Development of Sustainable Systems for the Removal of Antibiotics Traces from Biological and Environmental Media to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a grave threat to public health that humankind must urgently resolve. If no if no action is taken by 2050, AMR can cause millions of deaths. Traces of antibiotics reaching biological and environmental ecosystems lead to bacterial mutation, hence the emergence and spread of new AMR. The aim of this PhD research is to design and develop novel biocompatible and environmentally friendly systems for the selective and efficient removal of antibiotics residues from biological and environmental media. The removal mechanisms, capacity, and kinetics of the developed systems towards a wide range antibiotic will be assessed and validated. The candidate will have access to state-of-the-art laboratories available at Kingston university and will explore different research areas including pharmaceutical sciences, material science, and microbiology. Several methodologies will be acquired including spray drying, fluidised bed drying, IR, ICP-MS, SEM, HPLC, etc. The PhD candidate will be able to discuss their research progress during the research group meetings and will be encouraged to present their findings in national and international meetings.  The skills gained during this multidisciplinary PhD opportunity will be of great value for those wishing to pursue a career in academia or with pharmaceutical and environmental industry.  

To apply for this project, please submit an application for October 2025 entry at this link (How to apply for a research degree (PhD, Professional Doctorate, MPhil, MA/MSc by Research) - Kingston University London) and ensure that you upload a document as part of your application that states you are applying for a studentship and the name of the project that you are applying for.