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Marine Bioeconomy CRC

Fully Funded PhD in Sustainable Valorisation of Seaweeds for High-Value Biomaterials The University of Queensland in Canada

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 14, 2026

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Canada

University

The University of Queensland

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Biotechnology
Biology
Biorefinery
Biochemical Engineering
Biomaterials

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Fully funded PhD scholarship at The University of Queensland (Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology) on Sustainable Valorisation of Seaweeds for High-Value Biomaterials.

The project, supported by the Marine Bioeconomy CRC, will develop an integrated biorefinery approach to transform Australian-grown Ulva seaweed into high-value, commercially relevant biomaterials. The research is strongly aligned with materials science, chemical engineering, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, biomaterials, and sustainable manufacturing.

Students will gain experience in seaweed and biomass processing, biopolymer extraction and characterisation, sustainable biomaterials and biorefinery development, advanced materials characterisation, and industry collaboration with translation-focused research. The project is undertaken in close collaboration with industry partners and Professor Nick Paul at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Funding includes a tax-free stipend of $60,000 per year (indexed annually) for 3.5 years, full tuition-fee coverage, and up to $20,000 in research operating funds for research activities, conferences, and placements.

Applicants with backgrounds in materials science or engineering, chemical engineering, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply. The expression of interest deadline is 14 August 2026.

Apply via the project page on the University of Queensland study site.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

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Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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