Katharina Richter

PhD scholarship opportunity at Adelaide University through the ARC Training Centre for Current and Emergent Quantum Technologies (QuTech) . The highlighted project is Bacterial Sterilisation Using Quantum Light , supervised in the QuTech program and linked to real-world healthcare innovation with Lindo . The research sits at the intersection of physics , biology , biomedical engineering , medical science , and photonics , with a focus on antimicrobial blue light and chemical-free disinfection of hospital plumbing. The project aims to develop the Lindo Drain , a retrofittable insert that continuously disinfects hospital sink drains and reduces antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The post describes the work as a scalable solution with strong translational impact, targeting infection control in healthcare settings. This is a fully funded PhD scholarship. The scholarship information on the QuTech site states a stipend of $36,161 per year (indexed annually) plus a $10,000 top-up per year , for up to 3.5 years . International applicants should note that mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover is not covered by the scholarship. Eligibility: Australian citizens or permanent residents are eligible, and international students who can be accepted as HDR candidates at the host universities may also apply. For this specific project, domestic AU/NZ applicants are preferred, though strong international applicants are welcome. Applicants should have a strong research background and provide academic documents plus evidence of English language proficiency. How to apply: Submit an expression of interest by email to [email protected] with the project number 3.2 in the subject line. Include transcripts, degree parchments, translations of non-English documents, English proficiency evidence, and a CV. Short-listed candidates will be interviewed and then invited to submit a formal application for admission. Application window: Applications opened 8 October 2024 and are open until filled.