Hi, I was wondering if you could please spread the word. Thank you! PhD Opportunity: Biological drivers of saltmarsh stability through soil aggregation
Project description Salt marshes experience erosive forces regularly, especially waves, resulting in the loss of sediment from the surface and/or edge. In terrestrial settings, vegetation - especially the below-ground biomass - has been shown to be crucial in reducing soil erosion rates, however much less is known about the importance of roots on saltmarsh stability. The erosion reducing effect has been, in part, attributed to the ability of fine roots to aid in the formation of soil aggregates. Fungal hyphae has also been implied. This PhD project will study the importance of fine roots and fungal hyphae in aggregate stability of saltmarsh soils, which could be explored at different scales ranging from the aggregate, to soil cores in wave flumes of various sizes, and in situ in the field. Start date As soon as possible, but adjustable to availability of candidate Research supervision Anne Ola<https://inrs.ca/en/research/professors/anne-ola/> (supervisor) and Jacob Stolle<https://inrs.ca/en/research/professors/jacob-stolle/> (co-supervisor), Professors, INRS Study program PhD in Earth or Water Science (program details<https://inrs.ca/les-etudes/programmes-d-etudes/etudier-en-environnement-et-geosciences/> in French only), Eau Terre Environnement Research Centre<https://inrs.ca/en/linrs/centres-de-recherche/eau-terre-environnement-research-centre/>, INRS Funding 4-year scholarship of $25,000/year, with possibility to apply for top-up scholarships. Required qualifications MSc degree in Soil Science, Plant Science, Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related fields with relevant expertise and an excellent academic record. How to apply Please send your application by email to Professor Ola ([email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>) including the following documents in one PDF file: 1) motivation letter, 2) CV, 3) copy of your university transcripts, 4) and contact information for two referees. Application review starts on Nov 18th. https://inrs.ca/en/studies/masters-and-phd-projects/find-a-masters-or-phd-project/biological-drivers-of-saltmarsh-stability-through-soil-aggregation/ To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
