call for European Cognitive Systems and Robotics research groups to host a US PhD student for an extended research visit in Summer 2012

[Maria Gini]

Following the success of a similar program in Summer 2011, European
Cognitive Systems and Robotics research groups are invited to apply 
to host a US PhD student for an extended (6-8 weeks) research visit 
to work on a research project of mutual interest.  The main goal is
to build a bridge for long term collaborations. 

Students will be funded by the National Science Foundation, which 
will cover their travel costs and a stipend of up to $2500/month.
Eligibility is for full-time graduate students studying in the US,
with preference given to students who are US citizens or permanent 
residents. Consideration in the selection process will be given to 
progress in degree, evidence of research excellence, and benefits 
expected from participation.

Expected number of awards: 9

Applications from potential hosts will be reviewed on a rolling base. 
The application is very simple to minimize the burden.  Please submit, 
preferably by == March 1, 2011 ==, by email to gini at cs.umn.edu:
 1. name of the faculty who will host the student;
 2. address of the Lab/Department and University;
 3. a short resume/CV of the faculty host or a link to a web page;
 4. a list of potential research projects or links to relevant web pages.

There is no need for prior arrangements between student and host, 
but a desirable student can be indicated in the application.

For more information please visit http://www.cs.umn.edu/~gini/europe2012/
or contact Maria Gini, Dept of Computer Science & Eng., University of 
Minnesota, email: gini at cs.umn.edu