Engineering Synthetic Gene Clusters and Genetic Syntax for Crop Protection
Gatsby Charitable Foundation
Plant Sciences
Plants have evolved a complex arsenal of mechanical and chemical defences to deter or harm herbivores and insect pests. These adaptations ensure survival by making the plant unpalatable, physically impenetrable, toxic, or difficult to digest. Read more
Supervisors: Dr NJP Patron, Prof B Lichman
13 November 2026
PhD Research Project
Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)