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PlusNews Weekly Issue 166, 30 January 2004
1. Medical Research Council (MARC) Research Trainee Programme for young black scientists

The MARC research trainee programme places black postgraduates in its units and groups. Black candidates with a four-year degree or equivalent, or a Master's degree, can apply for a research training internship position with a MARC research unit or group. Research trainees who register for a master's or doctoral degree can renew their appointment for a second and third year, subject to their satisfactory performance.

For more information:
www.mrc.co.za


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