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The University of Alberta Graduate Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees at one of Canada’s top universities. This scholarship provides comprehensive financial support covering full tuition fees and living stipends, renewable annually until the completion of the program.
Program Overview
The Programmable Integrated Sensors and Microsystems (PRISM) Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering is currently accepting outstanding PhD/Master’s students for July 2025.
Research Focus
High-resolution microfabrication processes for microsystems
Flexible sensors and liquid metal microfluidic systems
Supervision
Dr. Pegah Pezeshkpour, Director of the PRISM Lab, leads interdisciplinary research at the interface of engineering and materials science. The lab develops scalable and reconfigurable microsystems for:
* Health
* Energy monitoring
* Assistive technologies
Lab Benefits:
* Access to state-of-the-art fabrication, testing, and characterization facilities
* Collaborative research environment
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must have:
* A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
* Interest or experience (research or industrial) inmicrosystems fabrication
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and in teams
* Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare a single PDF file containing:
* CV
* A 1-page motivation letter (highlighting interests and qualifications)
* Contact details for three academic or professional references
* Unofficial academic transcripts
Scholarship Benefits
* Full tuition coverage
* Annual living stipend
* Research and conference travel support
* Renewable annually throughout the study program
Duties of Selected Candidates
Successful applicants will:
* Conduct full-time research in the listed areas
* Write and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
* Apply for additional research scholarships
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their complete application (all documents merged into one PDF file) to:
Email: Dr. Pegah Pezeshkpour at pezeshkp@ualberta.ca using the email subject line
Subject Line: “2025 Application for PhD/Master’s students”
The PDF must include:
* A cover letter outlining related research experience and contribution to interdisciplinary projects
* A CV showcasing academic/professional achievements, lab training, publications, awards, and three references
* Graduate transcripts
* Copies of the first page of any publications (if available)
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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