We are interested in applications for post-graduate enrollment to work on projects in the following areas

• the physics of plasma sheaths (important in applications of PIII)
• the development of new materials for the coatings industry
• quantum optics
• molecular modelling of the quantum computer
• molecular modeling of film growth and new alloy development
• integrated economic/social and environmental science
• solar energy utilisation.

For further information contact the Physics Postgraduate Advisor by email.

> Detailed project outlines

Australian Postgraduate Award-Industry (APAI) in Energy Efficient Glazing

Description of Project: In conjunction with our industrial partners, Nippon Sheet Glass Company (Japan) and Pacific Commercial Industries (Sydney) in an ARC Linkage-projects grant, we are developing a new generation of highly insulating windows. We require a suitably qualified applicant with an Honours 1 or 2A degree in Physics, Chemistry or Materials Science/Engineering to undertake full-time studies leading to the award of a PhD. The research project will be based at the School of Physics, University of Sydney, with XPS and SIMS surface analysis to be done at La Trobe University, Melbourne. Regular interaction with the industry partner companies will also be a feature of the project. The aim of the research is to develop a processing regime capable of producing high vacuum in the insulating gap at low temperature. Currently, processing must take place at high temperature to remove residual impurities on the glass surfaces. The focus of this project will be to identify the impurites and surface reactions taking place on the glass surface and to develop ways of mitigating the surface reactions that release volatile species into the insulating vacuum gap. The student will learn sophisticated surface analysis techniques and relevant surface chemistry as part of the project.

The scholarship is available for a three year period at the rate of $23,294 per annum (tax-exempt). Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents who have lived continuously in Australia for the past 12 months.

Application Guide: Further information can be obtained from Professor Marcela Bilek, School of Physics, A28, University of Sydney NSW 2006 (Ph: 02-9351 6079). Applications, including a curriculum vitae, academic record, proof of citizenship or permanent residency, and the names, addresses and fax numbers of at least two referees should be sent to Professor Bilek at m.bilek@physics.usyd.edu.au

Closing Date: 17/01/2003