PhD Scholarship: Biocontrol: Take-all, caused by the fungus Gaeumannomyces tritici, is a significant root disease impacting wheat globally. However, it remains understudied. This scholarship offers a unique opportunity to delve into the genetic diversity, spread, and virulence mechanisms of G. tritici, crucial for enhancing crop protection strategies.
PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Understanding Wheat Take-All Infection Spread, Chemical Resistance, and Biocontrol
Summary Table:
- Supervisor: Prof Neil Hall / Dr Mark McMullan
- Co-supervisor: Prof Anne Osbourn (JIC)
- Reference: HALL_E24JIF
- Start Date: 01 October 2024
- Application Deadline: 30 May 2024
- Funding: 4-year PhD funded by the John Innes Foundation.
Study Area: The project focuses on understanding the genetic diversity, spread, and virulence mechanisms of the wheat root disease caused by Gaeumannomyces tritici.
Scholarship Description: This PhD project involves utilizing GWAS and population genomics techniques to analyze genetic diversity in G. tritici. The research aims to elucidate the fungus’s spread across landscapes and continents, its evolution of fungicide resistance, and virulence mechanisms. The project benefits from cutting-edge resources for genome sequencing and analysis.
Eligibility: Candidates must hold at least a UK equivalence Bachelor’s (Honours) 2:1 or Master’s degree. English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, 6 in each category is required.
Required Documents: Applicants need to submit transcripts, a CV, a research proposal, and reference letters.
How to Apply: Interested candidates can apply through the website: http://www.earlham.ac.uk/application-guidance
Last Date: Application deadline is 30 May 2024.
This scholarship offers a fully funded 4-year PhD research project, including tuition fees and a stipend. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The John Innes Foundation encourages diversity and inclusion, valuing curiosity and independence of thought in research applicants.
