3 chemical-engineering PhD positions at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

PhD student: Chemical interactions of biopolymers for development of biomaterials with added functionalities

or equivalent academic qualifications on the emphasis of the subject area. Background in organic/wood chemistry, polymer engineering, chemical modification of the main structural wood compounds and knowledge

PhD student: More efficient use of bioash – a sustainable resource

depletion is prevented despite increased growth and bioenergy and timber extraction? Several key questions need to be answered: how does the chemical form of different ashes affect their plant availability

PhD student: The effect of weathering on transport of microplastics in and from soils

: An MSc degree in environmental science, chemistry or environmental engineering including documented knowledge in soil science. Candidates with a soil science background should have a documented knowledge