University Of Strathclyde
7 months ago
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Fully Funded PhD in Sustainable Polymeric Encapsulation for Pest Control (Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science) University of Strathclyde in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
This is a fully funded PhD opportunity covering 3.5 years of tuition fees and a stipend at the UK Home student rate. No additional funding details or stipend amount are specified.
Deadline
Expired
Country
United Kingdom
University
University Of Strathclyde
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About this position
The University of Strathclyde's Department of Chemical & Process Engineering is offering a fully funded PhD opportunity focused on developing sustainable polymeric encapsulation solutions for pest control. The project, supervised by Dr Sara Tatiana Roldan Velasquez (Chancellor's Fellow) and Dr Karen Johnston (Reader), aims to create eco-friendly methods to protect crops and livestock from pests using biopolymers to encapsulate natural pest attractants and beneficial microorganisms. The research will involve modifying polysaccharides to engineer polymers with targeted degradation properties, encapsulating biological control agents and semiochemicals, and characterising the resulting capsules for stability and effectiveness. The project supports the development of a circular economy by incorporating industrial waste–derived materials. Applicants should have a strong background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science/Engineering, with experience in polymer chemistry and a motivation for multidisciplinary research. The PhD is fully funded for 3.5 years, covering tuition and a stipend at the UK Home student rate. The successful candidate will also complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Development (PGCert) to enhance their skills and career prospects. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a deadline of 1 June 2026 and an expected start date in October 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official University of Strathclyde opportunity page or contact [email protected].
Funding details
This is a fully funded PhD opportunity covering 3.5 years of tuition fees and a stipend at the UK Home student rate. No additional funding details or stipend amount are specified.
What's required
Applicants should have or expect to achieve at least a 2.1 undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science/Engineering. Experience in polymer chemistry is required. Candidates must be highly motivated to undertake multidisciplinary research. No specific language or test requirements are mentioned.
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Professors
Reader
United Kingdom
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Polymer Physics
Crystallization
Materials Science
Supramolecular Chemistry
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