PhD Fellowship in Environmental Engineering: Emerging Contaminants, Microplastics, and Nanoplastics (IBET, University of Alberta)

The University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering, under the supervision of Assistant Professor Olubukola Alimi, is inviting applications for the IBET PhD Fellowship for Fall 2026. This prestigious fellowship is specifically designed to support motivated Black and Indigenous Canadian citizens and permanent residents who wish to pursue full-time PhD studies in Environmental Engineering. The IBET Fellowship offers $30,000 per year for four years, providing both academic and industry mentorship to help students build impactful research careers in engineering. Professor Alimi's research group focuses on the fate, transport, and environmental impacts of emerging contaminants, including microplastics and nanoplastics. The research has applications in aquatic natural and engineered systems, as well as in understanding exposure pathways related to everyday and industrial products. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in environmental engineering, emerging contaminants, and the intersection of engineering and environmental science. Eligible applicants must be Black or Indigenous Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and must be entering a full-time PhD program in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta in Fall 2026. Interested candidates should email their CV and a brief cover letter to Professor Alimi at [email protected], clearly indicating '2026 IBET PhD Fellowship' in the subject line. The application deadline is April 15, 2026 (midnight). For more information, visit the IBET program website at uab.ca/ibet. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on environmental contaminants, receive world-class mentorship, and join a supportive academic community at one of Canada's leading research universities.