This project is closed.
Project summary
- Program
- PhD
- Location
- St Lucia
- Research area
- Biological sciences, Biomedical and clinical sciences
Project description
This project will use quantitative live imaging of transgenic quail embryos to understand the dynamics of cellular organisation within the developing neural tube.
Research environment
This is an opportunity to join the Dynamics of Morphogenesis lab at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB). You will have access to a fantastic range of infrastructure including one of the largest and most comprehensively equipped imaging facilities in Australia. The lab values an open, supportive and collaborative environment in which to pursue your scientific excellence. To take full advantage of this opportunity you will need to be passionate about science, driven to succeed and ready to use your initiative.
Skills in molecular, cell and developmental biology, live imaging or biophysics would be of benefit but enthusiasm and initiative are of most importance.
Scholarship
This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.
Learn more about the Research project scholarship.
Supervisor
Principal supervisor
Associate 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 developmental biology would be of benefit to someone working on this project.
You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field(s) of biology and the potential for scholastic success.
A background or knowledge of microscopy is highly desirable.
How to apply
Before you apply
Before submitting an application you should:
- check your eligibility for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- prepare your documentation
- contact Dr Melanie White (melanie.white@imb.uq.edu.au) to discuss your interest and suitability
- submit your application by 10 March, 2025 10 March, 2025.
When you apply
You apply for this scholarship when you submit an application for your program. You don’t need to submit a separate scholarship application.
In your application ensure that under the ‘Scholarships and collaborative study’ section you select:
- ‘My higher degree is not collaborative’
- ‘I am applying for, or have been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship'
- ‘Other’, then ‘Research Project Scholarship’ and in the ‘Name of scholarship’ field enter NEURAL-ALVAREZ.