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Fully Funded PhD in Plant Ecophysiology and Genetics at the University of Essex University of Essex in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Fully funded PhD studentship/CASE project. Funding details beyond fully funded status are not specified in the post.
Deadline
Dec 16, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Essex

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Fully funded PhD opportunity in Plant Ecophysiology and Genetics at the University of Essex, in collaboration with the Earlham Institute and Lion Seeds Ltd. The project is a CASE studentship focused on understanding how wild sea beet adapts to harsh coastal environments and how this natural variation can be used to improve stress resilience in cultivated sugar beet.
The research combines field ecology, plant physiology, high-throughput phenotyping, and quantitative genetics. This is a strong fit for applicants interested in plant science, crop improvement, ecological adaptation, salinity resilience, and translational research linking wild relatives to agriculture.
The post is advertised by John Ferguson, Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at the University of Essex, who states that he is recruiting a PhD student for his group. Collaboration is also mentioned with Mark McMullan at the Earlham Institute and Paul Townson at Lion Seeds Ltd.
This is a fully funded PhD opportunity. The post does not specify stipend amount, tuition coverage details, or language-test waivers. The application deadline is 16 December 2026.
Interested candidates should use the project details link and follow the application instructions there. Apply before the deadline.
Funding details
Fully funded PhD studentship/CASE project. Funding details beyond fully funded status are not specified in the post.
What's required
Applicants should be interested in plant ecophysiology, genetics, field ecology, plant physiology, high-throughput phenotyping, and quantitative genetics. The post does not specify degree class, prior qualifications, or language test requirements.
How to apply
Open the project details link and follow the application instructions provided there. Submit the application before the deadline of 16 December 2026.
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