Plant Biosecurity Scholarship

Scholarship Description

The Cooperative Research Centre for National Plant Biosecurity is seeking a PhD candidate to conduct a study on the development of a novel method for the control of the Queensland fruit fly and the development of a control method for likely exotic incursions, which is target-specific and able to penetrate areas that chemical applications cannot. An understanding of the parasitoids’ host searching behaviour in the Australian environment will enable an alternative or more precise response to future fruit fly incursions, in addition to enhanced control of Queensland fruit fly. The student will gain a broad education in fruit fly eradication and control, with broad ranging entomology skills, and expertise in the horticultural industry that will be highly employable and contribute significantly to Australia’s biosecurity capacity. The PhD student will be enrolled at Charles Sturt University and will work closely with staff at the NSW Department of Primary Industries.

Reference Number:	3721
Study Subject:	Entomology
Web Address:	http://www.crcplantbiosecurity.com.au
Provided By:	CRC for Plant Biosecurity
To be undertaken at:	Charles Sturt University.
Level:	Post Graduate

Availability

This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications from May 1, 2008.

Payment Information

The value of this scholarship is AUD32000 (maximum per annum). This award is to be used for research, living expenses and travel. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.

Research Information

This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: AGRICULTURAL, VETERINARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES or BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES.

Eligibility

Only citizens of Australia or permanent residents can apply.

Application Details

To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.