APAI - Plant Biotechnology/Molecular Biology
Scholarship Description
This PhD position will be part of a new, collaborative research program between the CTCB and Syngenta Biotechnology. Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. They are a leader in crop protection, rank third in the high-value commercial seeds market, and employ around 21,000 people in over 90 countries. This new program expands on the existing collaboration between the CTCB and Syngenta that is aimed at developing sugarcane for improved biofuel production. This PhD project will focus on the development of novel tools for sugarcane biotechnology and will utilise approaches in molecular biology, genomics, and plant transformation. The successful applicant will be an integral part of a dynamic, international team of researchers working on the improvement of sugarcane through biotechnology.
| Reference Number: | 4311 |
| Study Subject: | Development of novel tools for sugarcane biotechnology |
| Web Address: | http://www.rsc.qut.edu.au/future/scholarships/ |
| Provided By: | Queensland University of Technology |
| To be undertaken at: | Queensland University of Technology. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until August 7, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD26669 (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: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES or Biotechnology.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, or Honours 2a or equivalent.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply direct to faculty. You can download a PDF with more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr Mark Kinkema (Principal Research Fellow) Queensland University of Technology Phone: +61 7 3138 7793 Email: mark.kinkema@qut.edu.au Address: Queensland University of Technology GPO Box 2434 Brisbane Qld, Australia 4001 |