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Developing new methods for measuring the emergence of vaping products in Australia

Project summary

Program
PhD
Location
Dutton Park
Research area
Environmental sciences

Project description

You will develop a novel monitoring tool that can assess the prevalence of vaping both nicotine and related substances across Australia to assess the effectiveness of government regulations.

Scholarship

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $37,500 per annum tax free (2026 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered
  • QAEHS top-up ($5000/yr).

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $37,500 per annum tax free (2026 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Supervisor

Preferred educational background

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

  • previous academic record
  • publication record
  • honours and awards
  • employment history.

A working knowledge of environmental sciences would be of benefit to someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field of environmental sciences and the potential for scholastic success.

How to apply

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 14 June, 2026 25 December, 2030.

Before you apply

  1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
  2. Prepare your documentation.
  3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Associate Professor Phong Thai (p.thai@uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

  1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
  2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
  3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: VAPING-THAI
  4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/developing-new-methods-measuring-emergence-vaping-products-australia

Submit an EOI

This project is not available to international students