Higher Degree by Research Application Portal

Changing climates and seasonal variability have important impacts on weed management. Early investigations highlight that the changing climate does not necessarily make weed control more difficult – it just requires updates to the weed management system, depending on the competitive ability of various species. For example, spring and summer species may become more competitive. However, very little research has been conducted in this area and growers need to understand the interactions between weed population dynamics and environment within their own regions. This research will focus on modelling, as the most practical way to answer questions about weed ecological response in the short term. 

Open to domestic and international students

Must meet admissions criteria for HDR study at UWA. Must meet the minimum comparable UWA PhD scholarship standard of 79% for Hons/Masters thesis. 

Relevant degree in agriculture, environmental or computer science

Experience, skills and knowledge in the following:
-Broad understanding weed control systems
-Expertise in computer programming (e.g., Python and/or R)

Applicants should contact Ken Flower in the first instance.

Email: ken.flower@uwa.edu.au

Immediately - within the next 6 months