Higher Degree by Research Application Portal

The project aims to meet the following objectives:

1. Understand the physical factors that are likely to have contributed to the increased magnitude of the algal blooms in 2021, 2023 and 2024.

2. Understand the spatial and temporal fluctuations in algal along the Perth coastal waters.

3. Understand if the frequency of algae events, similar to that observed in early 2021, 2023 and 2024 are likely to increase in the future.

4. Develop a framework for predicting the likely onset of algal blooms, using environmental parameters as indicators.To achieve the above project objectives, the project work plan has been developed;

that includes a desktop study, field measurements and numericalmodelling.

Fist class honours or Masters degree in Oceanography, marine science or/in an equivalent field

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Applicants are requested to contact Prof Chari Pattiaratchi first expressing an interest in the project and providing a resume outlining academic achievements to date.

Prof Charitha Pattiaratchi

Available from 1 November 2024