Alan Smith
10 months ago
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Materials Science The University of Huddersfield in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Biochemistry
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
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United Kingdom
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University of Huddersfield
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Biochemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Analytical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Carbohydrate Chemistry
Pulp And Paper Technology
Sustainable Materials
Polysaccharide
Biopolymer
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We're excited to announce an industry-funded PhD studentship at the The University of Huddersfield of Huddersfield in collaboration with DS Smith, a global leader in sustainable fibre-based packaging.
The project, will be supervised by myself and Gordon Morris , focuses on the characterisation and optimisation of starch used in paper manufacturing — a critical area for improving paper strength, quality, and environmental sustainability.
?? Key highlights:
• Cutting-edge research on enzymatic modification and polysaccharide blends
• Industrial collaboration with access to DS Smith’s Fibre and Paper Development Laboratory
• Training in advanced techniques: rheology, spectroscopy, materials testing & more
• £20,750 annual stipend and full funding
• Open to UK citizens only or those with settled status
This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in materials science, biochemistry, chemical engineering, analytical chemistry, or polymer/carbohydrate chemistry, especially those with an interest in industrial-scale sustainability solutions.
?? Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dD7mb-6T
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