Australian Postgraduate Award (Industry)
Scholarship Description
This project is supported by AMIRA International representing several sponsoring minerals processing companies. AMD produced by the exposure of sulfide minerals such as pyrite to armospheric oxygen and water is a serious environmental issue. The linkage PhD project consists of basic research accompanying an applied component, aiming AMD control and is focussed on the basic research component and fundamental mechanisms governing ARD reactions. It will specifically investigate the silicate-related mechanisms of pyrite oxidation rate control offering the most innovative additions to current practice. Kinetic net acid generation, column leaching and sulfide oxidation cell tests, in conjunction with solution speciation modelling (IC-S speciation, ICP, ICPMS and PHREEQ program) and solid surface/bulk analysis (XPS, SEM, TEM, ToF-SIMS, synchrotron XED/XRF microprobe, synchrotron XRD/glancing angle XRD) will be performed in the study. Please refer to PDF for more information.
| Reference Number: | 4327 |
| Study Subject: | Silicate reactions in passivation mechanisma for pyrite oxidation control in acid mine drainage |
| Provided By: | Applied Centre for Structural and Synchrotron Studies, Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment |
| 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 September 30, 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: CHEMICAL SCIENCES, EARTH SCIENCES or ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 2a or equivalent. 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 university. 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 Bev Gordon (Administrative Assistant) University of South Australia Phone: (08) 8302 5563 Email: Bev.gordon@unisa.edu.au |
| Main Contact Dr. Jun Li University of South Australia Phone: (08) 8302 5032 Email: Jun.li@unisa.edu.au |