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ISESA Bitesize: 12 PhDs on the THRIVE Program
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ATU are recruiting multiple candidates for fully funded PhD opportunities here in Atlantic Technological University via the Translational Health Research Innovation preVention & Equity (THRIVE) program.
This program offers 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Each project will include an enterprise placement of minimum 12 weeks duration.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm, (GMT) Monday 29th April, 2024. All application forms / Terms and Conditions can be obtained on the website: https://www.atu.ie/TU-RISE
Contact Dr. Lisa Ryan: Lisa.Ryan@atu.ie
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