Ph.D. Student Assistantship Position at Lakehead University, Canada
Imagine a world where the solution to microplastic and nanoplastic pollution lies within the depths of our oceans, harnessing the remarkable properties of seaweed. Join us in pioneering this eco-friendly revolution and turning the tide on plastic pollution with seaweed-based nanocomposites.
**Position:** Ph.D. Student Assistantship
**Faculty:** Natural Resources Management and Biorefinery Research Institute
**Location:** Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
**Anticipated Start Date:** September 2024
**Position Summary:**
Assistant Professor Seyedrahman Djafaripetroudy, holding the Biorefining Research Chair at Lakehead University, warmly welcomes applications from two highly motivated Ph.D. candidates to join his dynamic research team:
**Ph.D. Position 1: Synthesizing Bio-inspired Nanomaterials from Seaweed**
**Objective:** This research aims to pioneer innovative, energy-efficient, and cost-effective methodologies for extracting and refining nanomaterials from seaweed sources. By employing meticulous synthesis techniques, the goal is to tailor the properties and qualities of seaweed-derived nanomaterials, unlocking their potential for diverse applications.
**Ph.D. Position 2: Developing Novel, High-Performance, and Multifunctional Seaweed-based Nanocomposites**
**Objective:** This research endeavors to pioneer advanced methodologies for crafting seaweed-based nanocomposites, with a focus on superabsorbent structures, as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-derived synthetic polymers. By engineering multifunctional materials capable of efficient pollutant capture and removal, the aim is to address the global challenge of micro and nanoplastic pollution, offering environmentally friendly solutions to mitigate plastic contamination in diverse ecosystems. Through rigorous experimentation and optimization, the ultimate goal is to develop high-performance nanocomposites that drive the transition towards a more sustainable future.
These are full-time, funded research positions offering a competitive salary, available immediately for a duration of four years. Successful candidates will engage in research activities under the guidance of Dr. Seyedrahman Djafaripetroudy as the Principal Investigator.
**Contact Information:**
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, ON, Canada, P7B 5E1
[Visit our website](https://lakeheadu.ca) for more details and application instructions.
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