Dr M Yaseen, Prof Andrew Hursthouse
No more applications being accepted
Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
Project Ref:PHDSS1724. The control of microbial infection and contamination is one of the world’s leading and demanding problems. The elimination of harmful microbial growth within liquid and at surface of materials is a continuous confrontation. However effective agents for environmental control of microbial growth would not only reduce microbial infection but also reduction of the use of antibacterial and its related influence on Antimicrobial resistance. Consequently the requirement for environmentally friendly and effective biocide formulation is of paramount importance within built environments, water purification and food hygiene applications.
Silver stabilised hydrogen peroxide (SSHP) have been introduced as being less aggressive, more environmentally acceptable and in many cases more effective than some of the traditional treatments. However very little scientific work has been done on these products and recently a silver stabilised peracetic acid product has been developed from SSHP that shows some interesting controlled disinfectant/biocide properties.
This project is based on hydrogen peroxide and its use in biocidal ionic and nono particle formulations. Significant work on investigation of biocidial stabilisation and controlled release formulation would be investigated. The main challenge for any biocide is to see it how it deals with biofilms. The project would also investigate the efficacy of oxidising biocides against microibial biofilms as well as fungal contamination and to establish whether current methods of stabilisation are adequate or whether there is scope for improvement.
Studentship is based in a multidisciplinary setting and particularly suitable for an enthusiastic chemist with a potential interest in microbiology. The research is a collaborative effort by both Safesol Ltd and UWS.
Funding Notes
UWS is an inspiring, vibrant place to study with a growing research community; an important aspect of which is its outstanding and committed research students.
Successful candidates will receive an annual stipend of £14,553 per annum for three years and payment of tuition fees (current value £4200). Applicants are advised that funding will be considered as part of a competitive round and there is no guarantee that it will be awarded.
References
Studentships are open to Home/EU candidates with a first degree in a relevant discipline. Non-EU students can apply, but will not receive the stipend and will be required to pay fees.
How to apply:
Postgraduate Degree by Research Applications should be completed online at
http://www.uws.ac.uk/research/graduate-school/prospective-students/
Applications without all relevant documents will not be considered. Please quote the Project Reference Number.
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