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PhD Studentship - Investigating Genetic Markers and Mechanisms of CO Dehydrogenase Regulation in Response to Atmospheric Mercury University of East Anglia in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Dec 2, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of East Anglia
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[4-year Norwich Research Park Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership PhD CASE studentship with Inspiralis Limited. Includes payment of tuition fees, £20,780 stipend per year, and a Research Training Support Grant of £5,000 per year.] This fully funded PhD studentship at the University of East Anglia focuses on investigating the genetic markers and mechanisms regulating CO dehydrogenase in response to atmospheric mercury, with a particular emphasis on volcanic environments such as Mt. Etna. Volcanic emissions are a significant natural source of mercury, and Mt.
Etna is a major contributor to the Mediterranean region. Previous studies have shown that mercury deposited on the acidic, organic-poor soils of Etna may not be retained, leading to environmental impacts through groundwater contamination or atmospheric re-emission. The project aims to understand how mercury affects microbial communities, especially their ability to oxidise trace gases like carbon monoxide, which is also abundant at Etna. Key research questions include: how bacterial communities in newly formed volcanic soils utilise CO and the metabolic pathways involved, and whether mercury exposure influences the expression and activity of the CO-dehydrogenase enzyme in bacteria from these soils.
The successful candidate will participate in field sampling campaigns at Mt. Etna, conduct soil incubations, and perform trace-gas measurements. Training will be provided in advanced microbial isolation techniques, whole genome sequencing, proteomics, metagenomics, cultivation of soil bacteria, quantitative PCR, and high-throughput sequencing. The student will present findings at lab meetings, seminars, and conferences.
The position is part of the Norwich Research Park Biosciences Doctoral Training Programme (NRPDTP), offering a vibrant research community and a comprehensive professional development programme, including a three-month professional internship placement (PIPS). The studentship covers tuition fees, a generous stipend, and a research training support grant. Applicants should have a strong background in microbiology, biochemistry, or environmental sciences, and meet the English language requirements.
The application deadline is 2 December 2026, with interviews scheduled for early February 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the UEA postgraduate research portal and the NRPDTP website.
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Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
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