European Graduate School. & Genetics WHY JOIN EGS-ABG?

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1 WHY JOIN EGS-ABG? E r a s m u s M u n d u s J o i n t D o c t o r a t e EGS-ABG is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate, a label awarded by the European Union for outstanding quality courses The PhD projects are jointly designed, and then assessed by scientific experts, to give you the best in two host institutions Industrial and scientific partners are closely involved in EGS-ABG You can broaden your mobility and expertise by visiting one of our 6 Associated Partners around the world doctoral candidates, selected through a very competitive process You will attend an Introduction Week and two Summer Schools designed especially for you A dedicated staff will support you EGS-ABG Secretary UFR Génétique, Elevage et Reproduction AgroParisTech, 16 rue Claude Bernard, Paris 05, France egsabg@agroparistech.fr PHOTOS: D. SCHWOCHOW, E. VERRIER You will join highly qualified EGS-ABG European Graduate School In Animal Breeding & Genetics Contact: egsabg@agroparistech.fr Website:

2 European Graduate School in Animal Breeding & Genetics PHOTOS: E. VERRIER 4 Partners within Europe AgroParisTech (France), Aarhus University (Denmark), Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (Sweden), Wageningen University (The Netherlands) Manage the selection of doctoral candidates Propose the PhD projects Organize joint training activities 2 Host Institutions among the 4 Partners Follow each doctoral candidate individually Provide the joint supervision of the PhD project Organize the compulsory mobility periods, typically 3+1 or 2+2 years Award a Joint doctorate degree Industry & 6 Associated Partners Iowa State University, University of Melbourne, INRA, ILRI, World Fish Center, EFFAB Offer internships & training periods for 3 to 6 months Who can apply? The programme is open to students whatever their country of origin, with a master degree preferably in genetics or animal sciences or, according to the topic, in biology with a background in quantitative genetics or in statistics with a background in biology. PHOTOS: D. SCHWOCHOW An international programme shaped to train the new generations of animal breeders to meet the challenges of the increasing food demand while reducing the impacts on environment and biodiversity. An Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorate to generate the future leaders of the animal breeding and genetics sector worldwide, whether for employment in academia or in industry. 4 years duration Applications Applications: between 1st of October and 30th of November, for a PhD starting the following year (September). The candidates can choose between around 12 PhD projects published each year on EGS-ABG website: All candidates must apply online on the application tool provided on EGS-ABG website. The following documents are required: Copy of passport, with photo and personal details CV (European format) Letter of motivation, including contact information of two persons who can give references Copy of the last diploma and Official academic transcript for the two master years + (if relevant) translation of diploma (English or one of the language of the Partner Institutions) Proof of English proficiency Two letters of reference (to be sent directly by the referees) > For more detailed information, check the website Fellowships Each year, a limited number of Erasmus Mundus fellowships is available, covering: - salary (gross amount per month 2.800, from which employer and employee taxes are deducted) - contribution to participation costs ( 600 per month) - for non-european candidates* a contribution to travel and installation (total grant 7.500) More details are available on EGS-ABG website. * see website for a definition of «non-european» Candidates can also join the programme with external funding equivalent to the Erasmus Mundus funding.

3 European Graduate School in Animal Breeding and Genetics The European Graduate School in Animal Breeding and Genetics (EGS-ABG) offers a programme shaped to train the new generations of animal breeders to meet the challenges of the increasing demand of food while reducing the impacts on environment and biodiversity. EGS-ABG is jointly organized by four European higher education institutions, namely, AgroParisTech (APT, France), Aarhus University (AU, Denmark), Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU, Sweden) and Wageningen University (WU, The Netherlands). EGS-ABG offers 6 funded 4-year PhD projects scheduled to start on September 2015 A total of 6 projects will be funded among the 10 listed in the Table below. Candidates can apply for up to 3 projects, and the choice of the funded projects will depend on the ranking of candidates. Each PhD project is jointly supervised by two institutions (see above the meaning of acronyms). Mobility between both institutions is a full part of the programme. Nr-Inst. 2-SLU-WU 3-WU-SLU 4-AU-APT 5-AU-SLU 6-WU-SLU 7-SLU-APT 8-APT-SLU 11-SLU-AU 12-WU-AU 14-AU-WU Topic Antibody quality of colostrum and milk in dairy cows and uptake of colostral antibodies in dairy calves: importance for health and production, and potential for genetic selection Genetics of seasonal timing in the great tit (Parus major) Identification of causal factors for recessive genetic defects for embryonic lethality in dairy cattle combining whole exome and genome sequencing Quantifying the value of genetically specific organic lines within dairy breeding The application of Genomic selection to Genotype by Environment interactions in Nile Tilapia Resource allocation in farm animals Identification of biomarkers to allow the sustainable breeding for genetic resistance to gastro-intestinal nematodes in small ruminants under a tropical environment Genomic evaluation for male fertility in dairy cattle Development and evaluation of poultry breeding programs for smallholders in Africa Genetic evaluation of feed efficiency of tropical adapted chicken in Sub-Saharan Africa Application A master degree in Animal Breeding and Genetics, or related fields, and English proficiency are required to apply. Students who still are in their 2 nd master year can already apply: if they are selected, their enrolment will be conditioned to their Master award before July 31, Details on the fellowships and the application procedure are available on our website: Deadline: November 30, 2014, 12:00 (noon, Central Europe Time). For further information and contact EGS-ABG secretary, UFR Génétique, Elevage et Reproduction AgroParisTech, 16 rue Claude Bernard, Paris 05, France egsabg@agroparistech.fr

4 ADMISSION The FIPDes Consortium selects highly motivated students meeting the following formal admission criteria: BSc degree or equivalent degree of at least 180 higher education credits in food science and technology, biotechnology, process engineering, biochemistry or related fields Grade point average needs to be at mini- mum 70% of the maximum score Demonstrated English B2 (advanced) lan- guage proficiency level Respect of the application deadline APPLICATION The application is done using the online form available at where you can also find detailed information about application procedures and deadlines. LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION The official language of the EMMC-FIPDes course is English with ample opportunities to learn the local languages and cultures. In France some optional modules shared with national courses are in French. PARTICIPATION COSTS The subscription fees per year are: for non-european students for European students ERASMUS MUNDUS SCHOLARSHIP The European Commission offers a few Erasmus Mundus Scholarships, which cover the participation costs and contribute to the subsistence costs and travel costs (1.000 per month) for EU and non-eu students. The FIPDes Consortium will select the best candidates for the Erasmus Mundus scholarships. Scholarship holders are selected on basis of academic potential and in observance of geographical criteria determined by the European Commission. Food Innovation and Product Design International MASTER SHORT-TERM SCHOLARSHIP FOR INVITED PROFESSORS Erasmus Mundus scholarships can be awarded to invited Professors, enrolled in any non-eu Higher Education Institution, who will be selected by the FIPDes Consortium to contribute to the joint programme. The selected invited Professors will carry out research or teaching assignments as part of the FIPDes EMMC. The minimum duration of the stay is two weeks (2.400 scholarship). For more details on scholarships categories and amount for students and Professors, please check the FIPDes website. CONTACT & INFORMATION fipdes@agroparistech.fr

5 The Erasmus Mundus Master Course FIPDes (Food Innovation & Product Design) is an outstanding 2-year integrated programme. It aims to qualify graduates to deal with the growing challenges in food innovation. FIPDes is part of the elite Erasmus Mundus Master Course (EMMC) programme initiated by the European Commission to enhance and promote European Higher Education throughout the world. WHY CHOOSE FIPDes? FIPDes qualifies you to contribute to the development of innovative, sustainable and healthy food products. FIPDes puts you in a truly international environment with students from all over the world. FIPDes involves you in exciting projects with international industrial and academic partners. THE FIPDes PARTNERS The FIPDes programme is offered by a consortium of four European universities from France, Ireland, Italy and Sweden. FIPDes offers a truly integrated study programme fully recognized in all the participating countries. The first year of studies will impart to the students a broad knowledge of food science, technological and entrepreneurial skills. Students will attend half-year courses in France and Ireland. The second year will give them the opportunity to specialize in one of three well-defined options: 1. Healthy Food Design (Italy) 2. Food Design & Engineering (France) 3. Food Packaging Design (Sweden) The MSc. Thesis focuses on R&D experimental subjects according to the student specialisation and professional plans. FIPDes is also supported by private companies and public research organisations, among them: PROGRAMME STRUCTURE FIPDes adopts an integrated approach from materials to packaged product, including technical, entrepreneurial and culinary knowledge in food innovation. After getting 120 ECTS from the FIPDes institutions, successful students will obtain MSc. Multiple Degrees, a Joint FIPDes Diploma including a Joint Diploma Supplement. For additional instruction and information on the Erasmus Mundus Master Course, FIPDes activities, students reviews or career possibilities, please check our website: