1. How to win a RMP and get the most out of it, a PhD student's story
Tareq Omairi - Molecular Biology & Biotechnology, Faculty of Science

2. My WUN - RMP Award
Partner Institution: University of Alberta - Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Supervisor:
Prof. Kurt Konhauser
Project Theme : Integration of molecular biology techniques into paleontological and astrobiological studies.
Date of visit: March 2016
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3. Doing some hard Science…
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4. Why should you apply? Research Excellence.
Build and expand on your professional network.
Add new blood to your PhD project!
High success rate.
An excellent introduction to learning how to write research grants.
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5. How to start? Recommended for 2nd and 3rd yr. PhD students.
Plan well ahead in advance.
Start with finding a hosting supervisor, ask yours for help first!
Seek individuals with similar research interests, but from different departments.
Approaching the supervisor correctly.
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6. Tips On Preparing The Application
Visit WUN page on the University website.
Make use of the sample application available.
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7. Tips On Preparing The Application
Make time to prepare the recommendation letters.
Realistic and sustainable future collaboration.
How will both parties benefit?
Make it readable to people outside of your area of study.
Past visits or joint projects?
Try to obtain a funding contribution from the department.
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8. Working with the host: Plan your activities before you travel.
Contact the WUN coordinator at the hosting University.
Ask the host about any form/papers you can finish while away.
Get to know the supervisor’s students!
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9. Working with the host: Make use of the facilities and services.
Aim to present in a group or give a departmental seminar.
Be ready to share your work with others.
Do not rush the collaboration!
Take some of the work with you work back to the UK.
Encourage them to apply to WUN.
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10. Have a good time & Make new friends
Finally..
Have a good time & Make new friends
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