DTC GEO 10 - Amended biochars to remediate heavy polluted mine waters

The aim of the propossed PhD is to investigate the use of amended biochars to remediate heavy polluted mine waters and to determine the feasibility of metal recovery from the biochars. Inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) in the Department of Chemistry will be used to determine the success of the methods employed and assistance will be provided by Natural Resources Wales. The long-term aim of the PhD is to develop a technique that can be used in conjunction with other methods to ensure compliance with the appropriate water quality standards.

Entry requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or an appropriate Master’s degree (with Merit). Informal enquiries are welcome by emailing the project supervisor.

For candidates whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.5 (with 6.0 in each component) or equivalent. Please visit our website for a list of acceptable English language tests. We prefer candidates to have already met the English Language requirements at the point of application, although this is not a requirement.

How to apply

Visit our webpage for details - http://www.swansea.ac.uk/science/research/dtc/biosciences-projects-2018-19/

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