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Microplastics and chemical additives from virgin and recycled PET packaging: Leachability, toxicity, and behavioural aspects
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interdisciplinary research
microplastics
public health
behavioural biology
pollution
recycled plastics
environmental toxicology
pet packaging
Explore how microplastics and chemical additives from PET packaging affect health and environment by conducting lab and social research. Join a unique cotutelle PhD program offering dual degrees from Coventry and Deakin Universities.
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Microplastics
Polyethylene Terephthalate
Chemical Additives
Toxicology
Behavioural Biology
Environmental Pollution
Project Description
This interdisciplinary PhD project explores the environmental and human health risks associated with microplastics and chemical additives released from virgin (vPET) and recycled PET (rPET) packaging.
The research integrates environmental science, toxicology, and social science to address critical knowledge gaps in plastic safety and sustainability.
The project is structured into three work packages:
WP1 (Coventry, Year 1):
Analyse leachability of microplastics and chemical additives from vPET and rPET
WP2 (Deakin, Year 2):
Investigate toxicity impacts on human health
WP3 (Coventry, Year 3):
Study consumer perceptions and behavioural responses to PET packaging risks
The project includes international mobility and collaboration between the UK and Australia, with a dual PhD degree awarded.
Entry Requirements
Top 15% of cohort (or equivalent):
high 2:1 (≥70%)
OR
Master’s degree with Distinction (≥80%)
Field:
Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
or related discipline
Technical Skills:
laboratory experience
instrumental analysis (FTIR, Raman, LC-MS, GC-MS)
statistics and data analysis
Additional:
strong interdisciplinary interest
ability to work independently and in teams
good organisation and time management
English Requirement:
IELTS 7.0 overall
minimum 6.5 in each component
high 2:1 (≥70%)
OR
Master’s degree with Distinction (≥80%)
Field:
Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
or related discipline
Technical Skills:
laboratory experience
instrumental analysis (FTIR, Raman, LC-MS, GC-MS)
statistics and data analysis
Additional:
strong interdisciplinary interest
ability to work independently and in teams
good organisation and time management
English Requirement:
IELTS 7.0 overall
minimum 6.5 in each component
How to Apply
Contact for enquiries:
ad2855@coventry.ac.uk
Submit:
full supporting documents
cover letter
2000-word supporting statement
ad2855@coventry.ac.uk
Submit:
full supporting documents
cover letter
2000-word supporting statement
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
DA
Dr A Bogush
Coventry University, Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience
Dr A Bogush specializes in environmental chemistry with a focus on pollutant behaviours and their impacts. Their research approach integrates laboratory analysis and interdisciplinary methodologies combining chemistry, toxicology, and social science. Dr Bogush has contributed significantly to understanding microplastic pollution and its health implications, enhancing sustainability practices in packaging materials.
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