PhD in Food Science, Nutrition, Consumer Responses and Regulation of Methane-Reducing Feed Additives University College Dublin in Ireland

An exciting PhD opening is available at University College Dublin (UCD), School of Agriculture and Food Science, within the UCD Food Science and Nutrition team.

The project is part of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine GenMilk project and focuses on the impact of methane-reducing feed additives on the sensory qualities of milk. The research also examines consumer understanding and responses to these additives, as well as the regulatory environment for their use in the marketplace.

This opportunity is based in Dublin, UCD Belfield. Funding includes a €25,000 annual stipend and university fees covered for EU fees only.

Relevant study areas and keywords include Food Science, Nutrition, Agriculture, Consumer Behaviour, Food Policy, Regulation, Dairy Science, Sensory Analysis, and Environmental Science.

The post does not list detailed eligibility criteria, but it is clearly aimed at a PhD candidate with interest in food and nutrition research, consumer studies, and regulation. The application deadline is 31 July 2026.

Interested candidates should contact the poster for more information and apply before the deadline.