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1.  PhD in active matter physics: light driven bio-hybrid micro-machines

Sapienza University of Rome | Department of Physics

Supervisor：Prof Roberto Di Leonardo

Application Deadline：Thursday, July 30, 2020

Funded PhD Project（Students Worldwide）

About the Project

Active particles, like swimming bacteria, can be used as the propelling units for larger and more complex micromachines. These systems, however, often rely on the partial rectification of bacterial motions and are in general very noisy and inefficient. The design of optimal systems will require a detailed hydrodynamic description of the full composite body made up by the static structure, the trapped active units and the surrounding solvent. The successful candidate will receive specific training in digital video microscopy, two-photon polymerization, microbiology techniques for bacteria culturing and molecular biology for genetic manipulations. The position is funded for 36 months by the Marie-Sklodowska-Curie Innovative Training Network “Active Matter: From Fundamental Science to Technological Applications” within the Horizon 2020 Programme of the European Commission. The salary is very competitive and European rules for ESR are applied. The successful candidate will have the chance to participate to scientific and training activities organized by the ActiveMatter Consortium and go on secondments (lasting 1 to 3 months) to other teams in the network.

2.  Development of a shared decision-making model for euthanasia decisions in the horse

University of Nottingham| School of Veterinary Medicine & Science

Supervisor：Dr S Freeman , Dr J Burford , Prof G England

Application Deadline：Saturday, July 25, 2020

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

About the Project

The School of Veterinary Medicine and Science (SVMS) undertakes research on many key aspects of companion animals and livestock health and production. Research at the School is integrated into the University structure with established world class research in biomedical sciences within the other University Schools.

This studentship is funded by The Horse Trust, The Horse Trust has been providing respite and retirement for working and serving horses and ponies for 127 years, as well as taking in emergency welfare cases. The Horse Trust has been funding equine veterinary scientific research since 1965, with the aim to positively impact the lives of the widest possible number of horses.
Owners must make very difficult decisions when the time has to come for their horse to be euthanised. Many decisions are not clear-cut, and delayed euthanasia is a major welfare concern. Shared decision-making is used in human medicine, helping patient and health care professionals to reach an informed decision together. This three-year project will develop a model for shared euthanasia decision-making in the horse. It will review models currently used in human medicine and identify which of these are suitable in the veterinary sector. The study will work with veterinary practices and horse owners using Damschroeder’s Consolidated Framework of Implementation to develop a final model for euthanasia decision-making. The methodology used will include focus groups, surveys and interviews. The project will be based at the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, Sutton Bonington, with co-supervision from the School of Health Sciences. The researcher will be required to travel to collaborating veterinary practices/ teams.
Applicants should have either:
• a veterinary degree
• a minimum of a 2.1 undergraduate degree
• a 2.2 degree and a Master’s degree in Animal Science, Equine Science or similar
The ideal candidate will have some experience of working in the veterinary sector or equine establishments, have experience of end of life decisions in horses, and experience of qualitative research.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to the principal supervisor:

sarah.freeman@nottingham.ac.uk

Candidates should apply online 

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/how-to-apply/apply-online.aspx 

and include a CV. When completing the online application form, please select the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, then PhD Veterinary Medicine and Science (36m) and, once submitted, send your application ID number to SV-PG-VET@exmail.nottingham.ac.uk.
Any queries regarding the application process should be addressed to the Continuing Education Team, (email: SV-PG-VET@exmail.nottingham.ac.uk).
Interview Date: Early August 2020
Start Date: 1st October 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date
Recruitment will be closed when suitable candidates have been identified. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Funding Notes

Eligibility for Funding

This is a fully funded studentship for UK/EU nationals with a stipend of £15.3k-23k pa. International fees apply for non-UK/EU students.

3.  Finding the right fungal friends: determining how plant defences against against insect herbivores are impacted by different mycorrhizal fungal communities

Application Deadline：Applications accepted all year round

Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

About the Project

Background
Almost all plants on the planet are attacked by at least one, if not many, insect herbivores. Many of these insects have become pests of crops and they impact crop productivity. There is a critical need to increase agricultural sustainability which is able to maintain crop and pest resistance while also conserving soil ecosystem function. Most of the world’s most important crops associate with a group of fungi called arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi. The importance of the ancient relationship between plants and AM fungi to the future of sustainable agriculture is widely recognised. These fungi enhance plant growth, nutrient acquisition and stress resistance, while playing a key role in maintaining soil health.
Research has shown that AM fungi can enhance different plant defence mechanisms associated with resistance and tolerance to herbivory from insects. Yet, evidence suggests that different AM fungi may be more associated with certain functions (e.g. enhanced resistance to stress, better nutrient acquisition) than others. Furthermore, different plant taxa tend to harbour different AM fungal communities. Therefore, differences in AM fungal communities will have strong effects on crop resistance and tolerance to attack from insect herbivores. We have very little understanding of how biodiversity and community structure of AM fungi influence plant defence traits.

Aim
This project will investigate how the assembly of AM fungal communities are linked to different plant defence mechanisms in important crop species.

Specific details
The project will involve mainly glasshouse and lab-based research, although some field-based sampling will be necessary. Candidates with a background and skills in entomology, plant science, microbial and molecular ecology are preferred, and applicants with experience in the use of R statistical interface is desired.
Potential applicants interested in this project should contact Dr Adam Frew to discuss in the first instance.
Application details for domestic and international students are here:
https://www.usq.edu.au/research/higher-degrees-by-research/application

Funding Notes

Domestic Students (Australian residents or citizens; and New Zealand citizens) can apply for a Domestic PhD Stipend Scholarship (around AU$27,596 per annum tax-free), the maximum tenure of this award is three years. The 2020 scholarship round is not yet open, but see website for details, section criteria and application information: View Website