PhD Scholarship Opportunity - GRDC Research Scholarships (2 Projects available)Please DO NOT CLICK on the “Quick Apply” button above or apply for the role via Seek. Please follow the guidelines in the “How to apply” section below or click here for more details.Charles Sturt University is committed to excellence in research, and to identifying and supporting areas and projects that allow the University to undertake internationally competitive research and research training.We are calling for applications from prospective students interested in two research projects listed below:Project 1Developing new genetic approaches to decreasing the reproductive frost sensitivity of wheatFrosts during flowering severely impact wheat yields, causing significant losses each year. This project will employ molecular and physiological approaches to investigate the variation in frost hardiness among wheat germplasm.Frosts at flowering severely reduce wheat yields, costing hundreds of millions annually. Wheat germplasm varies in winter hardiness and frost tolerance. This CSU and CSIRO project explores the genetics of reproductive frost tolerance to identify markers and genes for improving wheat performance in frost conditions. The goal is to enhance frost tolerance through germplasm selection and targeted gene manipulation.The PhD will investigate the genetics, molecular biology, and physiology of wheat's frost response, supported by a 3-year CSU scholarship with a GRDC Top-Up.Project 2Surviving the freeze: unlocking genetic adaptation to frost in a changing climateFrost damage is estimated to cost the Australian grains industry $360 M per year in lost production.New research will focus on frost resilience, identifying novel opportunities for genetic adaptation in a changing environment.This research will have a multidisciplinary approach to develop understanding of wheat adaptation to frost and genetic tools to enhance breeding strategies for resilient genotypes, by combining crop physiology, genetic diversity, and agronomy.The successful candidate will be supervised by an established, successful and industry focused team of research scientists, with direct linkages to a national research project within the current frost investments from GRDC. An attractive scholarship package is available with a 3-year CSU stipend + GRDC Top-Up stipend along with annual operating and travel budget.Prospective applicants should contact Sergio Moroni (smoroni@csu.edu.au) before submitting a formal application for enrolment.Prospective Higher Degree by Research candidates can apply for the CSU Scholarship & GRDC Research Scholarship – Top Up Scholarship when completing their Charles Sturt course admission application. When given the option to apply for a scholarship select 'Yes'; 'Full-time AGRTP' and 'Other'. Under 'Other' enter CSU Scholarship & GRDC Research Scholarship – Top Up - Project 1.Prospective applicants should contact Felicity Harris (fharris@csu.edu.au) before submitting a formal application for enrolment.Prospective Higher Degree by Research candidates can apply for the CSU Scholarship & GRDC Research Scholarship – Top Up Scholarship when completing their Charles Sturt course admission application. When given the option to apply for a scholarship select 'Yes'; 'Full-time AGRTP' and 'Other'. Under 'Other' enter CSU Scholarship & GRDC Research Scholarship – Top Up - Project 2.Application timelinesProject 1Applications will remain open until successful candidates have been selected.Project 2CSU CommitmentCSU is a community that embraces diversity and nurtures individual growth. At CSU we value economic, social and environmental sustainability. CSU connects with the communities in which it operates, providing excellence in our courses and the opportunities that arise from them.
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