Cooperative Research Centre for Contamination Assessment & Remediation of the Environment
Scholarship Description
For a number of years, biosorption has been used as an alternative technology for the removal of heavy metals from industrial waste effluents, however, its use for removing organic contaminants from waste streams has received little attention. Limited research has demonstrated the potential of fungal biomass for biosorption of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from cosolvent solutions. The combination of cosolvent washing and biosorption offers an attractive option for the remediation of POP-contaminated soils. Unlike bioremediation, biosorption is rapid, has no nutritional requirements and no transformation products are generated. Furthermore, there is the potential to recycle cosolvent solutions. The main objective of this PhD project is to determine the feasibility of combining cosolvent soil washing and biosorption as a potential ex situ remediation strategy for the clean up of POP-contaminated soil.
| Reference Number: | 3442 |
| Study Subject: | Environmental Chemistry, Contaminant Remediation |
| Provided By: | Centre for Environmental Risk Assessment and Remediation |
| To be undertaken at: | University of South Australia. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until December 19, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD28500 (minimum per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Environmental sciences.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr Albert Juhasz Phone: 8302 5045 Email: Albert.Juhasz@unisa.edu.au |