Technological University of the Shannon
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TUS Scholarship
Fully Funded PhD in Polymer Engineering and Biodegradable Polymers at Technological University of the Shannon Technological University of the Shannon in Ireland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Fully funded PhD scholarship including full PhD tuition fees, a €16,000 annual stipend, €1,500 per year for research consumables, €1,000 laptop allowance, and a 48-month PhD programme.
Deadline
Aug 31, 2026
Country
Ireland
University
Technological University of the Shannon

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Ongoing programTUS Funded Research Scholarship
by Technological University of the Shannon
The TUS Funded Research Scholarship is a Technological University of the Shannon research studentship scheme that can support funded doctoral research in Ireland, typically covering fees and a stipend for selected projects.
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Fully funded PhD opportunity in Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Chemical Engineering at the PRISM Research Institute, Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone, Ireland.
The project, SulphGuard, focuses on developing sulphur-based, animal-repelling and nutrient-releasing biodegradable polymers for sustainable livestock fencing solutions. The research will use inverse vulcanization to create new biodegradable sulphur-based polymers designed to gradually biodegrade into plant-available sulphates, release sulphur-containing volatiles to deter livestock and wildlife, and support sustainable agriculture and circular economy applications.
Applicants should have a background in Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Strong interest in polymer synthesis, materials characterisation, biodegradable materials, and laboratory research is essential. Experience with FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM, or polymer processing is desirable but not required.
Funding includes full PhD tuition fees, a €16,000 annual stipend, €1,500 per year for research consumables, a €1,000 laptop allowance, and a 48-month PhD programme.
Location is the PRISM Research Institute, TUS Athlone Campus, Ireland, with access to facilities for polymer synthesis, processing, spectroscopy, microscopy, and biodegradation testing.
Deadline: 31 August 2026 at 9:00 am. To apply, download the TUS Scholarship Application Form, include “SulphGuard” in the email subject line, and submit the application to [email protected]. Informal enquiries can be sent to Dr Yuanyuan Chen and Dr Amin Abbasi.
Funding details
Fully funded PhD scholarship including full PhD tuition fees, a €16,000 annual stipend, €1,500 per year for research consumables, €1,000 laptop allowance, and a 48-month PhD programme.
What's required
Applicants should have a background in Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. A strong interest in polymer synthesis, materials characterisation, biodegradable materials, and laboratory research is essential. Experience with FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM, or polymer processing is desirable but not essential.
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