International Max Planck Research School on Physical Processes in the Solar System and Beyond Dr. Dieter Schmitt would like to draw your attention to the International Max Planck Research School on Physical Processes in the Solar System and Beyond at the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research is in Katlenburg-Lindau and the Universities of Goettingen and Braunschweig, Germany. The school offers excellent research possibilities for students to obtain a PhD degree in a 3-years graduate program. The program covers the full range of physics inherent in the field of solar system science from geophysics and planetary science to solar physics as well as the underlying fundamental physics. Applications for the program are open to highly-qualified and well-motivated students from all countries. A prerequisite is a diploma or master of science degree in physics or a related field, including a corresponding thesis. Proficiency in English is required. The next PhD program will start in January 2011, review of application begins on 1 August 2010. Successful applicants will receive adequate financial support. The application documents should include a CV, the filled application form (see web page), copies of university certificates and two letters of recommendation. The application can be send either by mail or by email (preferentially one attachment in pdf format) to the address given below. For details on the IMPRS program and the application procedure, please visit www.solar-system-school.de, or email info@solar-system-school.de. Dr. Dieter Schmitt Coordinator IMPRS Solar System School Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research Max-Planck-Str. 2 37191 Katlenburg-Lindau Germany Tel: +49 5556 979 431 Fax: +49 5556 979 190