The research involves the design and analysis of methods for trajectories of objects moving in 2- or 3-dimensional space. A proper definition of a “median trajectory” based on a collection of trajectories is sought, as well as efficient algorithms for computing such a median. The definition and algorithms should be robust when noise or outliers are present. The research continues by investigating how median trajectories can be used in various applications. These include trajectory collection visualization, trajectory clustering, classification, and related problems, for which efficient algorithms and implementations should be developed. This will be done in collaboration with researchers in these application areas, whose data will be used.

The research will lead to scientific papers in the fields of computational geometry and geographic information science, to be published in conference proceedings and journals. The collective research results will lead to a PhD thesis. (more…)

Vacancies for 10 PhD positions
Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, Germany. DFG – Research Training Group 1462 as of June 2011 / TV- L 13 E, max. 3 years

The research training group “Evaluation of Coupled Numerical Partial Models in Structural Engineering” is offering 10 positions for doctoral students for its second project phase. We are looking for inspired and dedicated individuals who are interested in doing research work in the multi-faceted field of structural engineering.

The overall aim of the Research training group is to assess the reliability, safety and robustness of numerical models. This evaluation considers a wide range of aspects and models. This includes, but is not restricted to, models that describe loads or the material and structural behavior of systems in structural engineering. Of particular interest are the interactions of these models in complex systems. Their influence on the quality of models of complex coupled systems is to be determined.

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The University of Rome “La Sapienza” offers 16 three year full-time postgraduate PhD positions with fellowship for attaining the degree of “Dottore di Ricerca” (PhD) in the Doctoral Schools listed in appendix.

Each fellowship amounts to € 19.800,00 per year; this amount includes national insurance contributions (INPS) that fellowship recipients are required to pay (8,91% for 2011).

The fellowship doesn’t cover the annual entrance fee and doesn’t increase for research periods spent abroad.

The PhD Programme lasts three years and may be extended to a fourth year (without grant), subject to approval by the School authorities. At the end of the first and second year of attendance, students have to be evaluated as proficient according to the rules of the Schools.

Call: http://www.uniroma1.it/documenti/studenti/laureati/dottorati/2011PhD_Call.pdf

Deadline: 31 May 2011

Source:
http://www.scholarships-online.info/2011/04/universirty-of-rome-la-sapienza-scholarships-2011-italy

Their Majesties Scholarships and RTG Fellowships available for Study at AIT, Thailand
Scholarships for Masters and PhD programme at Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand for Applicants from Asian Countries

Their Majesties’ Scholarships

Their Majesties, the King and Queen of Thailand, graciously provide master’s degree scholarships for study in various specializations at AIT. These scholarships cover the tuition and registration fees as well as a bursary for living expenses. All eligible Asian students may apply.

RTG Master’s and Doctoral Fellowships
The Royal Thai Government provides these fellowships to qualified applicants from Thailand and Greater Mekong Subregion countries in the form of grants that the cover tuition and registration fees for study at AIT in certain semesters; studentswill be responsible for the cost of accommodation and personal expenses. RTG Fellowship Grants are offered for all fields of study at AIT (more…)