance, timelines, and relevance to the goals of UMAP.   The Research Net Competition is held approximately every two years. The 2024 Research Net Competition is currently open. Please see the Call for Proposals and Application Guidelines linked here for more information.   The application form is available here with a deadline of June 30, 2024.

10-May-2024
IAUP Conference Invite

International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) invites UMAP members to 20th Annual Conference

The International Association of University Presidents (IAUP) is excited to announce the 20th IAUP Triennial Conference, to be held in Beijing, China, (UMAP National Secretariat for China, Sias University) from October 13-15, 2024. This year’s conference, themed “AI and the Future of Higher Education,” is set to converge thought leaders, educators, and experts in a collaborative exploration of artificial intelligence’s role in reshaping higher education landscapes.

Early bird registration is available until June 30, 2024. Members should register using the registration type: IAUP Member & Partner Institution, to enjoy special rates and benefits. To register and for more information, please visit the conference website: https://triennial2024.iaup.org/.