The honey bee colony is a prime example of a natural homeostatic system. Energy, water and proteins are collected and spent while the temperature inside the hive is kept stable, and the colony keeps adjusting to the seasons, the weather and the available resources. Research has been carried out on all of these aspects but only few mathematical models of the honey bee colony have been published, and none of them include the homeostatic mechanisms which make the system unique.
A mathematical model of honeybee colony dynamics would be an important tool to achieve a better understanding of colony functioning. The improved understanding would result in better guidelines and decision tools which would help beekeepers to keep bee colonies healthy and to realize their full pollination potential. The student will be responsible for developing such a model and will be carrying out supporting empirical studies in Denmark and USA.
A mathematical model of honeybee colony dynamics would be an important tool to achieve a better understanding of colony functioning. The improved understanding would result in better guidelines and decision tools which would help beekeepers to keep bee colonies healthy and to realize their full pollination potential. The student will be responsible for developing such a model and will be carrying out supporting empirical studies in Denmark and USA.
Reference Number: 5688
Study Subject: Honey bee colony dynamics model, computer software, ecology, evolution
Provided By: Aarhus University, Denmark
To be undertaken at: non-Australian institutions.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability
Study Subject: Honey bee colony dynamics model, computer software, ecology, evolution
Provided By: Aarhus University, Denmark
To be undertaken at: non-Australian institutions.
Level: Post Graduate (Research)
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from November 1, 2010 until April 30, 2012.
Payment Information
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is DKK1400000 (total amount). This award is to be used for accommodation, research, living expenses, travel and fees. This scholarship is paid monthly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Computer software or Ecology and evolution. It is required that your study starts no earlier than June 1, 2012 and no later than December 21, 2012.
Eligibility
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Denmark or United States for those who have achieved Masters or equivalent. There are no restrictions on citizenship.
Application Details
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
Main Contact
Niels Holst (Senior Scientist)
Dep.of Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark,
Email: Niels.Holst@agrsci.dk
Main Contact
Niels Holst (Senior Scientist)
Dep.of Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark,
Email: Niels.Holst@agrsci.dk
