University Of Portsmouth PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Narcissus 2024: (Deadline 1 March, 2024)
This Ph.D. project explores the rarely studied area of corona structures in Narcissus flowers, highlighting the striking species-to-species variation. To solve the puzzles surrounding corona development, the research combines cooperative efforts, high-throughput DNA sequencing, developmental genetics, and macroevolutionary analyses.
The project’s objectives are to pinpoint important genes, comprehend corona specification, and investigate how hybridization contributes to morphological innovation. The study’s conclusions are not only beneficial from a scientific standpoint but also have real-world applications for the UK’s daffodil breeding industry.
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PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Narcissus
| Application Deadline | 01 Mar 2024 |
| Type | PhD |
| Sponsor | University of Portsmouth |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Requirements for PhD Scholarship Opportunity: Narcissus Qualification
- A good first ecological science degree or a Master’s degree in an appropriate subject.
- Proficiency in English (IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.0).
- Interests in botany/horticulture, evolutionary/developmental biology, and high-throughput DNA/RNA sequencing.
- Skills in taxonomy, microscopy, molecular biology, experience with high-throughput data analysis, R/programming.
Documents Required for Application
Applicants should submit:
- Personal statement
- Proof of degrees and grades
- Details of two referees
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Up-to-date CV
Application Deadline
1 March, 2024
How to Apply
For more details, visit OFFICIAL LINK & APPLY
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