2013 ANU University Research Scholarships for International and Domestic Students in Australia

Australian National University is offering number of scholarships for Doctor of Philosophy or Professional Doctorate by research in all fields of study. Australian and New Zealand citizen, permanent residents of Australia and international students are eligible for these scholarships. Total offer is of A$23,728 (2013 rate) per annum tax free, in fortnightly payments.International students should submit the application till 31st August and Domestic Students till 31st October.

Read more: http://students.anu.edu.au/scholarships/gr/off/int/anu-urs.php

International Financial Institutions Agree to Share Data

Recognizing the power of information to shape better policies, guide development programs, and increase accountability, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon along with leaders of six multilateral financial institutions announced today that they would strengthen inter-agency sharing and collaboration on issues related to data and statistical capacity building.

This will provide the global community with better statistical tools to measure progress toward the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and post-2015 development agenda and improve the lives of people in the developing world. Read complete story at

http://www.adb.org/news/international-financial-institutions-agree-share-data? utm_source=news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=alerts