UOG

Optimising Welfare and Survival in Live Lobster Exports

University of Galway College of Science and Engineering

✓ Fully Funded ⏰ Closing Soon 🎓 Biological Sciences 🎓 Ecology 🎓 Genomics 🎓 Marine Biology 🎓 Molecular Biology funded PhD genomics aquaculture crustacean physiology live seafood export lobster welfare marine biology stress biology

Fully funded PhD at the University of Galway investigating lobster welfare, survival, and stress biology in live export systems using genomics and physiology.

Project Description

This PhD project focuses on improving welfare and survival in live lobster exports through research on the European spiny lobster (Palinurus elephas). The project is part of TRACE (Transforming Agri-Food and Seafood Supply Chains) and investigates the molecular, physiological, and environmental causes of transport-induced stress in a commercially important species. The research will: generate the first chromosome-level annotated reference genome for P. elephas identify stress-responsive genes and molecular pathways study the effects of transport factors such as temperature, humidity, dissolved oxygen, noise, and moisture-retention materials examine impacts on cellular homeostasis, metabolism, and immune function test whether dietary additives can improve resilience and survival during transport This project combines genomics, physiology, nutrition, and aquaculture science to improve welfare, reduce mortality, and strengthen live-lobster supply chains.

Entry Requirements

Upper second class or first class BSc in Marine Biology or equivalent
Or MSc in a related subject

Suitable for candidates interested in:
Marine Biology
Crustacean Physiology
Aquaculture
Stress Biology
Molecular Ecology

How to Apply

Send the following to Dr Alex Wan with the email header PhD application 2026:

1-page cover letter
CV

Contact:
Dr Alex Wan
Alex.wan@universityofgalway.ie

Eligibility

UK/Home

International

Supervisor Profile

Dr Alex Wan

University of Galway, College of Science and Engineering

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