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Microplastic and chemical additives contamination in surface and groundwater in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India and their bioremediation using Nature-based Solutions

Coventry University Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience
✓ Fully Funded ⏰ Closing Soon 🎓 Geography 🎓 Microbiology environmental science groundwater nature-based solutions microplastics bioremediation water pollution

Fully funded PhD investigating microplastic contamination in India and developing nature-based bioremediation strategies.

Project Description

This PhD project examines microplastic and chemical additive contamination in surface and groundwater in Visakhapatnam, India, and explores bioremediation using nature-based solutions (NbS). The research includes field sampling, laboratory analysis of contaminants using advanced techniques (e.g., FTIR and LC-HRMS), and investigation of microbial biofilms involved in degradation. It will also assess indigenous plant species for their potential in NbS approaches to remove contaminants. The project aims to map pollution hotspots, develop scalable remediation strategies, and produce policy recommendations for environmental management in India and similar regions.

Entry Requirements

Minimum 2:1 degree in relevant field (e.g. Environmental Chemistry, Microbiology)
• Experience in chemical analysis (e.g. FTIR, LC-HRMS preferred)
• Interest in environmental pollution and bioremediation
• IELTS 7.0 overall (if required)

How to Apply

Contact supervisor and submit full application including covering letter and 2000-word supporting statement.

Eligibility

UK/Home
EU
International

Supervisor Profile

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Prof Sue Charlesworth
Coventry University, Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience

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