PTDF Annual Oil and Gas Research Grant Competition
CALL FOR RESEARCH PROPOSALS

Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF). as part of its mandate for building indigenous capacity for the oil and gas industry in Nigeria has introduced a new capacity building programme; "THE PTDF ANNUAL OIL AND GAS RESEARCH GRANT COMPETITION"

The objective of the Competition is three fold; to enhance the capacity of locally based researchers to conduct research relating to Oil and Gas Technology Development; to promote the retention of such capacity; and encourage its application in the industry context. The long run expectation of the Grant Competition is to motivate Nigerians who have the capacity and ability to conduct research that will aid technological development in the Oil and Gas Sector in Nigeria.

A Steering Committee made up of academic experts, industry experts, policy makers and representatives of related professional bodies with the Executive Secretary of PTDF as Chairman has been set up to oversee the Competition and ensure that high quality standards are followed.

It is expected that between 2007 and 2009, the following oil and gas related themes will be addressed.

A. THEMES AND SUB-THEMES

1. Petroleum Explorations and Prospecting
Petroleum Systems Analysis; Petroleum Geochemistry; Stratigraphic Prediction; Basin analysis and Basin Modeling; Gas Exploration
2. Petroleum Production and Exploitation
Reservoir Modelling and Engineering; Reservoir Geophysics; ReservoirGeochemistry; Oil sands Exploitation; Flow Assurance including chemical Demulsifiers; Local Sourcing and Beneficiation of Drilling fluid Materials; Assessment and Remediation of Polluted Sites; Enhanced Oil Recovery.
3. Petroleum Refining and Petrochemicals
Catalyst Development; New Derivatives from Petroleum Refining; Burning Efficiency Improvement; Biofuels, Industrial solvents, Plants simulation
4. Petroleum Economics and Public Policy:
Oil and Gas Commercialization policies and strategies; Fiscal Issues in Oil Management; Petroleum fiscal Systems; Oil and gas pricing regimes; Petroleum Investment Analyses; Operator/Host Community synergy Models

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The Rotary Foundation Scholarships ROTARY INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 9110, NIGERIA
Applications are invited from non-Rotarians (including linear descendants of Rotarians) for the following scholarships.
The scholarship supports the mission of the Rotary Foundation to further international understanding and peace.

1. ACADEMIC YEAR AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
A one year post graduate academic/goodwill program, tenable at the University of Wisconsin U.S.A., on any course of study.

2. ROTARY PEACE FELLOWSHIPS
A one to two year graduate programme, leading to a Masters Degree or equivalent in International Relations Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.

3. ROTARY PEACE AND CONFLICT STUDIES PROGRAM
A 3-month professional development certificate programme held in Bangkok, Thailand, at the Rotary Center for Peace and Conflict Studies for managers in Governmental, non-governmental, and private companies.

APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY

FOR: 1
A good university degree in any discipline

FOR: 2
Hold a university degree (based on a 4-year curriculum), Have proficiency in a second language, Possess excellent leadership skills, Demonstrate a commitment to peace and understanding through service, academic or professional achievements.

FOR: 3
At least 5 years business or professional experience with the tools needed to foster peace and peaceful conflict resolution in the fields.



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