SCHOLARSHIP: Louisiana State University, USA International Scholarship for postgraduate |Masters Students

The IGLab at the Louisiana State University Scholarship is looking for an enthusiastic graduate student to join an innovative project for Roseau Cane monitoring in the lower Mississippi River Delta.

This project uses advanced remote sensing techniques to support restoration efforts. It also explores the application of machine learning for automated detection and counting of Roseau Cane Scale, an invasive species affecting P. australis, using remote imagery.

By integrating remote sensing, machine learning, and entomology, the project wants to improve species management in aquatic environments. The selected student will work alongside a diverse team of experts in entomology, ecology, and remote sensing at Louisiana State University.

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About university:

Louisiana State University is an American public land-grant research university in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The university was founded in 1860 near Pineville, Louisiana, under the name Louisiana State Seminary of Learning & Military Academy.

Scholarship deadline:

September 17, 2024

Scholarship details:

Host Country: United States of America (USA)
Study Abroad: Study in USA
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Health Benefits
No IELTS Required

Scholarship eligibility requirements:

To be considered for the 2024 Louisiana State University Masters Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, geography, geospatial sciences, biological or agricultural engineering, agricultural sciences or similar).
Experience with or willingness to learn collection and analysis of remote sensing data (multispectral and LiDAR) using drone technology.
Experience with or willingness to learn software packages (such as ArcGIS Pro and QGIS) and programming languages (such as Python and R).
Strong interest in GIS, remote sensing and machine learning.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity for independent work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Field work experience preferred.

Scholarship Application Guidelines:

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

1-page cover letter summarizing your research interest and relevant experience.
A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
Contact information of three references.

To apply for the 2024 Louisiana State University Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should;

Click on the button below to visit the program’s webpage
Submit the required documents as a single PDF to Dr. Ivan Grijalva (ivangrijalvalab@gmail.com ) using the subject line “Roseau Cane Project” by Sept 17, 2024
For more information, visit https://www.lsuagcenter.com/roseaucane or the IGLab (Precision Pest Management) https://iglab.ghost.io/

Scholarship Benefits:

A work environment where mentorship and teamwork are a priority.
The selected applicant will be appointed as Graduate Research Assistant with a stipend commensurate with experience plus health benefits and tuition remission.