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University in Western Australia

PhD in Microplastic Toxicity and Transgenerational Effects The University of Western Australia in Australia

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PhD

Field of study

Evolutionary Biology

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Funded PhD project / scholarship. The post states this is a funded PhD project (students worldwide), but no stipend amount or tuition details are given.

Deadline

Dec 30, 2026

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Australia

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University in Western Australia

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Evolutionary Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
Zoology
Behavioral Neuroscience
Ecotoxicology
Plastic Pollution
Microplastic

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About this position

PhD opportunity at The University of Western Australia in the School of Biological Sciences with Dr Renee Firman.

This funded PhD project investigates microplastic toxicity and its transgenerational implications, with a strong focus on how plastic pollution and associated chemical additives affect animal reproduction, development, and fitness across generations. The project sits at the intersection of ecology, ecotoxicology, evolution, behavioural biology, and zoology, and there is scope for taxonomically broad investigations.

The research background highlights the environmental persistence of plastics, the hazards of microplastics, and the role of endocrine disruptor chemicals (EDCs) such as phthalate esters in impairing fertility and reproductive outcomes. The PhD will address open questions about paternal exposure, offspring reproductive fitness, and whether negative effects can be cleared between generations.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must have achieved a minimum 80% for MSc/Hons for admission to UWA's PhD programme with scholarship. Applicants should be prepared to submit a CV, full academic record, and a brief letter of interest.

Funding: the project is advertised as a Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide). No stipend amount or tuition details are provided in the post.

Location: Perth, Australia.

How to apply: email Dr Renee Firman with the requested documents. The FindAPhD page indicates the university will respond directly after enquiry registration.

Funding details

Funded PhD project / scholarship. The post states this is a funded PhD project (students worldwide), but no stipend amount or tuition details are given.

What's required

Applicants must have achieved a minimum 80% for their MSc/Hons to be considered for admission to UWA's PhD programme with scholarship. Applicants should provide a CV detailing relevant experience, a full academic record, and a brief letter of interest. The project is open to applicants worldwide.

How to apply

Email Renee Firman with your CV, full academic record, and a brief letter stating your interest in the PhD project. The university will respond directly after enquiry registration.

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