Dr E Cummins
Applications accepted all year round
About the Project
Agricultural ammonia emissions, including from urea fertiliser, account for 99% of national ammonia emissions. Ireland has committed to reduce GHG emissions by 30% and ammonia emissions by 5%. Food Wise 2025 and Origin Green aim to sustainably increase agricultural production. The use of inhibitors such as urease inhibitors e.g. N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT) have been shown to reduce emissions from fertiliser use by up to 80% in Irish conditions. However, there are concerns regarding potential inhibitor residues in milk and milk products. This PhD project will quantify the human health risk associated with NBPT inhibitor residues with a specific focus on developing a comprehensive risk assessment of inhibitor residues in the milk processing chain.
Applicants for this PhD scholarship should ideally have:
• A good honours degree in either: Chemistry, Science, Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, Food Engineering, Biosystems Engineering or equivalent.
• Solid foundation and technical knowledge of food and environmental processes.
• A good knowledge of computers (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of simulation modelling, risk/exposure assessment would be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (including presentation and writing skills).
• Be enthusiastic and willing to learn new concepts and ideas.
Funding Notes
The successful candidate will be registered for a PhD degree by research at UCD. A competitive scholarship (covering student stipend and fees) for the duration of the project (4 years) is offered to the successful applicant. Interested applicants should email a complete CV and letter of application to: [Email Address Removed]
Early application advised
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