PhD in Environmental Science

Plastic pollution has introduced vast quantities of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) into aquatic ecosystems, raising urgent questions about their impacts on biodiversity and global biogeochemical cycles. This PhD project will bridge that gap by combining field surveys, laboratory experiments, and advanced analytical tools. The research will provide fundamental insights into the ecological and climate implications of plastic pollution, with outcomes directly relevant to environmental agencies, fisheries managers, and international policy. Training will be highly interdisciplinary, spanning environmental nanoscience, plankton ecology, analytical chemistry, and ecological modelling, equipping the student with cutting-edge skills and an outstanding platform for career development in environmental science.