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PhD opportunities: The University of Western Australia

Compare 2 doctoral research opportunities connected with The University of Western Australia, including project summaries, funding and application deadlines.

Behavioural Biology

Of plastics and plastic responses: the transgenerational implications of microplastic toxicity

The University of Western Australia

About the Project Plastic pollution is one of the most widespread and enduring human alterations to all environmental niches across our planet’s surface. The potential for microplastics to negatively impact ecosystems and human health is catastrophic, and rivals that of other global threats, including climate change and ozone depletion. An estimated 12 billion metric tonnes of plastic waste will end up in the natural environment by 2050.

Location
Perth, Australia, Australia
Deadline
30 December 2026
Funding
Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Behavioural Biology

Avoiding extinction: predictors of local adaptation in the wild

The University of Western Australia

About the Project Avoiding extinction: predictors of local adaptation in the wild Wild populations are becoming smaller and more isolated; whilst simultaneously having to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and climate. Against this stark dichotomy of adapt or perish, it is imperative that we learn how best to support small, fragmented populations.

Location
Perth, Australia, Australia
Deadline
Year-round applications
Funding
Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)