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TEAGASC PHD WALSH SCHOLARSHIP: Applications are invited for the TEAGASC PhD Walsh Scholarship with the reference number 2023259, titled “GFreeIE-GUT.” This scholarship, funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Ireland, is part of the collaborative GFreeIE project involving Teagasc, University College Cork (UCC), and University College Dublin. The project focuses on producing safe, nutritious, and innovative gluten-free foods, particularly using faba beans and pseudocereals. The successful candidate will conduct research on protein digestion and gut barrier health of these gluten-free ingredients/foods, delivering scientifically substantiated healthy options for individuals with celiac disease.
Location: The PhD student will be primarily based at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Ireland, and will be registered at UCC.
* First or Second Class Honours B.Sc. degree in disciplines like Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biomedical Science, Nutrition, Genetics, Biotechnology, and Microbiology.
* Relevant Masters degree holders are also eligible to apply.
* Self-motivated with enthusiasm to develop wet-lab technical skills.
* Interest and aptitude for laboratory-based research.
Description: The project involves in vitro models of upper gut digestion and in vitro cellular models of the gut barrier. The PhD, focused on cell biology, aims to contribute to the development of scientifically substantiated gluten-free foods for coeliacs.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter, with ‘GFree-IE’ in the subject heading, to Dr. Linda Giblin at linda.giblin@teagasc.ie .
Last Date for Apply: Friday, 5 April 2024
Disclaimer: This scholarship opportunity is based on information from a reliable source. For further details and application submission, refer to the provided contact information. Closing date and eligibility criteria are as per the official announcement.
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