Cognitive Science is the study of the processes by which the humans and other animals come to know properties of their external environment and convert that knowledge into action as well as relay that knowledge to others by means of communication. As a result, Cognitive Science has a vital role to play in several socially important areas such as mental health, social engineering, education and computer technology. It is assumed that Cognitive Science is one of the four pillars of the 21st Century along with Nano, Bio, and Information Technology. Of the four, Cognitive Science is the least represented in the Indian scientific scenario. In view of this, DST took special initiative during 2008 for research in Cognitive Science in the 11th Five Year Plan. The thrust areas are: Foundations of Cognition; Language and Cognition; Computational Intelligence; Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. In short, at present, Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSI) of DST promises to revolutionize research in various fields such as, a) nature and origin of mental disorders of psychological, social and neurochemical origin; b) design of better learning tools and educational paradigms; and design of better software technologies and artificial intelligence devices. In addition to promoting basic research and infrastructure in this area, human resource development has also been identified as an integral part for success of this initiative.
(i) Individual Research Proposal for 2011-12:
The interested scientists are welcome to participate in this Cognitive Science Research Initiative and submit research proposals in their area of expertise. The SERC project format is available at the website: www.serc-dst.org. The scientists are requested to use “SERC PROJECT FORMAT” for submitting research proposals which is available at www.serc-dst.org. General information and instructions can also be seen at same web address. Fifteen (15) copies of the proposal along with its soft version are to be submitted. The envelope should be superscribed "Proposal for Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSI)”.
(ii) Postdoctoral Fellowships for 2011-12:
Applications are invited from Indian nationals for the award of “DST-CSI-Postdoctoral Fellowship” for pursuing research in frontier areas of Cognitive Science. The fellowship istenable in Research Institutions/Universities/Non-profit R&D Institutions within India. The fellowships are awarded under a programme “Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSI)” sponsored by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Eligibility: The applicants should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Science and Engineering with research interests in Cognitive Science and a good academic record. Those who have already submitted Ph.D. thesis are also eligible to apply. Applicants in regular positions in Research Institutions/Universities/Non-profit R&D Institutions are not eligible. The applicants should be below 40 years of age.
Details of the Award: The postdoctoral fellowship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a maximum period of 2 years. In exceptional cases, depending upon progress of the research, the fellowship may be extended for the third year. Each fellow would be entitled to a fellowship of Rs 35,000/- per month and research contingency grant of Rs 1,00,000/- per year, payable to the host institution. The fellowships cannot be availed at the same institution where the candidates have earned their Ph.D. degree.
Mode of Application: Candidates may submit their application on plain paper along with bio-data, list of publications (attach reprints of 2 important papers), one page synopsis of Ph.D. or equivalent degree’s thesis. The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose two page synopsis of proposed research work which must be compatible with the ongoing research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent of availing the fellowship. One should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the fellowship, he/she will complete the tenure of the fellowship. However, they may be allowed to relinquish the fellowship only if accepting permanent employment in India. The candidates are required to send their application in duplicate as mentioned beneath. The envelope should be superscribed "PDF Proposal for Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSI)”.
Proposals for (i) Individual Research Proposals, and (ii) Post Doctoral Fellowship should be sent to Dr. HB Singh, Scientist, Department of Science and Technology, Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016 by 1st August, 2011.
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