Future Farm Industries CRC
Scholarship Description
Success in native plant establishment from seed is challenged by the inherently variable properties of native seeds plus the soil and climatic conditions they face. This project will undertake research at the fundamental scientific level on the interactions between seed, soil and climate to provide understanding of the dynamics of germination and seedling survival during the first 6 months of growth . The project will work closely with research being undertaken at Kings Park on the biology of the seeds of important native species. This will involve controlled-environment glasshouse studies together with extensive instrumentation of field sites to study impacts of soil water availability and other in situ treatments on germination. Some key research questions include: What are the soil water conditions under which seeds operate, and to what extent can these be manipulated within the realm of direct seeding? (This information will help create a model that describes variation in
| Reference Number: | 3829 |
| Study Subject: | Improving the successful establishment of woody perennials by direct seeding |
| Web Address: | http://www.futurefarmcrc.com.au/pg_education.html |
| Provided By: | Future Farm Industries CRC |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Adelaide. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered on an ongoing basis to one person. Open for applications from August 1, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD28000 (per annum). This award is to be used for research. 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, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, Botany, Forestry sciences or Horticulture. It is required that your study starts no earlier than August 1, 2008.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Daryll Richardson (Education Manager) Future farm Industries CRC Email: drichardson@agaveeducation.com.au |