The Graduate School of University of the West of
England offers a fully funded PhD studentship with an industrial placement
and enhanced stipend for UK/EU and International Students in UK.
This Fluorescence Sensing Scholarship is provided in the field of the
development of fluorescence sensing for monitoring microbial processes of
freshwater systems. Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first class
or good 2:1 honours degree, or a distinction or high merit at MSc level (or
international equivalent) in an area of Environmental Chemistry/Environmental
Microbiology and/ or Bio-Geochemistry.
England offers a fully funded PhD studentship with an industrial placement
and enhanced stipend for UK/EU and International Students in UK.
This Fluorescence Sensing Scholarship is provided in the field of the
development of fluorescence sensing for monitoring microbial processes of
freshwater systems. Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first class
or good 2:1 honours degree, or a distinction or high merit at MSc level (or
international equivalent) in an area of Environmental Chemistry/Environmental
Microbiology and/ or Bio-Geochemistry.
Study Subject(s): Scholarships are offered to make a key contribution to further the
understanding of how fundamental bio-geochemical processes that occur in
freshwater systems relate to observed optical properties. In particular, the
focus will be on improving our understanding of how the fluorescent properties
of dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems relate to important microbial
processes.
Course Level: This Fluorescence Sensing Scholarship is
available for pursuing PhD degree level at University of the West of
England in UK.
Scholarship Provider: The Graduate School of University of the West of
England in UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
understanding of how fundamental bio-geochemical processes that occur in
freshwater systems relate to observed optical properties. In particular, the
focus will be on improving our understanding of how the fluorescent properties
of dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems relate to important microbial
processes.
Course Level: This Fluorescence Sensing Scholarship is
available for pursuing PhD degree level at University of the West of
England in UK.
Scholarship Provider: The Graduate School of University of the West of
England in UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Eligibility: Applicants
should have, or expect to obtain, a first class or good 2:1 honours degree, or
a distinction or high merit at MSc level (or international equivalent) in an
area of Environmental Chemistry/ Environmental Microbiology and/ or
Bio-Geochemistry. Applicants should preferably be able to demonstrate an
interest in optical techniques and/or optical methods, and should have
excellent written and oral presentation skills. The candidate should understand
that the PhD programme will be interdisciplinary and will require the ability
to develop knowledge and practical skills in a number of key areas (sensor
development/ applied physics, microbiology and environmental chemistry).
Importantly, the successful applicant will be able to apply knowledge and
skills that will be developed in these areas of practical applications.
should have, or expect to obtain, a first class or good 2:1 honours degree, or
a distinction or high merit at MSc level (or international equivalent) in an
area of Environmental Chemistry/ Environmental Microbiology and/ or
Bio-Geochemistry. Applicants should preferably be able to demonstrate an
interest in optical techniques and/or optical methods, and should have
excellent written and oral presentation skills. The candidate should understand
that the PhD programme will be interdisciplinary and will require the ability
to develop knowledge and practical skills in a number of key areas (sensor
development/ applied physics, microbiology and environmental chemistry).
Importantly, the successful applicant will be able to apply knowledge and
skills that will be developed in these areas of practical applications.
Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and international students can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: This studentship will be supervised by Professor Darren Reynolds (UWE,
Bristol) and co-supervised by Dr Alexandre Anesio (Bristol Glaciology Centre,
University of Bristol), Dr John Attridge (Chelsea Technologies Group) and Dr
Tim Cox (Institute for Bio-sensing Technology, UWE, Bristol). This is an
extraordinary opportunity to make a key contribution to further the
understanding of how fundamental bio-geochemical processes that occur in
freshwater systems relate to observed optical properties. In particular, the
focus will be on improving our understanding of how the fluorescent properties
of dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems relate to important microbial
processes. In this studentship, the successful candidate will help inform
the design, fabrication, validation and testing of a fluorescence sensor in
partnership with Chelsea Technologies Group (the industrial partner).
Bristol) and co-supervised by Dr Alexandre Anesio (Bristol Glaciology Centre,
University of Bristol), Dr John Attridge (Chelsea Technologies Group) and Dr
Tim Cox (Institute for Bio-sensing Technology, UWE, Bristol). This is an
extraordinary opportunity to make a key contribution to further the
understanding of how fundamental bio-geochemical processes that occur in
freshwater systems relate to observed optical properties. In particular, the
focus will be on improving our understanding of how the fluorescent properties
of dissolved organic matter in freshwater systems relate to important microbial
processes. In this studentship, the successful candidate will help inform
the design, fabrication, validation and testing of a fluorescence sensor in
partnership with Chelsea Technologies Group (the industrial partner).
Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for three years. Successful candidates will
spend 9 months working with the industrial partner in their commercial
environment (3 x three month period).
spend 9 months working with the industrial partner in their commercial
environment (3 x three month period).
What does it cover? The scholarship is available from 1 October 2013 and consists of an
annual maintenance bursary of £15,726, subject to satisfactory progress.
In addition, full-time tuition fees will be covered for three years (Home/EU
rates only). Overseas applicants will be required to cover the
difference between the Home/EU and the overseas tuition fee rates
(approximately £7,565 per annum). During 9 months working with the
industrial partner placements an additional £1,000 per month will be
provided for off-set incurred living and travel costs.
annual maintenance bursary of £15,726, subject to satisfactory progress.
In addition, full-time tuition fees will be covered for three years (Home/EU
rates only). Overseas applicants will be required to cover the
difference between the Home/EU and the overseas tuition fee rates
(approximately £7,565 per annum). During 9 months working with the
industrial partner placements an additional £1,000 per month will be
provided for off-set incurred living and travel costs.
Notification: If students
have not heard from the university by 16th September 2013, they thank them
for their application but should not wish to pursue it on this occasion.
have not heard from the university by 16th September 2013, they thank them
for their application but should not wish to pursue it on this occasion.
How to Apply: The mode of applying is via post or by e-mail. Applicants will
need the following documents in order to complete their application:
-Research Degrees Enquiry Letter/Application Form for Research Degree Programmes
-Research Degree Application Reference Header Sheet
-Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
-(Application Guidance Notes)
Once we receive your application form along with all supporting documentation
(references, certificates, transcripts etc.) we can consider your complete
application and submit it for assessment.
-Your application will be reviewed by panel members (from the specific Research
area) who will explore your proposal and assess whether this fits with the
available scholarship opportunities
-If your application is shortlisted you will be invited to attend an interview.
need the following documents in order to complete their application:
-Research Degrees Enquiry Letter/Application Form for Research Degree Programmes
-Research Degree Application Reference Header Sheet
-Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
-(Application Guidance Notes)
Once we receive your application form along with all supporting documentation
(references, certificates, transcripts etc.) we can consider your complete
application and submit it for assessment.
-Your application will be reviewed by panel members (from the specific Research
area) who will explore your proposal and assess whether this fits with the
available scholarship opportunities
-If your application is shortlisted you will be invited to attend an interview.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is September 2, 2013
