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TitlePhysical processes contributing to high chlorophyll events in Perth metropolitan waters
CourseDoctor of Philosophy
Project opportunityPhysical processes contributing to high chlorophyll events in Perth metropolitan waters
Description

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.

Keywordsremote sensing, oceanography, numerical modelling
CategoriesCoastal Oceanography
Opportunity statusOpen
Open date20 Aug 2024
Close date31 Oct 2024
Research areaEarth Sciences
Eligibility

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

Citizenship statusInternational
Domestic
Enrolment statusFuture student
Specific requirement

None

How to apply

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

Contact

Prof Charitha Pattiaratchi

Scholarship details
Scholarship typeStipend scholarship
Scholarship valueAUD $35,000 per annum
Availability

Available from 1 November 2024

SchoolSchool of Engineering
Course typeDoctorates
Physical processes contributing to high chlorophyll events in Perth metropolitan waters